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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 08, 1904
Page
5
The Topeka State Journal lists subscription terms for daily and Saturday editions with annual, monthly, and carrier delivery options. It notes office telephones and mentions addresses for the Topeka bureau and New York and Chicago offices.
The World Almanac is praised as a comprehensive encyclopedia, with Kansas farm trends noting higher profits in apples versus staples, and a broad review of 1902 economic forces. The piece covers mine labor, coal wages, export tables, and national economic readjustment shaping 1903 outlook.
Fragmentary reports from Geoge county settlers mention a cow and calf, wood sales, a church bell, and a mix of gossip about officials, pastors, students, and Topeka police. The item cites scattered anecdotes including a London shipment, a masquerade of headlines, and a Fort Scott will with an unusual bequest.
Gilmore files a suit against Fort Scott curbstones company claiming a written agreement with Gilfillan Drake to remove sandstone curbing from January 1 to January 4. Attorneys De Gimei and W. S. Metintosh represent the plaintiff, with a judge presiding in Topeka.
City officials and committee members convene to discuss a proposed wide tire ordinance. Representatives from the teamstern and others present with rebuttal testimony to argue for modifying the rule so narrow tied wagons can carry heavy loads of brick and vent in wet weather.
Distress after meals includes nausea belching vomiting and stomach pain. The ad claims Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills cure dyspepsia by strengthening digestive organs. Mrs Wrotax G Baner of Providence RI says after taking four bottles she eats anything without cramps burning or distress.
City officials and county officers spar over delinquent and current tax handling under a new year law. Assistant Treasurer Wright explains county reports show how much the city has and has not received, warning of potential penalties and urging mutual talks to resolve misunderstandings.
The Kansas state board of charities plans to personally borrow $50,000 to accelerate construction of the Parsons asylum. Approval came from Governor Bailey and state officials. The move aims to ease overcrowding as private and state facilities struggle to admit the rising number of insane patients, with monthly borrowing of about $19,000 until new appropriations arrive on July 1.
Report says State Treasurer Kelly attempted to hold primaries in Mintal county ahead of the Republican party regular primaries. Few Republicans voted, messages from Topeka urged turnout, and sentiment against Kelly remained strong. A “rump” convention and Hoch speech were planned for next week with regular primaries on Friday and a convention Saturday.
Samuel Hess, a poloret man, awaits orders at the Ottawa station with family amid threats from surrounding white farmers. He is armed with a six shooter, Winchester rifle, and shotgun, while Sheriff Costigan plans to seek insanity orders. Perry Mayes, a 66 year old ex-soldier, is also in custody as authorities work through confidential legal matters.
D R Anthony Jr from Leavenworth arrived for the state election board meeting where his challenge to the First district Republican nomination will be discussed. Accompanied by attorney A E Crane and DeVere Rafter, with Attorney General Coleman away from the Dewey Norton trial. The Anthony camp argues state law settles the Soldiers Home voting issue in Leavenworth County, defining home residents as eligible voters in county elections.
Mrs Bailey hosts informal afternoon at the Governor's House in honor of Miss Matilda Sample of Evanston Illinois. numerous guests from New York and St Louis visit Mrs Chappel Foote and other local hosts amid a social gathering.
The piece argues that leaning against walls harms posture and fatigue, urging natural alignment for vitality. It advises minimal wall contact, breathing ease, and balanced torso position. bowing from the hips and maintaining level eyes when greeting others.
Delbert H Mitchell 37 died at home after two weeks of illness. He worked as a clerk in Santa Fe office of W Cook. Enns M Hanson 13 died of dropsy at 128 Fillmore St. Funeral at home Tuesday. Erma Hanson, seventh grade student, Sugmer school. Milledge daughter of Mr and Mrs TC Marple died at home. Catherine S Wintrode died at 2 West Tenth Ave. Funeral at residence Tuesday. Friends invited. Buried private.
Soot on a roof caused a small blaze at the home of J J Van Houten 61 Polk Street Sunday at 11 00 am. Damage described as trifling. Mr and Mrs W P Moore of Mt Hope Kansas visiting their daughter Mrs Le M Penwell at 585 Monroe Street. they plan to stay about two weeks. At 2 85 Sunday morning an incendiary fire nearly destroyed a barn at 1305 Central Avenue North Topeka owned by Mrs M A Wallace and recounted by Ivy John rites. Loss is listed as a chance. Commissioner Snyder is working to clear the row between Madison Avenues and Crane for a year as residents quit using it. Fire quenched without department aid but family reported $1, Captain Robinson dispatched to ensure safety.
Postponement announced for the bribery trial amid ongoing uncertainties. Local notes mention delays and a brief reference to a YMCA basketball event tonight.
John Hardy, seeking escape from his aunt Mrs Graham's party, finds himself drawn to Milly Morris and Betty in a garden. A bracelet with a carved cameo, linked to a lost fortune, unsettles Hardy as he recalls a past treasure discovery and his emerging choice between temptation and happiness.
The text reports a magical remedy claim addressing rheumatic and mental illness with dramatic claims. It asserts immediate disease relief and law-like effects, naming a first dose that promises rapid healing and a final cure. The readable fragment suggests a promotional or sensational tone for a mystic treatment.
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