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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1901
Page
8
A garbled notice describes an event titled Etumiat at tantelet presented by Erin Wile on a date near October or November. It references Beas nieces and Fayi o 26th, mentions Cleveland Press and Retin, and discusses a penitentiary context with room operation.
A letter from Geneve Mich notes coffee caused heart trouble and sleeplessness, while switching to Postum reportedly improved health. The witness, Hood, credits Postum with better vitality and fewer heart issues, contrasting it with bitter coffee effects and claiming it as a safer beverage choice.
A local church announces a gathering this Sunday at the town hall to discuss preparations for a religious outreach program. Attendees are urged to bring children interested in joining a children’s group. Organizers emphasize a peaceful, faith-based event.
Dudley Pratt father of Pratt brothers hardware dealers of North Topeka was struck by a trolley car near Vie Saute Fe bridge Thursday afternoon while walking on tracks. He was unconscious when rescued and sustained severe injuries.
In Toledo Ohio on a February day two young society women observe a Stowelog ay Sphaar yacht outing when one vessel strikes a nitw toe and breaks through injuring a spectator.
A damaged clipping describes a woman in Atlanta reporting abuse by her husband, and a separate note mentions the wreck of the steamer Zettis near Cherbourg with a brief maritime reference. The fragmented text includes names and dates, reflecting a local newspaper record of personal distress and a shipping incident.
A Topeka notes page details a Thursday Euchre Club gathering at Portait Street with many attending and prize won by Florence Rossington a Leavenworth entrant. It lists attendees including Mrs Sears Esterly Mrs Frederick Bruer and Miss Grace Weies.
A health claim asserts tiredness stems from poor blood and impurities. It promises a single remedy that removes poisons from the blood as the sole cure.
A fragment recalls an inbie party at ernaeon with Mew Mr. Bradbury of Wisconsin and Meeatl of Seattle. Case fins returned to her home in Abione after a few days visit in Topeka with Mra Mt A. Low.
Reports from Grand Island indicate plans by the Burlington to absorb the St Joseph and Grand Island railroad after nearly two years of discussion. General Manager Du Puy of the Burlington refused to affirm or deny that plans were perfected, stating the announcement was news to them.
A Lebanon party led by P.O. Smith plans to head to the Klondike to prospect for gold and possibly search Saree mine. The expedition includes Wowler, Martin Siller, Jas Sullman, and G. F. Payton with Smith acting as general manager. They bought Newfoundland Goma to supply the trip and expect to begin voyage soon.
Wall Street reports that J P Morgan and associates weigh plans to acquire a substantial portion of major raw and steel firms. They aim to secure harmony in ownership without creating a monopoly while avoiding minority interference, promising benefits to investors, consumers, and workers.
A violent incident occurred when a bull dog attacked a driver and mule during a Battle to the death dispute. The driver was fatally injured. bystanders tried to intervene but the dog remained dangerous. The mule escaped, but both the driver and bystanders suffered injuries with fatal outcome uncertain.
A claim arises over denied seating on a railroad coach. The plaintiff asserts humiliation and damages of 10000. The action targets a Southern railway route and a brakeman allegedly forced her to ride in the wrong coach or walk.
Denver Colorado police board opens a public inquiry into alleged misconduct by officers Arthur and Martin. District Attorney Tanya reviews the case and potential criminal proceedings, with an emphasis on whether to pursue charges.
The grain trust bill faces passage by calendar. debate centers on penalties and enforcement. Key speakers include Grosser and Grattan with support from Johnson Bucklin and Mason. provisions ban trusts that curb competition and limit shipments, with penalties ranging from fines to hard labor and imprisonment.
A damaged report describes janitors at the capitol failing to clear snow along walks after a snowfall. It notes dissatisfaction with the janitorial force, political influence on appointments, and lawmakers pressing the executive council to intervene. The resolution was adopted and sent to the governor.
The report states boards will remain as they are and that the legislature is unlikely to dissolve current educational, charitable, or prison boards. It notes a current state institution and hints at potential changes in governance without detailing specifics.
Fragmentary report notes Seaton's bill was introduced amid debates on migration and reform. The house judiciary committee reportedly unfavorably disposed of the measure, with unclear references to seating, flowers, and potential display for criminals as a consequence.
Representative W J Babity says a governor's bill to charge tuition at Kansas universities and state institutions should be titled an act to prohibit higher education. The educational committee reported the bill unfavorably, arguing it would hinder the state's progress in the arts sciences and development of its resources by setting bounds to the genius of its people.
The state fish hatchery bill was introduced by Senator Noftzger this morning. It proposes an inn 5000 with wh pointment of an assistant fish wardener and a salary of 3740 per year, with a two year test. The bill has backing from Azul Star Warden Wiley and others, aiming to allow Kansas residents to eat bass and cropple without paying double prices.
Stephen Cave's prairie dog bill advances to the governor for signature after Senate and House action. The bill seeks control or extermination of gophers in eastern counties, with emphasis on stopping pest outbreaks in short grass country, amid a political rider.
A Senate bill seeks to exempt elderly veterans from being sent to the poor house or poor farm. The proposal, described as an exemption, would affect the handling of aged veterans and related tax implications.
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