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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1902
Page
3
The excerpt presents fragmented ad text touting a “COLD CURE” and “MUNYON” claims. It markets cures for colds, headaches, bones, and various diseases, with vague promises of rapid relief and mentions a New Word and Philadelphia address for sales. The garbled OCR hides specifics but preserves the promotional tone and dubious medical claims.
Children Rudica and Durdica Hindeo twins were joined at the same abdomen and underwent a desperate surgical separation in Paris. The operation, led by Dr Doven and aided by Dr Doyen, lasted about ten minutes but left both siblings emaciated and dependent on revived tubes while surgeons waited for swelling to subside. The case, observed by Sisters of Mercy, highlights fragile life and uncertain recovery.
In the past days large quantities of onyx base boards arrived as part of state repair work. Workers did not promptly install them, delaying the project. The text describes damaged walls, warped wiring, and concern over casting and layout in corridors and rooms.
The viceroy at Ine tis telegraphed a famine outlook stating conditions are serious despite expected rain. mentions crop destruction and relief works expanding rapidly to mitigate the crisis.
An advertisement promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a permanent kidney based remedy for rheumatism and uric acid poison. It claims kidneys must be healthy first, urges urine checks, and touts the product as a safe, vegetable cure available from druggists with trial bottles offered free upon request.
W J Binck denies rumors that Mexican Central was sold to Santa Fe or Rock Island. He calls the stories Chicago-originated schemes to promote Rock Island’s El Paso line, says no sale is planned, and questions Paul Morton’s Mexico trip as a pleasure jaunt rather than business.
The Pennsylvania Railroad reports 1574 employees retired under its pension system over two years, with 536310 paid to superannuated workers. The board seeks a retirement age of 74 for officers and staff, with 20 years required for early retirement. Critics argue the plan rewards loyalty and raises labor costs while ensuring an efficient, faithful workforce.
In Albuquerque, New Mexico, a surprising event occurred as 17 engineers walked into the roundhouse to have their names written on the extra board. The group, all newly promoted during the winter, will return to fireman ranks. The heavy winter traffic season reveals more engines and cars in need of repair as the mechanical department uses the seasonal tail to ready equipment for revival.
Southern Pacific plans four wheel designs as a unique improvement to speed travel to Yellowstone and Yosemite. A Chicago firm studies turbans for hilly districts, aiming to ease trips from the Southern system. The article notes autos may replace plot-the mag roaches deed and discusses prep work for new routes and traveler ease.
Plans consider replacing rail travel with hill friendly automobiles to reach Yellowstone and Rosermire from line points. The aim is to shorten park travel time while complying with laws that prohibit railroad entry.
Eastern Illinois road officials protest a groggery opened on private ground near the Danville depot, deeming it a dangerous nuisance and temptation to train crews. They urge criminal action to deter sale of liquor to railroad workers, warning it jeopardizes sobriety and safety.
The document, written by Nevin in 1884, outlines the disposition of about $200,000 in property. It names W. Nevis Jr as a son and beneficiary, with Jim and Helen aged 20 and 12 respectively, and notes private provisions within the will. Concurrent items report a Northern Pacific switchmen strike in Missoula, a Denver fire liability ruling, a Lake Shore superintendent appointment, and Santa Fe engine run changes affecting multiple divisions.
Two special cars will depart Monday morning February 23 carrying Shawnee county delegates and a team to the AOUW crowd lodge at Fort Scott. From Kansas City the crowd will ride the Frisco to Fort Scott that afternoon. Delegations will be picked up at Lawrence Eudora and Kansas City.
A dense, rowdy clipping recounts factory and shop activity across the Santa Fe division. It lists workers, assignments, transfers, injuries, and routine shifts, including machinists, painters, and foremen moving between plants in Kansas and surrounding areas.
J W Leedy writes from Valdes Alaska in January 1907 about climate health and life. He notes temperatures from 90 in summer to 15 below in January, describes dog teams and sledding for interior travel, children attending school, and the impact of heavy snow on travel. He discusses farming prospects in Copper River valleys and advocates Homestead law changes to allow 160 acres and railroad access to spur development.
Chief chemist W. A. Powers returns from Guthrie, Oklahoma, reporting a new pump setup enabling about six tenths of the usual air loss and a daily train of sippy deliveries between Guthrie City. Rollermaker Ben Bitoneal oversees the erection of a four-horse power double gear system, replacing older steam or air methods, promising efficient output with reduced air loss.
An editorial styled notice warns of kidney trouble signs and urges health awareness. It promotes Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as the leading kidney remedy, claims hospital and physician use, and offers free sample bottles and a book by mail from Kilmer Co. Readers are asked to mention the Daily State Journal when requesting materials.
The fragmentary text mentions a victim on a cross street and a hospital stay, then shifts to personnel changes at a company. Morrissey joined as foreman June 1807, leaving a wife and five children. Jarrett Disetin enters U S naval service. Dusty described as absent from ropework duties. A general note covers a long naval career, boiler oversight, and ship repairs.
Dramatic events note that Lost in New York is canceled and won’t play Crawford tonight while Two Married Men will be at the Crawford Wednesday night. The Pioneer Press notes the production aims to amuse, with a capable company and vaudeville variety elements to entertain audiences yesterday and today.
Transfers include Jno 8 Joseph to T D Joseph on sw iy 18 14 16 and Chas Ko Joseph. Other deeds show Martha P Knox to J J Krier Jr, M I H Kine to St Westman, and E C and Izabel G Tavis to Sarah A Dutton for 600. Also MF Church witt ty O Rauer plots 41 and Center street Mapletons addition, and Bank of Topeka secured lots in Pleasant View subdivision.
A garbled scrawl mentions Mr Wheeler and a struggle with a peculiar malady. It references trying to get well and lists unclear place names and fragments suggesting a personal health narrative from a distant era. The legible parts depict recovery efforts and scattered geographic hints.
Recovered garbled and incomplete text notes tickets on sale in February with a return option by February 18 and references to a cough remedy and confidence in a product. The fragmentary content mentions phones and a remedy for colds and croup but lacks coherent details or named entities.
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