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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 16, 1899

Page

5

Under the Red Rove ends in Wichita misadventure

Rickelieu was killed in a costume made of a turkey red tablecloth during the Wichita showing of Under the Red Rove. The company faced a bothersome mishap when baggage was mischecked, leaving trunks behind at Leavenworth except for a few items carried by performers.

Wichita Leavenworth Pany Wichitae Mand Wiliam Morris Louie XII France George Washim Richelieu Wes Mr. Morris McGlynn

Nervous dyspepsia and a cure claim in ads

The piece discusses nervous dyspepsia as a broad organ problem, not just stomach pain, citing heart, kidneys, and bowels effects. It promotes Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for various symptoms and urges readers to request a health book from F. A. Stuart Co, Marshall Michigan.

Henry W. Becker A. M. Joss Stuart F. A. Stuart Co Marshall, Mich St. Louis Mission Board The German Methodist Church Harter Rt Commission Ibilc Bt. Louis District Conference of Stewards ME. Church Epworth League Redef My Brother Heart Vitary Fo

Bicycles Wanted In China Market for American Machines

Washington reports Consul Wildman from Hong Kong saying China offers a strong market for low grade, low priced bicycles. He notes Chinese buyers prefer affordable bikes with basic fittings, and freight costs from New York could still yield profit. The market has grown since the Mantia occupation boosted bicycle trade, with high grade machines currently selling at 185 Mexican Money in some areas.

China Washington Wildman Hong Kong America New York Good & Ma Mantia Ee Ee Ee al Beer

Elkhorn Railroad Seeks Wyoming Route Extension

General Manager Bidwell and Elkhorn officers traveled across central Wyoming along a surveyed line beyond the current terminus. The trip, in January, sparked rumors of an extension next season as the line seeks new central Wyoming traffic and profitability despite limited freight and no pleasure trips.

Bidwell Wyoming Casper Wio Elkhorn Wyoring

Dreyfus Case Draws German and French Officials

Paris reports Count Von Munster German ambassador summoned to Berlin to confer with Baron Von Bulow over the Dreyfus affair. Gen Mercier says in 1898 he knew nothing of Esterhazy or his links to Col Sandherr and asserts Dreyfus lied about supplying documents to a foreign power. He claims the dossier contained items compromising France Germany and Italy.

Paris The Solr Count von Munster Berlin Baron von Bulow Germany Dreyfus Gen. Mercier Sair Comte Ferdinand Esterhagy Col Sandherr Droyfus Re Furs Gulu France Italy

Rich in gold from Los Pintos mines sparks Pasadena sensation

Pasadena residents and investors in New York Chicago and Philadelphia own Los Pintos mines in Sonora Mexico. A fresh bullion shipment arrived as J D Thomson headed back with more crews and gear. The mines lie ten miles from the Gulf of Mexico and a two day desert trek from Glia Bend. A mule railroad plan to access water transport was proposed and Mexican permission granted for a twenty stamp mill across the border.

Los Pintos Pasadena Cal Sonora Mexico New York Chicago Philadelphia J. D. Thomson Gulf of Mexico Glia Bend Gulf

Brooke's Bad Move In Cuba Scares Santiago Commerce

A Jan dispatch from Santiago de Cuba recalls the transfer order for weekly customs receipts to Havana. The move sparked a storm as merchants paused consignments and papers issued extras while locals feared a return to old Spanish conditions. A later Havana cable reversed the policy, saying funds stay local but disbursements require warrants from the division commander.

Cuba Associated Press Santiago de Cuba Havana Chamber of Commerce Santiago War Department Matansas Matanzas Cardenas Manzanillo Guattanamo Puerto Principe Neuvitan Santa Cruz del Sur Santa Clara Cientueges Batabana Pinar del Fifo Castile Bacart Washington Gen. Wood Marina Street Oater Ines

Quarterly Meeting of Missionary Union in City Churches

The quarterly meeting of the Missionary Union of six Presbyterian societies will be held at First Presbyterian Church on Friday January 20 at 10 a.m. The program includes devotions, minutes, praise meeting discussion, church membership obligations to missions, missionary letters, officers’ election, greetings to auxiliaries, notes on Jews and Homeward See Oakland and Bethel, reminiscences of early Christine work in Topeka, and women’s clubs and missionary society reports.

Missionary Union Presbyterian Societies First Presbyterian Church Flintham J. F. Senour Westminster Church A. m J. HO Worthington Mra Eyden Mra. Sliver Presb Yyterial Oakland Bethel A. Anderson Christine Topeke

Quick time to Havana cut by three hours on new service

A noon start from Jersey City on the Pennsylvania railroad and Plant system will trim Havana travel time by three hours. The New York and Florida special begins today and will still connect ships at Tampa, though departing three hours later. The Olivette, rebuilt after wartime service and sunk at Bermuda, will resume Tarpa-Hayooa service.

New York Jersey City Pennsylvania Railroad Havana Tampa Olivette Wer Bermuda Philadelphia

Mor moniem sermon stirs crowd in Arkansas City meeting

At the First Baptist church in Arkansas City a large audience gathered for a sermon by the local pastor. A closing resolution, introduced by Congressman Hideels, pledged to oppose the seating of Roberts as Utah's new member, leveraging all influence against him. The item closes with an advertisement for Quick good work from American Steam Laundry, 112 West Seventh Street.

Utah Arkansas City First Baptist Church Tita Hideels Roberts American Steam Laundry West Seventh Street

Real estate transfers filed for record in city listing multiple lot deals

The notice lists transfers with names such as DeGragt DeGraff Hoor Payton Thomas council and Connolly Dawson Hunt Cran Holliday Morris Hand Motter and others. It specifies parcels including Oakland Avenue 223 427 433 street Lincoln Street Monroe Street and 33-10-16 and mentions monetary amounts from 1 to 3500 dollars.

No. DeGragt Frances DeGraff W. Hoor AL Payton Ayenus Metsker Thomas Council Oakland Avenue J. W. Morris RL Connelly A. Dawson J. H. Hunt Wits A.v.ene Ryan Holliday Henry Eshe H. C. Cran Morris BH. Hunt Albert Wallin Quincy Street Mort Moore John Hand Snd Coat Monroe Street FN. Whitaker St al Cook Lewis M. Motter Lincoln Street Throup

A Good Night's Work By Saturday Night Raids

Police raids on a gambling joint by Lon Townsend on Kansas Avenue yielded cash profits. W M Miller, bartender, was arrested with beer, whisky and glasses. Pleas from proprietors and patrons led to fines and forfeitures totaling cash for the police department.

Donovan, Pavey

Carlines for Sale as Spain Seeks Islands

Madrid authorities plan to sell the Marianne Ludrones Caroline and Pelew islands after advice from General Rios that a sizable force and naval units are needed. The government will ask La Reforma authority to authorize the sale to defend the weak defense posture.

Madrid Cortes la Reforma Marianne Ludrones Caroline Pelew Islands Spain Thort Rios

Emperor William Opens Prussian Diet in Speech

Berlin January reports the Prussian diet opened with a throne speech by Emperor William stating a favorable financial situation and stable foundations for political and national life. He expressed confidence about the future and announced measures to extend state railroads and the Dortmund Ems canal to the Elbe.

William Berlin Dortmund-Ems Elbe

Snake Indians identity claimed by Sapulpa visitor

J L Andrews of Sapulpa says a new African race found by Englishman Albert Lloyd matches the Snake Indians in the Creek nation. He notes about 100 Snake Indians live in caves and claims this proves their pure-blood status. In Waco Texas the Arlington hotel and sanitarium burned, about $60,000 loss, $29,000 insured. occupants escaped.

Wichita Kan J. L. Andrews Sapulpa Africa Albert Lloyd Waco Tex Arlington Marlin Falls County

Grimes Bond Approved After Lengthy Canvassing

The executive council finished canvassing Treasurer Grimes's bond, voting unanimously to approve it after a long Saturday session. The bond specifies a low amount of 10 and a higher amount of 334.00, with BOP. Atchison official signed the bond for the higher sum. Heavy Gold Strike northern Colorado Springs Isabella Gold Mining Co. recently uncovered ore worth 1,000 per ton in a 97 ton shipment, triggering a market surge as Isabella stock leapt from .37 to .34 and over 300,000 shares traded amid secrecy and speculation. Your linen left spotless, American Steam Laundry, 12 West Seventh Telephone 241.

Grimes Executive Council Wa Ee Atchison Counel Tity Colorado Springs Isabella Gold Mining Company Isabella American Steam Laundry West Seventh

Cured by Cuticura for three eczema afflicted children

Annie Ring reports her three children suffered eczema for twenty months, with faces raw and painful. After trying doctors, the ChocH a remedy gave relief in each case. Following fourteen days of Cuticura Soap and Cuticura Ointment treatment, the worst case was cured.

Mas Annie Ring Sesr Ana Seaton

Twenty third annual Kansas Historical Society meeting opens

The twenty third annual Kansas State Historical Society meeting opens tomorrow with an afternoon session in Library hall and an evening session in Representative hall, both open to the public. The program includes reports, papers on vital statistics, local histories, and a reading of papers by various speakers, followed by adjournment and election of officers for the next year.

Kansas State Historical Society Library Representative Hall Acentor Txows Gaunt Rogard Ouner John Gsipraes States Society Browers Donnefsey Wyandotte A ‘Williston State Univers

Battle Over Interstate Agreement Looms For Miners And Operators

Itteburg January 16 The week features a clash between oval operators and United Mine Workers over the Interstate agreement. Operators from Louis and Blinds are present and representatives from interested states arrive. The joint convention may be postponed if miners delay. Operators oppose mining price increases and resist wage hikes, while miners demand higher wages and an eight hour day. Some districts report mine capacity near limit and labor shortages. Michigan iron ore operators recruit cost diggers to work Illinois coal mines. A potential large scale strike is hinted if demands are unmet. Religious note and a humorous exchange appear in the Cincinnati Enquirer. Laundry services advertise kept colors for washed shirts and waists.

Itteburg United Mine Workers Louis Blinds Michigan Iron Ort Ltinois Wallace Deacon Goodwin Cincinnati Enquirer

Rumor on Receivership Of M, K, T Road Questions Fray

General Manager J J Fray of the Santa Fe was noncommittal about a rumor that the Missouri Kansas & Texas line would appoint a receiver. He said he would not discuss resigning or confirming such reports and declined further comment after returning from a 15 day inspection trip.

J. J. Fray Fanta Fr Missouri, Kansas & Texas Road Pres Brey T. Pond Prey The Santa Fe

Ohio River Booming From Heavy Rainfall

Rain and thunderstorms swamp the Ohio River watershed with rapid rises in most tributaries. Observations from Cincinnati to Marietta indicate high water levels, with the Wabash and several tributaries near or at bank full. The greatest surge may occur below the Wabash mouth as flood risk intensifies.

Cincinnati Jan. Mi Chloe River OL City Tee Bessee Ohio Marietta Parkersburg Gallipelin Scioto Obin

Corn Kernel Fatality Sparks Chilliothe Tragic Death

Jan 16 near Chilli cothe Peoria Illinois a nine year old boy John Horn choked on a corn kernel while playing at a grain crib his death occurred before aid could help. Also reported Boutelle’s father Louis Henry Benteller died in Illinois from heart trouble after a ten day illness. Funeral services arranged in Neild city with interment in Evanston tomorrow.

Chillinothe Peoria John Horn Chilli~cothe Boutelle Washington Jan. M Louis Henry Benteller Tilinois Punervl Evanston

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