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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 07, 1899

Page

3

Dr Miles Restorative Nervine advertised cure claims

A historical advertisement text touts Dr Miles Restorative Nervine as a cure for rheumatism stomach troubles and general nervous debility. It cites testimonials from Mrs Gen H Smith of Provincetown and J W Latimer of Lisbon Iowa describing relief and restored health after using the product and its associated items. The notice offers free samples from Miles Medical Co Indiana.

Gen H. Smith Provincetown Maes Mra. Smith Dr. Miles J. W. Latimer Lisbon Iowa Dr. Mites

Gómez Schemes to Freeze Cuban Politics Against Annexation

From Beyaca April 7 Cuban military assembly nears dissolution as General Gomez seeks to form a Cuban independence party to resist U S annexation efforts. Discussions on reinstating Gomez as commander in chief continue among generals as relations with the United States and the insurgent movements shape strategy and influence. The article notes calls for consolidation of competing Cuban independence factions and mentions a recent strike on U S rail lines and a new Cuban customs post appointment in Havana.

Washington Arey Pedro Dies Pinar del Wie Severn Eenerals and Anicade Havana Reinstaine Gomez Witie Gomez United States Americas Liga Parritiva Party of

William to Cowes with German royal family guests

Truth today reports Emperor William of Germany will visit Cowes Isle of Wight for yachting week accompanied by the Empress and Prince. The imperial yacht Hohenzollern may sail to Aberdeen after about 22 days. Empress to stay at Osborne with Queen Victoria.

Victoria London Emperor Wiliam Germany Cowes Isle of Wight Eines Aberdean Abergeidie Castle

Mrs Grover Cleveland Attends Wells College Alumnae Exercises

Mrs Grover Cleveland headlines Wells College alumnae luncheon in Sher rs New York where 14 years earlier Frances Folnsom was named the loveliest graduate. Cleveland, wearing a black gown and gray hat, remains a striking figure as the college celebrates completion of a $9,000 fund she started six years ago to add to the building requirements.

Cleveland Wells College New York Frances Folnsom Wells Colege Sher~rs Grover Cleveland

Justus Sues Wife Over Christian Scientist Allegations

John M. Justus files for divorce from Flora A. Justus claiming she adheres to Christian Science and refused medical care for their two ill children. He alleges she sold his furniture in his absence and left to live with her mother.

Strouts John M. Justus Meg Flora A. Justus Vicalec

Herne to Star in Irish Character Next Season

James A. Herne famed for Nathaniel Berry in Shore Acres may headline an Irish play next season. W C Miner, who handles his productions, plans to have Herne write and start work soon. Miner promised the piece would be the greatest Irish character play on the American stage if finished by next season. A repertoire may accompany the proposed new work including Shore Acres The Minute Men and Hearts of Oak.

Mr. Herne Shore Acres

White House Currency Plan Faces Congressional Debate

Washington April 7 The president’s financial policy gains urgency as Republican leaders prepare for a House caucus at Atlantic City on April 17 to craft next session’s stance. Officials expect resistance to asset banking schemes and a continued push to redeem greenbacks into gold while preserving general circulation with reforms to bank notes and tax on circulation.

Washington Attenton Treasury Caucus House Athantic City Tadignapolis Guage Ei Dawes Tkely Eithre

Girl Goes With Him to Cross the Ocean in a Dory

Miss Bella Shine from Morristown declares her intention to accompany Captain Andrews on the next voyage across the Atlantic in a small dory to attend the Paris exposition. She aims to be the first woman to cross the Atlantic in a small craft.

Miss Shane Captain Andrews Atlantic N. J Ibe Amapus

Prison Board Meets in Leavenworth Session

Leavenworth April 7 The new board of century directors Messrs Glimore Meland and Ballinger were in session yesterday The contract for hour was let and the Schnevin Milling company of Lin ce San Lee are at a tract for supplying the i the the next six faucurie a) SLO wep ondred The Armour contract for 10% pours of beef dtd Cud ahy DA pounds of pork was also set.

Leavenworth

Martyr Spirit Burns After Public Whipping Incident

In Camden New Jersey on April 7 William Adams subjected to a public thrashing by his wife and a man as punishment after a quarrel. Adams attempted suicide following the beating, later drifting home amid the grim events. Authorities note the couple’s dispute and violence surrounding the incident.

Camden Cave

Six Hours Relief from Kidney and Bladder Pain Famed Cure

An advertised remedy promises rapid relief for kidney and bladder pain and urinary retention, claiming cure within six hours. Sold by Geo W Stansfield and related druggists in Topeka and other cities. includes laundry service offer with color protection guarantees.

Geo. W. Stansfield Kansas Avenue Sim Drug Co Kansas Ruggists Topeks

Women Discuss Men’s Supremacy At Delmonico Club

A New York Eclectic Club meeting at Delmonico’s debated women’s roles and man’s superiority. Speakers argued for a feminine intuition yet caution against overstepping, with comparisons to Eve and Sweet Alice and plans for a May 2 luncheon.

New York Cint Delmonico Cits Richard HW. Stearns Tam Eve Garden of Eden Ursily Alice David Dudley Field Sievera Patterson Wien Runsell Lends Bac Winkler Joseph B. Reed George Finck Clarence Kip Delmonico's

Three Cent Fares Backed by Indianapolis Capitalists

Indianapolis April 7 An offer to drive Indianapolis with a three cent streetcar fare was made by C E Smith Parry and Frank Mann. Doctors and professional men oppose a thirty four year franchise for the old street car company at five cents. The plan promises paving between tracks universal transfers and end plant transfer to the city at three year’s end. It includes payment of relocation costs and bond to protect salaries. Experts say the present plant can be duplicated for under two hundred thousand dollars.

Indianapolis Ind Ce Smith da Parry AL Mann Old Street Fir Ser

Roller boat auction in Liverpool describes Ernest Bown model

A damaged OCR note reports an auction of a French roller boat Ernest Bown in Liverpool. Details mention launch at St Periz Prince and foreign engineered design by Eyoest Wasin with a propeller, machinery, and cutters. The text is garbled but indicates speed potential for transatlantic service.

Liverpool Ernest Bown Ernest Sin St Periz Prince Eyoest Wasin Beief Ieee Havre New York

Rabbit Bite Leaves Woman Near Death and Hydrophobia Threat

Mary Lockhart, about 41, suffered a severed artery in her right hand from a pet rabbit. She bleeds heavily and nearly dies before medical aid arrives. Doctors warn about hydrophobia risk as her condition remains critical.

Mary Lockhart

Railways to Add 6000 Miles in 1890 Says Railway Age

The Railway Age predicts at least 6000 miles of new track will be built in 1890 at about 150 million dollars. Over 4000 miles are under contract or construction, with Pennsylvania, Michigan, Texas, Oklahoma, and many states listed. Major lines such as Illinois Central and Rock Island push extensions, while the Choctaw & Memphis links advance, and overall activity spans southern northern states with several thousand workers on site.

Chicago Railway Age United States Pennsylvania West Virginia Virginia North Carolina Georgia Florida Louisiana Michigan Minnesota Oklahoma Territories Arkansas Texas Elaho Oregon West Tillnois Central Chicago & Northwestern Rock Island & Pacific Milwaukee & St. Paul Great Northern Northern Pack & Oregon Railway & Navigation Company Nets Central Omaha Unks Mississippi Alabama Iowa St. Paul Minneapolis Rock Island Oklahoma Northern Pacific & Oregon Railway & Navigation Company Washington Idaho Howe Little Rock Ark Oklahoma & Gulf Little Hook & Memphis

Purdy Plans Expansion of Santa Fe Cattle Yards

Wellington notes April Agent T. Purdy is drafting plans to enlarge the Santa Fe cattle yards to double capacity. He has recommended the expansion and will submit the completed plans to Santa Fe officials for approval.

Wellington T. 1 Purdy Santa Fe

Santa Fe to enlarge yards at Dodge for in transit cattle

The Santa Fe plans summer or fall enlargements of cattle yards to handle rising shipments via the Panhandle line and Pecos Valley and Northeastern road openin gs. Albuquerque will absorb a large branch from San Bernardino, moving west-of-Rockies supplies there starting tomorrow, while San Bernardino loses this department’s impact.

Senta Fe Panhandle Pecos Valley Wiehita Kansas Santa Fe Albuquerque San Bernardino Rockies Bie

Newton Fireman Transfer Reaches Raton for Service

Fireman Mike Smith has been transferred to Raton for service. Timothy F. Mahoney, formerly a locomotive fireman on the Middle Division, is noted in the report.

Mike Smith Persepegn Raton Ser Timothy F. Mahoney

Scrofula The Vile Inheritance In Blood Troubles

An old remedy claim describes scrofula as a hereditary blood taint and promotes a tonic that supposedly reaches every trace of the disease. A mother recalls her son Charlie suffering severe sores until a friend’s advice of a tonic led to improvement, with many sores healed and restored health.

Charlie Akis Mann Fim Sil Simoes Gia

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