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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 13, 1902
Page
14
Halifax news reports a failed wireless station experiment at Tule Head with Marconi’s system. The setup saw power failures and wire damage, with operators hoping for a joint fire and future improvements as a potential Cape Coast result.
The Philadelphia Bulletin notes a mysterious hipbone growth in a patient named Dr. Mark, with doctors unable to solve the case. It discusses Castoria warnings, counterfeit signatures by Chas Fletcher, and mothers urged to inspect bottles while noting long-running production and safety signs.
A damaged OCR text reports a man named Henry A. Gmer from Wein NL detailing a deadly illness and a claimed cure through a “Brain Center” treatment by Dr Mills. The narrative presents testimonial claims of recovery after severe breathing failures and nerve conditions, asserting the doctor’s method restored health and urging readers to write for more information.
Police Jottings recount Judge Magaw dispensing small fines this morning. Willie Smith, a Tennessee town youth, fined $50 for terrorizing his family with an ox. A vagrant charge stems from Samuel Hayden’s alleged imitation of police notes. Burnett Cluster, a woman, arrested for disturbing the peace after threats and a razor incident at Chesterfel hotel. Madame Closter cited for disturbances. May Davis fired for a late night incident. A reward seeks John Hull, missing boy, believed despondent over a failed exam. Chief Donovan awarded $10 for a recovered telescope grip. other cases include Salvation Army disturbance and poverty-driven neglect.
In Washington, members of both parties fret as the Senate agrees to an amendment prohibiting the sale of intoxicating liquors in the Capitol building. House members fear losing access to beverages long served in connected bars as temperance measures gain traction and threaten to silence their constituents’ habits.
In New York a reef meeting tournament drew attention as Manny Mera Eplerenn and notable figures like Gaweyor Tommy Ditnneets and ATert Kegsttes led the field. The event highlighted the fittest competitors and included Bowery luminary Charles Abrams as a referenced standout. A related local incident in Randativitte noted embalm fluid ingestion and a fatality tied to a wood-cutting accident.
A local furniture store announces a wide selection aimed at Christmas gifting. The Furniture Line promises plenty of options for holiday shoppers seeking ready made presents and home accents.
North of town Mr t Hariman presented wiler to a group, cider drawn from a barrel once tied to an undertaker. The cider reached a factory and several men were sick. Str. Wiint remains in precarious condition while others are expected to recover.
Hearing opened before the House judiciary sub committee on the anti trust act with Representatives Lililouicht Over street Powers DeArmond Clayton Morrill in attendance. Morrill seeks 220000 for attorney general enforcement of the Sherman act and reports the president and attorney general support the measure, while noting the committee chairs do not dictate. Gillette explains the law targets property owned or manufactured under any contract or trust forbidden by law with interstate transport. Penalties include a 20000 dollar fine or up to five years in prison.
A Fond du Lac resident recounts digestive illness improved by Cemce-Note Coffee and Biscuit after years of indigestion. Within a week digestion eased and heart function normalized, leading to weight gain and renewed health. The testimonial cites coffee replaceable for relief and renewed strength after treatment.
A. D. Walker of Holton and Kansas railroad commissioner says a car shortage hurts freight, but motive power is the true bottleneck as engine and car builders are swamped with orders. He notes most inquiries concern cars and that plants run at full speed. inspections cover Kansas lines except Missouri Pacific and finish late year.
Salt Lake City December reports from Balee Idaho state the Idaho supreme court upheld the district court ruling voiding the will of Judge J C Brady of Kootenai County. Brady was fatally shot by a man named Whburz and died en route to Spokane. The will, naming Jobs Callahan as administrator and Father Purcell as guardian, was challenged by Brady’s Protestant family, who claimed incapacity during its creation. the supreme court affirmed the contest.
North Topeka items include notices of church services and mass meetings. Mentioned are the Ohio club at 237 West Sixth, Helena Chapter Initiation, and a joint revival effort at North Side Baptist Church with representatives from several denominations. Also notes on Christmas sales, visitors from Silver Lake, and local social events.
A repackaged notice lists acceptable Christmas presents including a Kodak camera a photo album a pyrography outfit a military brush set an extra fine hair brush a perfumery bottle a perfume shaker and atomizer a box of Angretti chocolates and Lyon's chocolates any of these items qualifies as an acceptable Christmas present.
Fragmentary report recounts a violent incident ending in death after a double barreled shot and intoxicated man bleeding. Mentions a prisoner, a brother named Jory, and a weary local scene with places and dates obscured. Details are unclear but imply a court sentence and death by act of violence.
Derby Conn December reports a revived petition to seize local coal for the poor amid fears of closing schools. Residents wonder if schooling might be curtailed to aid distribution.
Fragmentary OCR reads names and topics including university, football game, and temporary constitution issues. Content is garbled and cannot confirm events, dates, or clear entities beyond University and football context.
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