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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jan 31, 1899

Page

5

Humor Cure for Skin and Scalp Humors

Fragmented advertisement text touts a humor cure for skin and scalp ailments. It claims to purify the blood, remove causes of yellowing and blemishes, and restore normal health using external remedies and tonics.

Syndicate Forms to Control Sagua Railroad in Cuba

New York dispatch reports a new syndicate of New York Canadian English and French capitalists taking a majority in the Sagua railroad. The plan is to unite Cuban rail lines and consolidate holdings, with stockholder voting on February 28 and an option for haven orders in the merged company. The Sagua line runs through Santa Clara province from La Giralda to Las Cruces, connecting Sapum and Remediva via a branch toward Remediva.

New York Trittant Havana Aest Steet Fairway Sune New Tivs New ‘Ark Compar Sagua Santa Clara Teland la Girinda Las Cruces Chen Furpee Sapum Carbarien Remediva

A Double-Edged Law Passed by British Columbia Legislature

A Otterwa dispatch notes British Columbia legislature passed a bill aimed at excluding American miners from Atlin County. The measure, seen as potentially backfiring, contrasts with prior U S and Canadian laws granting mining and residency rights to Americans and Canadians alike. The move could affect Canadians and natives working in the region and may provoke wider reaction in mining areas.

Chicago Ottewa Ont Fritc Columbia Atlin County Congress United States Dominion British Columbia Northwest Territories

Lady Churchill's Plan Reveals New Magazine Venture

Paris correspondent reports a Daily Mail note that Tamy Randolph Churchill once Jerome of New York plans to launch a new magazine with a bound edition and sale to a person. Herbert Churchill may participate in the venture with a list of royal contributors including Emperor William.

London Paris The Daily Mail Randolph Churchill Sian Jerome New Tork Herbert Churchil William

Trains Pass Altoona as Pennsy Sets Freight Record

In Afters, Pennsylvania, a historic day saw a record freight movement on the Pennsylvania Railroad with as many as thirty five trains passing through Altoona. The rush included both freight and passenger trains with westbound runs noted and arrangements for ongoing traffic as the stream of trains moved through.

Altoona Pennsylvania Railroad Afters Pennsy Vania Milirosd

Thimble party honors Mien Brigan of Atchison

A Monday afternoon gathering hosted by Mrs J B Furry on Fillmore street honored Mien Brigan of Atchison. Guests included Mrs James L King Mrs Paul Hudson Mrs Walter Nuve Mrs Charles Blyod Smith and many others in a cozy decorated room. The event featured light refreshments and a social, with sister Mabel Wilson assisting.

Mien Brigan Atchison J. B. Furry Fillmore Street Mins Mabel Wilson James L. King Paul Hudson Walter Nuvie Charles Blvod Smith L S&s. Ferry R. K. Jamison Priscilla Alexander Kate Gunther Mit Ranney Lotta Ranney Cum Rossington Florence Russington Mise O'Connor San Francisco Mies Suale Guy Gertrude Eyéretx Helen Thompson Sen Hosamond Horton Alice Prescvit Emily King Mabel Witean Helen Mise Susie Sweet M To Went Tise Msrtle Scrmare Arette Robinson Mires Nina Thomas Miss May Thomas Mies Helen Moon

Dramatic Reading Illuminates Sacrifices and Transformation

The narration describes a young man saving a friend and the varied fates of those around him. With a swift change of expression and eye glass, the speaker shifts from a smiling youth to a widow and a refined society lady. Powars is praised as a master of this dramatic art.

Teanor R. Powars

Chained Together After Elling Capture

Police recaptured Elling, the jail escapee who nearly killed jailer Carl Lawson. Sheriff Strauss and Sergeant Owens led the pursuit with telegrams sent to several points. Elling was found in Herington after trains and a huntsman recall, and the two men were later chained together in a hotel bed to prevent escape. Sheriff Cook booked Elling for assault with intent to kill before transferring him to the county.

Elling Carl Lawson Polles Eline S. S. Ott Sheri Cook Lawcen Sheri Willams Strauss Owens Williams Strause G. W. Harria Hock Island Elling Wan Herington Eiranee W. el. Thomas Cook

Western Ball League Players Signed and Claimed in Bulletin

The Western Ball League bulletin lists players signed or claimed by clubs, with many teams already filled besides Indianapolis and St Paul. Names include Columbure-Jack, Louisa Bauer, Russell Hall, Lockhead, Boyle, Roach, R. Webster, Zletz, Remy, Ehret, Heimers, Meyers, Hines, Harrington, Aten, Freeland, Kimerer, Warvey, Dodson, Davis, Rodderham, Kelly, McAndrews, Adkins, Bergen, Terry, Quinn, Veitch, Swale, Clarke, Patterson, Swartz, and others among various clubs across Detroit, Milwaukee, and Kansas City.

Jan si—Prescent P. FE. Jouneon Indianapolis St Paul Falhows Columbure Jack A Louisa. Bauer Russell Hall Bert Meyers Henry Hines Joe Harrington Robert Atena Detroit L C. Freeland C. L. Kimerer Picher Warvey G. S. Dodson Gus Kkiopt Davis P. Rodderham Haseman Kelly McAndrews Milwaukee Stened Haliman George A M. Adkins William Bergen William Terry Catcher Quinn J. H. Veitch Dadark Wiliam Fes Cy Swale Picker Ened J. Clarke Thatterson Catcher Swartz Dee Nee Kanes City Raymer Miller ASA T. Piomtag Teag Eather Heenan Paras Lammarney Can Daseman Andersen Rage Curtis W_ Narce Ars Jonns

Government to issue 3 per cent loan through single bank

London correspondent for the Times notes a new government move to borrow via a single bank rather than direct public sale or a syndicate. The Deutsche Bank alone is used after others declined at 3 percent. Lists show banks willing to cooperate and those that refused.

London Times Deutsche Bank Disconte Geselschaft Messrs. Bieichroder Mendelssohn Bank Warschauer Bank Schuckier Bank Krauz Bank Delbruck Bank

Spanish Residents in Manila Favor Filipinos for Independence

El Diario publishes a Manila letter noting Spanish residents prefer independence over American annexation. The report says residents hate the war and cheer the Americans, while a related Manila scene recounts a grim embarkation of 350 repatriated Spanish soldiers aboard the Chateau Lafitte, with 56 deaths and a mournful funeral procession.

Manila Barctlona el Diario

Pullman's Son-in-Law Elected Chicago Jan 31

Frank C. Lowden Jr. son-in-law of the late Gen. M. Pullman is noted in Chicago news. The Cathedral Guild announces a supper in the Guild hall Thursday evening, altering the previously announced date.

Pullman Chicago Frank C. Lowden Jr Gen. M. Pullman Cathedral Thureau

Arrests and Confessions Fill Township Police Roundup

The report details multiple arrests in town including a man named Nichola tied to a liquor sale and a Kansas City defendant, with drinks and whisky seized at the station. It notes payments and credits, an East Seventh street club tie in, and general police activity across the month.

Grubbs Araeen Eusily Nichola Kansan Michels East Seventh Street

Church clash over graveyard services in Havana

In Havana Bishop Santander objects to Protestant graveside services at Columbus cemetery arguing cemeteries are consecrated church property. American committees plan graves decorations on the Maine explosion anniversary and seek Protestant prayers. Authorities in Trinidad and other towns may declare cemeteries free, amid broader Cuban unrest over burial fees and church-state control.

Havana Santander Maine Columbus Thablehop Brooke Trinidad Colon Matanzas

Fire on Kansas Avenue Closet Fire Suppression

Fire department was summoned to 710 Kastensayers on Kansas Avenue after smoke issued from a stair closet on the pecan floor. Rubbish blocked the closet. officials speculated mice and matches started the blaze and that someone may have smoked shortly before discovery. Gas meters were in the closet.

Wearenes Aaneeron Place

Crawford discouraged shows town dream dies in Leavenworth

In Leavenworth a discouraged Lester Craters argues the city cannot become a theater hub. He cites too many trains to Kansas City and a nearby audience favoring KC, with predicted inability to sustain the proposed theater and trolley plans. He notes theatre investment won't pay, insisting residents prefer trips to Kansas City for shows.

Kansas City Leavenworth Lester M. Craters Woking Dor van Je Crawford Kanes City Kansas Sty Topeka Apia Beaton Dulid John Beato Lauvenworth Sedion Kantas

Sugar policy divides German experts on American sugar influx

Jan. 31 In Berlin the Prussian diet debated sugar duties amid differing views by manufacturers and officials. Baron Einse Bing warned no immediate danger from American sugar radiating to Europe, while Saxon producers urged higher excise to curb imports and boost home beet sugar. Baron Hammerstein Loxten backed domestic protection, noting rising sugar imports and the shift of German sugar exports to America. The discussion centered on protecting beet sugar and promoting home consumption as American production grows.

Bertin Stear Jower Erfla Imperial Treasier Ein Sei Bing America Saxony California Ats Baron von Hammerstein-Loxten Americus Bern

France Seeks Large Loan For War Needs

The St James Gazette reports France plans a significant loan totaling 644 million francs to be raised from French and British financiers. Funds are earmarked for army and navy expenditure. London dispatch notes the international effort to shore up France’s military finances.

France London St. James

Negroes Number 1,319 Taking Professional Courses

A New York summary reports Rev. George W. Moore documents black professional enrollment in 1836 86 totaling 1 318 students with 186 women in colored schools. It details theology law medicine pharmacy and nurse training programs, grads, and active institutions, noting northern access and a large clergy workforce across denominations.

New York South American Missionary Association George W. Moore Nashville Freedmen's Hospital Washiton D. C Howard University District of Columbia Moharry Medical Collree Association of Colored Physicians United States Army Law Department South Yale Harvard Boston University University of Michigan African Methodist Episcopal Zion Colored Methodist Episcopal Churches B. W. Arnett African Methodist E Episcopal Church Alexander Walters African ME Zion Church Ue Coited States Society of Christian Endeavor Methodist Church J. W. FP. Bowen Gammon Theological Seminary Atlanta Methodist Bucharch M. C. Mason D. D Freedmen's Aid and Southern Educational Society George W. Henderson University of Vermont Ami Yale Divinity School Stright University Theological School New Orleans J. B. Maxwell Atlanta University Hartford Theological Seminary Noll International Sumder H. JH. Prostor Fisk University First Church of Walter B. Theoke S. D Washington D.C Rev. J. Mc Waldron Jackson— Vile Fin F. J. Grimks Talladega Straight Tougeleo Pish Wilberforce Biddle Lincoln Richmond Bible Schools

The Three Dragoons at Broadway Theater

New York reviews New Koven and Smiths comic opera The Three Dragoons. Music praised as tuneful. Marguerite Lemon and Joseph Of Mars highlighted for vocal work. Jerome Sykes noted for comic double role as Don Bamboula Bambili. Scene set in Portugal during the Peninsular War.

New York San Si Joseph of Mars Jack Sheridan Marguerite Lemon Dana Inex de Lara Jerome Sykes Ito Tine Don Bamboula Bamboli Portugal

Americans Capture Siberian Trade Flows Reported

Berlin dispatch quoted by Morning Leader claims the bulk of North Serein trade is diverting to American interests. The note mentions American owners of the St. Lawrence holdings and an incomplete economic confidence amid the Fenincula region.

Siberian London Morning Leader Berlin Et S

Local figures escape after incident at urban venue

A chaotic scene at a city event ended without injuries as medical staff treated several people. Witnesses described panic and quick evacuation while authorities investigated the cause and ensured everyone remained safe.

Beggs German Salve is Used by One Man Says Report

A man asserts Beggs German Salve is employed in every bouve, detailing its routine use and claimed effectiveness in treating ailments. The statement appears in a brief local item noting personal testimony and market familiarity.

Capital impairment threatens Manhattan Fire Insurance collapse

The Times reports Manhattan Fire Insurance Company of New York shows capital impairment after year end December 11 1829. Chief Examiner Vanderpool investigates. If impairment passes 25 percent of capital ($62 500) the company faces suspension and a 30 day window to restore solvency. President Armstrong says impairment will be made good but cites no method.

New York Jan the Times Manhattan Fire Insurance Company State Insurance Department Albany P.B. Armstrong Pat J. Vanderpool Ese Armstrong

Family Without Teeth Stuns Dentists in Noblesville

Jan 31 Noblesville Indiana reports the Leonard family living nearby. James Leonard about 50 has never had a tooth while his wife and four children all share the same rare condition. Gums hardened to support teeth and jaws allow nut cracking. dentists call the case without parallel.

Noblesville Ind James Leonard Leonard

Salvation Army opens pawnshop in Boston south end

The Helvurian Army fitted a store room in a thickly settled Boston south end as a pawnshop to buy and loan on second hand furniture. It will offer small loans at low rates, store furniture if rent is unpaid, and shelter wives and children of drunkards while the husband reforms. Names of lenders kept secret.

Boston Pannekien Aldeid

Brief Telegrams From Across The Nation

Ottumwa District No 11 of the United Mine Workers has asked for an eight hour day. Newport News first test of the Kearsarge propellers shows satisfactory results. Detroit sleuths nab Charles Keehn, escapee from Jackson and Nashville prisons, with custody questions pending. New York clothier firm D Levey Sons files for bankruptcy with liabilities of 58000 and assets 19200. Stockton officer to take charge of Lawrence Pulliam, Asheville defaulter who gave up in Stockton with 7000. Beattie Wash postal inspector J J Larmour leaves during Pacific coast and Hawaii wanderings with his 1 year old companion.

Ottumwa, Ta United Mine Workers of Our Towa Con Newport News Jaces Detroit Mich Charles H. Keehn Jackson Nashville Keehn Bee Stockton Cal Chare Lawrence Pulliam Asheville N. C The National Bank of Beattie Wash J. J. Larmour Pacific Coast Hawaii Wom

A Junket to Cuba From Chicago Coast to West Indies

A fragmentary notice describes a planned March trip from New York via steamship to the West Indies and Cuba for a party including Secretary Alec and senate officials to study military requirements aboard ship. The garbled text cites a theatrical playwright quote and a rheumatism cure advertisement among the unreadable material.

Chicago Jane Tribune WarNnetonly Alec Senate New York Congress Cuba Porto Henical Cay Detrott Journal

Various Social and Community Notices in Jorth topeka

Stella Nichols returns from visits while Dr Mead McLavginlo goes to Ia pone after a week with his Greenway of Dodge City. Mrs Seger hosts Ladies of the third section of the Kannes Avenue church with a Christian service at 2119 Central. Christian church C E prayer meeting at Mr Wa Stovel’s home. Miss Jessie Warner of Wilmington, Til, visits her aunt Mrs Small at 829 Jackson. Arsonaut club meets at Nicholson home 919 Van Buren. Funeral arrangements for Mr Tuan from the Church of the Ascension. Mr and Mrs Foster en route to Grangeville Ida after a visit. D D Dolman returns from Kansas City hospital after a successful operation. James Vaught notes the loss of Obadiah Vaught of Tecumseh. Eadie Duplicate Whist club meets at Mrs Paenn 310 South Cinney. Mrs Ellen McCabe dies at 9 o clock at John McCabe’s Shorey home leaving two children and a daughter Mrs Foie Lindelohn. Emma Strickrott’s surprise party held with games and refreshments. Names listed: Anne Durein Minnie Seabelt Lena Hohnbaum Minnie Kuehne Therese Alfred Hoahnbaum Harry Wilton Fred Suecnoer.

Stella Nichols Okiabeenia Mead McLavginlo Iapone Dodge City Opera J. F. Greenwar Clearch Parkas Frank Gurland Secund Kannes Avenue M. E Mra Seger Central Avenue Richery Christan Church Harrison Street The Christian Church Wa Stovel Vex Buren Street Jessie Warner Wilmington Til Jackson Street Arsonaut Club Afr Nicholson van Buren Tuan Foster Obadiah Vaught Tecumseh Vallehn Loos Wike Eadie Paenn Derbone South Cuiney Street Polley Omaha Ellen McCabe Sun John McCabe Shorey Ceuwed Mra Foie Lindelohn Emma Strickrott Vy & Buinber Anne Durein Minnie Seabelt Lena Hohnbaum Minnie Kuehne Mule Therese Alfred Hoahnbaum Dex Harry Wilton Fred Suecnoer

Real Estate Transfers and Odd Palate Weather Notes

The item lists transfers on Twelfth Street and other parcels held by Gritey and Continental Quest, with details of tracts and buyers. It also reports Prof. William M. Woodworth’s expedition to the South Bes Valley, noting palato research and a pale palble event described as palle weather in October and November.

Real Eatace Ee UDO! Co B. Miller Ear Oy Continental “Quest Ne ‘York Western Avenue William M. Woodworth Mart Ward Bes Valanche Harvard Tetania

Frayed OCR Weather Note Near Zero Reading

Weather fragment notes extreme cold near zero, mentions potas ganner and CET reference. Claims a frost forming, with thermometers indicating seven degrees below, includes unreliable phrases about Wednesday and late evening clock.

Kansas

The Greatest Influence On The Theme Astolom

Fragmentary OCR notes mention conditions and influence with references to various druggists and merchants including Arnould & Son A. J. Kane & Co. The text cites preparations like Little Early Risers and Remedies for constipation, with unclear names Simon Benny and Greenspan.

Simon Benny Greenspan Sant Vega Astadimea Wee Wilson anArnould & Son A. J. Kane & Co

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