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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 26, 1900

Page

4

Enterprising effort for protector of millionaire homes and tax disputes

The piece notes an idea to form an organization protecting millionaire residences from thieves at a cost per protection. It critiques Senate treaty talks with processors of sites and discusses canal projects, trusts in New Jersey, and legislative remedies. It references shipbuilders and tariff debates, brewery tax plans, and the broader national strain between industry and government.

Millionaire’s Sone Khinkpls

Shameful bounty begging exposed in transit shipping profits

A century old critique denounces charity to naval bounty as a sham while exposing International Navigation Co profits from ships under foreign flags. The author argues American vessels under the U S flag should profit for Americans, urging reform of wartime funding practices and flag policies.

Wintan Phamelawa Appeais International Navigation International Navigation Compat Would Be the Chief Beneselsry

Immigrants From Europe Dominate U S In 19th Century Settlement

A 10 month immigration tally shows about 460000 entering the United States for the year, with over 100000 from Austria Hungary and Italy each and nearly 100000 from Ireland. Europe supplies the vast majority while tropical regions send under 1 percent, indicating a preference for colder climates and permanent homes here.

Immigration Bureau Bureau of Statistics Austria Hungary Tmly Rivera United Kingdom Ireland Europe Tropics Main United States Oceania India Arabic Africa South America Central America West Indica

Glost of humor and hustle in holiday life tidbits

A montage of comic and curious holiday anecdotes from daily life. Wise men feed on nostalgia and letters to friends. Christmas gifts and family feasts mingle with social mishaps. A West Point cadet hazing tale and a shop altercation unfold amid bustle and chatter.

West Point Congressional Examining Committee Bem Prines Congressonal Committee

Pointed Paragraphs in Chicago Church Bells Toll

An observer notes church bells tolling as two young men imagine a calling to preach. The piece reflects on the response of the people and quotes a philosopher who remarks that time influences the moment.

Mole Sam Congress Fran Chicago News Boise Tui

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises to Cure and Strengthen

Testimonial claims Hood's Sarsaparilla restored Mrs L B Goerland's appetite, weight, and strength when she was run down and unable to work. The ad asserts the remedy strengthens the stomach, aids digestion, and tones the system, urging early use for best results.

Hood L. B. Goerland Sbe

Quips and Quirks in a Christmas Yet to Come

A mosaic of humorous sayings and social vignettes from a Philadelphia Record tradition. Jokes on temperance, politeness, marriage, and money mix with garbled phrases and sly witticisms. A street corner view of early 20th century manners and foibles in brief, brisk snippets.

Closing the lids and focus tricks in early vision notes

The fragment describes eye lid closure and focusing ideas, mentioning a person named Sindy and Toni, with references to a cartier and a habit of wearing cuits. It reads as a jumbled discussion on attention, gaze, and object focus plus a directive to maintain exclusive attention.

Ube Cartierie

Chas Bennett Optician Opens Shop in City

Chas Bennett opens an optician business at 730 Kansas Avenue. The shop, established in 1973, offers eyewear and eye care services to local residents. Local patrons can expect personalized fittings and a long standing commitment to vision care.

Chas. Bennett Optician Kansas Avenue

Harmsworth on The Simultaneous Newspapers of the Twentieth Century

Alfred Harmsworth editor of the London Daily Mail contributes to North American Review, arguing for illustrated modern newspapers and predicting global centralization. He praises US press leaders, notes dangers of partisan leanings, and foresees large, integrated newspaper empires shaping public opinion.

New York Alfred Harmsworth London Daily Mail Toko Pasenger Teutonic North American Review Harmeworth Joson Asher Tey Harmsworth England Inter Mes 18 Cpa Ube Imamodi United Sintenax United States Great Britain Puliteer Dam Bennett Hearst Raymond Jones Childs Medill Lawson Russell Vinings Taylor Halstead Patters de Young Singerly McGodkin Greeley Kelway Watterson Great Betwin Mae Ttt Simultarieods Lke Annultancoun Betas

Roosevelt as Santa at Oyster Bay school visit

President Roosevelt dressed as Santa distributed gifts at Little Cave School in Oyster Bay New York on December 6. He spoke to children about success in life while several siblings attended the event.

Little Cave Oyster Bay New York Roosevelt Santa Claus Litte Cave School Ovate Pwreai Owe Fife Covernor Soungrat Quentin Sis la Rity Bunkens

Christmas Message From Miss Provost At School

The text recalls a Christmas greeting from Miss Provost to the students and staff. It includes wishes for a merry Christmas, a vote to pair home and school influence, and a nod to Governor Roosevelt. A Christmas tree decorates the school as duties resume.

Apa Act Square Aiden Misa Provost Roosevelt

All Their Own Way Race War At Cementville Ind

A Jeffersonville dispatch reports a brewing race riot at Cementville on the Panhandle line. Negroes, armed, attacked Sam Kendall’s saloon after Lee Ranger and John Redmond were intoxicated and provoked whites. Ranger was shot. Kendall fled to alert the prosecutor. Sheriff and deputies mobilized. whites feared a bloody riot as officers struggle to restore order.

Indianapolis Jeffersonville Ind Cementville Panhandle Road Lee Ranger John Redmond Sam Kendall Comentinum Sandman Kaye Kendall Kenna Ranger Ka Be Thin Oly Montgomery

Hanna's Christmas Speech Purported by Salvation Army Aid

Cleveland crowds hear Senator Hanna praise Salvation Army volunteers at Grays' Armory event feeding 1,500. Turkey, chicken, pork, potatoes, bread, cabbage and coffee distributed. 2,000 poor attend evening Christmas tree gift display.

Cleveland Salvation Army Cleveland Balvation Army Grays Hanna Salvation Army Provisiana

Illustrated Lecture on the Grand Canon by Brigham

The Ladies Music Club brings Mr. N. M. Brigham for an illustrated lecture on the Grand Canon of Arizona. The event is scheduled for January 4 at the First Christian Church.

Arizona N. M. Brigham

Glasses on easy payments by Dr J E at Topeka eye clinic

Dr J E offers eye consultations and free taste tests while advertising glasses on easy payments. The ad provides a Topeka address at 111 Plefield and 1255 Wort Street for the eye specialist page, urging readers to send their address today.

J. E. 111 Plefield Wort St Topeka, Zan

Detroit Street Rail deal unites Pack Everitt scheme collapse

A long dispute over the Detroit Street railway franchise and stock transfers ends withPack & Everitt forming a new company plan. Johnson claims he will cover part of Wilkes & Co. costs, while Wilson & Co. deny notice of dissolution before the agreement. Justice Blanchard awaits briefs before ruling.

Joel Baer T. Wilson & Co Chase Ferinbants Detroit Street Pack & Jeveritt Pack & Everitt Tkey Wilken & Co Pack & Ryevritt Pack & Ryeritt Bite Pack & Byeritt J. T. Wilson & Co Tt. T. Wilson & Co Park & Everith Johnsen Wilkes & Co Wilson & Co Johnson Wien Ft Co Blanchard Naw

Robert Downing Matinee Engagements and New Year Tour

Robert Downing announces a matinee appearance and seasonal performances before returning to Topeka for a new year tour. He leads a company with Mr Downing at the head, planning next season’s road tour and engagements in Topeka and surrounding cities.

Robert Downing Topeke Sient Ty Enworth Topeka Dow Marpeeke Mr. Downing

Devery to Quit New York Police Chief Post

A New York Evening News report states Police Commissioner William J. Devery is likely to retire soon. The city would appoint a new head of the police while Devery would receive a lifetime pension of three thousand dollars per year.

New York I Police Wiliam Ey Rermrenit John B. Bexton Devery Dievery

President of Liberia Resigns Amid Political Turmoil

Liberia's president resigns amid protests and constitutional questions. Officials report a peaceful transfer talks ongoing with interim leadership seeking stability. International observers urge calm as lawmakers discuss next steps and governance.

Hartford Itinerary Messy Fragments and Names

Fragmentary OCR text references Hartford route names and visitors with unclear dates. Key names appear garbled, leaving only scattered mentions of places and people, with no coherent event or outcome to anchor a full summary.

Union Pacific train boast claims amid colorful prose

The passage extols a California bound Union Pacific Overland Limited with exaggerated praise and playful jargon about speed and comforts. It features garbled OCR text mentioning Sacramento, San Francisco, steam heat, and a theatrical tone, ending with a note that everybody reads the State Journal.

Overland Limited Union ‘Pacific Adiatra Beresford Union Pacific Baga Apa The State Journal

Penny Main Line Traditions and Local Rail Changes

Fragmentary OCR describes a railway region, mentioning Penny Main Line and western divisions. It notes extended travel time, a survey or inspection by officials, and references to stations or routes around a twenty mile setting. Names appear garbled. overall focus is on line operations and proposed charges or stations.

Bernhardt's Shoes A Fashion Toast of 190 Pairs

New York gossip notes Sarah Bernhardt’s collection features 190 pairs from every style of the era. The article highlights silk satin and velvety fabrics, ornate decoration, and a range from practical to extravagant footwear reflecting her stage persona and fashion influence.

New York Dee Sarah Bernhardt Taney Mathers Bilkeaby Bisek

Wheelock to bring realism to stage drunkard role in New Drama

Minneapolia reports veteran actor Joseph Whretork will portray the delirious drunk in a new temperance drama titled A Few Nights in Barroom. He studies delirium tremens and letters from friends to deepen the performance, while producers announce backing from Capital of a Million and The National Trust Company of Delaware.

Wheelock Minneapolia Minn Josephr Whretork Artis Simone Tom Dever Dee National Trust Company of Delaware le Ta Nets Adam Evenines Row Cain

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