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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jul 21, 1898

Page

7

Prescription for Women Promotes Health and Reforms

An article touts Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a cure for female ailments. It claims to strengthen and revitalize women, ease pains, and support maternity, noting decades of use and broad sales. Testimonials from users and a Buffalo physician are included.

Sontag Pierce R. Vae Arid von Butalo Mim. N. Messler Erin It Avenue New York Mercenary Desiers

Liability for Sea Horror Sets Duty of La Bourgogne Owners

A Philadelphia report outlines how the La Huene sinking prompts debate over French crew liability. It cites the Holmes case and the ship William Brown tragedy near Nova Scotia, noting the captain’s duty to save passengers and the evolving international law on self preservation and crew responsibility.

la Bourgogne Philadelphia Tridwell England United States Menrist Holmes David Paul Brown Willam Brown Nova Scotia Moreh Wi Motmnes Himen Abuve el Cuneta Hulies United Tech Cnrt Aullor

Maine sardine trust seeks secure of 60 factories

The Sardine Trust based in Bangor with New York backing claims forty factories already secured and negotiations ongoing to obtain the rest. Opposition from Wolff and Reaing of New York resists, while directors Meghes Neyes, Gifford, and Hobix travel to New York to press outcomes. Deeds for forty concerns await payment at Hartford and pending transfers.

Bangor Maine Fardine Trust New York Fem Wolff & Reeaing Thom John T. Meghesney James 3. Gifford W. 5 Hobix Permiona New Fork Geme Wolff Pete Hopey Hantpert Jesnica

Omaha Exposition Promises Grand World’s Fair Experience

June 1 to October 71st marks the Grand Exposition planned for the United States. Located near the Missouri and Mississippi Valleys, it promises accessible travel with through tickets and stopovers. Reduced excursion rates via Burlington Route and associ ated lines, with agents Wakeley and Towle handling passes and tickets. Doctor Wake Dr. Davis’ Anti-headache advertisement appears among the notices.

Missouri Mississippi Omaha Burlington Opi Arery Ometa

Porto Rico and Cuba Compared in Desirable Qualities

A Times Herald writer discusses Porto Rico as the superior Caribbean colony, praising climate, fertility, crops, and resources. He asserts Puerto Rico’s people are healthy, intelligent, and virtuous, contrasts with Cuba, and envisions Porto Rico as a future American state within ten years.

Western Manufacturers Halt Book Paper Production Briefly

Appratoe Wisconsin July 21 report says Western Book Paper Makers have paused production for several months. The shutdown affects the Wisconsin and Michigan facilities and about four million tons of daily capacity, with machines idle or shift to writing paper. A price rise for book paper is anticipated after a Chicago meeting last week.

Appratoe Wis Mary Chicago

Brewers Seek Temperance and Can Trade Ban

Chicago July 22 United States Brewers Association supports temperance and favors abolition of the can trade. Members urge retailers to reduce license charges and seek a drastic cut in taxes to promote beer reform. The circular argues the aim is fewer drinkers and a shift in public appeals toward temperance advocacy.

Brewers’ Association Chicago United States Jess Teres

Caled Grim-O Children Drink Appetizer Nourishing Feed

A description extols Caled Grim-O as a delicious nourishing drink to replace coffee for children and adults. It is claimed to be free from injurious properties and strengthens nerves, not a stimulant, with costs comparable to coffee. Also mentions Pearless team Laundry for shirts that won’t fade.

Walsta Laundred Peariess Team Laundry

Patriotism Dominates Talks As Populists Unite on War Credit

In a conference at the National Inghist, populist leaders and state central committee members vow to keep patriotism at the forefront of campaigning. Republican candidates plan to claim credit for the war, framing it as a Republican war while urging discussion of taxes on corporations. District speaking dates are set for August, with several districts not yet assigned speakers.

Congress State Central Committee Campulen Cinferente National Inez Dieht Harris Botkin Uenis Mney Harris Jiah New Jersey Cimpton Tnto Secord

Cubans Must Be Patient in Washington Remarks

A New York dispatch reports a cabinet member warning on Cuban conduct amid U S planning in Cuba and Puerto Rico. He cautions Cubans not to resist through rebellion and urges restraint to avoid provoking U S forces while stressing self interest could influence Cubans if they reflect. The piece notes administration hopes for cooperation and the risk of prolonged conflict if Spaniards are excluded from governance.

New York Washington Santina United States Cuba Terltnd Milndster Cubist Spinkkh Cubin Spain Cubs Puerto Rico Unitedtates United Rented Tess Troutie Toole Porte Tenn Vallen Porto Tt Ia Polley Ware Lutve Santiago Santaga War Department

Harvesters leg lost in failed theft attempt at rite

Fiutchinson July IL Edward Rudi of Patepiay Calwin worked harvesting in Kanshe and threshing when he tried to cross a road ditch and was struck by a freight train at about 1 AM His leg was crushed and amputated below the knee to save his life Electric fans and dining car features are noted Editor John Bevine of the Press Anthon Iowa says remedies are trusted for colic cholera and diarrhea and has recommended Chamberlains products for fifteen years Sold by all druggists.

Fiutchinson Edward Rudi Patepiay Calwin Kanshe Tridnere John Bevine Anthon Towa Chamberlain Baye Honire Saio Ihy

Taken for a Burglar A Roosevelt Kin Adventure

New York July 21 E C Roosevelt cousin of Theodore Roosevelt of the Roush Riders was mistaken for a burglar in Mount Vernon and nearly shot. He entered Weber's hotel slept, awoke found doors locked and escaped through a yard window. Night Watchman Lynch arrested him as a possible intruder before Roosevelt explained the mix up.

New York E. C. Roosevelt Theodore Roosevelt Mount Vernon Roosevelt Weber Pelham Manor Mr. Tiebesgelty Ull Sam Levy Galen Mr. Roosevelt Lynch Poles Wan

Malice in Them Supposed Kansas Troop Fronted

Senator Harris rejects reports that Kansas troops are ill treated or unfit for service. He defends officers, notes Twenty second and Twenty first Kansas regiments faced gear delays yet will perform well. He cites Adjutant General Corbin confirming no discrimination and says Kansas troops will go when needed.

W. A. Harris Kand Prpntiar Aftioens Inderstand Harris Kaneas Kansas Chase Doster Camp Alger Abil Kane

OUR P. D. IN HAWAII

Postmaster General Emory Smith said the U S domestic postal service would extend to the Hawaiian Islands once the flag is raised there. Details await, but changes to the Palauan system will be minimized. Regular rates apply within islands, with potential rate adjustments for sea routes. A large Honolulu office for stamps and money orders is likely.

Washington Jaly Emory Smith United States Honolulu

Camp Thomas Camp Saloons Closed by Wives Demand

Petitioning wives and mothers of soldiers at Camp Thomas have pressured the camp, closing three regimental canteens and threatening more closures. General Trouke reportedly cannot override army regulations, despite sympathy from the WTU. Bread supply details tied to local bakery near Lytle are noted, with bakers and daily bread deliveries mentioned.

Chickamenga Ark Camp Thomas Hhrtsuft Edinp Conten Fx Doltue Trouke Carp Thomas Lytle Lakery

Bustontans Booked for Crawford Theater Appearance

Late yesterday E. F. Brigham, Crawford theater representative, closed a contract with The Hawanians for an appearance at the Crawford theater in the coming season. A $1.00 guarantee was paid to secure the date, which has not yet been fixed but likely midseason. The event is suggested to be an opera presentation. Also advertised are summer tourist tickets to Colorado for $24 and a Topeka to Omaha train option via Santa Fe Route. Mineral Water is advertised as “the best in the west.”

Brigham Bockine Crawford Theater New York City Hawanians Colorado

Picnic Set For Labor Day Under Topeka Plans

Last night at Weber hall grocers and butchers joined the Commercial club Trades and Labor assembly Auditorium committee and Merchants' federation to organize the second annual picnic on September 5 Labor Day. A committee was named to pick a site and invites go to grocers associations within 100 miles and the Atchison association with a band to attend.

Ageoutation Weber's Hall Commercial Club Trades and Labor Assembly Auditorium Committee Merchants’ Federation Wilcox WW. F. Weber Willian Dranefeld Association Garfield and James’ Parks Fairgrounds James’ Park Kansas Avenue Garfield Park Nicnic Fune Warner Charles Welff RH. Cresiles Topeka Atchison Association Uni Trades Assembly Tl Kansan Avenue

Soldiers Left at Camp Merritt After Manila Embarkation

After troops sail to Manila aboard the Rio de Jaciro on Friday, Camp Merritt will retain 7,818 enlisted and officers across three brigades including First brigade units like Wattalson engineers and California heavy artillery, Second brigade with Twentyeth Kansas and First Tennessee, and Third brigade with Seventh California and Fifty-first Town. Remaining troops move to Presidio camping grounds as water supply is piped. Centennial may serve as transport, Sakine and Alliance to carry New York regiment to Honolulu.

San Francisco Manila Rio de Jaciro Camp Merritt Wattal— Son of Engineers Geld Hospital California Heavy Artillery Eighteenth Infantry Twenty-third Infantry Kansas Tennessee Pennsylvania California St. Paul Scandia Presidio Division Field Hospital Centennial Sakine and Alliance New York Regiment Hono-lula

ALFARO STRENGTH DECLARES AMNESTY TO ENEMIES

A dispatch from Panama quotes Ecuadorian President Alfaro announcing a decree granting general amnesty to political enemies, with exceptions for Bishop Shor miler and Mawsia for inciting revolution. He denies invasion threats and claims troops are ready on the frontier to defend the liberal government.

New York The Herald Panama Alfaro Republic of Ecuador United States Europe Shormiler Mawsia Owlig Hty Tut Treapa Pullasd Petre Uberal AL Alfaro

Mines to Stay in Hampton Roads Strait

Norfolk Va July 2 The engineer officer of the port recommends leaving the mines in Hampton Roads. Swift currents and deep lower Checapenite make replacement risky during sudden attacks.

Norfolk, van. Sary Hampton Roads Esse

Spanish prisoners at Seavey Island report sickness and deaths

The latest tally shows many Spanish prisoners sick at Seavey Island stockades and in hospital, with six deaths reported yesterday. Navy yard officials received Admiral Cervera’s telegraph requesting a two week parole for the Spanish officers, and a letter expresses thanks for the courtesy shown by Americans.

Portsmouth Nhs Jury Ca Seavey's Island Stockades Hierard Navy Yard Cervera Tila

One Woman's Wrath at Morland Jewelry Store

Mrs Morland smashed a Morland Jewelry storefront after entering the shop knocking in doors and windows while another man brandished a revolver to deter interference. Police officer Shurtleff took her into custody but no formal complaint was filed and she left for Decatur county. Morland intends to continue the business.

Neodisha J. M. Morland Shurtleff J.D. Brown

Chaplain Barney Kelly Not in Cuba Says Reporter

Independence Reporter notes rumors that Chaplain Barney Kelly has gone to Cuba with the front. It recalls his unit was at Fort Bliss near El Paso Texas with a small detachments and family, and expresses hope he remains there rather than joining the Eighteenth Infantry marching toward Manila.

Independence Barney Kelly Barney Cuba Kelly Leutenant Fort Biss el Paso Texas Eighteenth Infantry Pacific Dewey Munilia

Fire at Salina damages C. Eberhardt residence

Salina July 21 The handsome 41000 house of C. Eberhardt badly damaged by fire origin unknown. Property insured for 5000 with several companies.

C. Eberhardt Salina

Spanish armed yacht Giralda tests Moorish neutrality in Tangier

Tangier July reports say the Spanish armed yacht Giralda arrived to test Moorish neutrality law knowledge. The Moorish affairs minister ordered the vessel to leave within twenty four hours, prompting the ship to proceed to Cadiz.

Tangier Morocco Giralds Gtr- Akla Cadia

Friesland Breaks Shaft on Voyage to New York

The Steamer Prieslang from Antwerp bound for New York was reported to have broken her shaft after departing on July 14, while Friesland which sighted her on July 18 was processing damage slowly under steam and awaiting information on the incident.

Friesland New York Trave Prieslang Antwerp Stent

Justice Stabs a Client in Sedgwick Court Case

Wichita July B C L Foster justice of the peace bound over to district court under 1001 for stabbing laborer Howant 7m. The men became involved in a sharcatthn with injuries noted and the incident referred to a court action.

Wichita C. L. Foster Sedgwick District Court Howant Ingham

Prince Henry Sails from Kiao Chow to Viadstock

Prince Henry of Prussia commands the German squadron bound for Asiatic waters. The fleet sailed from Kiao Chou en route to Viadstock as part of ongoing naval movements.

Prince Henry Shanghai Prince Henry of Prussia Asiatic Waitin Kiao Chou Viadsvestock

Unlikely duo set for European trip aboard Campania

David Moffat, Colorado banker and silver king, and Tom Gay, Fifth Avenue hotel head waiter, traveled together from New York aboard the Campania bound for a distant European journey funded by Moffat. The pair, longtime friends, met amid lavish hospitality and promises of travel, while a prior bank robbery anecdote underscored the era's bold schemes, leaving the details of their purpose abroad unclear.

New York David Moffa Colorado Tom Gay Fifth Avenue Mamie Thetwonen Moffet Golnar Ale Gay Rovidal Hkes Diaikes Phere Tae Campania Moffat Jay Feure Vieting First National Bank Denver Stringer Bell Dereciyea

Secret wedding tale travels through Zanesville city

In Zanesville, a secret wedding likely occurred years ago involving Carrie Thomas and a man named Tantum. A Philadelphia attorney Ray Banfield served as best man. Post ceremony rumors suggest divorce proceedings loom as Tantum allegedly discovers new affection for Banfield’s former lover.

Zanesville Carré Thomas Philadelphia Ray Bann Ths City Carrie Thomas Harveie Couse Jeff Bonlfield

Burning money in battle echoes of Spanish-American War

Siboney July 2 1898 First Sergeant Kenny of Grimes Battery recalls estimating Uncle Sam's expenditure as shells rained on the Spaniards. He notes fuse costs and firing roughly 200 shots, arguing the US nearly paid a $3,000 bill, praising careful positioning that kept soldiers alive. In Cripple Creek a July 21 saloon shooting left Cunningham dead and Daniel Sills wounded by two masked men who fled.

Siboney C. Kenny Highwood Chicago Grimes Rat United States Crippie Creek Colo T Cunningham Daniel Sills Cunningham Gold Field

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