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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1899
Page
2
Fragmented OCR describes German imperial interests in Egyptology and a disputed dictionary project. It notes accusations of suppression, requests for archival access, and mentions experts and officials involved, including references to acquisitions and scientific cooperation. The piece includes stray advertising copy and testimonials about a decongestant product.
A reader claims he would have paid 100.00 per box for certain kidneys balancing remedies. The report notes skepticism about high prices and doubts public affordability and effectiveness amid medical claims. The piece mentions nervous symptoms and a two week confinement related to the drug's alleged effects.
Chicago reports Ralph C. Otis of the city invested in the Isabella mine. The Isabella properties cover 160 acres in the Cripple Creek district near Stratton's Independence mine. Ore bodies are described across several levels with dividends paid from early workings. Early car shipments yielded rich ore, with projected profits and high per ton values suggesting a potentially world leading deposit.
The account sketches a tumultuous path of a writer from a failed Frisco stint to a New Orleans Times-Democrat backdrop where bold caricatured portraits of a bankrupt figure meet newsroom discipline. The piece hints at editorial friction, differing styles, and a career marked by risk and persistence amid harsh newspaper culture.
Chicago February 20 a shoemaker Nori Clark street Join istrom was shot dead in his sleep by Andrew Nebcot a buster at the House Nelson a cousin of Sundstrom s wife fired three shots killing Sundstrom instantly Mrs Sundstrom awoke to see the last two shots Nelson danced about the room shouting then was subdued and taken to the police station jealousy is said to have prompted the crime
A rambling storyteller recalls a comic scheme to propose under an apple tree. The plan collapses into a dream, a brother’s awkward awakening, and a final joke as a reporter hints the English adviser is Kipling. The piece blends romance and military life with a wry ending.
An excerpt describes a young artillery officer strolling by the river at the arsenal when he encounters a polite, sharply dressed stranger wearing gold-rimmed spectacles. The man from the other side speaks of the river as old and storied, hinting at deeper narratives and legends surrounding the place.
Colonel F C Todd recounts witnessing a Philippine snake dance at moonrise during a jungle trek. About twenty nude natives, with twisting snakes, perform a half hour ritual where a dancer releases a snake back to the forest. The ceremony reportedly occurs twice yearly and is met with awe and fear.
Treasury department figures show in 1898 ten thousand nine hundred sixty five cases of goods shipped through the United States between Canadian points weighing two hundred six thousand tons. In 1897 US aided shipments totaled four hundred sixty thousand two hundred sixty nine loads weighing fifty six thousand seven hundred thirteen tons, indicating Canadian routes carried about twenty seven times the American goods.
Washington February 20 settlement of Central Pacific government obligations completed United States Treasurer Roberts received twenty notes from the company totaling 58 212 35 payable semi annually each note 2 940 655 at 2 percent interest Waterworks permit Dawson City by Canadian government tap Klondike river four miles above Dawson Ackien granted privilege to maintain water works Los Angeles February 20 deed of trust filed Los Angeles Railway company to Union Trust Company of San Francisco for 25 005 000 no security for bond issue principal street railways revenue of 32 500"}
In Topeka the primary test on bond funding for a city owned water plant pits supporters of municipal ownership against a New Jersey corporate water company. Pro and anti groups deploy tactics as Councilman Drew defends the public interest amid figures showing Topeka pays higher rates than cities with public ownership. The Commercial Club backs city ownership, arguing most large cities favor public control.
Y Bamford is urged to accept the colonelcy of the Seventh Regiment of the New Jersey National Guard to succeed Colonel Charles Bamford. Bamford’s retirement to brigadier is likely, with General Plume’s command in fall and General Sewart as successor. Officers favor Bamford’s promotion and seek a stable leadership for the regiment.
New York February 20 H Manti and Kersey now of the Yukon Steamship Company were passengers aboard the Teu.
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