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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 23, 1900

Page

2

Hallock Electric Pills Claim Cure for Rheumatism

An advertisement promotes Hallock’s Electric Pills as a permanent cure for rheumatism driven by diseased nerves. It claims benefits like revived vitality and pain relief, touts 50 years of testing, and offers a price of $1 per box with six doses. The ad lists Rowley & Enin of Topeka Kansas and DRUG CO. 109 Court St Boston as contact points for orders and free medical advice.

Hallock Pitts Rowley & Enin Kansas Ave Topeka Kansas Tobe Equtity Nee Ton Pree Adidrves Renee Drug CO Court St Bosto

Big Reward and Scandal Shocks Treasury Plot In New York

A New York dispatch details a complex case involving Secretary Gage and the treasury department. An award of 28 to Exnil Phillipsen tied to alleged smuggling and internal schemes is described, with Emerson, Hinds, and other figures named in a web of alleged favoritism and impropriety.

New York Washington Gage Treasury Department Hinds Phillipwen Mod van Kiven Pd- Hal Agentur Cuntom House Ghee Anys Tray Phillipson Hiesbee Mirfcuy Ercoter Yigiladice Bert Bhutiport Graterk Fifth Avenue Presbyterian Church John Hall Thismas Emberwn Pomwiy Gimberson Ibn Gibb Jase Duvinesa James Glaine Esmeracn Pallas Samnta Sha Wits Phillipsen Irines Embereon Asis Robert Lynie Einberson Praber Wanamaker Lodiow Street

Fragmentary Passage on Seizure and Customs, 19th Century

A garbled excerpt discusses legal actions and a goate, with references to a selection of figures, a strict application of law, deductions, and suspensions. The text mentions a custom house setting and a somber, tense scene, implying a formal inquiry or arrest and a cautious balance between duty and personal fate.

Philoes

City Council balks at Carnegie gift for public library

Louisville Ky June reports a near deadlock as the general council rejects Andrew Carnegie's 1550000 gift for a public library. The dispute centers on cemetery committee handling and aldermen delays, while supporters push to accept despite opposition.

Louisville Andrew Carnegie Hitice

Body for sale. ex Confeder ate veteran seeks sale to pension

Augusta Georgia date 28 January 1880s reports Luther John a 20 year old ex Confederate soldier who, permanently disabled from a shattered leg, plans to sell his body to the highest bidder after failing to obtain a pension. He claims divine guidance and that refusal will not deter him.

Augusta Luther John

Crawford theater lineups feature comedies and Hoyt farce

Dramatic events loom at the Crawford theater with Who Is Who focusing on a witty plot and musical farce elements by Posey and St. John. Hoyt's A Stranger in New York follows on Friday with a strong reputation and lively specialty acts. The Real Widow Brown returns to Topeka Saturday for a matinee and evening show, centering on a sly masquerade plot and romantic outcomes.

Rormplicationa Crawford Theater Posey and St. John Wivea Weil Hoyt New York Charles Hoyt Pisto l Unger Chinatown Brown Topeka Crateford Theater Eder

Lincoln man tubbed by three women near church

A Lincoln Kansas man Louie Titeworth, a noted race driver, was attacked by three women last night near a church in Newton. A pistol was held to his face before he was relieved of an item and left injured.

Newton Louie Titeworth Lincoln Kan

Eminent British Doctors Offer Free Clinic at Topeka Address

A group of nine British physicians establish a permanent Topeka branch at 412 Topeka Avenue offering free consultation examination and advice to all invalids until February 27 with no charges for three months except medicines. They promise thorough exams, possible survival procedures, and frank advisement on incurable cases, aiming to rapidly assess the sick without payment.

British Medical Institute Topeka Ave Topeka Topeka Avenue Edward Sous & m

Owners Enter Two-Year-Olds at the Tracks

New Orleans racing notes show owners pinning hopes on two year olds with emphasis on training pace and early conditioning. Discusses selecting Allenhurst as a prep site, the debate over starting young horses, and the tempering of early racing to build sturdier maturity.

New Orleans A. Belter Adena Saint Nonnaer Bearden Charles Be Patterson Pines Hog Sashvilla Centey St. Fiorias Tehely Steines Ernie Pune

Edwards Sues Hoffmann House Over Billiard Room Exclusion

New York court records show stake holder Bill Edwards suing the Hoffman House for 50100 in damages after being barred from the billiard room. Edwards, a longtime hotel patron and former chief hotel policeman, alleges denial of access to play with friends, citing prior bets and ties to the venue. The case, connected to past hotel management changes, resumes Monday with defense arguing the hotel had no control over the billiard privilege holder Clark.

New York Ping Edwards Hoffman House Supreme Court Agdlet Justice Bench Hyle Frit A Dellesey Edward Stokes Edwards Bui- Maré Clark

Quin in Boston Hopes for New American Association

Harry D. Quin temporary president of the American Association and Francis C. Richter arrived in Boston to push the new organization. Emissaries John O’Brien of Milwaukee and others had visited New York and Boston previously, with progress slow but expectations high for a complete organization after upcoming meetings in New York. Quin said the trip would help them “look over the ground” and secure solid ground before proceeding.

American Association Boston Mase Harry D. Quin New American Association Francis C Richter Philadelphia Sporting Is John >. O'Brien Milwaukee New York

American Association Aims to Revitalize Baseball

Officials express confidence in forming a new national organization to back a revived baseball era. They cite public support and a prosperous game as foundations, promising readiness and ample time to secure players and field readiness when the time comes.

Alent Hichter American Association

Kid McCoy Quietly Amasses Fight Winnings

New York reports Kid McCoy has cleared about $11,900 in two weeks from recent bouts at Coney Island and Broadway Athletic Club. He earned 5000 for beating Peter Mather and 2000 as winner over Joe Choynski, with a 60 percent share of gross receipts allocated to the winner.

New York Kid McCoy Peter Mather Coney Island Joe Choynski Broadway Athletic Club McCoy Choynski Grose Choynekt Metley Choynskt Chicago

Jeffries Aims To Impress In Corbett Showdown

Champion Jim Jeffries speaks on meeting James Corbett, recalling past foes Sharkey and Fitzsimmons, asserting he will break ring records and fight three men in a year. He criticizes opponents, notes training in Allenhurst, and discusses public interest and boxing politics.

Jeffries Fitzalmmons Asia Fita Corbett Sharkey California Mim Bloem

Santry and McGovern Set for Featherweight Showdown

Chicago officials and boxing fans await the February 1 bout between Badie Santry and Terry McGovern. McGovern is favored by many after a string of quick knockouts, yet Santry’s head movement, elite foot speed, and jinxed defense could offset the quick Hibernian power.

Chicago Ba—Dle Santry Terry McGovern McGovern Santry Churches Kate McCoy Alde Zot Santry Jordan England Mary

Chicagoan’s chance hinges on McGovern Santry title bid

A sturdy Chicagoan aims to prove his featherweight claim by beating Eddie Santry on February 1. The bout would validate his right to the world title, while the event attracts attention for the boxing stakes and the contenders involved. Meanwhile Princeton announces Bradbeen and Clark joining the baseball program, with Clark the Boston catcher overseeing early practice as Drake prepares for the May 1 start. the season schedule remains unfinished.

Terry McGovern Eddie Santry Bradley and Clark Princeton Boston N. J Princeton University Jerry Brad Hla Seeaoa Tas Bil Ciark

McCoy Choynski clash eyed with winner take all vow

New York on January 23 reports Kid McCoy threatening a winner take all match if Choynski refuses to meet. McCoy notes $600 forfeit posted by Considine of Broadway Athletic Club. big gate receipts seen if the bout occurs. Choynski likely to demand protections. promoters cautious about loser's clause.

New York Choynski Kid McCoy Choynaki George Considine Broadway Athletic Club McCoy

Kansas City and Retars Tickets On Sale Dates Set

Kansas City and Retars announce ticket sales for January 21 22 23 with a final on the 26th. The event features regular train performances and pricing listed at two dollars via the Gants Fa.

Kansas City

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