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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1896
Page
2
A dubious medical advertisement promises cure for weak nerves and illness through a "Gulden Stedicul Discovery" and pure blood. It claims wealth, strength, and family protection if readers buy the remedy offered by a druggist and physician-backed sellers, urging immediate purchase via mail.
Fragmented text describes arrival and travel of multiple individuals and groups, with references to a survey expedition, taxes, and a curator. The garbled OCR mentions Adrian expedition, distances like 108 feet, and various named figures, suggesting a historical field or exploration record with unclear sequence and many erased proper names.
A garbled dispatch reports alleged Cuban influence and calls for action by Colonel Stephenson of Washington. It references the department of justice, a proclamation, and comments on U S interference, with unclear names and dates due to OCR errors.
A fragmented OCR snippet mentions health, a notable departure, and various garbled names and places. It references Irish topics, a wartime or battle context, and a public turnout with scattered references to people and locations. Details are unclear due to transcription errors.
Disjointed report describes a mob attacking a motorman after a boy was killed by a vehicle. The assailant escapes into a store but is surrounded by furious residents until police intervene. The fragmented text references a chaotic scene with multiple names and unclear outcomes.
Fragmented report shows veterans urging the university to reverse a policy or action. The account mentions administrators, council deliberations, and potential protests or appeals. Names, dates, and places are unclear due to damaged text. The passage hints at tension between veterans and the university over a pension or memorial issue.
Fragmented report details exhumations at Port Feilaaterh now Colony and a Cape Tavern course. It notes examinations of bodies for a trial related to a broad fraud scheme with mentions of repaying raid payments and a gubernatorial penitentiary case against several named figures.
Report on Campbell engaging for experimental farm work in Haines and Nebraska. Mentions experiments on turning the welt belt, notable for late 19th century agricultural science. References to trials in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Dakota territories with focus on vegetable varieties and crop experiments.
A blast from the new water tunnel under Chicago sent tremors through several properties causing structural damage and prompting warnings to tenants. Officials report gas lines and walls fractured as contractors scramble to assess the impact while insurers weigh liability and nearby works pause.
A corrupted item describes plans for a large new building near Madison Square Garden style in Chicago. It mentions constructors, materials, and costs, including potential seating changes and large gutters. The text is garbled with invented names and unclear figures, but signals a major development project with a significant budget and financing considerations.
A heavily garbled OCR report notes convicts seeking pardons in Frankfort with references to government action and petitions. The text mentions railroad workers and state authorities, hinting at a broad clemency discussion but lacks clear names, dates, or outcomes due to damaged source material.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions politics, the secretary role, a party, and names like W. Stauafield and Oh Kunmew avenue. The text is unclear but hints at candidacy or influence within a public committee or ward, with references to deception and theft in a historical urban setting.
Judgment in New York concerns a man who borrowed money cited as poker chips acting as currency. Broker Martiner Pite testifies about debt settlement. complex exchanges reference a poker table, chips and a referenced treasurer. The trial includes questions about whether chips represented real money and the legality of the debt repayment.
In New York a theological seminary faces trouble over meal plans as students grow tired of hash meals. The dean and faculty discuss options while students voice concerns about nutrition and variety, seeking changes to dining services.
London reports The Times Paris correspondent warns that Europe will not ignore German moves and hints at an alliance with Spain. It notes Washington’s cautious stance but suggests European powers could join a coalition if U S actions provoke a broader crisis.
Unconfirmed reports claim Spanish cruisers fired on the filibuster steamer Threeheads and damaged its crew. The scene mentions port captures, coastal defenses, and possible intervention by U.S. or allied forces as authorities investigate the incident amid rising tensions in the region.
News brief from New York dated December 26 outlines optimistic views on a decisive Cuban victory soon. It discusses diplomatic moves, U S policy shifts, and potential actions in Cuba and the Philippines, with figures on copper bonds and military costs looming as tension builds.
London reports a Briton’s view on American military and commercial power. The piece claims the United States has achieved notable feats but would struggle to surpass Britain in maintaining global trade. It argues England faces little fear in long term rivalry given its naval strength and trade reach.
Nell Duryese promotes a County Tale at the Grand Opera House next Monday night. New scenery, a full company, four double quartettes, buck and wing cancan, and operatic shifting highlight the show. Verd’e Merry Players close tonight with Mont Cristo and Vifuncope pictures.
Cincinnati December 2 Thomas Keene after a Walden Street theater engagement received a silver gilded loving cup presented by his company. The cup featured a raised inscription and is a symbol of appreciation from the troupe and business partners following the performance.
In a shooting at the Southern Creek in Daly County, Riley, a renowned mining lab proprietor, was shot and died instantly. John McIntyre, his son, also received a bullet wound to the right hand but survived.
A reel of scattered notes references Anna Honeon Dorey daughter of a Dale Fey figure, with mentions of church service, papal letters, and a Kansas man in personal crisis. It notes a telegraph operator D W Barrikiow in Los Angeles and a Russian concern over Japan, plus Salvation Army efforts in St Louis involving 5,000 adults and children with food baskets.
Tickets of one and one third tire fo round trip sold December 4 85 71 aanet January 3 teal pointy within 200 miles Ping return Uitil January 4 The off way of delivering messages by post bose compared with the modern telephone Sahtat rates the old tedioude methods bf breathine plids computed whether almost timstantaneous cure by One Minute Cough Cure Geo W Stans field G12 Kansae avenus
An old style advertisement for Bucklen’s Arnica Salve promises fast relief for cuts sores ulcers chilblains rashes and skin eruptions. It guarantees satisfaction or money back and lists a 25 cent price per box with J E Jones at Fifth and Kansas Avenues as the seller.
An advertisement praises Munyon remedies including Dyrapepmic Cure for indigestion and stomach issues, Cold Cure, Ovugh Cure for coughs, Blood Cure, Serse Care for nerves, and children’s cures. It claims quick relief in hours or days, with prices noted, and offers free medical advice from Prof Manyor at 150 Arch Street Philadelphia.
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