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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 28, 1898

Page

2

Pyramid Pile Cure Promises Cures Across States

Advertisements claim Pyramid Pills cure piles and related ailments. Letters from users in Vermont Texas Virginia and Michigan praise relief and urge readers to buy the remedy at drug stores for 30 cents a package with instructions on cause and cure.

Tavariunty Marshall Mich Drugeists M. A. Wilson Tama D. Edgerton Atty Ma Coited Wil Westleyings

Ex Presidential Candidate Bryan to Speak in Birmingham

John W Tomlinson of Alabama reports W. J. Bryan will visit the South next week and speak in Birmingham on Wednesday night with possible additional Alabama talks. The trip aims to spur Democratic activity and reaffirm Chicago Platform support at the April state convention.

Birmingham Ala John W Tomlinson Alabam Gky W. J. Bryan Bryan Alabama Chicago

Largest Ever Cargo of Tea Brought by Sailing Vessel to New York

The Hewasian steel ship Helen Brewer from Shanghai arrived with more than 35 000 packages of tea, the largest single Shanghai tea cargo ever brought by a sailing vessel. The consignment was sent to WW J Butterfield. Tickets advertised for January to March voyages via Union Pacific.

New York Hewasian Helen Brewer Th. Mabany Shanghai J. Butterfield

Two Valiant Lovers Joined Navy Before Maine Disaster

In Havana February 21 reports say Americans and Spaniards view the Maine inquiry as superficial. Two Brooklyn youths, John E. Fox and John Kelly, left home years ago after quarrels and planned double weddings. They enlisted under assumed names, sent letters, then vanished and never heard from again amid Maine catastrophe coverage.

Havana Maine Bach Navy John E. Fox Walworth Street Brooklyn Pulton Market Young Fox Bliss Jennie Moore Myrte Avenue John Kelly Sanford Street Miss Little McShane Spencer Street Fox James Pax Kelly

SINGERLY DEAD AFTER Coughing Fit and Smoking

Philadelphia reports William M. Singerly died at 1701 Locust Street from heart disease after a ten day cold. He was at home yesterday when a violent coughing spell struck, and he collapsed and died in his bedroom with his granddaughter Mabel Singer Meredith and two servants present. Son-in-law James S. McCartney had just left.

Philadelphia William M. Singerly Locust Street Singerly Mie Mies Mabel Singly Meredith James &. McCartney Goa Europe Sillam MM. Singerly Record Publishing Company Chestnut Street Na Yon Bank Chestnut Street, Savings Fund and Trust Company Singerly Pulp and Pauper Mill Fairmount Park Commission Philadelphia Commercial Museum Thin City Bis Chicago Joseph Singerly Williams Germantown Record Patson Chestnut Street National Bank Pattison Pennsylvania Chestnut Street Trust and Savings Fund Company Singecly Gwsnedd Montgomery County Elkton Ceed County General Hastings Palmer and Buckner Delaware Maryland Pennsylvanies Bankers’ Association Singerty Trust Company Messrs Earle and Cook Siegerty Stien Peek Bank

The New Battle StiP Kentucky

Fragmented report on naval tensions and the Maine disaster. mentions court of inquiry, Spanish attitudes, and possible U S financial strain if war with Spain occurs. includes notes on Proctor, Mulhern, and sailors’ double wedding plans amid wreckage aftermath.

Naval Reserves Ready in Quincy Company Six Hours Notice

Lieutenant Moore leads the Quincy Illinois naval reserves unit with orders to alert members to report within six hours. The command comes from Lieutenant Commander Porter of Moline as chief of the battalion. The unit is large and prepared to respond promptly to any call for services.

Quincy Ill Moorehead Quincy Company of Naval Reserves Porter Moline

New York Woman Dies After Foot Injury From Shoe

Ann McTague of 22nd Street New York dies after a minor foot wound caused by a new pair of shoes leads to infection and a heart rupture. Her husband, a Philadelphia publisher and banker, had faced financial collapse and health issues linked to smoking. She was touring Europe.

New York Ann McTague Ervélpelus Mra

Croker's Trip Abroad Rumor Hits New York

Reports say Richard Croker may travel to England for a short stay abroad to support the fall campaign and oversee horses. officials deny definite plans and insiders doubt he will spend the summer overseas, with some expecting him to remain in New York except for brief absences during Mayor Van Wyck's term.

New York Richard Croker Democratic Javal Croker Ural Tammany Hall Atten Porinds van Yek

Homeseekers Excursion Fare Notice

One fare for the round trip plus two dollars on Tuesday March 1 via the Santa Fe Route for tickets to Arkansas Oklahoma and Texas regions. Apply to an agent for details and stopover terms.

Union Pacific Pinta Missouri Arkansas Oklahoma Texas Louisiana New Mexico Pishaum Ney Ya Law City Santa Fe Arizona Indian Territory New Diesel Agent Santa Fe

Dr Miles Nervine Promises Relief From La Grippe Nerves

A testimonial advertisement claims La Grippe damages nerves, causing delirium and dizziness. Dr Miles Restorative Nervine is advertised to quiet nerves, restore sleep, improve digestion and appetite, and repel attacks in nine of ten cases. A Delta Ohio reader says it helped with nervousness and dizziness after La Grippe and credits the remedy with lasting health gains.

Miles Wallace Trollridge Delta Ohio Milex Milles Beneft Tmeney Batk

Detroit Coney Island Planned Eight Miles From City

Detroit based investors finalize a plan to create a Coney Island style complex eight miles from Detroit on the river. George Dobey of Glencoe Ontario purchases land for 700000 with aim to rival Chicago's famed resort, seeking a compact world fair and multiple attractions ready by Chicago fire anniversary. The project includes a hotel and transfer deed already recorded, with lease talks under way.

Chicago Seb Mort Detroit George Dobey Glencor Ont Coney Island Dobey

Alba Heywood Shot at Longview Opera House Tragedy

Impersonator Alba Heywood and Opera House manager Pegus were shot during a disturbance over free admission for Heywood’s family. Heywood fired, Pegus died, Heywood was wounded and died after at the scene. gunfire echoed as patrons fled and the crowd dispersed.

Longview Tex Alba Heywood PB. ‘T. Pegus Pertures Fats Heywood Pegia Urree Bille Pegus Teywool Py- Ta

Landlords and rent talk riles Washington boarding house talk

In a cloak room discussion Congressmen debated housing costs. One tale from a well known congressman described finding a furnished home here and being quoted 34.50 per year for rent, prompting the humorous remark about what to do with the rest of his salary.

Red Steaenty Washington Hongekeepers

National Art Club planned to unite American artists

New York February 25 A group of art enthusiasts aims to form a national association linking art societies across the country. The plan includes a New York clubhouse with mixed resident and non resident members, a public gallery, and a monthly periodical to inform members about art news in America and Europe.

New York Tomaintain America Europe National Art Club New Tion

Salmon possession rules clarify Columbia river season

Washington state law experts state that salmon in possession is allowed outside the Columbia river area during the short closed season, provided the fish were not taken from the Columbia or its tributaries. Attorney General Winston forwards the opinion, noting the law targets only salmon from the Columbia system and not fish held elsewhere.

Columbian River Wash Deslers Eason Calmon Columbia Tiver Frank G Downey Fina Wineston Deas Sire Faun Ballinger Augusta Columbia River H. Winston

Sailors wages rise as shipowners grant five percent advance

Wages for sailors assigned by the Shipowners' Association increase by five percent across most categories. The rise reflects better charter earnings, not fear of labor shortages. Rates for vessels sailing to Australia Europe South America and other regions maintain the same base figures, with exceptions noted for certain routes and vessel types.

Tacoma Australis Europe America Bar Harterrs Pacific States Alaska British Columbia Pacite Brithes Colombia

Zuni Indians Indicted for Torture Allegations

Valencia county grand jury indicts Synche Hatoti Natatialua and three others of the Zuni Society of Priests for torturing Mauroir, an elderly Zuni woman, to extract a confession of witchcraft. The torture occurred at the Zuni Pueblos, with witnesses describing violent coercion and injuries. Trial set for the next term of Valencia County court. Grippe cured by Brazilian Balm, praised by Edwin Fitz Jones of Cincinnati. testimonial appears alongside notice from A J Arnold & Son.

Albuquerque N.af Valencia Tie Denecte Princi Pal County Grippe E. F. Budige Crippe Bishop Wiles Edwin Fitz Jones Cincinnati Ohio A. J. Arnold & Son Topeka Kan

Control of the Orinoco Concession To Anglo American Syndicate

A New York Herald dispatch reports a valuable concession granted to an Anglo American syndicate led by Morgan Olcott of New York. The deal covers timber lands, immigrant settlement, and monopoly over upper river navigation from Ciudad Bolivar to Trinklad Island, with donors aiming to extend influence into adjacent Colombian and Venezuelan Amazon territories.

New York The Herald Carcassus Morgan Olcott Ciudad Haven Tod Trinklad Island Toon Wie Oriasco Wil Mann & Monopay Sisn Amazon Havallus University of Essath Puty Areed and Sutherlagadandor Fhiw Orritory

Inventor Chiefes Fireframe for Rapid Electric Fire Hoses

Barrett and Ball of Indianapolis unveil a new electric fire frame device to throw water streams from multiple nipples attached to a rotary pump. The system mounts to a reservoir and uses a motor driven by electric power with adaptable wire reels for rapid deployment across a city.

Indianapolis Barrett John Ball Ee Raye Adianipelle Tv

Pingree’s Address at Michigan Sub Banquet

Lansing February 23 Gov Pingree urged equal and partial treatment for individuals reduction of railroad rates and fares and other indirect taxes to fit changing values He warned against trusts pools and trade violations and blamed party leaders for legislative inaction He said party harmony requires aligning with public demands or risk Republican decline.

Lansing Mich Pingree Feder Republican Party

Largest coffee shipment arrives on Lamport steamer Canning

The Lamport and Holtling steamer Canning, Capt. H mond, arrived from Haitian ports bringing the largest cargo of coffee yet to this port. She carried 85,055 sacks and also 4,000 hides, 2 cases of rubber, and 200 tons of machinery.

Reson New York Fey Lamport & Holtling Humond Ha Ztian

Fruit Belt of the Ozarks Attracts Attention in South Missouri

A description praises Ozark scenery and the fruit belt from the southern sun area. The note targets fruit growers and farmers, offering a farming home seeker a chance to mail for a farm and a home. Address J B Lockwood Kansas.

Ozarks Miesouri America J. BE. Lockwood Kansas

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