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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 28, 1898
Page
5
Legislative activity advances with several regular bills approved by both houses and awaiting conference, including diplomatic amendments and naval provisions. Key measures pending: post office and military appropriations, fortification and urban plans, and Columbia district matters awaiting committee action and presidential signatu re.
An article touts Murray's Kidnedida as a miracle remedy for all kidney diseases and their complications, claiming it eradicates disease entirely. John Merrow, chemist of Spiriteneit Ghio, is credited as discoverer with exclusive tablet form medicine, promising rapid universal relief.
A large gathering of business leaders pressed for a state appropriation of 10000 to 150000 annually for Johns Hopkins University. Trustees released a financial statement detailing losses from investments in Baltimore and Ohio stock, exchange of holdings for preferred shares, and no dividends since 1896. The report notes annual university costs exceeding 190000 and warns economy has maxed out amid mounting danger to the institution.
Athens reports a widespread patriotic outburst after King George's escape from assassination. Thanksgiving services, demonstrations, and praise for the king and Princess Marla are noted. Ministers and diplomats attended a Te Deum, with crowds forming at the palace. Telegrams of congratulations flood the court from sovereigns worldwide.
Representatives of a Louisville money group plan to buy the St Louis club by tendering for the franchise. Secretary Dreyfus of Leulaville confirms efforts to reorganize the Stub and secure favorable terms, stating willingness to wait for the franchise. The group offers to mend and sew on buttons at no charge.
Topeka residents discuss raising fifty thousand dollars for an auditorium, with the City park as an alternative if funds fall short. The Journal urges rapid subscriptions, notes enthusiasm, and forecasts possible totals up to three hundred seventy five thousand while stressing public meetings to gather support.
Members express confidence in reaching funds for a city auditorium as work focuses on the creamery convention. They note $6,000 in sight and expect donations with attendance driving urgency for hall construction. Special number buttons draw interest, notably No 13, with early applications exceeding supply.
St Louis officials consider advancing funds to the Louise club to cover travel, park, and equipment costs for next season. Report says British allies and other members may aid Von der Ahe despite the franchise dispute. Local authorities pledge sympathy and help while contract obligations loom.
Fifty workers at Chicago Union Loop ticket windows are replaced by men as ordered by Superintendent Nett. Officials say changes aim to improve service, though workers accuse the move of bias and note low pay. A Swedish Congregational conference is held at 622 Polk with officers elected for the year. Many cures attributed to Ayer’s Sarsaparilla are described as miraculous by local reports.
Last November Joseph James of 325 West Pearl Street Indianapolis was near death from quick consumption. His lungs ulcerated and he was kept in opium stupor as his condition worsened. A friend gave Brazilian Balm to ease his cough, the doctor advised continuing it, James abandoned medical care and rapidly recovered. By February he returned to work with sound lungs and greater weight, recovery deemed almost miraculous.
Cens e Osta Bac warns against cough mixtures with opium as deadly to lungs. Braxilian Balm is claimed to be opiate free and to stimulate nerves, kill lung microbes, and restore health. Sold by A. J. Arnold & Son, wholesale agents in Topeka Kansas.
A blackmail plot targets Dr. A. S. Embree pastor of the First Methodist Church of Topeka. Lena Crith a servant died after a claimed criminal operation by a doctor, with her mother and mulatto witness alleging Embree's responsibility. Attorney Welch says Embree paid 200 under protest to stop further public harm.
The text reports a legal case involving Dr Embree amid a support network in Topeka. It notes a husband and wife and a bond issue, plus detailed community notices. It mentions Embree leaving March 16 for Bridgeport to assume pastorate and references multiple local names and events.
Wireman Mums sick. special cargo from Mexico on cat 210 and 216. Parsons partial payments on merchandise. goods available after balance. Hall's Hair Renewer recommended for baldness and grayness. Peerless Steam Laundry ad.
Fragmented OCR reports a discussion of deposits and financial terms with references to February, a total amount around 2.808, and entities such as Kansas, Shawnee, and Garain. The passage shows garbled names and figures, indicating a misread page segment from a currency or banking notice.
Sigmund Kapey, known for defrauding hotels with worthless drafts, was captured in Lovieville Ky. He will be taken to Wheeling West Virginia for trial. Detektive Keuderberger arrived to escort him. Authorities describe Kapey as a major offender with a nationwide scheme. His home is listed as Kansas City.
A cluttered Topeka page advertises rental housing and assorted remedies. It mentions a modern house for rent near Kansas Avenue, seeks details on price and care, and lists multiple misprinted drug and cough remedies with improper branding. It cites Geo W Stansford and Millers Pharmacy as contact points and references Capadura and Mallard’s remedies.
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