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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 21, 1899
Page
2
A garbled era advertorial fragment references a Medical Adviser and Dr Pierce, mentioning women, surgeons, and a hallucinatory array of terms. It hints at a sales pitch for health products and stamps, with scattered phrases about care, senses, and a final address citation.
Washington reports the Philippines offer a large market for cotton goods, with imports mainly manufactured items. US exports to Manila include hemp sugar tobacco and coffee, while Manila hemp and sugar are leading exports. The article notes the potential for expanding US cotton mill sales and calls for keeping Philippines trade favorable to the United States.
The senate accepted from Dr Octavine A White a gift of three famous historical paintings honoring his father artist John Blake White. The works depict Marion ja vki ne a British officer at his dinner, the Rescue of American prisoners from Writing, and Mrs Moite presenting to Gen Morgan and Light Horse Harry Led the Fire Arrows.
Dr T D Crowther of Hartford described psychical palsy as a state of mind making wrongdoing seem rational yet uncontrollable. He cited Rear Admiral Schley’s May 2 actions as an example. The debate touched on sex in crime, capital punishment, and moral responsibility with Mrs Ta Trafford Bell and Mrs Marthe Pines among those speaking. Dr J Mount Glover noted he opposed capital punishment though not for evading punishment by women.
Judge Neilan decides Waldvogel v Grand Lodge A D U W in a nationwide case. Waldvogel, a Wilhelm member in Hamilton, paid 2000 life insurance dues then opened a prohibited saloon. He sued to recover 200.50, court finds policy benefits were earned only up to cancellation, ruling for defendants and dismissing at plaintiff's cost.
The palate barely notices Scott's Emulsion of Cod liver oil as it strengthens the stomach and improves cheek color. It warms, soothes, and invigorates, masking the medicine's odious taste while delivering health by surprise.
The article defines death by own action as suicide caused by self-inflicted strain from life or neglect of health. It cites kidney failure as a common modern cause, urges self care, and promotes Warner's Safe Cure with a lengthy testimonial from Charles Jacobs of Wayland Massachusetts detailing kidney trouble and perceived cure by the product.
A prank ad offering chorus girls and natural history specimens drew a swarm of talent seekers to Chicago’s County building. John V Kopf, a county bookkeeper, grew pale as crowds arrived including touring road show girls and men with curios. He blamed the private secretary to the president of the board of county commissioners as visitors pressed for more attractions.
Madrid discourse centers on Cuba surrender and the generals blamed for Santiago. Count d Almenas accuses Primo Rivera and Blanco amid tumult. Sagasta defends policy as parliament adjourns after complaints of war mismanagement. Also note a local drug ad from Saint Francis town column offering Regan's Rheumatism Remedy at $1 per bottle.
Colonel Andrew J. Smith, veteran administrator of three National Soldiers homes, is in Washington seeking a paymastership or similar post. Despite past investigations and an attempted dynamite attack at his residence, supporters praise his discipline and efforts to reform Leavenworth and Santa Monica branches, while Congress considers reorganizing offices for veteran homes.
New York court heard Miss Busby sue Miss Jane Hueby and Miss Parrell dressmakers for $121 for two costumes that tore apart on stage. Irwin testified the pink gown split at the back after one performance, while Busby claimed $84. Judge Struchman oversaw the hearing and noted the mental anguish claimed by the plaintiff.
A garbled passage records an unclear sequence involving a woman described as being coerced or compelled to leave. The text hints at a sexual or intimate context, with disorderly wording suggesting memory distortion and uncertainty about consent. Names and locations are not recoverable from the fragment.
Claiming rapid relief in six hours, an advertised cure for kidney and bladder ailments promises immediate pain relief and relief from retention. Offered by Geo. W. Stansfield and Sim Drag Co in Topeka Kansas, with additional consumer product mentions and guaranteed quality at local grocers.
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