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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 14, 1898

Page

8

Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery Promotes Health

An old health advice feature touts Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for nervous and digestive ailments. It claims to restore appetite, promote sleep, aid digestion, and strengthen the blood. Testimonials mention improved vitality and general well being, with side notes on constipation treated by Dr Pierce’s Pellets.

Pierce Rebecca PF Gartner Grafton York Way

Graham critiques gunnery in Dewey’s squadron in Westminster Gazette

A letter from former Gazette writer Grahem accuses Admiral Dewey’s gunnery of being weak due to Brobathmen left idle by promised $300 monthly. The writer asks Westminster Gazette readers to note the issue and urge party leaders to act.

Tébecn Sue Wuyammhee Grahem Partial Giant Americana Westminster Gazette Th Bt. Jamies Gazette Admiral Dewey Graham Ur Partia Amin

Yellow fever reports strain morale at front in Cuba

Washington dispatch notes confusion over Cuban yellow fever at Santiago and Biboney. Officials concede possible cases, mostly among quartermasters and teamsters, prompting fear of spread to American troops. Quarters efforts isolate patients, with Marine Hospital Service support and Shafter’s movements aimed at preventing contagion while aiding refugees near Camp. Grain-O beverage ad and dental ad appear amid the mixed notices.

Washington Sibaney Muédicel Ofivers United States Army Cuba Army Corps Biboney Quarter Masters Department Teamsters Santiago Bhufter Gillan Shagtor Gil Quartermaster's Rermaster Ick United States Marine Army Gee University of Feanagiaera Sampson's Iuantanima

Hudson Assigned to Lead 2nd Brigade of 4th Army Corps

Major General Coppinger assigns Brigadier General Hudson to command the second brigade of the second division in the fourth army corps. The brigade includes the First Regiment District of Columbia, Second New York, and Fifth Maryland with accompanying units. Hudson, then at Tampa, is expected to depart for the front soon, likely Cuba or Porto Rico, to join his three units.

Coppinger Hudson Fourth Army Corps District of Columbia Cot. Harris New York Hardin Maryland Coole Colmmita Cuba Uhe Tampa Heaith Porto Rico

Blanco Tries to Die in Havana After Cervera News

Havana reports Governor General Blanco attempted self harm upon learning Admiral Cervera's squadron was not annihilated. News describes panic, black draperies, and orders restricting food as Cuban and Spanish authorities react to the altered casualty tale and deteriorating conditions in the city.

Today's Nominations for Federal Posts and Army Roles

Nominations announced include an appointee to the United States district judge position in the western district and other regional posts. General officers and engineers receive promotions or assignments, including a major general of volunteers and a northern district engineer with responsibilities tied to interim canal tasks.

North Carolina United Tech Aitriet Eeetiaaetanea Yale Foe Rene Yeiene Stenry Carrail Aaaeieners Bineral Wes Noluhcoara Panis

Bankruptcy court appoints referees to handle arising matters

Judge Poster in the general court today named referees to take charge of the various districts' اعمال under the bankruptcy law. T. J. White of Kansas City, J. G Slonecker of Topeka, J. G. Mites, T. E. Wall of Wichita, and C. Gurer Hart Scott were designated amid a report of a large grace from allied actions.

Poster Reneral Court Varios T. J. White C_ i Gurer Hart Scott TJ. White United States

Arbitration prospects in Illinois miners strike waiver offer

Illinois miners across 21 towns and 22 mines threaten a strike with 3 000 workers backing the action while mine owners express willingness to submit to arbitration. State officials report a broad willingness to arbitrate and to have an impartial board chosen by operators, with union labels to remain in use at all mines.

Ilinois Qperstora Pan State Board of Arbitration Ward Barble Chicago al SaDdleteiet Springfield Atribe Chi& Alton Chatham Auburn Virden Girard Green Ridge Milwood Pana Hilsboro Assumption Sandoval Cantralia de Soto Ressher Lannsburg Sorrento Leadford Tamaroa Mount Vernanda- Wardéseille Caseyville Dumfertine Kevenue Ryan Mitters’ Exceptive

Tar and Feathers in Halstead Outrage

A mob whipped tarred and feathered Frank Miller for allegedly pursuing the 12 year old daughter of Dr. J. B. Hertzler. Miller was stripped, bound, and beaten, then warned to leave town within twenty four hours. He was found later in distress near the whipping site and taken home for care.

Halstead Frank Miller Stautt J. B. Hertzler Thler Fiertzier Agni Miller Daphy Diller

Local horses die of suspected poisoning in county

A telegram to Secretary Coburn reports twelve neighboring horses died suddenly and others are ill. McCarthy claims the animals were poisoned by loco ued spreading strange effects resembling insanity. Coburn referred the case to the livestock sanitary commission for action.

slePher Coburn State Board of Agriculture McCarthy Livestock Sqnitary Commission

Recluse heir reward offered after murder in Fort Scott

Fort Scott Kansas July 14. Heirs of A Mehnert the recluse father murdered and robbed of thousands offer 400 reward for murderer. County adds 600 and governor asked for 200 more. Insurgents reinforced amid Manila fighting and German inquiry on Subic Bay. Danville notices wage escalation at Nathanas Soldiers' Home with threats of strike.

Fort Scott Kan A. Mehnert Farher Leedy

Bartender shot and three stabbed in late night disturbance

In New York on July 14 a bartender named Joh McNamars was shot and dangerously wounded while Prarie Russell and John Pearline were severely stabbed during a late night altercation aboard a social elite train car. Three other persons were reportedly wounded in the melee. The incident arose from a dispute over alleged real estate matters and monetary tensions.

New York Joh McNamars Prarie Russell John Pearline Husaeil Realiti & Small Buta Monary Ulm

Jiffy Wins Handicap at Lanion Meet

Lanion July 14 A local racing card saw Jity Th, a bay filly, win the tech weight Mane Cup in a field of eleven starters over about three furlongs. The day also notes Yellow Fever in Yack and a malaria fever concern for Dike Grane. Summer tourist tickets to Colorado return for $24 via Santa Fe Route with daily services and dining cars added to an already strong offering.

Jiffy Lanion Pia Nawmathes Lorisland-iereatord Jity Colorado Santa Fe

WEST COAST PATROL Hiondikera Protected From Privateers

San Francisco July 14 Government orders patrol vessels along the coast to guard against alleged Spanish privateers. Lieutenant Commander Slozjer of the Albatross leads the force with the Grant, the Darwin, and other ships newly armed with rapid fire guns. Some may head to the Philippines for revenue work or scouting duty.

San Francisco North Pacific Slozjer Albatross Grant J. Stamm Darwin W. J. Herenes de Rush Eee Philippines Washington Mar Philadelphia Hunolwin Colling the Bennington Miller Mantinoor

Sleep on Cartridges Report From Salina Camp

Edward Hardy of company M Twentieth writes from a Salina camp describing stored cartridges and ammunition in a tent. He notes 1000 pounds of solid lead and 100 grain balls, with boxes serving beds and washstands. A detail says they are guarded by twenty thousand and feel safe.

Salina Edward Hardy Tienda Enys

McGuire Named Governor Candidate by California Populists

In Sacramento on July 14 the fusionists routed middle-of-the-road men to nominate Congrecsman J. C. McGuire for governor by 154 to 126 over T. W. B. Shanahan The platform endorses initiative referendum free silver at 15 to 1 opposes extending Pacific railway debt payments and calls for foreclosing Central Pacific mortgage It urges decisive action against Spain in the war while opposing the war loan The middle-of-the-road faction bolted and backed Shanahan.

Sacramento Cal United States Central Pacific Spain Middle Shanahan

Pope Counsels Peace and Queen Regent urged to seek terms

Madrid dispatch cites El Liberal claim that Santiago fall could trigger a government crisis and Sagasta resignation. The pope reportedly telegraphed the queen regent urging peace talks and outlining his suggested terms. French residents in Manila petition France to oppose an American bombardment of the Spanish city.

Landon Madrid Teiegram el Liberal Santiaje de Cuba Blanco Cuba Tam Senor Sagasta Senor Romero Robredo Gen Wepler Santiago Will MaAlgga Spantah

TABOO BEER BOTTLES DISCUSSION AT LAKE BLAIR CONFERENCE

A question on carrying cold tea or lemonade in a beer bottle sparked laughs at the national sociological convention at Lake Blair. It evolved into a serious debate, with the consensus that the practice is improper. The session followed Mrs. Jessie Brown Hilton’s talk on Plain Living and High Thinking, and today’s program is led by young temperance groups.

Menage W. TU W. C. TU Lake Bhai Jessie Brown Hilton Young People’s Temperance Organizaions

WILL PROTECT HARBORS Min es in front of New York Will Not Be Removed

New York harbor mines will be maintained to war's end despite protests from merchants and shipping interests. Secretary of War Alger instructed Major Henry M Adams to keep the mines and not relax vigilance at the port until peace is declared.

New York Rce Henry M. Adama Engineer Corps Secretary of War Alger

Peters Reception for Kansas Teachers in Washington

Washington July 14 Rep and Mrs Mason Peters of Kansas hosted an informal gathering for visiting Kansas teachers and friends. The Peters home buzzed with guests including Ex Mayor Tom Hasnon, senators and several ladies as pretty young attendants poured refreshments in a veranda setting.

Washington Mason Peters Kansas Peters Tulane Tom Hasnon Kansas City Kan Harris Charles Orr Misa Mahaffle McMillan Helen W. Ball Helen Extyle Ridgley Taylor Wilkerson David~ Eas Ployter

Troops Move as Maryland Unit Boards Transports

Fifth Maryland volunteers broke camp and boarded transports at Tampa on July 34, preparing for movement. A Second New York battalion under Colonel Lloyd will travel separately since one ship cannot carry the whole regiment. Two heavy artillery trains arrived from Fort Monroe and await orders. New transports Gussie and Pedro Bilbao, renamed Proctor, have just arrived.

Fifth Maryland Temps Tampa Fla Carters Maryland Volunteers Second New York Lloyd Wil Fort Monroe Gussie Pedro Bilbao Proctor

Hawaiian officials arrive to press annexation in U S

San Francisco July 4 reports F M Hatch a Hawaii minister and Lorin A Thurston special Hawaiian commissioner have arrived from Washington to advocate annexation and join Senator Henry Waterhouse and his son en route to Honolulu Hatch plans to practice law there.

San Francisco F. M. Hatch Hawaii United States Lorin A. Thurston Washington, D. C Honolulu Alameda Henry Waterhouse Allcister Hatch

Wisconsin to Launch New Warship in November

Milwaukee July 14 Governor Scofield was informed that the Dettleship Wisconsin will be launched in San Francisco on Saturday November 28 at 30 a.m. The Wisconsin battle ship commission appointed last week will elect Wronkin to christen the ship and will provide protection with service on behalf of the state. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve touted for skin injuries and other ailments, with a money back guarantee. Collars and cuts enhanced to look new by Peerless Steam Laundry.

Milwaukee Wis Scofield Wisconsin San Francisco Wisconsin Battleship Commission

Foreclosure action on Wheeling & Lake Erie mortgage

Myron T. Herrick, receiver for the Wheeling & Lake Erie railroad, notes a consolidated mortgage foreclosure in U S circuit court for 5 million dollars. He says the move likely aims to reorganize the company as a new entity may take possession, while asserting he is just an officer acting under court direction. Andrew Squire, Herrick’s attorney, agrees the filing aims at reorganizing the company.

Cleveland Myron T. Herrick Wheeling & Lake Erie Railroad United States Circuit Rad Andrew Squire Colonel Hierrick

Repairs rush at Mare Island shipyard War costs rise

At Mare Island Navy Yard California July 14 repairs are nearing completion on the cruiser Philadelphia and repairs on the Ranger are hastened. The Alert remains under survey with undecided fate. Over 10 men work on the Yorktown to restore it for service. Tug gunboats Iroquois Vigilant and Active are slated for disposition with Iroquois staying in San Francisco and Vigilant heading to Puget Sound. All carry breech loading rifles and rapid fire cannon. Since March 1 over $1000000 has been disbursed to employees. A Marysville man reports recovery from long illness aided by Dr King’s New Discovery for Consumption, Coughs and Colds. Regular sizes sold with guarantee.

Mare Island Navy Yard Cal Philadelphia Ranger Alert Yorktown Iroquois San Francisco Puget Sound San Diego Jean A. C Marysville Tex Dr. Kings

Omaha Exposition Promises Grand Exhibit in United States

Omaha Exposition announces the grand exposition planned in the United States with broad access via Missouri and Mississippi Valleys. Through tickets and reduced excursion rates promise easy travel to Omaha via Burlington Route, with agents and managers named for navigation and sales.

United States Missouri Mississippi Omaha Burlington Omahe

Not a Privateer Tale Thrills Pacific Coast Rumor

A ship named the Bennington linked to a South Dakota syndicate provokes rumors of a privateer in the North Pacific. Reports say the vessel, once in Central American traffic, is bound for Alaska under orders from Washington. Captains and commanders shift as ships move to northern waters.

Bennington St. Paul Minn Teda South Dakota Pacific Coast Vancouver Alaska Holland

Flag Gift Delights San Francisco Hawaiian Ceremony

A beautiful American flag sent by the Alameda to the Hawaiian chamber of commerce will be unfurled at a city ceremony. San Francisco chamber of commerce also funds a commission to study fostering trade with the Hawaiian Islands. Public reception planned for Hawaiian officials on arrival. Lambert sues bondsman in Fort Scott case involving ex-postmaster Gibson and misprinted stamps.

San Francisco Creamer Alameda Hawaiian Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce of San Frantisco State Board of Trade Hawaiian Islands Chamber of Commerce Lambert Sues Bondsme Fort Scott Kan Tambert United States Diatrict Sugeney Eee Topday W Walt Bardsmen of Gibson Star

Populist Split Complete, Feeca Tie Reported Today

Fragmentary OCR notes indicate a political split and a tied result involving Feeca, with references to T. W. H. Staushen and BR Gasket. The readable text suggests ongoing results or declarations occurring today amid local political activity.

Feeca T. W. H. Staushen Zee Wgall

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