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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1899
Page
2
Up-to-date shops are adopting electric motors as the preferred power source due to cost and efficiency. With ongoing trade competition, maintaining heavy steam-powered belts and pulleys becomes uneconomical, prompting a shift toward motorized operation to save fuel and space.
The text discusses energy waste in distribution and rent, urging use of modern equipment to reduce losses. It promotes profits from efficient machinery, stresses a clean visible room near a dryer path, and suggests the space will attract attention for a motor-driven operation.
A cable from Negaxard Japan reports Dr Warne of the South Dakota volunteers stating Colonel Alfred Prost was arrested by Frost after a letter accusing Frost of self interest and contempt. The incident centers on a published letter that sparked the dispute.
Santa Fe Route offers round trip to Philadelphia and back for 30.50 on September 1 2 and 3 with a possible extension of return limit for a fee. Special train from Kansas points to Philadelphia without change. Details at agent T J King Topeka Kansas. Historical note references civil war wars and cholera appear in scattered text.
A reader testimonial praises Grain-O as a coffee alternative. The writer notes initial dislike, then warming to Grain-O after following the maker’s directions. The ad claims Grain-O nourishes, is easy for all ages, and available from grocers with clear brewing instructions.
A massive blaze in Victor Colorado on August 22 scorched the business district. Pines fueled flames aided by a south wind destroyed banks, depots, mines, and multiple firms, with losses estimated around two million dollars and the Florence Cripple Creek railway depot also burned. Firefighters from Cripple Creek battled the flames alongside dynamite blasts as residents fled with valuables amid a towering pall of smoke.
New York on August 22 reports the Hudson River at unusually low levels. Daily commuters between Jersey mountains and Manhattan fear ferry service disruption if water fails to rise. Sightings of exposed river-bottom pilings alarm riders who joke about crossing on stilts or wading. Officials blame dredging or Champlain cases, with the public works superintendent cited.
Belmont visited Saratoga with Mrs. Belmont and Harold Vandertilt. He predicted a Democratic nomination for Bryan and his election. He praised Croker and Van Wyck support, hoping unity will restore harmony among eastern Democrats amid looming war talk.
Washington reports say the new secretary of war, Mr. Root, has leased a house for winter but may retire within months. A source near the secretary’s office circulates word he may leave after an efficient army for the Philippines is in service. Some say he seeks return to legal practice amid cabinet duties and organizational strains.
J G Johnson a Democratic committeeman from Kansas reports likely fusion between the Populists and Democrats. He anticipates a unanimous state delegation for Bryan and free coinage with Chicago platform principles. He notes limited opposition and states a measured approach to resolving the Devlin case.
Newark August 22 a deranged man named Adam Porrecca burst into St Lucys Roman Catholic church during service and lunged at Father Joseph Parella with an ax. Four men restrained him after a chaotic struggle as frightened congregants cried out. The priest remained unharmed. Porrecca was taken to court.
An advertisement invites travel to Philadelphia from Chicago with a through Rock Island service. The special train departs Topeka September 2 at 4 pm, via Baltimore and Ohio line, with Pullman sleepers and other cars, offering route options and through-ticket use across lines east from Chicago.
A mother recalls a desperate illness of her daughter and credits a newspaper advertisement for Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhea Remedy with saving the child's life. She urges other mothers to seek this medicine, noting it was distributed by a local druggist and proved highly effective.
At Boston the Boston team beat Brooklyn with a 8 to 2 score, Nichola and Bergen behind the batteries. In St Paul Chicago failed to capitalize as St Louis managed a 8 to 3 win with Callahan on the mound. Washington defeated Baltimore 6 to 4 behind Dinnen and Roach for the Birds and Kitson for Baltimore. New York bested Philadelphia 7 to 1 with Seymour and Warner supporting a strong New York effort. Cincinnati edged Pittsburgh 3 to 1 as Phillips and Peltz anchored Cincinnati’s win with Chesbro and Schriver.
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Lajoie of the Phillies is limited to exercise as he recovers. Mertes pushes Chicago on the current road trip. Louisville tires of phenom first baseman Kelly while Cooley may join Boston at first base. Dortin and Tenney, Hamilton, and Doyle shape St Louis and Pittsburgh batters. Williams leads Pittsburg, while Evans of Providence, LaChance of Baltimore, and Poltz of Cincinnati feature in varied notes. Goeckel shines for Philadelphia amid release debates, and Caruick draws praise as a smart pitcher. The Brooklyn club rides a string of one-run results. veteran McPhee cites Sisler’s finesse with fly balls in early observations.
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