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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1899
Page
4
A garbled column surveys subscriptions, municipal schemes, and varied topics from waterworks to railways. It references Detres Cervers’s Peer, Pingres’s scheme, and a Kansas sheriff, interlaced with political and economic jibes about war, labor parties, and governance, capturing a noisy, misread newspaper page.
The article discusses peremptory laws on unclaimed inheritances in the Netherlands and warns against frauds inviting legal action. It references a wreck near Ogden Kansas and past border-crime schemes, plus a miscellany of local quips from the Atchison Globe about gossip, manners, and town life.
Fragmentary reflections on love and marriage with a tone of moral caution. The narrator notes the danger of trusting emotions after failed relationships, imagining a woman yearning for a past lover and facing relief when declaring she does not love another man. The piece hints at the pain of unattainable affection and the complexity of romantic choices.
A damaged OCR fragment presents a collection of old style aphorisms and witticisms. It includes remarks on friendship, ambition, inquiry, love and money, happiness, and marriage with references to compasses, poets, and an apparent reference to Indians.
Journal Correspondent in Manila describes disillusionment among Filipinos and American resolve as troops seize targets in Cavite and Malolos. Accounts praise General Funston and Captain Bishop while noting Aguinaldo's leadership doubts and the changing mood toward liberty, progress, and American protection.
Advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy for vague ailments and perceived kidney and blood issues. It claims the drink restores warmth and health, urging readers to choose Hood's for wellness.
An auction of animals unfolds in Central Park New York set in Contrat park. The event features oxen and various creatures displayed to attract buyers while spectators observe the sale amid a scene of curiosity and controversy. The superintendent notes the animals are duplicated and misused for spectacle, with social reactions and concerns about park policy.
A fragment recounts regional concerns over a mysterious ritual by mothers and nurses involving a child exposure test at the park during a whooping cough outbreak. The text mentions a person named Jack and references sustained repeated actions to the child as a preventive measure.
Unclear whether Clarence Scott, sexton of Rochester cemetery, has smallpox or chickenpox. Health officials clash over quarantine authority as city and county physicians dispute distance rules and designate guards around Scott’s home. Both doctors and the city health board authorize strict quarantine around the area.
The Ancient Order of Pyramids officers at Sultra are accused of fraud in a brewing dispute. Members say it is a scam by two sharp chronic kickers, deny dissatisfaction, and report letters from Salina. A head officer goes to Sulvia to locate the trouble and seek an adjustment to prevent further issues.
Police arrested PT Ailendorf and Frank Raynor, jointists of Topeka, Saturday for selling. They paid up fines and were released. On July 25 both were arrested again on the same charge and Shell cages were set for July 6 at 4 o'clock.
In Weir City Kansas July 9 another carload of workers arrived and were taken to the Winsen road and the Texas mine No. 25. Disorder accompanied the transport as trouble arose in the area and authorities moved to secure the site against disturbances. Local officials investigated the incident amid mounting tensions in the mining community.
George M. McGill, former head of Avenue Savings Bank in Chicaro, was fined 4504.42 by Judge Burke and sentenced to work at the ore. At 1.20 per day, it will take years to pay the fine. McGill faced charges for receiving deposits after insolvency. several indictments remain to be heard.
In Taenmeeh Oklahoma today probate judge W I Asher presided over a contempt and kidnapping case involving Alexander Jester. Defendants include Bherlf Prucsdate Charles Tiddle and County Attorney Pittman. Jester was allegedly abducted and delivered to the Mesquite sheriff without court orders. City and county officials were present for the proceedings.
Ticket offer details show round trip fares to Los Angeles at 52 dollars, with stopovers allowed. Information mentions validity through September and July end dates, with ongoing availability for travel from New Mexico area hubs.
An account from Mr. Ac Sanders of Todenxnal Grove Fle describes a widespread diarrhoea outbreak. He notes attacks among travelers and urges caution with medicines and care, while doctors advise treating dehydration and seeking medical help.
Real estate transfers include Mary Kreipe and H C Crandall at Oakland Avenue Morcis adaition. Uriah Carle to Andrew Ontertig for 14000. West 43 of the southwest 3.1-116 Cameron Thorpood to A T Tuvas for 75. Lot 204 Seventeenth Seay Keith's second edaltion. Washburn College to Simonds, Flute 2 4 6 8 10 12 Walnut Street. Debor K Longsher to Eugene S Arnold 2400. West North Saat 4 G18. Susan A Gilbert to Emma Paltres man 6000. 472 Clay Street King addition. Jus H Boyle to Jno Pe 400. 75 acres in northwest 11 B11 Topeka Avenue. Eaidan J Woesdick to Chas A Starbird 3500. North 5 feet Lots 105 168 14 105 Jackson Street Fireys addition. Kate Noss to Mary A Banta 1500. northeast W 1-12-15.
An unprecedented sale in New York lists duplicate animals at Central Park menagerie on June 20 under Director Smith. The catalog promises bargains on zebras red deer Cape buffaloes and other exotic stock with a promise of low prices for East Side buyers.
The New Age reports a sermon by Reverend George William Dolue Ins at the ordination to the priest Hood in the Protestant Episcopal Church of Vic Reverting Charles Augustus Brice of Anto Thesligios seminary and Reverend Charles Henry Snedeker at the pro cathedral Sinnton Street on May 14. The pamphlet includes a prefatory note by Bishop Potter, introducing the sermon.
A paternalistic ad-style piece warns of suffering in childbirth and promotes Mother's Friend as a remedy. It claims the product relieves morning sickness and other pregnancy ailments, urging women to send their name and address to Bradfield Regulator Co. in Atlanta for free information.
A preacher and a Presbyterian scholar were recognized for ordination to higher ministry in a ceremony described as momentous. The speaker urged the church to assert authority through Scriptural fidelity, lamenting modern materialism and urging discernment about tradition and interpretation.
A Star dispatch from Kansas City reports that the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway will construct a line from Kansas City to St Louis within two years. The company already owns the St Louis Kansas City Coloral line and plans a westward route from Missouri to connect with the Pacific system, with timber, coal, and zinc regions to be opened by rail.
A court injunction and county attorney action loom over the Topeka city hall project. Citizens weigh the impact of new law and financing as local officials call for statements and possible rescheduling of key hearings.
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