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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1899
Page
3
Fragmentary OCR text references medical testing, patient care, and hair analysis with unclear names or dates. The readable portions mention testing for ailment treatment, possible cosmetic hints, and a generic patient scenario without coherent details or outcomes.
Fragmented text outlines a National League score update with references to New York venue and players. The readable names and numbers are unclear, but the piece hints at a heat result and possible player stints and substitutions. The scant entities include city and league context without a clear final score.
Scattered excerpts from a Western League report describe a Milwaukee game with scores and players. The fragment mentions injuries and substitutions, with partial names and events.
Washington reveals efforts to alter procedures and offer incentives to speed recruitment for ten volunteer regiments. Many commissions issued, applicants seek backdoor entry via commissions, and some enlisted as privates to qualify for promotions. Officials discuss offering commissions to friends or backers who provide recruits, including 40-man arrangements for Philippine service. Several cases noted in the past week.
A brief health column advises readers to seek a Geoalse remedy or supplement claiming broad benefits. It cites notables and a local clinic as sources, urging caution and personal consultation before use.
A New York Herald report notes a possible merger of Union Pacific Illinois Central Chicago and Alton Baltimore and Ohio Oregon Short Line and Oregon Railway and Navigation to create a continental trunk line from Atlantic to Pacific. Key financiers Kuhn Leet Speyer & Co. influence, with Great Northern and Northwestern links discussed. total capital pegged near 705.365 million dollars with extensive mileage across the United States.
The Rock Island bond funded paving project on Jane Street created a new train line named the O and Fiver. Since its debut on June first it has carried an average of 50 paying passengers daily, shrinking travel time between Cirvatia erect bolts south of Wichita to one hour. The Omaha and Oklahoma line, serving the route south of Wichita via Texas, increases mall carrier service and connects to Omaha.
June earnings figures for Santa Fe Rock Island and related carriers are awaited to June 20 with statements expected later. Santa Fe cites delays in sales earnings due to account checks and will not release figures until September. Rock Island reports improved current month conditions. Oklahoma Central to Georgia routes expand service Caney to Caney with through trains and new stations at Omen and Dewey. A new Arkansas River bridge on the South Hutchins line to be driven, and the New York Central plans a record trial train aiming for 130 miles per hour rail speed.
Five train loads of troops departed Camp Meade Pennsylvania under Rock Island contract bound for California en route to the Philippines. About four troops with equipment travel in this batch with more to follow in a few days. The route avoids Topeka and goes via Omaha. The journey to California will take three days.
The report lists several railroad staff changes and ailments. William Swan, formerly of the bridge department, faces mechanical issues and tires on a shop visit before resuming service. Harry Stillman and John McNeal return to duties in Lawrence after time off. J M Schenison, island trade manager, passed through Topeka. F L Coles and P D Hunter are among others reported sick, impacting freight department operations.
Feom Emporia Operator Wrightmen takes the place made vacant by the death of Operator Johnson of Wierant Hraktman Frizerl. Work train staff report several on sickness and layoff adjustments. Mul bern fills Johnsons slot while Snyder and Law shift roles. Engineer Midgett reports a home repair note. Hereford cattle shipment headed to Salvation Army colony in the western state.
Seattle July 23 The steamer Diergo arrived from Sicwguiy Alaska with tons of a inch strike on Ble Salmon river. Prospectors from Davison and vicinity rushed into the district while passengers from Dawson brought a wild dust load. A Swede named String struck a nugget worth 70 and a vein near Atlin yielded 5075. French Jos cleaned up 4060 on No 1d Teton Discovery on Pine Creek. Harry Lund on No F below Pine Creek washed out 3 a day for a time. Reasics Birch Creek tally reached 16,000 by the time reports reached Willow Creek.
Judge Larimore threshed wheat from GOOD ENOUGH WHEAT in Clay Center on July 28. The sample tested 41 pounds per bushel and brought in 2 dollars per bushel after sale. Corn prospects appear strong with high yield potential and favorable market promise.
Public ad claims kidney trouble harms mind vigor cheer and ambition and that children can be born with kidney issues. It asserts both men and women suffer kidney and bladder problems and promotes Kilmer’s Swamp Root as the remedy sold in fifty-cent and one dollar sizes with samples by mail.
Baston Mase July 20 Patsy Gover Tebeau, captain and manager, spoke in the Quincy house lobby about this season’s batting, attendance trends, and the league’s future. He predicted St Louis would soon contend for the top spots while noting Western attendance lags and New York acting as a national barometer for baseball’s health. The interview touched on rival leagues, circuit size, and the likelihood of Teague purchasing franchises.
In Frankfort Kentucky during July 0 Governor Bradley declines deploying troops to Clay County and dismisses a special senator's call. He questions the statute’s reach and doubts military action will restore order. A mountain official suggests restoring order by boosting legitimate whisky flows into Manchester to replace moonshine stills.
Local report from Galena Alabama quotes LL Morre of Quaker Valley warning that army worms are devouring all edible crops in the valley. He notes this pest has not appeared for nearly 30 years and urges farmers to seek guidance on control, promising assistance to victims of this destructive outbreak.
Detroit, July saw the Merchants and Manufacturers $1000 stake race with Stregere narrowly failing to win as Kingmond led the field. The Queen and Royal Baron battled early, while Grivers and Kingmond exhibited skill and speed through multiple heats. Royal Baron and Success were noted contenders as spectators cheered a tense finish.
New York July 2 iron trade reports show prices nearly doubled for many raw materials and finished products over the past year. Supply delays persist under low priced contracts amid rising costs and uncertain deliveries. The Santa Peraut calendar and other advertised items appear amid broad market coverage, with firms noting scarce material and rising shipping charges.
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