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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1899
Page
8
Promises a universal cure for indigestion, flatulence, nervousness, sour stomach, and gastritis by eradicating disease-causing germs. Claims a proven, permanent cure with digestive ferments and a single remedy, urging purchase by mail with a stamp for payment.
Boston writer A B Winship spoke at a public high school lecture titled Saints and Rascals. He urged better education and immigration reform, tracing descendants of Benjamin Franklin and noting global shifts in education, with praise for England and Germany and emphasis on America’s humanity driven mission.
A fragmentary report notes vehicle parts and tents found in the Centaur area of St Louis county about forty miles from the city. Authorities say the scene is under investigation with the curious claim of purchases linked to New Orleans. The details remain hazy and incomplete.
Danish government seeks to sell the Danish West Indies in the United States. The proposal was sent to the State Department. The American embassy in London is involved in negotiations. Asking price is £206,008.
Fragmented reminiscences claim coffee caused heart trouble and praise Postum coffee as harmless and beneficial. A personal anecdote credits Postum with curing heart issues, while a friend reportedly improved after switching from coffee and notes concerns about proper boiling of coffee.
A London dispatch analyzes General Gatacre’s military reputation amid British officers. It contrasts Gatacre with Methuen and Clery, noting Gatacre’s experience, leadership, and controversial actions in Africa, including trench defense and cavalry concerns. The piece surveys Army opinions on his conduct and prospects.
Eminent physicians of the British Medical Institute announce a permanent Topeka branch at 42 Topeka Avenue. They will treat all forms of disease including cancer and old discharges, with examinations and advice, at no charge for three months to those who respond before January. Dr Toward McCalls supervises, with office hours 9 am to 4 pm, no Sunday hours. Home treatment by mail offered via question blank.
New York reports Dec 12 that Herre S Kivner and Goldstein, longtime workers at a jewelry firm, vanished with about 320000 in cash and gems. Kramer, the employer, seeks prosecution while negotiations for compromise fail. Investigations reveal years of concealed thefts, with losses hidden by careful handling of books.
Congressman Chilton urged a Wilt to prohibit sending articles controlled by trusts across state lines. Offenses would be punishable by imprisonment up to three years. The measure targets interstate trade abuses and seeks to curb trust power.
The piece recalls Mabel Canniff of Tobekit fame and recounts family ties of prominent Kansans linked to the Linvilleworth Galveston railway drive. It notes old friendships, German-born relatives, and Be Schuster and family decisions surrounding marriage amid Republican values.
The piece extols a store as the solution to the annual puzzle of what to buy and where to buy. It emphasizes daily steps toward Christmas readiness, praising preparation, thought, and hard work that enable the store to supply every holiday want.
A local store advertises extended dress goods specials including imported plaids at $1.25 and $1.00 ranges, camel hair dots, heavy golf plaids, camel hair stripes, and fancy imported suitings. Also features knit-to-fit wool or cotton suits discounted to $3.50 and $2.98, cheap underwear, fancy cords, fringes, silks, cushions, and Swiss aprons in multiple prices for holiday shoppers.
New York dispatch reports Richard Croker seizing control of Kings county Democrats after High McLaughlin steps down. A three man triumvirate John Ate Carty James Shevin and Patrick H McCarron align with Tammany Hall though opposition forms among former McLaughlin lieutenants and others like Comptroller Bird Colet and Bridge Commissioner Shea.
Paris reports Sybil Sanderson decides to retell to the stage on a concert platform rather than opera. She will sing as Manon and Phyllis for a time, after a severe illness and a period of travel with Lole Fuller. Her husband remains alive. she heads toward Carlsbad for recovery and says her return to performing will help bear her sorrow.
The Cloak Room offers jackets for ladies and children marked down to coat and less. Fur scarves and collars in various materials priced from $3.50 to $35.00. Muffs priced from $1 to $10. Elderdown sacques on holiday sale with discounts and special pricing.
Readable text advertises damask linens at various prices up to 3.50 and gift items. Centerpieces round or square in Rattenburg style, napkins and fringed tea napkins in multiple price ranges. Towels and table damask featured, with patterns and widths listed. Handkerchief linens offered from 396 to 1.25 per yard and art linens in white, with widths 18 to 54 inches.
Our wool blankets come in range sizes with sturdy borders and good wear. Prices 85c, 6c, 8c, and 10c. special Tennis Cloth items and heavy cloths offered. Complete brass picture frames in gilt and Russian gray. toilet sets in various finishes and a wide brass and glass accessory assortment at low prices.
A Washington dispatch notes military circles expect continued delay in Carter’s sentence from the court martial. Atlantic Contracting Co. seeks to recover funds over Savannah harbor work and may amend its bill as Carter’s status remains tied to the case. Authorities in Raleigh circles say Carter’s alleged ties to the company will not halt execution.
A large assortment of Christmas jewelry and gifts announced with many styles and frames. Prices range from a few cents to several dollars, including children and ladies rings, brooches, buttons, bracelets, sterling silver novelties, shell goods, combs, clocks, and umbrellas. A broad, direct-from-manufacturer selection emphasizes value and urgency ahead of the holidays.
Eight Otoe and Missouri Indians from a Kansas reservation met the commissioner of Indian affairs to challenge a Nebraska land rebate agreement with Inspector McLaughlin. Participants include Albert Green John Pistein Clem Jones William Fanfaw George C Daly Richard Shunator James Clemhorn and Clem White Hore. Five others are to appear tomorrow and the case will be heard. The group says the agreement was not signed by their head chief and they were coerced by the agent and the inspector.
Cleus A Blix t petitions Minneapolis court for a full pardon claiming innocence in Catherine Ging murder case. He asserts Barry Hayward as real perpetrator and argues the crime occurred before Hayward knew of it. He contends he was coerced under influence of medicine given by Hayward.
Manila December 12 9 2 am General Lawton with the Thirty sixth Infantry and four troops of the Fourth cavalry operate near Manila supporting Ban Miguel without Pander General Fin a insurgents north of Manila and it is believed to have divided his men into detachments.
A bustling display promises strong holiday demand with gloves in black, tan, brown, blue, white and mixed embroidery. Popular lines include Doris and Dorothy styles with prices from 1.25 to 2.00 and assorted purses and pocket books priced from 10c to 2.25, inviting shoppers to view the full stock.
Ladies can choose silk and chiffon neckwear including stock collars in silk satin velvet plain and trimmed priced from 0.50 to 4.00 with stock attached 1.00 to 4.00. Jabots fringed and mull ties offered in varied colors and prices from 0.25 to 1.56 and up to 2.50.
Handkerchiefs fill the store shelves in quantities sufficient to supply gifts for the whole community. The vendor notes this stock level as more than enough for all who seek a handkerchief for gifts at this time.
Scattered bands report insurgent assaults with two brushes affecting a mission. Col Mayes leads and two explorers are wounded. Captain Sturgis routs 40 insurgents near Morsegaréy. Insurgent losses include two majors, two privates, a lieutenant and three privateers wounded. 14 men and two rifles captured. River crossings and transport details noted. railroad and travel notices included.
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