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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 20, 1897

Page

5

Del Conte Italian Opera Company Plans U S Tour

The Del Conte Italian Opera Company, fresh from Italy, announces a United States tour under Crawford management. Mr L M Crewtora negotiates the tour with stops in San Francisco and Los Angeles, then Chicago and New York, with a three month engagement in California before continuing coast to coast.

The del Conte Italian Opera Company Italy United States LM. Crewtora Sag Frazctaou Mexico Lee Angeles San Peabelem California Sue Fransigeo Vepers Mbenat Cracfort Inehud Stespon Nes Arterty Scarve Wash Seattle T. Paul Ls S Tumien Opere Company United San Francisco

Unclear OCR fragment on travel and tickets

Fragmentary text describes round trip travel, passes, and tickets with scattered names and places. Content is incoherent with entities like Topeka Santa Fe and December. No clear event dates or outcomes emerge.

Ear of corn becomes center stage at centennial expo

A bizarre scene emerges as a giant ear of corn garners attention at the Centennial exposition. Reports describe the ear damaged by heat and salt winds, sparking questions about its origin and purpose while officials debate its display and meaning.

Anson's Close Call on a Stricken Vessel

New York December 3 reports describe a perilous voyage in which passengers aboard the North German Lloyd steamer faced violent seas and a near disaster. A near-fatal wave swept the promenade and threatened to sweep a passenger overboard as Anson's crew scrambled to secure the bulkheads and ventilators amid roaring seas.

New York Bic Liiva Staurunio Saal Jones Nis Sunina Mallor Anson

Provest Pneumonia Prevention Ad from Cremerie

At risk times a cough or cold is common and pneumonia fears rise. The ad promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a certain preventive, claiming many users avoided pneumonia and recommending it for those with weak lungs. Available in 2 and 1 cent wines for angle by all drusgists.

Change in Rock Island leadership shifts Major Anderson

Major Anderson of the Rock Island loses his post as assistant general passenger agent in Topeka and becomes general agent in Topeka. Mr Macleod, new southeastern passenger agent of the Rock Island based in Pittsburgh, succeeds as the new assistant general passenger agent. The salary remains unchanged. Anderson’s health and travel demands prompted the swap, with speculation about his future career near railroads and public offices.

The Rock Island F. J. Anderton Tupeks Bitusburs Topeka Andersen John Sebastian Missouri River Major Anderson Anderson Sebastian Hitk Mac OM Fuller Misnouri Tam Toyoka Olge Conecal Pissenger Typeko Macleod Hick Island Pitsburg Nova Seotke Uy Rail Fuad Getz Boston Grand Trunk Hussun & Albany Read Cy Polana Perasion Tbere Soldiers' Home United States

GRAIN-O Arrives as Coffee Substitute in Stores

A new preparation called grain O is being sold in grocery stores as a pure grain coffee substitute. Marketed to suit delicate stomachs, it supposedly tastes like coffee and costs 15 or 25 cents a package. Children may drink it with claimed health benefits. The note cites The up-to-date Lunch and Short Order Restaurant The Creamery at 35 Kansas Avenue Scott & Scott.

Ghai Tie Cremerie Kansas Avenue Scott & Scott

THINK BEER IS ALL RIGHT IN ZELIEVILLE ILLINOIS

Officials report residents support beer approval in schools with a majority voting against banning beer education. Citizens say moderate consumption is acceptable and not harmful, reflecting a public option stance.

MID BAGS OF GOLD New York December War Treasure Heist

New York reports a large shipment of treasure aboard the Ward Liew to a ward in Washington was stolen during theft of a treasure room. Investigators say the robbers took 500, but the aim was to seize the entire treasure. Detectives and company officials vow quiet pursuit as authorities use best available methods.

New York Washington Vera Sirerg G_ Smith

Prince Henry of Prussia Stops in England on China Mission

Prince Henry of Prussia, en route to China, visits the Queen at Osborne Isle of Wight then returns aboard the German cruiser Deutschland. A shooting incident occurred at Osborne this morning as he departed. Weather may affect coal ing voyage resumption to China tomorrow morning.

Prince Henry of Prussia China Englsea Osborne Isle of Wight Prinon

Kaiser’s Witless Fame Roils German Press

Berlin reports reveal Kaiser Wilhelm’s erratic mind may drive Prince Henry’s speeches for China. German correspondents say Henry’s antics were scripted, prompting heavy ridicule abroad. Kiel diplomats note Germany’s embarrassment as presses mock the royal family and state of excitement. Curtis Fleck buys Cholera remedy. druggists offer $5 and $1 bottles.

London Prince Henry of Prussia Mt Kiel Emperor Wiltttin Prince Henry China Berlin Haiver Kiel Germany the Times Philip Clourmbus Saturday Review Willem the Witless

Don’t Tobacco Spit and Smoke Your Life Away

Quack remedy ad promises easy quitting with herbal tonic Ne-Te Hac. Claims to restore vigor and nerve and includes a free sample offer. Targets men with sensational health claims and dubious endorsements.

Sterling Remmety Co Chicaco New York

Fragmented Snapshots From Home News Across Town

Local notes mention a school dome interior progress, poetry by Frenk Merriam, a newborn son to Mr and Mrs Nessy, and assorted civic updates. The list covers weather halting sew work, a Christmas matinee by the Arian society, railroad crossing changes, and community events at Topeka and nearby towns including court visits, entertainments, and public notices.

Hethany Bomse Dome Frenk Merriam Tontka Echoots J.C. Nessy Lincots Street Weildine Legium W von Dabler Syle Westerday Firat Arian Society Union Pacific Railroad Topeka Long W. C. Dutton Reform School Hi. M. Hoontz Spokane Wash W. C. Nevill Christman Nettels Ed Curry Charles Miller 000 East Biehth Creer Parumonia WE. Rush Fenera Geo Adlamacn Parkdale Martehinson Smntest Barnet St. Lagi United States Circuit Court of Appeals James H. Gus Tworace Stock Company Rider Haggard J. FL Meer Lu Chilkes Crosby Braue Hughes A. Pymmasium J B Currell Ure Fuster Salvation Army

Christmas Slippers at Furmans and Kansas News Mix

The piece reports on a busy period with Christmas slippers at Furman, state meetings, and local events. It notes the Kansas assembly plans, a lecture by Senator Jon a B. Gonlia, and education and bond discussions. It mentions Topeka undertaker, Lincoln post, and naval surveys near Alaska and the Yukon with the McArthur ship preparations.

Rates Cut in Two by the Santa Fe

The Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Railway will sell round trip excursion tickets to Kansas towns within 200 miles of Topeka on December 4 25 and January 1 at the usual price. Tickets must return by January 4. The offer includes several concessions to various points.

Sante Fu Topeka Renses Bamie M. Myz Jen- Masey Eiberai Scierh Santa Fe Atchison, Topeka & Santa Fe Railway Kansas Uchete Pointe Issours Miso

Card of Thanks Seeks Help After Loss

We the undersigned thank the trans freeads and all who stood with us in our fate bereaved by the loss of our husband and father Trent. Frank and Elizabeth Benry announce photo services with sizes and prices. Leonard relocated to 613 Kansas Avenue then moved four doors north to 735 Kansas Avenue Cremeri Scott and Scott.

Trans Freeads

Bernhardt Threatened by Demented Fan in Paris

Paris reports renowned actress Sarah Bernhardt was threatened by a mentally disturbed woman who accompanied a male companion. The threat was renewed as the tragedy star complained of abuse she has endured, seeking police escort due to fear while moving about.

Paris Sarah Bernhardt Bern

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