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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1899
Page
3
An irregular testimonial piece promotes various supposed cures for blood and skin conditions, malaria, cancer, and other ailments. It claims a private trial treatment and free samples, touting dramatic results and a dismissive tone toward conventional medicine. The text includes garbled phrases and numerous misspellings, reflecting OCR damage.
Fragmentary OCR singsong-like text mentions Bee, Sir, Kane 8009, Tin Tor SL, and Wil Nement. Readable parts show namelike terms and scattered phrases, but no clear event, dates, or roles. Ambiguity limits precise summary without risking misrepresentation.
A special conference in Pretoria involving President Kruger and cabinet members discussed Africa policy and telecommunication issues. A report from manager S J Bear notes pending rate adjustments and future steps. The Cancer Society funded a program, and a college essay competition highlighted cancer awareness education.
Richard Meade is named assistant division master with headquarters at Wellington effective today. The move restores Wellington's prestige in the railway system and positions Meade as a step toward a future division master and eventually division superintendent as the Oklahoma division expands to Perry, O T.
The Santa Fe railhead reports unprecedented traveler volumes due to a judicious ad campaign. W. J. Black oversaw major contracts with leading western papers and magazines, including Puff Judge Lite Munsey's Scribner's, to showcase rail advantages. The result: crowded cars daily, proving sustained advertising pays.
In July, Union Pacific merged to join the western passenger pool to prevent cuts in rates. The move aims to stabilize travel costs for transcontinental service from the east. Meanwhile the Santa Fe picnic on the Fourth drew about seventy attendees with a cake walk and merry contests.
The Santa Fe team plans new uniforms next week while in good shape after three wins. Members include Irt Henry Archie Vaushs Marty Sullivan Albert Waugh Geo Sherman Sam Ash J Navarre Gardener and Texad Baxter. Tasker is the manager. Also, a new depot at Danny Caney is reported and Colonel Porter traveled to Dewey to locate stock yards for the railroad. The Santa Fe expects stock shipment from that point around July 36.
Steam indicator planned for engine 994 to test valve performance and cylinder balance. Engine 93% passed today, engine 454 and 4S undergoing repairs, No 36 cited for a recent record. Santa Fe engines shifted within Chicago yards due to heavy work, Garfield park picnic attended by Santa Fe firemen. Chicago Track Inland & Pacific seeks four passenger cars, Enlon Pacific issues a unique folder.
The report notes Union Pacific trade focus with the Pacific Express and fast trains between Missouri River points and Rockler. It highlights a Christian Endeavor special bound for Detroit leaving Kansas City on July 4 with two chair cars and a carload from Kansas and Oklahoma. Repairs continue on damaged postal and combination cars, while engines 152 and 01 depart for California. John Ekberg, once in the boiler shops here, visits Trendy by the city.
Fire discovered about 11 o'clock Wednesday night at the commission house of WoO Anderson on 215 Kansas Avenue. Prompt fire department action limited damage though a pile of shipping uses likely caused the loss. The Sons of Hermann occupied the second floor, suffering smoke damage. Anderson estimated $1,500 in losses with over $400 in stock damaged. Insurance covered by policy.
Mrs. BE. B. Meredith known for several Topeka entertainments is chosen by Chief Hale and Kansas City organizers to present Cinderella as the opening attraction at the Agdi tarium. The show raises money to support sending the Pompier fire crew to the Paris exposition. Meredith recently staged a St Joseph nursery fund benefit and a 1907 Fall Festival production at the fair grounds drew thousands.
W P Peoples of Jersey Shore Pa sues G R Brown superintendent of the New York Central Pennsylvania division for 2500 claiming services in procuring a position for Brown by filing affidavits against A G Palmer and W A Stra that blocked their appointment. Brown denies the charges and promises vigorous defense.
Bayonne July 1 William J A Eady a kite famed figure conducts an experiment to compare wind speed on earth and aloft by releasing a hot air balloon carrying a postal card and note for finders to attest time place and witnesses. The balloon becomes finder’s property and results will be compared with New York weather bureau data and reported to the Smithsonian Institution.
A will of William Farnsworth, a Santa Fe representative in Mexico City, was recorded by the registrar of deeds and probate judge. The document notes Mexican law implications if no will exists, details property in Lexieq, and mentions a mortgage and a short-term laundry bill for $52.00 for a round trip via the Rock Island Scenic Route.
The Washington letter says ex Senator John J Ingalls seeks a House bid next year from Atchison as he returns to public life. It recalls his war record and early ties to Lincoln and Garfield, notes a 1890s clash with Voorhees, and outlines a blast of political controversy stirred by a Kansas press attack and a noted political magazine. The piece paints Ingalls as colorful yet controversial and questions the heat of another congressional run.
James H. Green, wanted in six states for buncoing farmers, was before Governor Stone in Harrisburg after arrest here ten days ago. A detective from Washington state arrived with a requisition to transfer Green to face charges in the West. Officials said the governor would decide whether to honor the warrant from Washington authorities.
Ford T Hopkins seeks price for twelve bottles of Oriental Cream, requesting a supply for a tour. The ad touts Skin Purifier and Beautifier benefits, urging readers to test its healing, purifying claims and promising renewed youth and beauty. Obscure testimonial language highlights the product’s supposed wonders in New York on November 11, 1887.
Fragmentary notes report Alexander Jester accused in a kidnapping and murder case involving a young Gilbert tes in Mexico in July. The document suggests a statement by Jester and references removal from Techmech and possible dismissal of charges, with unclear details and translation errors.
An old classified-style notice touts Munyon s Inhaler for colds coughs hay fever bronchitis asthma and other throat and lung diseases. It claims rapid relief and widespread demand with a mail order address at 3506 Arp St. PAC.
The fourteenth annual meeting of the National Editorial Association convened in Portland Oregon with Governor Jeer and Mayor Brory welcoming delegates. Joseph McCabe of Boston delivered a brief response to welcomes as committees on credentials and reports were formed.
Fragmented 19th century editorial lament quotes Senator Morgan of Alabama arguing for U S expansion in the Philippines. Debates cite constitutional powers, historical republics, and the costs of war versus peace while opposing isolationist views and warning against echoing Aguinaldo.
Fragmentary text notes a Paris municipal council action involving Bertillon to examine evidence and entangle the Dreyfus affair. Authors, dates, and exact actions are unclear, but the passage references medical or forensic review linked to the Dreyfus case amid political maneuvers.
Winter wheat conditions are described as fair in Chicago with mixed reports from northern Kansas northern Minnesota and the Dakotas. The article notes overall shape and health of crops with few exceptions indicating suboptimal stands and variable rainfall across the area.
An oddities feature describes isolated settlements and unusual bans on women including a nameless Lake Huron town where huts move onto frozen water to fish in winter, Athos in Macedonia with a strict ban on females, and a legend of the Virgin commanding women to depart. The piece notes monastic life, bachelor residents, and cultural quirks shaping these human curiosities.
San Francisco July 1 announces a 1 9 per cent advance in rates by the fruit Brewers express and continental fruit express on all green deciduous fruit shipments eastward from this date. Southern Pacific also raises carload minimums from 24000 to 26000 pounds. Refrigeration costs remain unchanged per ton. The total of 7300 carloads should lift refrigerator company net earnings by at least 100000 dollars for the season.
The missive from Gen Hag Caz erom, calling himself the Kansan Hermit, praises patriotism and duties to God and country. It notes the July 4 greeting to Governor Stanley and recalls a previous Topeka gesture amid war, with no official acknowledgment from a prior administration. Two hundred African American workers from Birmingham leave for Wier City Kansas to confront strikers in coal mines, part of a larger migrants movement of about 500 already sent.
A garbled OCR report notes Dan Brouthers resigning from the Rochester team amid questions about his mayoral duties in Wappingers Falls. The piece mentions his hotel Willet and stray references to products and firms, reflecting a confused historical clipping.
Lady readers are urged to try Dr Kitmer s Swamp Root a new medical discovery claimed to promptly cure kidney and bladder issues including incontinence and urinary discomfort. Advertises sample bottle and a free booklet sent with order claims of strong relief and invites readers to mention Topeka Daily State Journal.
A San Francisco gathering of College Farmers discussed national and state agricultural issues. Experts outlined trends in farming methods and research needs, with emphasis on education and extension services.
A National League score shows Detroit beating Philadelphia 7 to 5 with five to three in extra frames and a note of pitchers Pitan Cipita and Osawes in an unclear line. The readable names indicate a late innings outcome and a potential pitching change.
Incomplete game details from the Western League at Kansas City report a sparse scoreline and partial team mentions. The text references Milwaukee and New York mentions but lacks clear results or dates and reads as garbled OCR with stray names and numbers.
Fragmented OCR text describes Kaiser on a French training ship Iphigenie sent to the French Government amid hints of a potential agreement. Mentions early factors, a Permegensty and a cleansing/laundry claim by Peerlem Bleum Laundry at 112 and 144 West Eighth street with telephone GM Kaczynski for coal cleaning.
A reader describes trying Grain-O as a coffee substitute, noting it acted differently and did not lure them back to coffee after a week. The letter extols Grain-O-maize as a beverage for all ages, praising its strength and suitability for household use, with terms suggesting mixed reception.
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