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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1900
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Munyon's Inhaler as a remedy for colds coughs hay fever bronchitis asthma and other throat and lung diseases. The misspelled text hints at patent medicine branding and generic claims common to early 20th century newspapers, with emphasis on relief for respiratory ailments.
Real estate transfers show multiple entries with buyer and seller names, street addresses, and dollar amounts. Entries include Goddard and wife to City Geel Estate Cy for $100, and Howard and wife on Musee avenues, plus various street transfers on 43 Bowers and 12 Fret Ave among others.
Fragmented OCR details a political scene with references to a favorite son, California delegates, and preparations for a national convention in Philadelphia. Mentions Irving M Scott and San Francisco figures, with tense notes on Republican men and California delegation aims.
In New York on a crowded night, Walcott faces strong opponent Charlemont with anticipation of a decisive outcome. The report sketches the crowd fever, fiery exchanges, and a rising tension as punches fly and a dramatic finish nears.
Social and personal items recount a June wedding in Stiles, with Rev Cosenbs officiating and the couple residing at Evanston Park in Kansas City. The column lists numerous acquaintances, teas, dinners, and visits, plus a Kansas City bride and Topkea social circle, ending with notes on graduations, receptions, and summer travels among families and friends.
Chicago Inter Ocean files suit against the Associated Press of New York seeking a temporary injunction to bar use of the AP name in Illinois. The complaint alleges a move to form a new AP organization and take over news distribution from Illinois, naming Melville Stone and other directors. The measure aims to prevent business interference and prevent recruiting among Illinois AP members.
The Frank Elliott libel case, moved from Doniphan county court to the court of appeals, was argued this morning by G. C. Clemens. The appeal seeks trial on grounds that the jury was improperly instructed and the information failed to state an offense. The article Helene was allegedly clipped from the Withera Star. The case is taken under advisement. The cases against Pool Grinstead of the Wathena Star and Abel have been appealed from Doniphan county and advanced. hearing scheduled for this evening. Harvey Harvey are attorneys for Gringine
A weather summary notes rain in southern Kansas on Monday. Rain up to 31 o'clock measured one hundredth of an inch. The maximum temperature reached 69 and the wind was southwest at six miles per hour. Forecast calls for fair today, party cloudy tonight with thunderstorms in the east portion and warmer conditions in the west. Wednesday probably fair.
A dispute centers on improvement bonds bought by the state agricultural college in Olathe drawing an attorney general investigation led by Fr. HL Tracy. The sale funded public improvements and prompted an injunction request in district court. A check payback is at issue and the college officials had foregone a payment. litigation may halt the bond payment.
London June 1 A combining slate United Bleachers Association Limited is registered with capital 1,600,000. The most important whitening firms in the country have joined the new organization.
In a northern Alaska winter the narrator and companion maintain a snug cabin amid subzero days and brief daylight. They describe jury verdicts on mining claims, aurora displays, and a Christmas dinner with fellow miners, noting frozen vegetables cooked to provide a hearty feast.
Washington reports Major General Otis supplied a Teoma extract showing from February 10 to April 14 at Manila port 230000 bales of hemp and more arriving as fast as ships can be secured to transport it The receipts this year equal those of preceding years The report notes authorities threats to kill natives found cleaning hemp to keep up high prices
On Sunday at Grace Cathedral Rt Rev Frank R Millspaugh ordained to the priesthood Rev Arthur Trippe Rev Charles Heath Powell and deacon Lionel G Morony. Dr Beatty preached to Trippe and Morony’s gospeler duties noted with solemn rites. Powell and Morony assigned to multiple parishes in Kansas with Morning sermon at North Topeka.
City updates report Nets McConnell, the dog tax collector, has collected over 650 from dog owners and others, with plans to audit city finances as he reviews cash on hand. Toon park expansion is described, adding 126 feet in length and TH feet in width, while rain delayed new building intersections. An alley between Western and Firmore and Twelfth and Huntoon will be paved to connect with Huntoon Street. Miss Teresa Smith, assistant city clerk, takes three months’ leave to visit Clay Center. Miles Halman will act as assistant. In trade news, fourteen carloads of paper making machinery shipped from Beloit to Shanghai, marking a potential first for American-made equipment to China.
A sprawling Topeka column lists local events from church services to school and civic notices. It notes memorial services at First Baptist, a Republican committee HQ at the old court house, and planned rallies while touching on weather, harvests, strawberries, and social club activities across Topeka and nearby towns.
A class of six graduated from Washburn academy last evening. The graduates include Miss Gertrude Reokin Sid Mestre, Condi W Veet Evens George W Havereaves Walter B Melavenne and Arthur L Quest. The platform was decorated with palms, daisies and streamers in white on a blue background. An ADI Service was delivered by four men. Local institutions were mentioned with political notes.
A flood of testimonials from readers across the United States endorses Peruna Medicine. Letters describe improved health, strength, and mood after using the tonic, urging others to try it and request a free booklet on nerve weakness and related illnesses. The July heat is cited as a trigger for nervous strain, with advice to fortify the nervous system.
In a fragmentary report Arthur Lewis Quant notes the academy awarded diplomas to six graduates, while twenty others would enter as freshmen if meeting requirements. The college offered a fourth scholarship. Gertrude Rankin is mentioned among students, with irregularities delaying graduation.
Names and travels fill a community column including visits by John Atkina of Las Vegas to D. A. Wier family, Rosy and Mr Will Mason of Albuquerque, Mrs Skinner's trip to Chicago and Ohio, a sale advertisement for Cortley and Post's, and church guilds meeting at Mrs Sheidam's home on Kansas avenue along with notes on a gasoline launch sold to George King and taken to Cottonwood Falls.
Special sale advertisement lists lawn and yard items at low prices including hemstitched merchandise and white goods. Mentions household items, silk hanes, cigars, and various miscellaneous goods with limited readability. Contains placeholder phrases and likely damaged text from OCR.
A social note reports Mrs Mary Jest and Mr S C Miller visiting at the Greenway residence on the street for the past week. They returned to Scranton today accompanied by Miss Greenway who will be her guest at home.
Louisville dispatch reports a feud in Kentucky court over Philpot and the killing of Felix Dus. Witnesses refused service and jurors waited all day. townspeople fear trouble between the Philpot and Griffin factions ahead, with rumors of Governor Rackham involvement.
Former Gees $100,000. Governor Drake bssal contributed $200,000 In various bepefad Hons te GremRote Lhelmstitet boc Santa Fe Route Account Republican National converp tion. Tickets on sale Tube M-15-16 good ae dune B Choice of routes. See T. L King agent AT. 4&5 F for particulars.
Philadelphia and return fare set at 80 dollars via Banta Fe Route account. Tickets on sale June 14 15 16 with details available from station agents. Call for particulars for readers seeking the latest Journal listings this week.
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