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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 08, 1901

Page

7

Local Potpourri of Notices and Fire Report From North Topeka

A cluttered North Topeka column lists social notes, deaths, visits, and a fire incident. Names include Viola Whitehred, Hatity Feel, Jerome Calvin, and Mrs. French. A fire at a city block on South Tyler Street draws responders. injuries appear minimal, with district officials noting origin undetermined. Multiple town residents travel for funerals, weddings, and church events. civic notices include a Junior Society picnic and community shifts at local businesses.

Witter van Nese Fort Scott Sisi Viola Jerome Calvin Ste Verena F. D Mme Foudun Jesses Thampson Ward Gacelstor Rex Troy Tyler Street Leg Murenle Jackava Street Charter A. Waltinshouts Mes the Brides Home Tustlee Wrikht Beltimehouse Firw Stattum No Kion Oscar Etec Vicklin Ieee Wael Aly JL Solbosdie Mr. Misthont Safford Muther Aira Benefer Lacey Sauety Time Baptist Fabel Willie Spoduress Chari Harry Tilinghest Dear Cag- Fon Eelwed Schenck Thane Len Edmoré Roe Prante Wilily Stock Jeee Prats Wee Sharp Afies Nurlonvile Mre Grant Mae Neliie Grant Thintor

Waldersee Arrives With Count Von Walcheny Escort

The steamer arrived today with Count von Walcheny aboard. General van Wituch led a guard squadron and escorted the party to the royal hall. A ceremonial reception followed as the crowd cheered for the visitors and the commander.

Hemburg Ave Count von Walleniey van Wituch DYGB Ann Ain

Panama救救记忆: Young Lady Saved by Chamber Tales

An obscure Panama Colombia item claims a young lady’s life was saved by Chamber Tatn’s Colic, Clistera and Diaz followed by nonsensical phrases about remedies and a tourist folder. The text shifts to references to dyspepsia cures and a Sky Passenger service, with fragmented and garbled details.

Panama Colombia Chamber Tatn Colic Clistera Diaz Rhots Remeuy Bats

Professor Starr Finds Castor Bean Repels Mosquitoes

Professor Frederick Storr of the University of Chicago reports a castor bean plant drives away mosquitoes in tropics exploration. He notes the plant’s effectiveness after brushing with its torn branches. Professor C M Childs of the University’s department of salurmalogics confirms possible antiviral properties but admits uncertainty about the active agent.

Starr Chi Atteing Chicago Parke Frederick Store University of Chicago Abe Statolesi Storr White CM Childs Department of Salurmollgs Ute Ogntirnie Statenema Professor Sturt

War department to reclaim transport amid port delays

Dispatch from Col Long notes serious issues delaying ship work and the need to reclaim the transport Tarpillax from private owners without removal of the government stake. Officials state contracts, charter expirations, and prior practice shape the current action and readiness.

Washington Aux. S War Department Col. Long Sarsua Cleo Col Tassie Ars

All Swept Away in Buffalo Bank Failure Report

In a chaotic session, Vaughn the receiver presented to the comptroller the plan regarding the Buffalo City Bank failure. The investigation shows capital collapse and loss of undivided profits, with depositors awaiting funds as liquidation proceeds. A distribution of 46 may occur within the coming weeks.

Washington Vaughn Setioani Buffalo Eta

Unclear fragmentary text from a 20th century ad page

Fragmentary OCR text references satin skin soap and a product claim about a satin like finish. Mentions a year and distribution notes with nonsensical phrasing. Unable to determine a coherent event or subject from the provided snippet.

Lackawanna Seeks to Bar Ticket Brokers from Action

Final argument delivered in U S circuit court over a permanent injunction to stop brokers from dealing in Lackawanna Railroad excursion tickets. Defendant contends court lacks jurisdiction as some brokers are non residents of the state. Railroad counsel says nonresidents could be barred without altering local residents’ cases. Briefs due to Judge Harel next Monday.

Lackawanna Wsnats Buffalo Buffalo, SY Aug United States Lackawanna Railroad Levkewanna Uckers Milburs Reilroad Harel

Treasury Comptroller backs cooperative export guarantees for fruit

Washington reports Comptroller Tracewell endorses a plan for the Agriculture Department to guarantee profits to dealers and exporters under a trust like arrangement. The program would ship fruit under department direction through normal trade channels, investigate foreign markets, and aim to boost American fruit sales in Europe. Net proceeds after freight would fund guarantees, with any shortfall covered by promotion investigations funds.

Washington Tracewell the Treasury Secretary of Agriculture

Dr Emil Hium von Berger Faces Trial for Check Theft

Franz von Berger also known by aliases was extradited from the United States on allegations of stealing a £7,000 check from a woman linked to a matrimonial ad. At Bow Street Court he faced questions over the forged marriage scheme as bank cashiers identified him. The German advert had advertised for a husband and he claimed credentials as a Harvard professor. He allegedly induced the woman to travel to Cologne Vicenza London for a bogus union. He contested the endorsement of the check during cross examination.

Lontiot Franz von Berger Emil Hium Bennn Berga Marquis de San Nicola Baron von Nindendurt United States Ohare HiroGeh Helland Bow Sient Court

Fragmentary note on Fenian Movement and figures

A garbled fragment mentions Fenian Movement concerns tied to Daty and Gallagher, a death at morning and Farndale's alleged conspiracy. It includes unrelated lines about trade, a drug company, and a Weather Station location, with distorted names and dates.

Lagher Farndale

Argentine Bonds Heated Dispute Over Refunding Plan

The Argentine city faced a heated protest against registering a 2,198,000 bond issue. Attorney Hk. Bulley argued two thirds of the bonds were district issues and a refunding would shift debt from parts to the whole city. Auditor Ole allowed registration after debate, with Hutchins defending the issue and noting prior refunds at lower interest.

Argeentine Hk. Bulley Cele Hutchins Allornes Ole Allornty Lssue Farley

Edwards County wheat yield versus Marshall County output

A letter to the Stater Journal compares Edwards County wheat yield with Marshall County, noting 55,000 acres planted as an experimental measure and reports a single threshing of 1720 bushels from a 40 acre plot. The writer argues Marshall County concentrates on corn and disputes Edwards County’s higher wheat yield claims.

Marshall County Edwards County Murgavite Kes Edwards Yeaterday Mfurehall Ely Marshall Peres Wiine

Tact and the fair sex in a witty clubroom exchange

In a humorous dialogue, Herbert Packer and Taggs debate tact with women. Packer reflects on social behavior and handling a theater date mishap, proposing discreet exits or clever ruses, while a spectator at a tea shop overhears their schemes. The tale highlights social tact, prudence, and improvised fixes.

Topeka Faces Lower Interest Levy Amid Fund Surplus

The Topeka interest fund shows a surplus of 47 6oo and the current term will drop from 3 mills to 1% mill. The city will pay about $4400 more this year due to Santa Fe shop closures. A special levy of one half mill is being considered for park purposes. Ex Governor Newell Dies At Home In Trenton.

Topeka Santa Fe Relte Hughes

For Rent Rooms Furnished Or Unfurnished

Ads list several rental offers including furnished and unfurnished rooms at pleasant locations. Includes front room with board, modern house, and upstairs unfurnished rooms. Mentioned area appears Topeka with various price cues and contact hints.

Piarnily Tapeia Ave

Damaging Accusations Hit New Jersey Asylum Staff

Testimony in a New Jersey asylum case describes maltreatment allegations by attendants. Miller, a witness, testified nearly all the food and drink were tainted and improper in handling. Investigations revealed misuses, with several exes and a pitcher of milk found, though one nurse claimed the mill had been closed.

New Jersey Mentor Miller

Indian Mason Dead First Red Man In Lodge Passes At Lawrence

A Lawrence Kansas special reports the death of Indian leader Seattle formerly Matthew P. Seattle, the first Native American admitted to the Lawrence Masonic Lodge. A Haskell Institute graduate, he studied law at the University of Kansas and was set for a Masonic burial. The death comes as the city mourns a notable elder and pioneer.

Lawrence Barass City Ang Lawrence Kan Syn Matthew P. Seattle Seattle Haskell Institute University of Kansax

Test of old soldier appointment law pushed by G AR

The GAR department moves to push its test of the old soldier appointment law immediately. Commander Norton wired Major to select proper cases for official action. Cases include Warren city, Lawrence, and Garnett as candidates for review. The Black Diamond Express departs Buffalo at noon for New York with through tickets and parlor car service.

G AR Norton Major ii Black Diamond Buffnio Lehigh Valley Railroad New York Buffalo Philadelphia

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