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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1901
Page
2
An old newspaper advertisement touts a "blood poison" cure by the Swift Specific Co. claiming dramatic recoveries, urging readers to send for treatment and note the lack of charge for advice. It features testimonials like Jake Martin from Wellington Ohio in 1900 and mentions mercury and other dubious remedies.
U.S. court proceedings in New Orleans stalled the sailing of the Anglo Australian ship loaded for South Africa. Petition by Horrs and associates prompted a court order requiring show cause. Judge Parianco reviewed the case and acted on the petition to delay clearance.
A chaotic filing charges that United States and allied interests seek to detain the steamer Sielder, owned by Dempster & Co, amid a contested port case involving barge cargo and munitions consigned to Britain. Key figures include Edward Vanness of New York and Charles D Pierce, Orange Free State consul general, with defendants tied to South African and Anglo Australian tensions. The petition argues military supply links through this port sustain Britain’s war efforts, while the order's effect seeks to halt shipments pending judicial review.
A fragmented page describes Easter table planning with long passages on markets, flowers, and decor. It notes market offerings, decor ideas, and kitchen preparations including roasts, fish, pastries, and desserts. It references mother earth imagery and seasonal renewal, plus household economy tips and recipes.
An old testimonial claims Chambertait’s Cough Remedy helps bronchitis by promising relief in the world. The speaker, W Sayers of Warrimeton, says his wife was tormented by bronchitis but has recovered after using the product sold by druggists.
Lawrence reports the women's board of missions plans to establish a nonsectarian Biblical instruction chair at Kansas University. The independent program, funded privately, aims to serve all students and mirrors models in several states. Mr. Payne, Yale Divinity graduate, will lead the effort in Kansas.
William Buchanan known as Billy Buck files Libor claim for 5694 against the estate of the late Dr J A Field of Tuscoin. He says the amount is due as sixteen years wages at one half per day after entering Field’s employ until the doctor’s death. The record notes misreads and garbled text in the original report.
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