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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 04, 1901
Page
2
Joni hosts a promotion of a remedy called Golden Medical Discovery claiming it cures a range of chronic illnesses. The speaker argues a two trial endorsement and asserts the product contains no narcotics. Doctors are cited as skeptical but the appeal stresses patient testimonials and limited chemical ingredients.
Producers' union plans a two thirds cut in Boston area milk supply starting tomorrow with widespread support from Maine New Hampshire and central and western Massachusetts. The move follows a January flare that raised prices and prompted industry concern though contractors remain firm and forewarned supplies from nearby regions. Local restaurants hotels and workers fear shortages though some relief may arrive from existing stocks.
A lost purse containing about 23000 dollars was found and returned to its owner by a St Louis barber Renal. The finder, Neer br B.C. Tustor of the Continental, identified the property. A reward was offered to Gleesbel Baten who helped recover the money.
Nursing mothers seek Scott's emulsion of cod liver oil as a daily aid during pregnancy and lactation. The product is presented as both nourishment and a digestive aid, promising to increase milk supply and improve milk quality when feeding is difficult.
In a chaotic exchange from the National League era, Lajoie and McGraw emerge as leading batters amid disputes over contracts and rules. The piece notes Chicago reactions, contract jumpers, and volatile bleacher opinions about players like Wallace and Bid Giengem.
National League clubs are resolved to raid former players signed by the American League, hoping to lure talent with offers that could destabilize the rival league. The scheme reportedly includes pursuit of top players, maneuvers around existing contracts, and worded threats of broader player movement amid ongoing labor tension.
President Hart of the Chicago National League club met in Cleveland with Third Baseman Bradley who last played for the Chicago NL club and recently moved to the Cleveland AL club. Hart aims to have Bradley return to Chicago, urging the player to reconsider his status with Cleveland.
Boston second baseman discusses league cutbacks and talks with officials in Pittston Pa about shrinking rosters to improve the team’s chances. He expects the new league to shorten the schedule and questions if Boston can support two teams amid ongoing strategic adjustments.
Fragments describe salary cuts and anxious support for a new organization while Boston faces a divided team. Churchill Downs is heavy and track conditions cited as John Marden’s Oaks candidate runs. Maher or Sharkey or Jeffries may be matched if Maher signs. Captain Dancar confirms the syndicate’s cup defense name, the Constitution, to be announced from Bristol.
The state treasury will stop issuing accommodation drafts for officials and area businesses. Only four state business drafts will be issued in the future. For about a decade drafts were used to save bank draft costs, with many town officials and workers sending money home. Assistant State Treasurer T Z Kelly says the practice consumed two to three days of his monthly time and will end, directing drafts to banks for routine business.
The Messiah concert in Lindsborg Kansas drew crowds from Marysville Manhattan Concordia Lincoln Centre and surrounding districts with fifteen train coaches filled with music lovers. Hawthorne praised Hinshaw and the chorus saying the group performed better this year than ever before and note upcoming April performances may attract larger attendance.
An advertorial claims May's Hair-Health nourishes and thickens hair, allegedly reviving gray strands. It markets a fragrant tonic for both men and women promising growth, shine, and younger appearance, with bold claims and a price note of 900 Borin at all druggists.
Kansas City voters and 200 citizens forced the city council to abandon plans to grant valuable street railway franchises to Metropolitan and Leavenworth interests. The mass meeting convened after hours swayed council members and delayed action, with promises of continued resistance and vigilance at future meetings.
A petition from Mrs Julia T Caton president of the association asked the city council to pass an ordinance requiring residents to place rubbish in provided boxes. The council read the petition and instructed the city attorney to draft the ordinance for presentation at the next meeting.
Beloit April 2 election results favor the nonpartisan slate led by W H Mitchell with a near total victory except for SM Ewing defeating Andy Manifold by a majority of a few votes. The defeated slate was led by Dr EB Brewer and citizens’ movement with registration split roughly by gender. The mayor-elect is Mr Mitchell, a former official, while county Republican leaders and school board members named on both tickets.
Junction City Kan April 4 Miss Bertha Rockwell presents a character sketch collection for a forthcoming Kansas book. The display includes two dozen paintings and local landscape studies. Notable pieces feature darky portraits such as Din Honor Bill Richardson Alex Johnson Mrs Hobt Hunter Aunt Lucy Price Jas Burley Aunt Hannah Aunt Sarthe and Mrs Johnson.
Archibald A leon, re elected city treasurer of Wichita, Kansas, died at age 82 after a first death bed in the city. A lifelong Democrat and former acting governor of Tilinola during the war era, he died after a period of illness as the city recalled his long service. His death followed an unanimous vote of condolence by the city council.
Salina Kansas April 4 crowds filled Lindsborg for a second day Messiah concert by a large chorus. Excursionists from central Kansas arrived, with afternoon and evening programs featuring Chicago and New York musicians, Bethany college instructors, and a Bethany college band piece titled This. The Pacen recital by Professor Lat drew interest as part of the varied program.
A concert program notes the Bethany Oratorio Association plans Handel's The Messiah with a 50-piece orchestra and 40 voice choir, featuring Paderewski and Paschman in past audiences. It reports audience growth, upcoming Easter performances, and related city political changes with women elected to city offices in Haddam.
Citizens of Hays City plan to receive a state delegation next week to discuss locating a tatt stations project and to improve the town’s standing in state trust. Reported distance figures and travel plans accompany the visit as work progresses on the site and related statements.
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