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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 10, 1898

Page

8

Tennis Tournament schedule and matches listed

The notice outlines a tennis tournament set for Thursday August 11 starting at 8 o clock with matches on courts 1 2 3 and 5. It lists pairings including Lawrence vs MecVicar, Huntington vs Rheriv, Frost vs Nobte, and others plus finals and a doubles draw.

o'Glock Lawrence Stuer MecVicar Mobis Coure Vernon Scott Huntington Rheriv Leon Toltrwink Sheldon Va Ardrhers Winne Rberte London Ang ewskiWagent Solu Rausaten

Seroiula Snake-Like Mystery Strikes Hidden Years Later

A cryptic creature known as Seroiula lies concealed for years in ambush and blood, then strikes to unmask its venom, marring strength and beauty while undermining both, revealing a subtle danger hidden in plain sight.

Ayer's Sarsaparilla Promoted as Blood Purifier

An 19th century advertisement extols Ayer's Sarsaparilla as a vegetable remedy for serofula or scrofula, claiming mineral medicines only push the disease deeper. It asserts the product eradicates the blood disease and offers a personal cure anecdote, despite garbled trailing text.

Ayer

Appeal For The Dogs From A Little Friend Of All Dumb Animals

A letter from a tenser-hearted girl in Chicago urges Mayor Harrison to curb dog catchers and protect pets. She cites cruelty, hopes streets are cleaned of the men she calls cruel, and closes with a vow to care for dogs when grown. The message requests action and kindness toward animals.

Chicago Mayer Harrison Uke Bultan Turkey Wee Uke Dors Harrison

Lover Is Sued For Loans Before Justice Court

Julia Frawe testified in a case against her former lover Samuel D Levy a clerk at the Central Railroad, alleging over $300 in loans obtained under pretenses. She described engagements, French letters, and a plan to marry, while Levy’s counsel argued no crime, only civil action for repayment.

Thiago Julia Frawe Groveland Avenue Justi Hocinda Seuillet Samuel D.levy Levy Twitcle Central Hatiroad Company Evesintsey Mra Grawe Mourie Livy Mie Patter Feey

Fusion Likely in Shawnee County Ticket Deals

Shawnee county leaders discuss a fusion plan among Populists, Democrats and Free Silver supporters. Democrats would receive preferred spots on the ticket in exchange for broad concessions, with leaders from L. T. Yount to Governor Leedy signaling a cooperative approach. The Shawnee conventions set for next Saturday will formalize nominations with several Democratic figures eyed for county and district roles.

Shawnee County Oakland L. T.yount Cal Fred Close Tnster Coun Ucket George Wagner Ston Hank Lindsey Huit Contr Mitte Gombe Seely Atchison Shawnee County Democrata Leedy Long Geo Penwell Santa Fe A. J. Arnold Glee Tom Hanley Ue Democratic Favien AtehIeon Wilhl Fiskens Wolfe

Campbell's Illustrated Journal to Feature Topeka Edition

Charles J Waener and Campbell's Illustrated Journal staff near completion of Topeka edition preview. Bir Wagner and team display copperplate engravings and samples seen as best in the city. Topeka number expected to be largest yet with about 28 000 copies plus hundreds of subscriptions. Wagner plans to illustrate festival pageant at Fall Festival in fine style.

Charles J. Waener Campbell Af Chicken Topeka Cambelis Wnetrated Wagner Ebiace Tibetrated Journal

Opening of New Garfield Casino to Be Signalized by Spectacle

Next week at Garfield the new casino in the park will be celebrated with a spectacular production resembling Cinderella. Mrs E B Meredith will present a floral benefit at Garfield park in September featuring children and a full three night run. Music will be provided by a local group as 200 G A R Veterans and Confederate veterans join the audience.

E. B Meredith Gaurfield Park Meredith Bathery B

Red Men and Daughters of Pocahontas in Civil War Veterans Page

A historic pageant features Indian groups and the Trumpet corps in battle scene tableaux. The program lists segments from Columbus discovery to Gettysburg, Lincoln emancipation, Surrender of Cornwallis, Civil War drills, Lee’s surrender, and Custer’s Last Battle, ending with peace.

Red Men of America and Daughters of Pocahontas Focas Aiment Trumpet Corps America Bunker Cornwallus Fort Sumpter Gettysboro Sherman Lee Custer Army

Russia's Progress in Shipbuilding Discussed by Scott

Berlin reports Irving H. Scott and Cornell student Lawrence Scott in Russia to assess shipbuilding for Union Iron Works of San Francisco. Scott notes Russia’s push to manufacture own supplies, potential orders for river craft and materials, and America's competitive role in supplying Russia while Russia plans future warship production.

Berlin Irving H. Scott Lawrence Irving Seott Cornell George Chismore Kuberbott Associated Press Rowell Union Iron Works San Francisco Scott Oregon Olympia Admiral Dewey Chadwick New York Husala America Port Arthur St. Petersburg Moscow East Russia Pacific San Prancisco Russia Hvasien Mt St Petyraiturs Elarte Aaa Arthielen Aples Gorka United Stata Stote Germany Roeland

Annual strike to halt Pittsburg mining district labor

Pittsburg Pa August 10 A general convention of United Miners Workers commands all diskers in the Pittsburg district not receiving the district price to quit today The strike is expected to target the river region where many mine owners are accused of violating the Chi chem agreement The third pool faces the heaviest disruption as a previous unsuccessful strike occurred weeks ago

Pittsburg

Same Old Story Prompts Manila War Commentary

London notes an afternoon editorial baffled by repeating narratives of modern warfare. The piece mocks Spaniards as brave yet reckless, while Americans are praised for courage and restraint amid tropical treachery. It warns Filipino neutrality signals future American trouble.

London Ave Malate

Female nurses expected at Fort Thomas amid Cuban wounded

Cincinnati reports several more deaths likely among soldiers at Fort Thomas. Forty trained female nurses from New York and Washington are expected Friday. Col Gardner, replaced by Major Hall, claims removal by unknown persons and seeks war department inquiry. he opposed female nurses at hospitals.

Cincinnati Fort Thomas Cuba New York Washington W. H. Gardner St. Thomas Hall Aurses

Charles A8 Entered Race in Colorado Senate Fight

Denver August reports Charles 8 Thomas a leading lawyer and former Democratic marginal supporter formally announces candidacy for the Colorado Senate to challenge incumbent Wolcott. The action comes as lawmakers prepare for the next legislative session. Marquis of Salisbury left London today for holidays.

Charles Thomas Colorado Denver Col Aug Themes Lyles Suites Baward Wolfare Thin Sair Gill Bepsator Wolcott

No Barbecue This Time at Butchers and Grocers Picnic

The annual Butchers and Grocers Picnic will occur on September 5 as a basket affair with each family bringing its own dinner. The barbecue feature is canceled due to cost and logistics, though Major Tom Anderson and others argued for it. Garfield Park is chosen as the grounds with a $73 park fee and $18 for the Marshall band use. Committees for advertising, arrangements, and programs are named, and Labor Day remains the picnic date with Carnival activities planned nearby.

Plenis Nyona John Besai Tom Anderson Garfield Park Chery Iolace Plenie Marshall Goddel WH. Davis Charles Raph TH. Brown W. C. Stevenson Gerke Matthews D. D. Rust J. 5. Warner Hugh Lawies J. F Larimer J. W. Maxwell Jove Jove, Behmldt Programe Wiliam Drinsfein, Chair~ Mani Ti 35 Witte Will White Hyfer W. K. Adams Sportk Flirey Wells W. 8 Posh Whittlesey Adrian Sherman Ft. Billard Tsi Guy Morgan Jidiua SE Deresbacn Bank Fredland A.M. Ti Clady Farid. Cunningham Cb. Woolwand Chutes Walff Ayes Shreve A. Hlekersun

Letter From General Hudson Acknowledges Relief Supplies

A Tampa dated letter from Brigadier General J K Hudson acknowledges two boxes of relief goods sent by the Army Relief Society of Topeka Kansas. He says the items will aid the division hospital and thanks the society in the soldiers’ name. Mrs F C Armstrong notes troops are pleased with the Kansas mark Kan sas on the clothing to prevent diversion and reports hospital funds covering cot and medicine needs.

Tampa Mary L. Gaylord Army Relief Society JK. Hudson Flor Wa Mia Mary L. Gusdard Army Helief Society Topeka Kansas J. K. Hudgon A. S. Vols Mra F. C. Armstrong Twenty-first

Temple fund drive gains new life in Chicago

Mrs Matilda B Carse president of the Women's Temple trustees in Chicago says local W C T U sections should continue effort to raise funds for Miss Willard's temple. She notes the temple trustees are independent and have received large subscriptions in a week while the chain letter drives strong response.

Chicagee Matilda B. Carse Temple Trastees Women's Temple of Chicago W. C. T. U. Secti Ves Misa Willard Willard Temple Young People’s Christian Temperance Union

Omaha Exposition Tune to October 31st Grand Exposition

Omaha Exposition plans a grand show from June to October 31st promoted as the first of its kind in the United States. Accessible via the Burton Route with stopovers and reduced excursion fares from Missouri and Mississippi Valleys. Wakeley and Ell promote the event from St Louis with emphasis on quick access and established routes. Patriotic Topeka Cruiser cigar advertised as a best six cent cigar by Geo Hurghhart.

United States Missouri Mississippi Omaha

Beginnings in Cycling and Motor Carriages Rise

The article notes the difficulties novices face in cycling, stressing direct course focus and proper stance. It mentions German press denying Kaiser Wilhelm II plans to resign and observes 20 U.S. firms producing motor carriages, with bikes often used in plant diversification to keep machinery busy year round.

Curious Old English Law Restricts Road Use For Carts

A British statute forbids drivers of wagons carts or carriages from proceeding without another person on foot or on horseback aboard or driving with reins as the only exception. The rule seems obsolete yet in the statute books and may not be enforced against modern cyclists on the highway.

England

Kid McCoy Reflects On Leaving Prize Ring For A New Life

The pugilist Kid McCoy contemplates quitting boxing as he faces aging and the risk of permanent injury. He argues that fighting as a living is no true profession and plans to pursue a safer, respectable path, hoping to escape the sport and enjoy stable society.

Kid' McCgy Buffalo Ist

Popular Golf at Van Cortlandt Park Showcases Public Skill

The article highlights Van Cortlandt Park in New York City as a lively public golf venue where golf appeals beyond elites. It praises the course upkeep, observes players of all classes enjoying the game, and notes Walter J. Travis as a top figure, with potential for local talent to flourish under professional guidance.

van Cortlandt Park America New York City Andre Walter J. Travis New York Wolf Walter J. ‘Travis Ines Ant

Yale Athletics and Harvard Ties Shape New Director Plans

Scholars discuss the impact of Lehmans on college sports and good will during his visits to the United States. Yale weighs creating an athletic director role and considers Paris 1900 olympiad plans, noting budget limits and potential participation by Yale athletes through major athletic clubs rather than university funding.

Lehmans Tale Yale Keene Pitzpatrick America Yale Msn Paria Clube

New Fighting Weick Wanted for Feather and Lightweight Mix

Debates continue over a 126 pound championship class and the possibility of adding a 180 pound class. Advocates press for a formal weight between feather and light, while others urge a broader championship lineup.

Weick Cluaoé

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