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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1901
Page
8
Fragmented OCR from a Chicago area newspaper item references a controversial act and alleged murder tied to a movement for racial progress. It mentions public figures and cities including New York and Mobile with travel notes to Niagara Falls and the Pan-American Exposition, and ticket details for a railway journey.
A quirky method suggests dropping three or four heapfuls of Grape-Nuts into four cups of coffee. The text touts a nutty boost to flavor and claimed core effects, likening it to classic New England coffee traditions.
Paris reports say Munir Bey, Turkey’s ambassador in Paris, and other officials dismiss the chance of war with France over Constantinople wharf contracts. French and Turkish authorities debate post office and port duties as diplomatic tensions ease toward a peaceful settlement.
New York reports that since General Herbert Jeffries resumed active wartime planning with Colombia, rumors spread of illicit arms shipments from American ports to Cartagena. The Driggs Seabury 15 pounder exhibits were to be moved aboard a freedom ship, with potential use in Colombia’s siege efforts, drawing attention to covert logistics and possible military support.
Congressman Littlefield delivered the annual address in Denver as the American Bar Association moves toward a constitutional amendment on membership eligibility for women. The council split on the issue. a committee will draft language to modify the constitution. Related remarks touched on legal questions from other cases and the Philippines, with reports of committee activity following the address.
Denver rumors claim a World Wide Copper Combining has formed among Amalgamated, Celamet and Hell interests with Senator Clark and the Rotheohiids Papers signing long term terms. National City Bank of New York allegedly finances and holds depository control for the consolidation.
Promotional notice for a $21.35 round trip to Cleveland via Lehigh Valley with a Buffalo add on option. Tickets on sale Sept 7–10 with return by Oct and stop overs at Newark and Philadelphia. Highlights fast trains dining cars and scenic Niagara Falls connections.
A garbled Topeka area news sweep notes J Small in Kansas City visits. Mentions Dodge City reunion, Garfield park event, Topeka county politics, Washburn University links, and various residents traveling, entertaining, or reporting to civic groups. Mixed items include weather impacts on lawns, road work, and upcoming games and concerts.
A garbled advertisement-like snippet touts a medical remedy for severe colds and fever. It cites testimonials from individuals in New York City and mentions a Dr Bipetenar and the Bertman Sanitarium in Columbus. The fragment references Gardasil and home remedies, urging readers to seek a full statement of their case.
Reduced fares and a special train will carry members of the Grand Army of the Republic to the National Encampment in Cleveland. The Great Lakes Route offers tickets west of the Missouri River at lowered prices from Sept 6 to Sept 7, with return by Sept 14. Deposits and agent arrangements enable a sleeping car service and night travel, including potential routes via Toledo for a coastal layover.
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