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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1900
Page
4
A garbled reminiscence of a Topeka State Journal page lists names, places, and events including Paseo Kanate, Chicago office, and a July 4 reference. The passage also references Democratic committee discussions, tariff debates, and trust receiverships with scattered details on policy stances and party leadership.
The passage portrays partisan maneuvering to push free trade with Puerto Rico, with Mukinley’s position and congressional reaction. It notes a proposed schedule reform, tax on trade with territories, and attempts to reach a compromise between full tariff and none, amid opposition from leaders and minority voices in Congress.
The passage hints a debate over reducing the tariff rate and its impact on commerce including relations with the Philippines. It suggests a burden on trade if implemented and hints at eventual pressure on tobacco interests and broader economic policy.
A fragment from the Archivon Globed offers moral warning about deceitful agents and social roles. It cautions against late suppers and excessive self-indulgence, notes calls for women and men to manage appearances, and recalls past issues where traveling salesmen harmed towns like Atchison. The piece urges readers to avoid trusting agents who profit from others.
A satirical piece from the Chicago Way Company ponders love war and wealth with aphorisms. It jokes that men chase risk and gold, while women alternate between love and indifference, offering social commentary on money, trust, and marriage through short maxims.
A Browning Society debate derides modern war verse with Marie Corelli’s piece Patriotism or Self-Advertisement criticizing Rudyard Kipling for branding soldiers as Absent-Minded. The critique laments the poet’s recent output and urges Kipling to craft a true epic rather than trivial lyrics.
Mrs Langtry attends communion at St Mark's Episcopal Church in Philadelphia causing talk of a stage retreat and charitable work. The actress denies plans to leave the stage, saying her heart remains with charitable efforts and she may perform The Absent-Minded Beggar to raise funds.
New York report from February 25 details a Maine born initiative by Edward Bellamy followers to form the Industrial Brotherhood. If 1,000,000 men join and land contribute, a vast cooperative trust would arise, with headquarters in Thomaston Maine and branches nationwide, as outlined in the paper Humanity.
A new catarrh remedy named Stuart's Catarrh Tablets is praised for curing nasal throat bronchial and stomach catarrh. The tablets combine several antiseptic ingredients and are sold for 50 cents with claimed internal action on the blood to eradicate the disease.
In a tense Paris scene Count Boni de Castellane and allies speak against attack by Drexipsard organs and Le Figaro editor. The marquis challenges De Rodays while the editor remains defiant, inviting a duel to defend family honor. A Detroit blaze damages buildings in the Woodward shipping district, with losses from Marr Taylor and Darwins clothing emporium.
An advertisement touts Dr Holtins Kidney Tablets as the best verdict of tens of thousands. It warns against inferior substitutes and stresses authentic gen tina, sold in two package units. The copy lists multiple druggists and addresses in various cities.
The House committee on commerce moved the Pacific cable bill toward final form, adding an American manufacture requirement and tying ships to the American flag. The plan sets completion targets with Honolulu by January 1, 1904 and Manila and Japan by July 1, 1903, with a later deadline for the overall line.
Last night the council reviewed a report on Adams Street between Crane and Thornton Street. The streets and walks committee recommended against opening the street or granting damages to Mrs Hicks, while noting Santa Fe tracks on Adams Street and railroad franchise responsibilities. Councilman Chaney criticized the reporting method, stressing ward property interests.
A barber, J S Pattison, runs a shop in the front room while a back door quarantine is in force. Neighbors say Pattison has a malignant form, yet the health board warns only with a sign at the rear alley. The public still enters and leaves the barber shop despite the alert.
Charles Ingersoll was arrested in Iola Kansas after a week with Me-Cisty. He allegedly plotted escape and admitted intent to flee to Peru, South America. A $200 reward was offered for his capture as the plot involved a band and a ghroute.
Frantorr Ky hosts a heated political stand off between factions over government recognition and ongoing dispute. Demonstrations, theater acts, and a glass blowing exhibition draw crowds as Backman’s Glass Blowers open a grand show at 55 Kate's Avenue with a 10 cent admission.
In London Feb a report states the Congo Free State will face a judicial inquiry over charges of outrages including demands for tributes from Ne, the king of the Belgians was informed and inquiry proceeds. Chamberlain suggested Foreign Office referral while Ambassador Chont awaits State Department instructions for further representations.
Governor Stanley convened with ex Attorney General Dawes Tom Fenioun and AG Godard in the executive office to explain why the Klondike remains open. He questions the nearly $1600 spent on suppression and demands to know what the state gains from the expenditure.
Officers search for Simon Greongpan amid claims of repeated insanity trials. The man, described as peculiar, allegedly proposed schemes to gain wealth including painting cancer cure ads and targeting a Santa Fe depot. Aimed at securing money from a supposed millennial brain-rich scheme by a yellowed “serium” figure.
The Souza concert at Crawford theatre Saturday offers a highly enjoyable program by the famed bandmaster. Extra selections and encores are promised including imperial overture and various solos by Arthur Pryor, with operatic and classical pieces from Puccini, Brahms, and other composers.
An attorney for the Ventela estate filed a $400000 claim against the United States government under the treaty of peace for damages from the Cuban insurrection. Heirs named include Conception Teergo Venvol, Alice Venecia de Estava, Arthur Veneris, Amzoline Venecia, and Matilda Venecia, all Brooklyn residents.
Editor Dudley Warner notes and critics praise the book The Story of a Country Town as a genuine American work. Quotes from Howells Saturday Review and Ediburgh Review praise its portrayal of western civilization and backcountry life with intensity.
The notice states no price advance for Tusame JaveraL in March and that the paper will be mailed to subscribers in the United States at the regular mail rate of 30 cents.
A young man from Dover named Edward Drake was killed yesterday in Colorado near Wagon Grant when struck by a Santa Fe train. Drake had gone to Colorado about a year ago to work on a ranch and was known in the county for his activities and character.
Fragmented OCR reveals a legal dispute involving an advocate and a farmer company. The article mentions printing bills, a trustee, and cooperation with a printer who furnished the paper and printed the advertisement. Details are unclear due to degraded text.
An obituary notes John Jones died recently and lay in state with burial arrangements to follow. The service was conducted at Assumption Church with family and friends offering condolences and prayers for the deceased.
Olga Nethertale appeared in the Centre court as the examination resumed into whether Sappho in an immoral play. Hamilton Reinlieber led man Marcus Mayer her manager and Abe Hummel their storyye. Witnesses included Mrs Alius Hetwles and other attendees from the Society for the dy of Other Witness subpoenaed to sagity Bt the hearing were Mra dull burger and Mra M Harrie of te falta Taaceuay Tale la talking of the 64 a Br. Elaise of the church among several dramatic critics.
A historical article notes an typographical error in the refunding entry for Kelly Foote & Co. The misprint read E56,Q0R.00 and was corrected in later text. The piece discusses the correction of names KG and WG Kelly and mentions a fire incident connected to the firm.
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