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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 14, 1899

Page

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Swamp Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claims Free Sample

An old advertisement promotes Kilmer Swamp Root as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles. It urges readers to request a free sample by mail and to note the product name and the manufacturer in Binghamton New York. The copy links kidney health to overall well being and lists ailments tied to kidney issues, including back ache and uric acid problems. It appeals to both men and women and claims wide clinical testing and testimonials. The notice invites readers to mention the Topeka Daily State Journal when sending their address.

Ire Kilmer Bright Kulmer Topeka Daily State Journal Dr. Kilmer & Co Binghamton, N

Collision at sea sinks Hamilton and saves nineteen from crew

A collision near Long Branch between the New York bound Hamilton and the German steamer Macedonia left a large hole in the Hamilton. Nineteen of the Macedonia crew were saved, along with three passengers and ten crew members from the Macedonian. One lifeboat containing Captain Ruthall and others disappeared. Four Christensen children drowned in the Platte River while attempting a rescue.

New York Hamilton Norfolk Newport News Macedonia Tao Moses Walton Ford T. Hansen A. J. Ebberley Ineturtt H W. Mags A. Arnhardt H. Leon Kuthal Judeknecks Charlee W. Moss F Wright Herman Brandt Elzht Dolev Maredenta Longe New Jersey North Platte Neb Christensen Platte River

Democrats Summoned for New York Conference

Cincinnati report says Henry Peterson telegraphed leading Democratic figures who rally to rejoin the party. A June 1 to June 17 conference in New York is described as important for the party's direction and unity.

Gald Democrats Cincinnati Henry Peterson New York

Banished criminals remedy for crime proposed by Ann Arbor lawyer

A. F. Sawyer, famed Michigan attorney, told a Conserveational church audience in Ann Arbor that banishment is the proper treatment for criminals after sentence. He urged sending criminals to the Philippines as penal colonists to foster reform, arguing the hereditary influence of crime and the need for "barbarism" to repave morals, claiming missionary ethics hinder reform.

Ann ‘Arbor Mich A. F. Sawyer Michigan Adem Gantin of Eden Akainaldo Becaus Avor Moxico Canada Brazil Philippines Ctime

Thirteen Men Whipped in Omingavilin Disturbance Case

About thirty or forty men in Owingavilin Ky gathered at Willie Manley's house last night and whipped Massey with lashings. The mob then moved on to Mrs Hia Few near Maniey and destroyed her house before fleeing. Authorities consider the acts disorderly and threatening. the Missiley woman was forced to leave and the men dispersed.

Owingavilin Henguetven Willie Manley Thin Place Lok Massey Tle House Muma Maniey

Pabst Malt Extract Praised as Best Tonic

Advertising proof and physician endorsements underlie Pabst Malt Extract’s popularity. The "Best" Tonic is sold nationwide, reputed for purity, strength, and health benefits. Beware imitators claiming superiority as the official World’s Fair judge rated the original malt at 100 points.

United States

Hanna in New York on knee trouble and 1896 politics

Senator Marcus A. Hanna returned to the Waldorf Astoria after visiting Vice President Hobart at Normanhurst near Hollywood. He quips his knee is the main issue, weighs McKinley and Hobart renomination, and forecasts a Republican state ticket victory if Ohio asis falls. He plans a September Europe voyage aboard the St Louis.

New York Marcus A. Hanna Hobart Eee Normanhurst Hollywood Hanna McKinley Bryan Mr. Gorman Republica Chio Asis Henderson Europe

Tribute to Kiss Gould Volume Honoring War Service

Gen Joe Wheeler presents Miss Helen Miller Gould with a lavish war service volume, a 1000‑article compilation on Spain war efforts. The tablet bound book, 14 by 17 inches, red Russian leather, gold lettering, contains pasted notes and a dedication. Wheeler hopes Congress backs his plan for a gold medal recognizing Gould’s wartime patriotism and aid to troops.

Wheeler New York Helen Miller Gould Joe Wheeler Woldlert Spain Russia Misa Helen Miler Gould Joseph Wheeler Feld

Not in Potter's Field Philadelphia Memoir of Captain Dewey

In Philadelphia a funeral tale centers on Cay Samnurl Dewey known as Captain Dewey. He once lived in a Cherry Street tenement and owned North Carolina real estate. Private men sought to hide funeral costs and a prized agateware cup and saucer plus a valuable antique plate are noted. A manuscript biography of Dewey may exist locked in his grave spark.

Philadelphia Sesson Samnurl Dewey Aemitral Keto Mariner Capt. Dewey Hut Ierestine Hall North Carolina

TO WED A PRINCE Preparations For a Sixteen Year Old New Jersey Girl

New York reports 16 year old Miss Florence Hazzard daughter of a Shrewsbury ketchup magnate will wed Prince Averspore of Austria at Shrewsbury Manor. The couple plan a seashore summer, then Europe, with residence in New York where the prince will practice medicine.

New Jersey New York Florence Hazzard Prince Averspore Austria Shrewsbury Manor Hazzard Europe

U S Troops Deploy in Chase of U P Train Robbers

Cheyenne Wyoming June 14 Governor Richards ordered no militia detachment to join the pursuit. Captain Tom is to lead ten picked horsemen with pack gear for two weeks to meet United States Marshal Hadeen at TK mountain. Outlaws are reported on TK mountain north of Hole in the Wall. Nebraska bloodhounds expected to arrive soon and a quick capture is predicted.

Cheyenne Wyo Richards Buffalo Tom TK Mountain United States Hadeen T. K. Mountain Pig Horn Mountains Hole-in-the-Wall Nebraska

General Wood to Leave Santiago for New York and Washington

General Leonard Wood, military governor of Santiago, and his family will depart for Bat on New York and Washington today. He plans to return in about three weeks. The city council, in a special meeting, renamed the main residential street to Wood in his honor.

Wood Santiago de Cuba Leonard Wood Santiago Baton New York Washington

Topeka Gas Company Faces Dollar Gas Impasse

Col C K Holliday returns from New York and asserts a dollar gas rate is impossible now. He outlines that the Topeka Gas Company earns about three percent and may reduce rates only as far as the company’s interests allow. City council and mayor await data before a conference, with a push for dollar gas as soon as feasible.

Topeka Col. C. EK. Holliday New York City Col. Holliday Drew Eunett Holiday Reinahm Topeka Poole Spe Topeka Gas Company

Two Kansas Boys Pass Cadet Examinations at West Point

The list of candidates from multiple states includes Lewis S M Adams at Intwe, Cornelius H Bendel, Galton Cutton M Butler, and others. The last two Amarush were admitted under a congressional resolution.

West Point Pashed Wein Lewis SM Adams Intwe Cornelius H Bendel Galton Cutton M. Butler Oregon Amos ‘Aki Colorado William V. Cowan California Iilery Farmer John C. French Albert Gilmore Ulysses S. Grant Let George G Nebraska Benjamin M.mccrossky Richart C. Monre Missouri Geo J. Nulson Texas Samuel M. Park Dexas Frank G. Pips Leo L. Sambela

Trusts All Alike Extends Agricultural Inquiry Powers

Washington June 14 The Industrial commission expands its duties to study agricultural conditions in the Northwest and possible combinations among railroads and fertilizer firms affecting prices. The inquiry will focus on agricultural product pricing and potential trust influences with a digest by Harvey Mt Friend.

Washington The Industrial Commission Tssal-Commission Kyle A. L. Harris Ohio Eugene D. Conger Michigan Harthwest Matenford Indiana Lee Mantle Montana Joan C. Bell Colorado Ratchford Ub-Commission Commisnion Harvey Carl Off Ium

Dressing Sacques Jewelry Dept Sale Listing

A sale listing from the Dressing Sacques Jewelry Department promotes ready to wear dressing sacques and related items. It highlights price points from 50c to $1.50 in white and colors. Special cut price on a lot of Ladies Waist Pin Sets with three seamless plated pins and collar buttons, offered at 10c per set.

Wash Skirts And Umbrellas In Window Sale

Wash skirts in popular fabrics from 98c to 6.50. 100 ladies 26 inch Union Serge umbrellas, steel red handles, many styles priced around 1.00. Also 100 more umbrellas with Taf feta covers and tassels, value 2.00, sale 1.50.

Small Household Goods Sale Ad Highlights Bargains

An old newspaper advertisement lists a variety of cheap household items with special prices. Notable offers include machine oil at 8 or 10 cents, safety pins, Florida water, and witch hazel. Ladies accessories and soaps appear with reduced prices, promoting a bustling bargain display.

Our Queen

Sugar Trust Foretells High Profit Decline and Tax Move

An article details a sugar refining firm led by Doscher of Brooklyn, noting pre trust operations, price margins from 7 to 40 cents, and plans to raise government tax on glucose by products. It discusses price cuts by the American Sugar refining company and the impact on independent refiners. Doscher claims the trust reduced margins to drive him from business while maintaining stock investments and dividends.

Uel &S Wiaus Doscher Brooklyn Doscher Mindy Dor Doschersaline Sigar Refining Dim Acciaat

Bernhardt to perform Hamlet at Stratford on Avon

London reports Mme Sarah Bernhardt will appear as Hamlet on June 29 in the famed Stratford theater, while a note promotes Union Pacific rail for the National Education vocational Association meeting in Los Angeles July 11-14, 1899. The ad extols Union Pacific services via Omaha or Kansas City, including Palace Sleeping Cars, dining, and reclining chair cars, urging year round travel. EB Haudach, Manager, Columbias Building. Pei 139.

Shakespeare London Mme Sarah Bernhardt Hamlet Stratford-on-Avon National Los Angeles Cal Union Pacifc Union Pacific Wsington Points East Omaha Kansas City

Forest Fires Destroy 69 Houses in Newfoundland Village

Bay of Olands, a western Newfoundland settlement, was burned yesterday as forest fires swept through the area. Ninety? nine houses were reported destroyed and local efforts, with assistance from French and British warships, continued to aid affected residents and coordinate relief. The report notes ongoing attempts to restore order and provide support to the distressed community.

Newfoundland St. Johor N. FL Bay of Olands

Little Pimples Turn to Cancer

Report describes cancer arising from impurities in breed and heredity, noting most people carry trace taint in blood. It claims cancer can start as a minor lesion and progress to severe disease, with ten-year timelines and limited cures, mentioning Dr. Davelyn Beale and clinical observations.

Davelyn Beale Ginleburg

Purely Vegetable Books Offer Free Cancer and Disease Guides

Public notice from Swift Specific Company of Sdaata Georgia promotes free books on diseases including cancer and bleeding. Offers aim to inform men about health risks and prevention through a vegetable based program.

Swift Specific Company Sdaata Georgia

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Unity Eaith Ret, Plassive and Steel “Steamship Manitou Hemulem Ein Ann Arbor Adam Garden of Eden Kentucky Kiss Gould Potter's Field U. S U. P Tel 244 American Steam Laundry Gas Company Col C. K. Holliday Kansas Warren M.crosby & CG Mans.ave Sacques Jewelry Dept Kansas Avenue National Educational Association Meeting EB. C. Haudach Columbias Building Pei Americas Steam Laundry West Seventh
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