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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1902
Page
5
A Milwaukee reader testifies that Lydia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound cured years of female ailments after doctors failed. He credits hot bottles and plant tonic with restoring health and urges others, especially women, to consult Mrs Pinkham for free advice at Leon, Massachusetts.
A detailed account describes the wedding of Miss Emma White and Mr Arthur Mitt to be held Wednesday night at the bride’s mother home 109 Palmare street. It also notes numerous social gatherings and parties for Miss Bike Merallie and other society figures with many out-of-town guests expected and a Wedding breakfast planned at 8 30.
A booklet with details and conditions of the contest is available at F. W. Swenaringen's Jewelry Store, 724 Kansas Avenue, or can be obtained by writing to the Cudahy Packing Co, Topeka.
Mrs. Frank Patterson faces threats amid a fortnight of worry as families prepare for upcoming visits. Mrs. Burton Mudge travels to Topeka for events while Miss Gedts Adams from Oakland and Miss Florence Miller from Rankaw City host summer stays in Topeka. Social gatherings include a Phi Lacon meeting in Kansas City and a Daughters of the American Revolution celebration at Lecompton on June 14.
In Elkorado Kan on June 11 Judge Aikman refused a change of venue for Jessie Morrison who killed Mrs City Conte, with the defendant’s attorneys claiming prejudice. The case hinges on the public record of June 1 and ongoing pretrial proceedings as the court weighs venue concerns.
The Civic Improvement Society of Topeka requests the executive council address the poor state of the state house grounds and ensure the lawn is cared for. They propose funds, mowing, sprinkling, and improved grounds to present a pleasant view for visitors and flag a public improvement.
A long running bid for governor heats up as Emerson and allies in the Prohibition ranks tour Kansas. Williams, Butter, and reform leaders rally around Emerson with plans for law enforcement drives, fundraising, and joint debates across counties before November polls.
A garbled report describes Chitagd University buying bases of supply and expanding into Kankaa. It claims control of Miawithw academy and Holton Campbill university, with Bluwatha and Congrema Lorn operations. Rockefeller interests and President Harper influence reparatory branches.
An article notes the marriage of John Hassuh to Joan Habin in San Francisco on Sunday June 7. It mentions Lieutenant Haliseh, a Topeka shopman turned railroad administrator, who later served as a lieutenant in the Philippines and held a general manager post with the Lunon railroad.
A garbled report mentions Mol, A. MM, Bere, and a central committee member charged with aligning law actions. It references the Populist and Democratic factions and a candidate from navity, with Eugene Haus as a party figure seeking authorities’ guidance and potential supreme court involvement.
A chaotic dispatch shows Cyrus Leland denying involvement in a third district fight and condemning shadowed representation. The piece notes Erie Railroad plans a new daily fast train from Chicago to New York and Boston, with limited details and promotional tone, mentioning schedules and dining cars amid a crowded, truncated report.
A letter from Omata Neb requests outside harvest workers as Kingman county faces crop needs. The writer notes similar counties and urges publishing the appeal to secure at least 1,000 more laborers for threshing and field work in coming weeks. The author stresses need regardless of origin, as long as workers are suitable.
In Topeka on June 3 the Gentry Brothers' dog and pony show will exhibit at the Deltaet Gentry Frothers' location. The act promises a double herd of trained animals and a host of new tricks, aiming to impress with a national-feature display and a marshal’s band concert tomorrow at Garden Park.
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