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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 18, 1902

Page

15

Woman Finds Sudden Aid From Dr Williams Pink Pills

Mrs Knowles of 16 North Street Freeland Missouri describes years of rheumatism pain and stiffness. After reading an advertisement she tried Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People and reports full relief within two months. The claim notes cures for paralysis and various ailments, urging purchase from dealers or direct mail order.

Fortune Knowles George B. Knowles North Street Fretland Dr Williams Kanwics Marshall Purringtom Portland Maurest City Willams Deslers Williams

Topeka Headlines Mix Local Sports and Court News

Local notes report a theater troupe in town and a bridge opening over Sardou Avenue. Crime, court actions, and public notices surface alongside wheat moisture concerns and plans for a Sangerfest gathering in May.

Stuart's Catarrh Tablets Claim Cure For All Ages

Advertised remedy Stuart's Catarrh Tablets is promoted as a universal cure for catarrh, claiming to be cocaine free and safe for children. Testimonials from Jerome Vennoeling and others allege relief from nasal and throat symptoms, with endorsers describing dramatic improvements and long-term comfort after using the tablets.

Stuart United States Aiaf Canada Covington Ieee Marshall, Mic

Local Political Shuffle and City Notes From Wichita

Friends mention T. S. Kirkpatrick as a candidate for minister to France while Dennis Hope retires from Fifth ward council race. Samuel Howe and John G. Hewitt remain contenders. Burton & Burton pull their exhibit booth as a silver statue and Eagie’s display occupy the space. A tobacco fumes removal trims Burton milk exhibit. Arthur Capper praises Wichita’s municipal park claims, forgetting Chesney and Central parks. Locomotive center plate break halts Santa Fe turntable work. Capital Iron Works to forge a new plate. Ex-Tudes J Eldridge selling a Christ book. Abbey Press titles mix patriotism and temperance humor. Carrie Nation feud resurfaces via David Nation letter rebuttal in Medicine Space paper.

T. S. Kirkpatrick France Dennis Hope Hope Samuel T. Howe John G. Hewitt Burton & Burton Arthur Capper Wichita 3Ir Capper Capyer Chesney Park Central Park Gage's Park Topeka Santa Fe Roundhouse Ron J. Eldridge Abbey Press New York Katurah Brown David Nation Carrie Mra. Nation David Carrie Nation

Grape-Nuts credited with family health revival

A Hibbing Minnesota young woman recounts typhoid recovery aided by Grape-Nuts Breakfast Food. She notes rapid weight gain, improved appetite in her brothers, and reduced bread and meat for dinner after adopting the cereal with cream and fruit. She asks Postum Co to refrain from publishing her name.

Hibbing Minn Ellie Besith Pixase Postum Co Bate Creek Mick

Missing Topeka Bartender Sought By Wife In Kansas City

Mrs FLA Montroy of Topeka appealed to Officer Greenman in Kansas City seeking help locating her husband who came two weeks ago for work and has left no trace. Her letters remain unanswered and she fears foul play after finding his mail uncollected at the post office.

Kansas City Fla. Montroy Topeka Itu Mane Greenman Mountroy Montroy

Crum Named U S Marshal Amid Washington Lobbying

Governor Stanley influenced the Crum appointment, traveling to Washington and presenting endorsements before the president announced the choice. Senator Burton and supporters deny opposition, while Crum earns backing from Major Hood and longtime ally Crum. Crum will place deputies Frank Plenniken Don F Willits Frank McGrath Charles Biddle and C J Drew in Topeka Wichita and Fort Scott divisions.

I. 5 Crum United States Stanley Washington Barton Burton Bnt Hin Emporia Gazette Stasley Jack Kansas Senate Major Hood Grimes Topeka

Reaches Supreme Court Over Salina Firm Dividend Claims

The Lee Mercantile Company of Salina faces a Supreme Court appeal after Saline County District Court ruled for the defendant in a stockholder dispute. J. Hughes, once treasurer and longtime holder of stock, accuses officers of excessive salaries and improper withdrawals while dividends lag. He seeks an accounting and receivership, contending the company increased capital from 100000 to 250000 with undivided profits of 160000 at the suit’s start. Lawyers include J Dean US district attorney and John D Misikin, with representation for the Lee company by ex Speaker J J Osborn and others.

J. Hughes Lea B.D. Lee Mercantile Company Salina Supreme Court Salina County W. J. Hughes Hughie Aglees Hughes Lee Company Anding & Market District Court of Saline County Tigher J. Dean United States District Attorney John D. Misikin McPherson David Ritekie Mr Bean J. Osborn TL. Bond Wilson & Wilson Sultun Judige Garver Topeka

Plentiful Willing to Fight in Transvaal War

Captain J De Villiers formerly of South Africa notes that volunteers eager to fight for the Bowra are traveling toward the Transvaal. He cites Lord Kitchener’s campaign showing Boer losses and captures while the population remains about 140,000.

New Orleans J. de Villiers Tron South Africa the Villiers Transvaal Kitcheners

Krause Found Guilty of Attempted Murder in London Trial

The defense argued no incitement to murder occurred as there was no direct provocation in the case. The jury found Krause guilty and he was sentenced to two years in prison after Lord Chief Justice Alverstone presided.

Krause London Baron Alverstone

Sir Elwes Bartlett Dead in London Funeral Planned

Sir Wills Ashmead Bartlett died this morning in London following an operation. The news records the sudden death of a prominent figure, noting medical proceedings and the impact on his family and circle.

Elwes Bartlett London Sir Wills Ashmead Bartlett

Tim Donovan Leads Tvanka Police in Humorous Funeral Tale

Tim Donovan newly heads Tvanka police and tells a funny remembered episode. As sergeant he oversaw a funeral detail for a city official, lining troops before the house then marching them out back through the front. Unable to recall the return order he barked a puzzled command, then ordered them to “Fall in where ye fell out and go north.”

Tim Donovan Tvanka Ie Pollessor Tim

Century Road Club members ride record centuries

New York reports 5143 centuries and 514200 miles covered in installments of 100 miles or more by Century Road Club members. Leader Harry Barly has 22 centuries. other top riders include Gus Hgolof, Tanne Gillette, DM Ades, CH Fessenden, Paul Themis, and C. B. Staubuen. Four hundred others have 49 or more centuries. 1901 sees large increases and potential new records as reports finalize February 1.

New York Jan Century Road Club Association C. P. Staubach Calc. A Harry Barly Gus Hglof Tanne Gillette DM Ades CH. Fessenden Paul Themias C. B. Staubuen W. H. Anderson Henry West FW. Hyde J.C. Yatman F. A. Myrick W. HM. Lange McCormick TJ. Moore Mseoclation C.F

Starch Combine Offers Purchase of Pekin Sugar Plant

Report says large sugar industry consolidators plan to buy the Pekin Hitnole Sugar Refining plant. The Pekin facility, originally built for beet sugar, was converted last year to a 12,000 bushel stock factory while ownership shifted to Peoria capitalists.

Peotts Hitnole Sugar Refining Company Pekin Peoria ‘Peida Capitalists

Dr G By Clark to Plead for Boers in New York

The World’s London correspondent reports that Dr G By Clark, once Caithness MP and former consul general of the Orange Free State in London, will land in New York on the Ivernia on a alleged mission. He is said to seek Roosevelt intervention but Clark denies the claim while a Paris Metin correspondent stands by the report.

New York Clark Caithness Eral Orange London Ivernia Washington Roosevelt Paris Metin The Times

Chicago Firemen Injured in Wagon Accident

Six members of truck company No. 17 respond to a call when an axle breaks. The wagon overturns burying two men who are severely injured and may die. four others suffer heavy bruising. Authorities investigating the cause and extent of the injuries.

Chicago Jrece Astm Truck Company No. 17

Pyramid Pile Cure Praised By Savannah Reader

Mrs Aaron Medron of Savannah Georgia writes of her long battle with piles and rectal trouble saying Pyramid Pile Cure cured her after two years of improvement. She recalls seeing the ad before trying the remedy and reports complete relief with no recurrence of symptoms. She notes two packages were used and claims the product contains no strong medicines and was painless.

Aaron Medron Savannah

Transcontinen t rail rates session in Portland

In Portland on February 18 the transcontinental rail session drew over 1,000 attendees to discuss joint action to reduce through rates. The plan involves Northern Pacific, Northern Burlington, Santa Fe, Union Pacific and other Western lines, with mixed signals on willingness to cut rates. Some lines reportedly oppose concessions, while others show interest in coordinated action if feasible.

St. Bath Transcontinent Tre Portland Northern Pacific Burlington Santa Fe Union Acne Northern Ts

Mystery Solved in Portland Man Vanishing Case

Alec K Bell, missing two months, has been found in Portland with two relatives arriving from Elin. He wrote from Los Angeles January 14 stating plans to return when health improves, amid financial losses and brain fever that left him unconscious for weeks.

Portland Ore Alec K. Bell Elin Toe Angeles Amit

Tempest in a Teapot Revolution in Venezuela

New York reports ongoing unrest in Venezuela with revolutionary forces led by Generals Batalla and Loreto Lama challenging the Castro government. The steamship Tibertador has landed arms near Puerto Cabello while government troops claim a victory over insurgents near Geeunlino.

Venezuela New York Yertie Castro Vendaudlars Tibertador Dubkarne

Coughs and Colds in Children Recommend Remedy

A Chicago physician endorses Chamberlain Cough Remedy for obstructed coughs in children and all ages. He states it provides relief from colds bronchial afflictions and is safe for use by careful guardians.

Chicago

Wisconsin University investigates student poker activity

Acting President Birge leads an inquiry at Madison into alleged student poker play. About 200 young men are cited to appear and relate what they know. President Birge is in Milwaukee and local officials deny knowledge of the facts.

Madison Wis Wisconsin University Birge Blree Milwaukee

Santa Fe Head Resort Excursion Rates Listed

Santa Fe Head Resort excursion rates are published for several destinations including Phoenix return at 65 dollars for nine months, San Antonio return 30 dollars with June 1 return, El Paso 43.40 for six months, Las Vegas New Mexico 31.09 for three months, and Springs Arkansas 28.55 for three months. Other health resort rates are available on request from agents T. L. King of A T and S F Topeka or TM Jame 830 Janes Ave North Topeka.

Phoenix Arizona San Antonio Texas el Paso Las Vegas N. M Springs Ark T. L, King A. T Topeka TM Jame Eas Ave North Topeka

Insurgent Surrender News and Senate Health Update

Sanstor Warren Iail in Cheyenne reports Senator Francis Warren ill with neuralgia and head pain, sidelining him for about a week. In the Philippines news, insurgents surrender under General Wade at Cebu with oath-taking at Tagibarun on January 1. Also London reports Britain inviting tenders for ten torpedo boat destroyers. design favors speed reduction to gain power and coal efficiency.

Tun Insurgenta Brix James F. Wade Cebu Tagibarun Bobol Glasgow Inn

Canary Islands Cyclone Wrecks Four Ships and Damages Property

A cyclone swept the Canary Islands causing extensive property damage and four shipwrecks. The report cites Tas Pamer and notes contact details for F. Menninger, M. D., at 721 Kan Ave and residence 1251 Topeka. Additional line mentions WS Office Lowes 8 to Bp.

Tas Pamer Canary Senu Canary Islands F. Menninger M. D Kanave Tel Topeka Fe Ofice Lowes

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