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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 12, 1898

Page

6

Woman to Women Prom Mrs Jenness Miller

Mrs Annie Jenness Miller discusses a health discovery, praising Warner’s Safe Cure as a preventive tonic for women. She cites personal experience with mental overwork and recommends the remedy to improve vitality and wellbeing, claiming widespread success among readers.

Jenness Miller Nan Bernhardt Wurman Annie Jenness Miller Ty Gath Warner Weeh Miller Stundert

Sunday Church Services and Sermons Across Town

A jumble of church notices lists Sunday services for many congregations. Rev. J. E. Afepitain leads at First Presbyterian with evening “The Coniston” and sacraments. First Baptist mentions morning and evening worship. Unitarian Society hosts a gathering with “The Deeper Valleys.” Concerted preaching topics include “The Christ in the fire of Man” and various sermon titles across Baptist, Presbyterian, Christist, and Unitarian churches.

Jonny A Ee Praehine Mit Sruw Sindy Echeal A. Bt Ee Topeks Baptist Ured Cornar Otene Paca Dl Jor Ereion First Presbyterian J.D Presbyterian Roham Coniston Judor Endenvue Tee Christian Science North Ettidus Presen Ae First Baptist Church HM Spice Wuljed Suntay School Junara Tian Erdeaver EL Iecomoative Congme-Upuai Santas Thirt Jefferson King Bubuah Gene Howard Iin Unitarian Society AeOa Ag Jew Abrass Mn Nor Hovsis Avenue Wilen Society of Spiritaatlate Coe Senomd Huntoun Church of Christ Mala Wesleyan Pastar Ted Sot Ocean Snoelock DeWitt Ge Kercas Avenue

Social and Personal Highlights From Topeka Society

Topeka social scene includes card party hosted by Mrs. Capper and Mrs. Crawford with carnations and emilia decorations. Guests from St. Louis and Chicago attend Lotus club dance and a large list of local residents join dinners, luncheons, and chautauqua itineraries as articles note travels, entertainments, and receptions around town.

Mra Arthur Capper George Crawford Arthur Murphy Sire C.J. Prescott H. &. Armstrong Fred Freeman Jer Nichola Frank ‘Thorn D. Harmatt Will Whitton Ae Sores Frank MD W. N. West Ie Thomas Bre Bay Hall Small Madge Johneson Glenna Cross

Wichita Rail Hearings Postponed Over Convention Crowds

Railroad Commissioner Wm Camp Bell fears Wichita cannot host the upcoming AOLA W convention due to overcrowding. Mayors, ex Senators, and Missouri Pacific attorneys warned lodging shortages for about four to six attendees as hearings on coal rate charges near Feb 23 are delayed.

Wm. Camp Bell Wichita Hin+ Ing Tinss Lewelling J. H. Richardson Missouri Pacific Railroad Commissioners Campbell

State money lost over school land leasing bill

Superintendent William Stryker says the state legislature deprived the school fund commission of thousands yearly by not passing a bill authorizing leasing of school lands. A Pratt County letter shows many counties seek authority to lease land, noting acres lie idle and could earn revenue if leasing powers existed. The law bars sales below three dollars an acre and few buyers exist. only legislative action can enable leases.

Wiliam Stryker Pratt County

Real estate transfers filed for record in county clerk office

Real estate transfers recorded show Walter S. McCurdy to Walter Matrey and wife for $1.00 the south half of ndsthea at quarter 13-0. Mary C. Pritchard and husband to He G Mooney trustees for $200 the ht 496 and south half of 498 Palle street. S A Scott and wife to Rufus Berry for $5.00 the southeast quarter and east 100 acres of Bouthesst quarter section 12 114 except area east of Gilmer road. Jesse Werrington and wife to Robert A Herrington for $2.00 west east part of the east quarter south of Union Pacific railroad TU-14. Same to same east half of 8.

Office of the Register of Deeds Walter S. McCurdy Walter Matrey Mary C. Pritchard He G. Mooney Palle Street S.A. Scott Rufus Berry Bouthesst Quarter Gilmer Road Jesse Werrington Robert A. Herrington Union Pacific Railroad

Steam yacht Sirene shipped overland to Pacific coast

The Sirene, once with the New York Yacht Club and recently sold to A. J. Adams of Seattle for Klondike service, is loaded on a flatcar and due to reach the Pacific coast where it will join the steamer City of Columbus after it sailed December 27 for the North Yukon. Two other noted sailing craft will also await Klondike duties.

New York Sirene New York Yacht Club A. J. Adams Seattle Pacific Sessule Ste City of Columbus Yukon R Tye

Leedy hints at calling legislature without first writs

Gov. Leedy suggested he might convene the legislature without issuing writs to sheriffs for special elections to fill current vacancies. He stated that a majority in either house suffices to pass a measure, noting 21 senators could approve a bill in the Senate regardless of other votes. He had not considered taxation without representation in this context.

Gav. Leedy Senate Gov Leedy

Oregon Democrats Unite For Fusion In Oregon Election

The Democratic central committee of Oregon issues an address urging fusion with Populists and free silver Republicans to form a united front against a common enemy. The message favors cooperation without sacrificing principles, aiming for government by the people and a broad, united political effort. Osman Pasha, uncle of the sultan, dies in Cairo due to illness. Essex, a Golden City attorney, notes his long struggle with piles and praises German salve as curative. One Minute Cough Cure brings relief from croup at night, praised by G. W. Stansfield of Kansas Avenue.

Oregon Essex Golden City G. W. Stansfield Kansas Avesiue Kansya

Topeka Steam Laundry Ad Promotes Service Quality

An advertising notice urges customers to switch to Topeka Steam Laundry to avoid poor work and bad service. It emphasizes better cleaning results and reliable delivery, appealing to local shoppers seeking superior laundry care.

Miners Urge Action Over Deadly Mine Conditions

A secret southeastern Kansas miners committee appeals to Gov Leedy after deadly disasters at Chicopee Fleming Frontenac and Krebs blaming hazardous mine practices. They cite dangerous dust powder and ventilation flaws plus inexperienced workers and state inspector failures urging swift measures to protect miners lives and health.

Kansas Guv Leedy McGrath Topeka Chicopee Fleming Frontenac Krebs Beiwe Metzrith Mmine Wa Ste Gorge T. McGrath Cnine Blhor Paints Hiws

Miners Seek Governor Appointment of Wages and Safety Commission

A group of miners and supporting organizations petition the governor to appoint a commission with equal numbers of miners and operators to study mine conditions. They propose funding via a bill next session, though no money is available now. The governor would commission investigations and report from the state mine inspector. The letter argues such a law would improve safety and social conditions for miners and families.

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W C L 8S WINS Annual College Debate at Washburn Chapel

In the annual joint debate between Washburn College literary society and Gamma Sigma, the W C L S won with the negative on the question whether the national government should establish a board to settle capital and labor disputes. Dwight Hodge and J F Dell spoke for WC L S. Bo McFall and Stalph Valentine for Gamma Sigma. Judges included Frank Doster John Guthrie A W Dana for argument and L C Boyle David Overmyer Jos G Waters for delivery. WC L S won on points, marking a fourth straight victory over Gamma Sigma.

Washburn College Literary Society Gamma Sigma Literary Society Washburn Chapel Dwight Hodge J. F. Dell Gamma Sigma Bo. McFall Stal WC. S.E Gamma Sigrans

Fire consumes Webster residence in Topeka suburb

The stone house of Fred Webster east of the Curry farm in Highland Park was burned at 8 AM. The blaze started when a St Bernard knocked over a burning coal oil lamp, igniting the kitchen and rapidly spreading to the roof. About 300 dollars of second floor furnishings were saved, total loss estimated over 5000 with Webster’s improvements and insurance. Webster, a notable Topeka coal dealer, had shown the show place home.

Fred Webster Highland Park St. Hernard Wilmarth Burnin House Bir Webster Topeka Green Coal Company

Addition to R. R. M. CA. building resumes work soon

The addition to the R. R. M. CA. building, halted by weather and material shortages, will restart. The rear cellar was dug last December and will be walled up to house the heating plant for the building and baths. Material has arrived and work will begin immediately, with completion expected during hot weather.

R. R.M. CA

Kansas City Man Sues Santa Fe Over Caboose Detention

Herman Maza sues for damages at 100 dollars per hour claiming 15 hours confined in a Santa Fe caboose left him mind sick. He says a passenger ticket from Dean Lake was wasted when trains did not stop, forcing him to ride a freight train and walk over a mile home, damaging his health from exposure.

Kansas City Herman Maza Bass Dean Lake

Wires Still Down After Severe Storm

Central Branch telegraph wires remain down from Wednesday night and Thursday storm. Atchison and Concordia offices briefly connected yesterday, but lines failed again. Regular trains run, no extras until wires repaired. large force of linemen at work to restore service. Besgs Cherry Court Syrup anecdote included in fragments.

Atchison, Peb Central Branch Atchison Concordia

Hoosier Club Banquet Hosts Riley Poet in Kansas City

James Whitcomb Riley, the Hoosier poet, attended the first annual banquet of the Hoosier Club in Kansas City. The event featured three long tables in the private dining room with Riley at the head toastmaster L C Stavens presiding. Riley shared verses and reminiscences including That Old Sweetheart of Mine and What the Wet Water’s Saying, while Hoosiers expressed pride in Indiana’s famed bard. Old fashioned cider appeared on the menu, and the gathering was deemed a distinct success promising more events in the future.

Kansas City Hoosier Club James ‘Whitcomb Riley Indiana Riley Ceater Mr. Riley L. C. Stavens J. H. Neff 8. S. Todd TS. In Ferguson Jim

Fighting Goes On In Guatemala Amid Reports Of Uprising

Dispatches from Mexico City and Guatemala City recount rebel activity and a government assault on bar­racks that left several troops killed or dislodged. Reports also note President Barrios’s cabinet resignations and cabinet changes, with limited confirmation from Guatemalan ministers.

Mexico City Guatemala Marraquin Arvalo Hasra San Francisco Examiner Barrios Antonio Harties West Point Publi Works Fran Cisco Anguereno Domingo Morales Raffel Salavaer Trance Washington Senor Lazo Arriaga Barris Gen. Toledo

Plagues in London Hit Death Rates and Costs

London reports mild weather yet widespread influenza raising mortality to 215 per 1 000 and boosting undertaker prices and quinine costs. Measles also epidemic. Lady Terrence Hinckwell, daughter in law of the Marquis of Differin and formerly Miss Davis of New York, is among the sufferers.

London Terrence Hinckwel Manquis Differin Miss Davis New York

Latonia Jockey Stakes entries hit high mark in 1889

Cincinnati reports on February 1 Latonia Jockey Club stakes. Thirteen of sixteen announced races are this year with three being Derby Himyar and Oaks 1889. Entries total 1364 percent above last year and exceed Louisville St Louis, Oakley figures. Meanwhile Newton Iowa notes five Indiana farmers arrive to buy Harvey county farmland, guided by a real estate agent in boom era fashion.

Cincinnati Latonia Jockey Club Latvia Louisville St Louis Oakley Daya Newton Indiana Harvey County

No Great South American Kidney Cure Promises Quick Relief

A Kansan druggist advertises a remedy for kidney and bladder pain claiming rapid relief and restored urine flow in men and women. The notice also mentions hair loss cure claims from Miss Delta Day of Waterloo, Iowa, with drugstore availability.

Geo. W. Stansfield Kansas Avenue Sim Drug Company Druggists Topeka Kan

Hillmon Case Details 35000 Payment Revised

The article discusses Mrs Hillmon receiving about 35000 from the New York Life and Connecticut Mutual companies amid a long trial for an guardianship or inheritance dispute. Attorneys claim large expenses, with estimates she may receive only a third after costs, while plans to pursue recovery continue. The sixth trial is set to begin Monday with jurors and witnesses arriving, pending possible postponement due to medical illness.

Sallie Fllltman New York Cera Matus Willmon Hiltman Julie Wittens Natrance Willams

Milwaukee Carnival to Expand Floats for Wisconsin State Pageant

Milwaukee officials announce a $25 000 expansion for the city carnival, contracting St Louis firms to build 20 floats for the June 5 to July 3 centennial celebration. The pageant will depict Wisconsin history and statehood, with a July 1 Friday procession and a week of festivities, supported by a substantial budget for entertainment.

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