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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1898

Page

2

Hyomel Cure Promoted by Doctors and Noted Figures

An advertisement touts Hyomel as a universal remedy for catarrh deafness bronchitis coughs colds and asthma. It claims over three thousand physicians and many reputable individuals endorse it. The piece contrasts Hyomel with drug sprays and asserts the inhaled ether formula cures germs by reaching affected areas. It lists outlets and offices in Chicago and Philadelphia for purchase and information.

Sir Beary Dewing Bex Dr. J Farrar Briokiow E. B Agatrews Brown Uniersity Yard Axper St Bt Hamilton Price Palladelphia Gaelbgent Pena R. T. Booth CO Bity Chicago

New York Bribery Indictments In Grand Jury Probe

A New York grand jury indicts Sam Heptich and Charles M. Winant, Peace Commissioner Phillips’ secretary, in a bribery case. Coroners Edward B. Coombs and H. Mason face charges over a fraudulent bid. Coombs bail rises to 12000, Mason to 7500. Isles notes attempted bribe plans to sway jurors and police officials Phillips and Willits are under consideration.

New York Kines County Sam Heptich New Yor Charles M. Winant Phillips Coombs Freerick G. Isies Marvh Dt Mephorn Thant Theodore B. Willits City Works Isles

Mystery Package From Cuba Sparks Local Rumor

A mysterious package arrived at a private shop in the city, sent to a Western girl who recently returned from Havana. Inside were four machetes, a Cuban blade over twenty inches long with a blood red edge and a hollow handle. The girls were startled by the weapon, described as a frightful carving tool, with some speculating about Cuban workers and the country’s Bills.

Gary Cuba Youngs Pievana Country Rome Tayey Blu Hartford

Explosion Injures Man and Wife in Quiet Home

April 28 report details Frank Trotter and his wife in a calm house when a stick attached to Trotter’s chest exploded. The blast injures both, the house sustains damage, and immediate medical attention is noted.

Frank Trotter Gentle House

Dream Balm for Nasal Catarrh Promises Quick Relief

Ely's Dream Balm is advertised as a non irritating easy to apply remedy for nasal catarrh. It claims rapid relief by absorbing into diseased membranes and restoring healthy secretions, without drying them. Available through 68 Estate ety Brothers, Warren St New York with full directions and packaging.

Suroy Bly Ely Ety Brothers Arren St New York

Dingley War Revenue Bill Faces Substituting Tax Plan

Washington April 24 reports show the war revenue tariff bill delaying in the house while Democrats press for amendments. A revised bill reemerges with key changes including a new telephone tax scale and a provision allowing contractors to add tax costs to prices. Democrats propose a substitute plan for bonds silver coinage and a 3 percent income tax above $2,000.

Washington House Ways and Means Committee Chaseman Dingley Commissioner of Internal Revenue Marine Hospital Service United States Presa Commmitter Supreme Court McMillen

Yale Seeks Multimillion Dollar Bicentennial Fund Drive

Yale University plans a massive fund drive for its bicentennial in 1901. President Dwight proposes between 7 and 9 million dollars in specific donations to modernize facilities, endow faculties, and create new departments and labs including a new university hall, law and medical school funds, a Peabody wing, biology lab, art gallery, and various endowments and scholarships.

New Haven College New Haven, Conn Yale Dwight University Hall Law School Peabody Museum Biological Laboratory Dorroi Tory Theological School Medical School School of Music Observatory Fund University Brary Fund

Two Great Scientific Men Endorse Warner's Safe Cure

Prof. Lewis Swift the astronomer and Prof. S A Latimore of Rochester University back Warner's Safe Cure after independent testing. Latimore reports the formula uses safe ingredients and is free from poisons. Swift cites long acquaintance with the cure and its benefits. They urge use endorsed by authorities, noting cures from acids and rheums through kidney elimination.

Lewis Swift Earth A. Lattimore University of Rochester New York State Board of Health Lattimore Warner Swift Werner

Pharaohs found in Thebes tomb of Amenophis II revealed

Ancient text describes M Loret unveiling Amenophis II’s tomb at Thebes with a well shafted entrance. Bodies and mummies of Thothmes IV Amenophis III and others laid out in richly painted chambers. Untouched alcoves hold sarcophagus and lavish royal debris, suggesting possible human sacrifice links and careful preservation challenges.

Amenophis Thebes M. Loret Thothmes IV Amenophia Tit Ser Nakht Seti UI Ben Pharaoh The Rameses IV Rameses VI Hameses VII Meeeas Armenophis II Asfety Deir el Bahart

Scott's Emulsion Promises Lung Support and Cure Potential

If you have a family history of weak lungs, Scott's Emulsion offers nourishment and vigor to resist disease. Even with existing cough fever and emaciation there remains a strong chance of recovery as the oil hypophosphites glycerine soothe and heal. Available from druggists Scott Bowne chemists New York.

Scott

Lying in state of a king and McKinley battles in Ohio

A Columbus State Journal editorial accuses Foraker of selfish aims and links him to a harsh Cuban policy critique. A telegram from Samuel G McClure defends Foraker against the Journal’s charges as the piece notes political friction shaping federal appointments amid Cuban questions.

State Journal Columbus Cincinnati Ohio State Journal of Columbus McKinley Mate Hanne United States Senate Willim J. Bryan Foraker McKintey White House Cuba Senator Foraker Washington DB. C Samuel G. McClure Ohio State Journal Lse J. B. Foraker Runnor Foreker

Indiana man claims extreme age amid church records loss

Michael Shea of Indianapolis says he is six years old and born near Cahirciveen Ireland, tying his claim to St Joseph's Church records destroyed by fire. His tale links to Sean Kerry and Daniel O Connell birthplace lore, while noting long life despite deafness and aging eyes. He mentions voting a straight Democratic ticket in November.

Michael Shea Indiana Indianapolis Ind St Joseph's Church United States Cahirciveen Sean Kerry Land Daniel O'Connell Shea

Thar's Millions unit suit to block mine sale

In Duluth on April 26 Salt for injunction was carried into the district court by John M. Sellers Robert W. Hunt and Morris Sellers who hold one third of the Sellers mine stock to restrain the majority from selling the property to the Consolidated Mining company The minority claim the majority agreed long ago that if the mine were sold it should go to the Sellers people Pittman

Duluth Minn John M. Sellers Robert W. Hunt Morris Sellers Sellers Consolidated Mining Company Peopitt

Prisoner Escape Follows Conviction in Town District Court

Sheriff Fletcher Helm lost prisoner Robert Lampkin, recently convicted of selling Aquor, as they moved toward the city jail. Lampkin dodged, turned down an alley, and threw a stone at Helm, who pursued without a revolver. the pair vanished toward Fourth Street, leaving officers unable to recapture them.

Fletcher Helm Robert Lampkin Lampkin Atchison Ja ‘Hazen Helm Steele Wilich Upkin Fourth Street

Nickel steel plant planned near Sheridan Wyoming

Sheridan Wyoming April 20 a major nickel steel plant will be started this spring from ore near Sheridan. G F McLaughlin serves as general manager with Henry Schreub an electrician. ore bodies total seven lodes each 20 to 20 feet wide, with 70 000 pounds of mining machinery en route and a 125 horsepower turbine water wheel to power generators and air compressors. automatic conveyors and steel wire rope cable will modernize ore handling.

Sheridan Wyo Wyoming G. F. McLaughlin Henry Schreub Lectrician Devlin

Wildcat Gold Mines and Klondike Fever From Dawson Letter

Portland writer describes Dawson and Eldorado bonanzas with grim realism. He notes scarce summer work, heavy staking, many barren claims, sickness in camps, and fights over wildcat claims. Richest ground lies to Bonanza and El Dorado forks, but most claims earn little as winter returns.

Henderson Creek Bonanza Discovery Klondike Bonanes el Doruio Cascade Locks el Dorado

Mystic Cure For Rheumatism Promoted By Richmond Druggist

L Wagoner of Richmond VA testifies to a two month sciatic rheumatism attack ending after using Mystic Cure For Rheumatism. He cites that doctors failed yet the remedy helped, with others reporting good results. Sold by Swift Holliday at 52k Kansas Ave Topeka. Train notes mention a one night run to Denver via Santa Fe Route with luxury Pullman sleepers.

L. Wagoner Wholesale Drugeist Richmond Swift & Holliday Kansas Avenue Topeka Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo Santa Fe

Senator Hanns Niece In Social Scandal Rallies Chicago Return

In Columbus Ohio Mrs Edward Drexel Castleton niece of Senator Mark Hanns returned to her mother's Chicago home amid a social uproar. Married less than a month she alleges abuse and that her husband misrepresented his wealth. Castleton denies abuse and wealth claims. a divorce suit is anticipated as she recounts the events with media interest. Mrs Castleton, formerly Miss Okalia Hanna, is daughter of the late Hay ress W Hanna, once Argentine minister. The Cincinnati marriage occurred in March.

Columbus Edward Drexel Castleton Washington Court House Chicago Castleton

Boston Pension Fraud Arrest Highlights Historical Case

Washington reports a Boston man, prominent in the Mortir post of the G A R, arrested on a warrant for fraudulently receiving a pension meant for another. He allegedly drew John H M Howards pension of troop B Ninth Cavalry after Howard’s death six years prior, forging vouchers to claim the benefits.

Washington George Hi Boston Mortir Post Dupend John HM. Howard Troop B Ninth Cavalry Honard Howard

Former Luetgert employee seen insane in Pittsburgh

In Pittsburgh on April 25 Thomas Edson, a former employee of Adolph Luetgert of Chicago sausage maker fame, reported to Magistrate David McGarey at some local station. The case notes he has become insane.

Man Pleads for Workhouse After Facing Desolation

A man told police he has no money or work and prefers the workhouse to starving on the streets. He recalled past violence involving Lustgert in China and a murder that haunted him. Judge McGarey ordered his commitment to the workhouse.

Lustgert China Butch Lateert

Brokers to Pay License Under Supreme Court Ruling

Chicago reports the state supreme court declares brokers and board of trade men must pay an annual license fee of five dollars under an old ordinance. About 40 brokers and 40 board of trade men are affected, boosting city revenues by roughly 475,000. The fee collection is to be enforced for the last two terms, with force to be used if necessary.

Chicago State Supreme Court Board of Trade Paylor Areck Btw

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Willliam Hepburn Charles B. Winant Dingley S. A. Lattimore Ates Scott , Bowne New Poraker Thar’s Millions Unit Sherif Fletcher Helm Nickel Steel Plant Wildcat Gold Mines Portland Ore C. E. Wilson Dawson Watson's Livery 7Th and Senator Hanna Agar Castoria Bears Jcastoria Chamberlain’s Worcester Enterprise Colle W. A. Stroud Popomake City Den Colorado Union Pacific Kansas City
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