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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 08, 1899

Page

8

Rebellion in Kowloon Eyed by Empress of Japan Voyage

Vancouver to Chicago dispatch reports a Kowloon uprising described by passengers from the Empress of Japan. British forces burn villages along the coast as they pursue rebels, with villagers fleeing, attacks on a railway, and executions of captured Chinamen by authorities.

Chicago Tribune Vancouver B. C Japan Kow Tloun Hong Kong Serie Ald Hetmselves Hose Kong Viliage Tn Te Yannnan China Dradstmnen

Otto Kuehne Elected Turn Verein Officer

The annual election of officers by the Topeka Turn Verein Thursday night elected Otto Kuchar as president Pred Krauss as vice president Max Thymiin as wee s Chas Hevnand as secretary Tone Beyer first Turnward Frank tech Jr second Turnward dubn Patel Henry Roppel John bolt trustees mis Koehric steward John Barrett entertained Chintee Tone Jon Barrett minister to Sicily during the Cleveland administration spoke at the Caifan Lewelle Stub about the Philippines importance to the United States Epidemic Among Horses Pittsburg Kan June 1 A disease among horses similar to epizootic has broken out with many cases fatally. Farmers report many cases and veterinarians are busy with calls. The disease usually runs three weeks.

Topeka Turn Verein Otte Kuchar Pred Krauss Max Thymiin Wees Chas Hevnand Tone Beyer Tirst “Turnward Frank Tech, Jr Dubn Patel Henry Roppel John Bolt Trusees Mis Koehric Steward Jobn Barrett Tone Jon Barrett Sisin Cleveland Jeuuert Philippines United States Fittsburg Kan

Postum Settles Coffee Woes for Oakland Bookkeeper

A grocery store bookkeeper testifies that Postum eased her stomach trouble caused by coffee. She notes proper brewing takes about twenty five minutes and that once prepared correctly Postum becomes a delicious coffee substitute. She recommends it to customers and mentions family members who now enjoy it. Best wishes from F. F. A274 Market St Oakland Cal.

Tam F. F Market St Oakland Cal

Turpentine Fire Destroys Augusta Store Worth Million

A turpentine fire at Davenport Winery in Augusta Ga destroyed a store valued near a half million to a million dollars. The blaze started in a turpentine pot where rosin melted and mixed with turpentine. The flames spread to a nearby area causing significant damage and forcing emergency response. Firefighters fought the blaze as ammunition in armors reportedly burned and embers blew toward adjacent structures.

Augusta Augista Agusta Davenport Vainisy James Saramnay Stacin

Three Milwaukee Residents Poisoned After Beer Drink

Police pursue a suspect after Mrs. Mary Folgar aged 65 and Mrs. J Hien Wool 45 and Joseph Morrissey 63 were said to be dangerously ill from drinking a beer at Mraidhar's residence in Silver City suburb, Milwaukee. A man reportedly sought beer at a neighboring saloon and another attendee may have doctored the drink.

Milwauker Wie Mary Folgar J Hien Wool Joseph Morrissey Silver City Milwaukee Mraidhar Almailar

Editor McLaughlin Dead in Philadelphia Times Publisher Passes

Philadelphia news reports editor Vincent McLaughlin of the Philadelphia Times died at his home at 2 this morning after months of pulmonary and stomach troubles. He left a wife and two children and had been publisher and editor after his father Frank McLaughlin died about 18 months earlier.

Philadelphia Mc Laughlin Philadelphia Times Mc- Taustiin Times Ion Frank Mchaughlin McLaughlin

Choate Hopes for U S Canada Settlement Accord

London reports United States ambassador Joseph A. Choate expects Washington to approve a compromise on the Alaska question and the division in the high commission. He has guided a US favorable arrangement aided by Canadian actions this past week as Lord Strathcona God Mount Royal and Mr Chamberlain with the Marquis of Salisbury agree on terms.

London United States Joseph A. Choate Washington Choate Lord Stratinona

Gold From Lower California Placer Sighted Near Ensenada

San Diego reports from Ensenada that the steamer St. Denis has arrived at San Qu Ban Hoque bringing from 35 to 40 pounds of gold from the new placer. The reports do not justify a rush to the Sierra Pinta mines but confirm there is paid in amounts for experienced operators, with one estimate of $5 to $10 per day for prospectors.

San Diego Cass Ensenada California St. Denis San Qu Ban Hoque Ennaraca

Poll Down Elevator Shaft Washington June

John J. Lalor translator in the mint office died after a fall down an elevator shaft in the treasury area while Jost Bishalnnee and others reported the incident. Lalor was a noted writer on political economy and an encyclopedia author. Also noted health reports from Havana and Puerto Principe. Nine deaths from heat in New York as of noon, thermometer at 91.

Washington John J. Lalor Mint Jost Bishalnnee Treasury Lalor Brooke Havana War Department Puerto Principe New York

Automobile Club of America formed at Waldorf Astoria

New York June s founding meeting of the Automobile Club of America elected Gua F Chamberlain as president and Hooter W Hedge as secretary. A constitution and by laws committee was named with General Grorse Moore Smith Charles J Fint and others. Temporary treasurer William E Tusby chosen. Club aims to advance auto ownership and obtain a club house and stable and seek favorable legislation.

New York Waldorf-Astoria Automobile Club of America Gua. F. Chamberlain Hooter W. Hedge Grorse Moore Smith Charles J. Fint Whitney Lyon Rae Frank Hollister William Htim William E. Tusby Ttme

Will Leland Resign Over Pension Agent Plot

Editor Sam Peters of the Wewton Kansan argues that United States pension agent at Topeka should resign to make way for General Fred Funston. He asserts Leland’s resignation would please veterans and the nation, and urges Funston’s appointment as a federal judge position in Kansas remains implied.

Sam FR. Peters Wewton Kansan Wonor Fred Funston Cyceland Peters Kansas Leland Hook Mr Hook Piters Newton Elis Finston United States Pension Agent Topeka Jiand Pred Funston Ransts

Brief Telegrams From Across the Nation and Europe

A compilation of terse items notes a Pittsburgh sheet metal conference set for June 1, a mine sale in Michigan after 17 idle years, Hetty Green’s tax title case ruling near $2.9 million, Sutton’s 150 to 0 win in a Chicago boxing match, a fruit packers exhibit planned for Philadelphia, Dreyfus telegrams from Paris, McCune’s victory over Ryan in Detroit, a Dead Man’s Island claimant in Vancouver, and 1843 patent references tied to Madrid.

Chicseo Tom McCune Destroit George Hyan Milwaukee Te Adelphi Mecune Vancouver Dead Man's Island New Westminster Mogeland

Hill Full of Copper and Corporate Ventures

St Louis reports June notes on A F Shotwell of Alta Mead Arin with Mark Clartend and partners forming Aviana United Supper Riming camper. A capital stock figure appears and papers sent to Taewon for firing. They claim thirty five acres in Kitin county fifty miles south of Gin Begs on the Southern Pacific railway. J C cabie yards of ore and sil ore estimates and plans for milling plants. Shotwell travels to Denver to buy machinery. London May board of trade notes imports up £2,070,400 and exports up £5,128,900.

St. Louis A. F. Shotwell Alta Mead Arin Mark Clartend A. Hotter James Ht. Kinealy William H. Hommethies Prat al We Waidaur Robert Stooken St. Coulege Arieoun Aviana United Supper Riming Camper Siassebinw Taewon Figgwail Mark HK. Charland Te Company Kitin County Ania Gin Begs Pacife Onsits Tee J. C. Cabie Aheeat BA Tame Confey Jimeriy Mir Shotwell Denver Col

Would Not Suffer So Again For Fifty Times Its Price

Fragmentary account describes severe stomach pains and illness after a prior experience. The speaker mentions waking in pain and references work, a remedy, and locations including Washington and Sky Pa. The text is garbled with misspellings and unreadable portions.

Miller & McCqurry Afty Tines

Princess Chimay Weak After Shock From Rigo's Death

London reports Princess Chimay remains in a stupor following the death of Rigo. Clara Ward of Detroit, once married to Chimay, is described as beautiful yet impulsive, with a history of high society scandal and multiple marriages.

Rigo London June Calra Chimay Ites Dlea Hau Inden Ieee Boces Alexandria Clara | Ward All Eber Ward Detroit Beni Clara Ward Prince Joseph de Chimay de Carumin Paris Lord Lytant Whitelaw Heid Prince Galkiwin Goswipe Joulossa Europe Mainy Janesi Bigo Chia

But One Meal Missed By the Goldiera Since They Have Been Fighting in the Philippines

Report by Gen Otis in Manila details subsistence for the army in trenches and advance, noting prompt supply of rations including fresh beef bread bacon and vegetables. Major Fitzhugh cites consistent deliveries, two day travel rations, canned meats and milk, fresh beer and fruit, transported by rail cart and tail, with high efficiency in transport and storage.

Philippines Washington Jane Otis Manin Vince Hubert E. Fitzhugh Australia United States

Card of Thanks to Remedy Makers for Farm Benefit

A Des Moines note of thanks from Mrs. J. Doty acknowledges a remedy that aided her farm family during coughing and other illnesses. She expresses debt to the remedy manufacturers and sends hearty appreciation with respectful greetings.

Doty Des Moines Ta. Mortale

Stratton's Mine Prosperity and Powerful Ore Body

The Independence mine and Stratton's holdings on the Colorado front are described as a vast ore field with 100 acres of surrounding claims. The property, staked July 4, 28 by W S Stratton, is projected for heavy production for years, with $7,000,000 in sight and 34,000,000 gross value. development costs are offset by Stratton's other income. The article details the mine’s extensive underground workings, a 30,000-foot drift, a 300-foot shaft, high-capacity pumps, boilers, hoists, air compressors, and an electric plant, all built to support future expansion and profitability.

Qeicans Imea-Democrat Colorado Springs Gazette London Independence W. 5 Stratton Washington Bross Deitiz Rickard Sten Litsa Ms Credit Flere Hota Strate Ingersoll-Sargeant Norwalk Boxe Ground

Posed to Wonder at Ultra-Impressionist Works

A New Orleans art lover recalls viewing Jerely's Milan Street from a distance to grasp the realism behind chaotic brushwork. The critic notes painters keep leaning back with nearly closed eyes to simulate distance and light, revealing the scene’s life from afar. No better equipped shop nor finer watchmakers than Campbell's, 625 Kansas avenue.

New Orleans Jerely New York Milan Maigic Jove Tye Campbell's Kansas Avenue

Agley Found Guilty in Macomb Robbery Trial

Hartville Mo June Jake Fagley convicted of participation in the Macomb express robbery of Kansas City Fort Scott and Memphis line January last. Jury set his sentence at twelve years in prison. Fagley, a former farmer and former justice of the peace, has a varied civic past. Other accused in the Macomb case, including Hill Jtyan and John Kennedy, await trial.

Macomb Hartville Jake Fagley Kansas City Fugly Wright County Popuilist Ye Hill Jtyan John Kennedy

The Star Grocery Offers Wide Savings On Groceries

The Star Grocery promotes bulk savings with low prices on sugar, coffee, butter, lard, canned goods, baking supplies, spices, and breakfast items. It claims 5 to 10 cent per pound reductions versus regular prices and advertises mail orders shipped promptly from 112 East Street.

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Otto Kuehne Topeka Turn Verein M’laughlin Longllness Lower Automobile Club The Sam Peters General Funston Youngstown Janes G. Battell Atmnufacturers ® Association Serpetary Jarrett Tropsfid Steel Sheet Manufacturers’ Association Pittsburg Istipeming Afieh A. B. Miner Isto Hetty Green United States Circuit Court of Appeals Sutton Carter San Francisco Madame Dreyfus Madrit Board of Trade Munyon Arch St Phiten Princess Chimay Calumet NGME Stratton’s Mine Sale Agley Sir Walter Scott T Andrew Abbotsford Miss Scott Camp Walter Trier Maida Grensarry Scott Hins Minsfeldt Hint Tod Editia Wales the Star Grocery J. S. Sprout Prop East Aetrest Java Fancy Santos Lion Arbuckle Armour’s Columbia Gate Warren Alaska Baltimore Deans Barly Boston
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