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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1899
Page
7
An OCR fragment promotes MME VALE S Beautifying System with unclear copy about lathes saline cereal and a Valle based promise. The readable text hints at cosmetics or beauty devices and a claimed real effect but provides no verifiable details or context.
A fragmented notice mentions Beale and a mass ceremony with names and ages unclear. The text references a secret and a list of individuals connected to an event, with damaged phrasing and unreadable details. The readable elements include names like Meith Sha and Mass pisyoptasst Dune Ty.
A historical listing of Yale Beauty Department products and prices including Skin Food Wristies Festores and various preparations. The document notes hand whitening creams and facial tonics, with reference to mail orders and regional availability across America.
A June garden party at Mrs F Oh Popenoe’s Highland Park home drew a bright, convivial crowd amid wildflowers and blooming shrubs. Guests praised the setting, the flowers, and the festive atmosphere, with plans and travels mentioned for the near future as society circles shift through Topeka society and nearby towns.
Reverend Doctor Jesse L. Hurlburt of New York challenged exact birth dates of Christ and the age of Solomon during the state convention. Delegates reacted with astonishment as he argued historians offer no definite birth date for Christ. The session moved on amid stirred silence. Also noted are upcoming races and horse show events at the fairgrounds June 20 21 22 and 23.
Modoc Club presented Filipino a Success with strong vocal work and lively chorus last night at the Grand Opera House. Performers Adrian Sherman Frank Weightman H S Lawrence L McCall and others carried the production with engaging numbers and a cake walk sequence. The show will be repeated tonight drawing a capacity audience and positive reactions from attendees.
A private letter from a distinguished Cuban now in the United States describes a plan by insurrectionist leaders to provoke American recognition within two years and then use a scorched earth campaign to destroy foreign investments across Cuba. The writer warns that burning cane fields could wipe out thousands of dollars in value overnight.
Police raided 123 Topeka Avenue run by Mrs Anni Hagan. Officers arrested Mrs Ragan and two inmates Inez Tagan and Emma McParland. In police court Judge Guy delayed ruling until the 14th at 4.00 pm and warned of a $200 maximum fine for all three if they do not move.
Two Kansas legislators, J. M. Miller and W. J. Bailey, emerged as Henderson supporters in the race for the next Speaker of the House. Miller had urged Henderson in letters, followed by Bailey signaling his backing after Wisconsin delegates declared for Henderson. The show of cross state backing narrows the field to two Kansans aligned with Henderson.
Chicago reports that Wabash freshmen papered the chapel with paint and people, defacing buildings to celebrate a baseball win. Leaders Layton and Henry faced suspension and expulsion, with the faculty punishing individuals rather than groups. The entire class was barred from final exams and may be reinstated next fall.
A hotel run exclusively by women for women is planned in Chicago within two weeks. The Laurel Club Hotel will occupy the Tickelles Annex on Michigan Avenue with a ten year lease. Four women form the directory and will manage. women clerks employed. men only as porters. Chaperones for social events will be provided.
Julia Dent Grant and her mother Mrs Frederick D Grant arrived in Chicago to stay a week or more as guests of Mrs BH Honors on Michigan Avenue. Miss Grant cannot confirm details of her upcoming wedding to Prince Cantacugene with the date or venue undecided. She will visit Newport with her aunt Mrs Potter Palmer and spend the remainder of summer visiting friends on the eastern resorts.
Denver June union of smelter workers has been recognized by American Smelting & Refining. A conference between union committee and company chairman Jus B Grant set wages for eight hours at 158 percent with hourly pay and optional overtime. If no amicable settlement, case to state arbitration. Samuel Gompers predicts no strike and fair terms for eight hours as ten to twelve.
The Modern Woodmen of America in Kansas City elected officers for its various posts. Names include W. A. Northcott as head consul Daniel E Hornetown as head adviser Charles W. Hawes as head clerk and Frani R. Crocker as banker. Several state representatives and a board of directors were named with officers listed across Illinois Iowa Missouri Michigan Minnesota Nebraska and other states.
New York reports the city of Olympia presents a Bronte panel for the battleship Olympia to honor Admiral Dewey. The panel features Victory and a scroll with Gridley’s line, and a dedication from Olympia and Washington. Designers D. French and Paul Morrin created the piece. James A. Haight reviews it for display in Olympia.
Police Matron Thorpe acknowledges contributions for the poor children's fund from multiple donors including Geo B Palmer ML KR club Wendella Stillweil Mrs Beneniel Mrs Bates and Mrs Fran. A report notes severe plague in Alexandria Egypt with 7 deaths and 21 cases. Travel specials advertise $24 return tickets to Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and $2400 rock island routes with further reductions on Union Pacific to Portland and Puget Sound points.
Classified real estate notices show multiple rental offers for rooms and cottages in Topeka and nearby streets. Includes properties on Pak, Jefferson, Topeka avenues, and northeast corner Lincoln, with contact via Benedict & Co or individual names. Also features sales ads for livestock, furniture, organs, and miscellaneous items along with loan and insurance listings.
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