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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 26, 1898

Page

3

Kidney and Uric Acid Troubles Promising Cure

Prominent claim that kidney bladder and uric acid problems can be promptly cured. Describes early symptoms such as frequent urination back pain and fatigue, warns of disease progression and highlights Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy dispensed by druggists. Offers free sample bottle and informational book via mail from Dr Kilmer Co. Binghamton NY.

Kilmer Swamp-Boot Topeka Daily State Journal Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N

Haske county GOP delegates bolster campaign slate

The Haske county Republican convention instructs its congressional delegates for Chester 1 Lang and names J. Dunkins as head of the state delegation. The 10 member county delegation unite behind Stanley for governor and Fertokurhott of Stone for district candidate. J.E. Peairs of Lawrence as superintendent candidate. Krank Nelson’s territory noted. Coburn to attend convention as campaign activity continues.

Haske County Chester 1 Scott County J. ©. Dunkins Stanley Fertokurhott Et Srone Culerest Marc 1 Republica J.E. Peairs Lawrence Krank Nelson Teyas Coburn

Common Diseases Piles Fistula and Rectum Cure

An advertisement touts the Pyramid Pile Cure from the Pyramid Drug Co of Marshal Michigan for piles fissures and inflammatory rectal conditions. It claims rapid relief painless application and permanent cure even after other methods failed. Worded as a nationwide mail order pitch with testimonials and druggist distribution.

Marshal Mich

State convention picks. Rieber and Ostrand support

Report from Hutchinson Dickinson county shows Harry Rieber for lieutenant governor and Fs aan Ostrand for state superintendent backed at the state convention. G. E. McBitrash of Osage City also mentioned amid campaign activity. A Meshin man arrived in Lynden with a campaign button. Hood’s button removal and replacement of Billy Ewing as Major Hood's manager are noted.

Dickinson County Harry Rieber Fs.aan Ostrand G. E. McBitrash Osage City Ventity Cor Geneum Wah Meshin Lynden Hood Mr. Hessin Itarter Jelings Billy Ewing Major Hood

Scarlet fever scare at Washburn college prompts quarantines

Anxiety rises as Prof Grimley in Washburn College biology reports a suspected scarlet fever case. City health officials quarantine campus buildings and urge precautions while a limited campus shutdown is enforced. The incident follows past public health scares and mentions prior smallpox fears.

Washburn College J. P. Griemiey Washburn Col Fess Malvane Sipeok Gormaley Columbus Aidoh Grimoler Weil Grimstey Dallave

Staley to be General Agent for Rock Island in Kansas City

Kansas City April 26 The Rock Island will make changes in freight representation on May 1. W C Staley now at St Joseph to assume general agent duties in Kansas City with supervision over the local office. F L Selleck to be cashier and assistant to new agent Segur, who continues as local freight agent.

Kansas City Rock Island West W. C. Staley St. Joseph F. L. Selleck Segur Trelcht Neving Katsss City Chicago J. A. Wents Wes Chicixc Mr. Selleck Mr. Sesur W. ¢. Staley Hook Island Kansasity

Baldwin locomotive orders show rail traffic growth

Amid war induced business strain Baldwin locomotive works reports a surge in orders from multiple railroads. Louisiana Northwest Railway requests two mogul engines, Surrey Sussex Southwestern seeks one consolidated locomotive, Norfolk & Western adds four freight engines, Western Maryland four construction locomotives, and other firms like Philadelphia & Heading and Southern Railroad place engine and equipment orders.

Philadelphia Baldwin Locomotive Works Louisiana Northwest Railrowil Surrey, Sussex & Southwestern Norfolk & Western Frelatt Western Maryland Philadelphia & Heading Southwest Vir Shire Lipprovement Company Southern Failroad Standard Stet Works Gd Ashland Goel and Coke Company Exch

Union Pacific Hospital Fund Claimants Benefit Detail

In Omaha on April 2 the Union Pacific hospital fund suit is filed in chancery before Judge Corsich. Former employees and witnesses connected to the Cookin Pacific frontline are eligible for a grant of five dollars per person, proportionate to their contributions, with affected veterans and continuous service claimants receiving about half. The total share for heirs will be limited, and the portion due to each claimant will be ten to ten cents at most.

Omaha Union Pacific Hospital Corsich Presenteen Witews Cokin Pacife Riirond Mao Guthrie Federal Building Ralph Valentine D. M. Valentine Topeka Costa Rica New Sie Buena Vista Mining Company City Railway Kansas Avenue Police Department City Attornmy Topekie Harry Safford Harry Nouhing Dave Heflebuwer Foster United States District Court Charles Hedges Young Hedges Throop Mall Martin

Western Passenger Association to address rate disturbances

Chicago April 24 A meeting of Western Passenger Association lines will be held to select a new executive committee and then discuss rate disturbances at Kansas City. The situation is described as serious and the group aims to settle the rate war through unified action.

Western Passenger Association Chicago Western Lust Kansas Clt

The Secret Of Woman Health And Strength

A Victorian style plea praising Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a home remedy for female illnesses. It argues weakness harms activity, promotes examination avoidance, and offers a medical adviser book with stamps for a purchasable copy. Strong emphasis on health, motherhood, and empowering women through medicine.

R. V. Pierce Invalids’ Hotel and Surgical Institute Buffalo I. Pierce Durdens Pierce Common Sense der Prain

Rates for transporting volunteers to war seats under discussion

Chicago April 36 Western railroads will soon tackle transport rates for volunteers to war zones. During the Civil War the rate was 2 cents per mile, with a general move to set a similar rate amid the current Spain crisis.

Chicago Spain

First Naval Battle Near Manila Aims for Quick Victory

Washington reports Navy officials expect a decisive battle within three days between American and Spanish forces in the Philippines. Commodore Dewey's squadron, sailing from Hong Kong, is near the islands and plans a blockade and capture of Spanish vessels. Officials stress securing the cable link to prevent Spanish reinforcements and keep communication with Washington.

Chicago Times-Herald Washington Navy Department Long Department Manila Ligon North Atlantic Dewey Dewsy Naval Dewers Wetween United States Hongong Philippines Spolo Far East Hong Kong

On Cuban Soil Aboard the New York Off Havana

On board the musship New York off Havana April 26 the British schooner Tolanthe was allowed to proceed after being out of Matanzas. No shots have been fired since Sunday morning on either side. The Dolphin and the converted yacht Eagle arrived from Key West bringing officers and prize crews. The torpedo boat Porter made a night reconnaissance into shore while Morro Castle lit with a search light. The blockade remains vigilant under Admiral Sampson, with ships warned to expect hard gales of fire if entering the port.

New York Havana Windsor N.S Matanaas Dolphin Eagle Key West Prige Pedro Apronic Santa Clara el Morro Admiral Sampson Tacoma Vahore Poblic

Topeka Snap Shots Abbreviated Local Notes

A Topeka column reports on property improvements at 670 Buchanan and 1027 Madison, rail work on East Fourth street, and various residents updating homes. It notes legal moves, war volunteer jitters, a jail cage need, and minor crimes alongside civic and social tidbits from Topeka.

To Cure and Cold in One Day Patent Remedy

All druggists refund the money if it fails to cure. 25c. The genuine has L. B. Q. on each tablet. Rubber Tired Buggies. Wo rattle. See them at Warner and Potter's, 526 and 628 Quincy street. Board your horse at Watson's.

Warner & Potter’s Quincy Street Watson's

A Woman's View of It Annie Diggs on the Spanish War

Mrs Annie L Diggs a Kansas leader denounces war with Spain saying proper diplomacy could have avoided conflict and arbitration instead of bloodshed was best She condemns war as a relic that stirs baser passions and harms progress urging humane policy at home.

Annie Diggs Annie L. Dies Kansas United States Spain Maine Diggs Cuba

Fragmentary wartime remark on vengeance and treachery

A garbled passage laments Spanish treachery and the murder of Kandreda, contrasting it with the broader war context. It hints at calls for reparation and revenge as the conflict widens between Spanish and American forces, though specifics are unclear.

Maine Kandreda

To Fight Sigsbee In Toronto Duel Challenge

April 25 report states Carranses of the suite of Senor Pio y Metnubey challenged Captain Sigsbee of the Maine to a duel. The lieutenant corroborated sending the challenge and warned of a coward if not awaited. If Sigsbee refuses, the lieutenant will urge Consul General Lem to intervene.

Toronto Carranses Senor Pio Y Metnubey Sigsiee Maine Deptenant Figdiee Brand Tim Capetain Sikebee Lem

Audaz torpedo boat action near Cadiz reported

A fragmentary dispatch describes the Spanish torpedo boat Audaz attempting to evade pursuit near Cadiz. The vessel reportedly executed a westerly course, then veered northwest, with subsequent confusion about its fate and possible detention after the war. Local ads follow.

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