Subtle Fluid Life Promises Magnetic Energy and Vital Force
A claim describes a fluid called Liquid Life as possessing dynamic life power. It is said to generate magnetic energy and vital force, claiming to contain the great dynamic power of life.
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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 20, 1904
Page
9
A claim describes a fluid called Liquid Life as possessing dynamic life power. It is said to generate magnetic energy and vital force, claiming to contain the great dynamic power of life.
Dr Wallace Hadley of St Louis showcases a claimed cure restoring life to patients once given up by doctors. He describes extracting constituent elements from various sources to recreate a heart beat and brain activity, citing letters from grateful patients and urging others to write with symptoms for free diagnosis and home treatment.
A report fragments slot machine crusade by Eppes father against gambling in Kansas with Leavenworth mentioned and arrests for counterfeiting. Nearby items note a February wedding in Dinapots, a Knights of Pythias district convention in Wichita, and church calls in Salina. Also referenced are Navy Register updates and a guaranteed cure for piles ad.
A brief report notes Washington's Birthday observances by the Weillington G A B unit in Pavena with family gatherings and local activities. It mentions attendees from Minneapolis and Indianapolis and hints at a community program. A death is recorded: Anna Lambertson died in the city, aged, with note she left two children, Go girl and bor. She was a member of the Methodist church.
Nearly 2000 townsfolk greet the body as McPherson and Lindsborg observe mourning. Post office and courthouse close, streets quiet. Escort from Swedish churches and city officials lead the procession to the Union Depot and on to Bethany Auditorium for the service.
Wichita region data show population, livestock, production, and farm values within a 100 mile radius. The third annual summary by Prof. W H Isely and Secretary G W Smith notes increases over 1904 and 1905 with total farm values and road mileage, to be included in the Government Works fair book.
Wellington businessmen vote to form a mutual fire insurance company to cover city property and nearby areas. The effort aims to counter rising rates from other insurers and extend coverage beyond Wellington. Seeking to unite businesses against rate increases, the plan envisions regional write-ins.
Farmers benumbed by cold or weakened by hunger could hardly move, unable to flee or dodge wagons as they passed through fields, illustrating the harsh conditions and dangers faced in the open water and frosty terrain.
In Montgomery county oil and gas yield is small but a well on William Dunkin's farm, four miles south of Perenne, hit fine coal at 100 feet. The four foot seam extended, but oil prospects failed. Dunkin called the result a blessing in disguise, noting no gas or oil to hinder development.
The article notes Rev H R Voth and the Indiana Quoyawaima are to return to work in Arizona with Welty acting as stenographer. Quoyawaima asks not to have his hair cut, is given a ceremonial outfit, and plans to travel with Miss Freda Voth as his daughter’s condition influences departure possible tomorrow afternoon.
The Idlewild farm, a 360 acre tillable property adjoining Welshouse orchard near Summit, was deeded to a local citizen as a gift from a father’s debt settlement. John Fyaver, formerly occupant, received the deed ten days ago, while Benjamin J. Rose of Cleveland previously owned it. Mrs. Rose’s death spared a possible transfer to Rose, and Stuieo Still remained on the property for years before purchasing a nearby farm and planning to return after J. Greever’s lease ends for further improvements.
Kate Phole and Tilian Stevens were arrested in Wichita Kansas on a murder charge tied to an earlier killing in Bucyrus Ohio. They claim innocence and witness the homicide, saying a rival acted alone. Sheriff extradition delayed by Senator Hanna’s death but guards held them pending papers. Western Rural Carriers: Kansas appointment includes James M. Kincaid and Sarah J. Kincaid.
In Cleveland James J. Corbett former heavyweight champion, now doing vaudeville, was involved in a saloon quarrel with Dartmouth alumnus and football coach Charles A. Boyle. Corbett attempted to deescalate, Boyle attacked, Corbett landed two rapid punches, Boyle dropped to the floor and left the scene without further incident.
Lawrence Kan February 20 Indiana State University Purdue and Notre Dame seek games with Kansas as manager Plank reports Purdue cannot confirm a date. Indiana and Notre Dame may visit Lawrence if Purdue cannot come, potentially strengthening the schedule for Kansas.
Ban Johnson appoints Henry Killilea Charles A. Comiskey and Connie Mack to draft the coming season schedule. They will confer with Barney Dreyfus Ned Hanlon and James A Hart of the National League to avoid conflicts. Johnson also travels to Cincinnati and Washington to discuss Senators ownership and a ruling by Garry Herrmann.
George Gardner defeated Kid Carter before the Milwaukee boxing club in a six round match. The early rounds were even, but Gardner opened a cut near Carter’s eye in the third, Carter answering by tearing Gardner’s left eye. Carter was floored in the fourth, and Gardner won rounds five and six with knockdowns, the final gong ending the sixth as Carter went down.
New York reports workmen dismantling the Guttenberg old betting ring as Mayor Fagan of Jersey City, a stockholder, notes the property may be repurposed. The Guttenberg track long hosted famous horse contests, now land slated for town lots.
The text shows Jimmy objecting to signed articles for a fight with Corbett. He notes the proposed purse split would be 60 percent to Shire and 40 percent to Britt, implying Corbett would not face trouble regardless of outcome. He concedes Corbett has the better of the arrangement and reflects on wanting the bout enough to agree despite concerns.
The Indian football players at Haskell Institute face a stalled athletics program as a vacant manager role delays coaching hires. Coach Hernstein’s return is uncertain, and options include merging manager and coach duties or seeking Kennedy or other candidates as Lawrence discussions intensify.
The text notes one or two pitchers may join from the Chicago American League team. If Comiskey parts with one pitcher, Cantillon will obtain the other from another major club. With the newly signed pitchers, the Brewers are expected to be in better shape than anticipated.
Race notes from Oakland and Chicago on February 20 report close finishes at Oakland with Ananien a 20 to 1 shot leading most of the six furlongs until Dalnty driven by Martin surged to win by a nose over Mellody who defeated Sieloff. In Chicago Hilly Mellody of Boston knocked out Otto Sieloff in the fourth round of a six round bout, as promotional letters cite a Dr King New Discovery testimonial from Melbourne, Fin.
A scrambled advertisement lists rail rates from the Rock Island and Frisco systems to California Oregon Washington Montana Utah and Texas routes. It notes March 1 and March 15 sale fares from Kansas City with one way and round trip prices and directs readers to contact ticket agents or write to C. P. Lovrien in Kansas City Missouri. An unrelated cure advertisement for a topical ointment at 60 cents appears, followed by a plug for State Journal readership.
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