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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 08, 1899

Page

8

Reteee 10 Seee Old A L Meats and Lards

A damaged shopping list style notice catalogs meats and lards, teas, tobaccos, flours, beans, oats, rice, crackers, and household staples with varying packaging and prices. It lists Wolf and Wolff brand hams, assorted teas, tobacco brands, pancake flours, breakfast syrups, canned goods, and baking items, reflecting a late 19th or early 20th century general store inventory fragment.

Wolf's Capital Wolff California Steve Polleh

Wedded a Millionaire in Private Kansas City Ceremony

In Kansas City at the home of the bride’s parents 718 Forest avenue Miss Maude Fritz became the wife of James L Floyd the millionaire known as the gold king of California. The wedding was private due to a sick family member but marveled at for its lavish violet decor and scenic floral display. The groom’s best man was Walter Fritz and Rev S M Neel officiated. The couple plan a long honeymoon starting with New York then Florida Mexico and Europe aboard the Majestic, with grand jewels and a violet themed gown accompanying the ceremony.

Kansas City Ohie City James L. Piood California Mauders Fritz John Prita Forest Avenue Fritz Tsan Mins Vrandes Ljilis Walter Fritz 8. M. Neel Central Presbyterian Church Constance May Flood Anib Lynn Hanksehng Nell Muret Escone Justin Roberne John Fritu Evaris James Li. Floyd Lillis Hatel Iaid Wis Steckham Midland Hotel Susan Waters Maryland Yousted Waters New York Aed Gtwin Wu Amald Florida Mexico Europe India Austratia Manila China Mariborourhereen Wade

Prohibition Debate in Kansas Temperance Talks at State Library

Governor W I Stanley addresses Topeka temperance groups urging enforcement of the law and public education. He cites Ohio example of temperance work and calls for revived public sentiment, parental education, and community involvement through churches and youth groups. Judge Cunningham welcomes attendees and condemns saloon influence in politics while urging swift action on prohibition enforcement.

W. I. Stanley State Temperance Union New State Library Topeka Howe Humboldt Kansas Qhlo Eowieth League Milne W. B. Cunningham Emporia Toneka F. W. Hinckmar The State University At Lawrence Conor

Catarrh of Stomach Aimed By Simple Digestive Tablet

An ad note explains catarrh of the stomach as a long standing digestive issue. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets containing Diatase Pepsin Nux Golden Seal and fruit acids as a safe remedy after meals to improve digestion and relieve symptoms such as bloating sour rises and loss of appetite. A Chicago reader testimonials the product ending years of trial with relief.

Marlanson Stuart N. J. Booker Dearborn St Chicago Til

Temperance and discipline in the army and navy debate

The article reports on temperance views from a wartime gathering. It notes claims that intoxication dulled soldiers and sailors, praising the Twenty Kansas regiment for temperance, and criticizing Germany’s beer culture. Influential speakers condemn drinking and urge temperance in both navy and army.

Barbers Name Five State Barners Association Officers

The State Barners association adjourned after transacting business and naming a representative committee. Elected officers for the coming year include A Hoffman Hutchinson as president and W A Fyfe Ottawa as first vice president. The group plans to push the barbers bill in the legislature and to hold the next meeting in Hutchinson.

State Barners” Association Joseph Griley T. B. Sheard Roy Hursmond Dr. Gudge C. B. Hyper Topeka Hutchinson 2. A. Hoffman W. A. Fyfe Ottawa P. C R. B. McVey G. C. Clemens W. Aos. Bird Hdb Pieharty

Last Bar to Go Rep. Repeal Proposed for Civil War Disqualification

Washington House judiciary committee unanimously recommends repealing the remaining disqualification for former Confederates. The amendment would remove now disqualifications from serving as jurors in U S courts and in any government branch for taking up arms or taking part in the 1861 65 civil war.

Washington Rep Judiciary Committee of the House Confederacy United States Government of

Jews and Catholics clash over Omaha school expulsions

In Omaha on February 3, Jewish residents, numbering several thousand, protest the removal of eight Jewish pupils from the Catholic Sacred Heart school. Catholic circles denounce the unprecedented step, linked to a visit by Mother General Digby. Details remain with the school sisters, but local tensions rise.

Onatia Omaha Usere of the Sacred Heart

Wagner's son triumphs in new opera at Munich

The New York Journal reports Merr Sleefrent Wagner's Der Baerenhauter, produced at the Munich Foltheater, earns enthusiastic notices. Richard Wagner's genius is praised, with Mme Corinne Waester noted for presence. the plot follows a young soldier haunted by devils and transformed. Also mentioned is the death of Thomas H. Crawford, a Mexican War veteran and West Point graduate aligned with Grant.

Munich New York Journal Merr Sleefrent Wagner Stenfried Warner Pepance Grant Thomas H. Crawford West Point

Government to pay Spain in gold for indemnity

In New York on February it is stated that the government will remit twenty million dollars to Spain for the Philippine indemnity by shipping gold from the treasury and will not trade in the exchange market.

Spain New York Feb. S

Lent Hopes and Local Happenings Across Topeka

Lent begins next week as Topeka residents read of court and city affairs. A schedule of public meetings, theatre notices, and local activities fills the column, including Josepine Doran's quarantine release, courthouse plans, and upcoming performances at Crawford theater and Grand Opera House.

General Eagan suspension nears retirement with pay intact

Washington news states adjutant general confirms Gen Eagan’s suspension bars rank and duties but not base pay. He will retire in a few days under age qualifications with regular rank and pay, yet loses allowances such as quarters, rations, fuel and horse pay, a sizable deduction.

Washington Fen Eagan

Preacher Cop Nesbitt Faces Disciplinary Charge

Roundsman Nesbitt of Wakefield station, nicknamed the preacher cop, must answer charges of leaving his post while on duty to preach at Wakefield Methodist Episcopal Church. He reportedly deserted his beat on January 2 from White Plains Road to St Owens Place between 6 and 12 p.m. Captain Herlihy says he spent over an hour preaching instead of patrolling. York of the police board says if proven, Nesbitt will be punished as if found drinking in a saloon.

New York Roundsman Nesbitt Wakefield Wakefield Methodist Episcopal Church Houndsman Nesbitt Heriby Wake Held Nesbit Nesbitt White Plains St. Owens Place Herlihy Wakefeld Methodist Church Rowel Fresidert York Police Board

Twelve New Warships Planned by House Naval Committee

The house naval committee after a long session endorses twelve new warships and considers three more. They approve first second and fourth class ships per navy secretary recommendations. Three seagoing battleships about 13 500 tons cost 3 600 000 each. Three armored cruisers about 12 000 tons cost 1 143 300 each. Six cruisers about 2 500 tons cost 1 141 800 each. Three protected cruisers about 6 000 tons cost 2 500 000 each. Frank Long, manager, Hotel Oxford and restaurant.

Washington Naval Committee House Secretary of the Navy Bim

Start On Catarrh With Swift's Specific Cure

The ad warns that catarrh worsens in winter and conventional sprays and washes cannot cure it. It claims Swift's specific System 5.5 cures by addressing blood infection, citing a Kentucky patient and urging readers to send for free books from the Swift Specific Company in Atlanta, Georgia.

Swift Swift Specific Company Atlanta Georgia

Salmon canneries close as Vancouver responds to new rules

Dispatch from Vancouver reports 28 salmon canneries shut in British Columbia due to Dominion regulations. Bank managers say firms cannot operate under current rules. authorities foresee losses for the province and a wave of Canadian canneries seeking sites in the United States. GT Wilson, a leading cannery owner on the Fraser River, notes selling two Canadian plants and pursuing U.S. sites as more facilities prepare to move across the border.

Tacoma Wish Vancouver D. C Dominion GT. Wilson Praser Canada United States Tishermes Busi

Copper price rise sparks Senate debate in chamber

In Paris the question of copper output and price rises was raised in the chamber of depts. M Lasses argued the increase affects private interests and that ministers would push tougher measures. He linked the price jump to powerful syndicates in the United States and Great Britain and said the question would be revisited next month with possible duty suspensions.

Paris M. Lasses M. Labrer Justice United States Brltain

Fire on a Stage Bandits Attempt to Rob a Coach in the Mountains

In Jackson California February 2 a staged hold up occurred four miles from town. A driver Peter Podesta Messenger Mel Connell and two workmen were aboard when two robbers opened fire wounding Connell and Podesta. The coach galloped to safety with a light treasure shipment as frozen terrain hampers pursuit by posse and bloodhounds.

Jackson Cal Willng Siwen Peter Podesta Mel Connell Boand Soma McConnell Poderta

Call on the Bank and Death in Cripple Creek

Reading from a clipped newspaper item this note lists a bank call and a death report. It mentions Thomas Arkin of Cripple Creek Cal and a connection to John Arkins of Chi Ruecky Montain Neva with a claim of long service with a local paper. The fragmented text is unclear on dates and full circumstances.

Thomas Arkin Cripple Creek Cal

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