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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1900
Page
7
J E Nissley spends hundreds yearly to aid Topeka newsboys. He started on Thanks giving Day with a dinner for the boys and plans a summer outing. He funds classes at First Church and organizes the group to promote better citizenship and work ethic.
A long account details Mr Nissley’s efforts with city newsboys starting in 1808. It describes fundraising and charity meals, clothing drives, and regular meetings with speeches and music. The piece notes outings to Lawrence, Thanksgiving dinners, and a scheme to extend similar acts to Topeka, with groups of boys spending days in the countryside.
A New Yorker named Henry Moore feared being buried alive and arranged with physician Benjamin F. Morrow to have Moore’s throat cut after death. Morrow agreed to kill Moore on request and receive future favors, while Moore’s will pledged to ensure he would not be buried alive. The arrangement, including cremation, was intended to bind the terms. Doctor Morrow did not perform the act and Moore was reportedly in London when, according to the record, the events remain unclear.
Harper's Weekly discusses The Strenuous Life and its misperceived link to militarism, urging a shift from partisan battle to personal and societal improvement. It reflects on Bryan and calls for restraint, self-improvement, and vigorous effort for the nation’s betterment.
New York case where Ettie Humphreys sues doctor John Woodbury for 60 dollars and seeks 1000 dollars in damages claiming a nose alteration harmed her appearance. Witnesses testified operation may have altered size and caused a scar. jury awarded 100 dollars.
Colorado Springs Dec 8 Elkson company begins December dividend record at 2 cents a share totaling 975.00 payable December 20 to holders of record December 1. Deep mining advances at Stratton Independence and other Cripple Creek mines mark a trend toward deeper horizons with Bullion and Last Dollar showing strong November profits and New York holdings in Cripple Creek interests.
Bertha Walz a 16 year old ferry maid on the Ohio near Allegheny endures a hard life supporting her mother and siblings. She rows a skiff across the river daily earning funds while facing rival ferrymen and legal disputes over landing steps. A mill man intervened when she was attacked and Griffeths was fined for misconduct.
A fragmented account notes a curious scene with a Russian band, Italian and French participants, and a monarchic backdrop in Italy. The General signals trouble but the faux pas continues as the crowd reacts to a tumultuous march and foreign influence amid a tense air.
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