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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 01, 1900

Page

8

Plague Reports From Hawaii And Mainland Details

Reports received by the medical staff outline the plague situation in Hawaii and aboard ships. Dr Carmichael notes two probable cases in Honolulu with concerns over spread via quarantined Chinese quarters. Updates cover sugar plantations and interisland movement, with ships from the United States ports continuing amid containment efforts.

Washinton Mate Hospital Wurviestrom Carmichaels Surgoon Binnduly Kabul Thorlult Bevet Caves Honolulu Osing Kubstal Follawere Lath Mawel Penrpary San Francisco Kanuiut Tie City Hartman Artria Natruig Irmalina Henin United States Canadiate Finnoluta Honoary Te Ferinie Steamship Company Tay Vrs Trim Hunglury Zeenat

Man Dies After Drinking Quart In Two Minutes Bet

A Boston man, 23, died after attempting a drinking contest in which he accepted a wager to drink a quart of whiskey in two minutes. He finished the drink, collapsed in an alley, and died en route to City Hospital, police say.

Boston Ayer O'Roarke O'Rourke Chesulin

Maryland Democrats Convene Amid Contested Delegates

The Maryland Democratic party held its state convention amid disputes over delegates and rules. Key figures including Marty Jeg and others debated the selection process, with the convention endorsing a presidential nominee and denouncing opposing groups while affirming party unity. The gathering aimed to resolve delegate seating and align with national party direction.

Ballemain Marty Jeg Paris Uie

Healthy Stomach and Vigorous Nerves Health Card

Fragmented OCR text discusses a health claim about a product that promises to improve digestion and bowel activity. It mentions indigestion constipation and dyspepsia as conditions claimed to be cured. Names, dates, and places are unreadable or missing.

Hunteriers Storch Bene

Railway Officials to Probe Breach of Freight Agreements

Reported breach concerns rebates and deductions in cattle freight rates. Western railroad leaders will convene in New York next Wednesday to examine alleged violations of intent in carload rate discounts. The Frisco line appears to be under scrutiny as testimony and discussions reference discriminatory pricing against rivals.

Western Railroady New York Frisco Railroad Yemen Pinte Weaters Lites M Sylvian aetevieNt Robinon Dave Earth Galiroad Robison Pecamie Eyeryerk Paul Mortons Santa Fe J. A. Alain Cali. Pacific Rohean Morton Frisco Mr. Robison Prattleton Brisc Coffite Paul Alyetun Mr. Monroe Eninn Pacific

Special weighing of mail in U S post offices report

Postmaster General submits a report on a nationwide special weighing of mail from October 3 to November 1800 in 754 post offices. Total mail weighed 1,512,405 pounds with 1,506,606 pounds estimated as yearly carry. Revenue share 40.57 percent. much mail carried free or no revenue. New York City led with 878,207 pounds, followed by Chicago and Philadelphia among others.

Bhalen— Berger Postmis United States Roulis Aiior Wandmaker New York City Howton Philadelphia St. Louis Washington Asat San Francisco Minneapoli St Mant Kansas Cleveland Tesser Pitts- Gare Milwaukie Mitrosis Jocat Matt

Mayors race narrows as Brown wins party nod

Mayoral hopeful P. B. Brown dominated the primaries, carrying every ward except the Second Sixth and Ninth, and gathering a strong bloc for the convention at Turner Hall. Despite Burham's bloc in the Tenth ward, Brown appears set to face a divided opposition as party leaders, long in control, prepare for today’s convention.

Bkausss Marks Brown Tortmayor Ely Turner Nall Old Republican Organication Witeh Ik Wee

Murder by Snow Plow Near Kilmer Tracks

The body of W. M. Sackson, a colonal farmer, was found near the Fock inland railroad tracks north of Kilmer. An inquest will be held. Engineers who passed the road Monday night did not know of the incident. The body was brought to Topeka last night. Jackson Omned wood farm north of North Topeka. He was a member of the G Ad An.

W. M. Sackson Fock Mille Kilmer Mahdiy Skeyll North Topeke G Ad

Commercial War Between United States and Germany Looms

A New York Times special from Washington reports Germany may widen its commercial restrictions on American goods, prompting potential U S retaliation. Negotiations on reciprocity have stalled, with officials deeming any official steps unlikely unless Germany actions become firm policy. The United States would respond to what is viewed as discriminatory measures against American products.

United States Germany New York Times Washington, D. C Tbe Lawoadeera Tose Leen At Ty Sanetion

Promotions Ahead In War Department Roster Shuffle

Washington March 1 Major General John R L Brooke awaiting command for the Military Department of the East with headquarters in New York. General Merritt to retire prompting promotion of Brigadier General I S Ofter to major general and vacancy at the top of the regulars a Philippine campaign veteran to fill.

Washington John RL Brooke Guba Department of the East New York Vetey Merritt Brooke Department of the Ham Merritt

Minster of Mines named in new BC government

Victorix dispatches report Joseph Starnhal former British Columbia attorney general likely to lead reorganized ministry. Stith Curtis of Rosshind named Minister of Mines. W. B. Wienalls head of the Lieutenant Governor’s office and attorney general Paris appointed. Also notes plans for legal action against Columbia theater directors over an arrest. Details cover multiple regional items and a railroad timetable update.

Columbia Theater

Boers Mistake Outlined by Retired General

Retired Lt Gen John M Schofield argues the Boers erred in their Kimberley retreat by crossing in front of British forces toward\nRivermontein. He says their best path was via Boshef to join north and west forces, delaying defense of Blöm Burts capital. He emphasizes Windburg and Kroonstadt offer strong Boer lines while urging continued resistance near Ladysmith.

New York Azaren John M. Schofield Maon St. Augustn Kimberley Rivemfontein Rejocii Boshef Erndfrt Winsburg Siowinfontein Pree Burts Hive Pretoria Farea Burg Ladysmith Torun Dhuy Hobdine Buller Johannisburge Yaal

Fatal Operation Seals Life of M Groh in New York

John Groh a 39 year old wealthy member of M Groh Sonn. He died suddenly Tuesday at the New York Polyclinic Medical Center while an operation to remove a growth in his nose was in progress. Ether anesthesia appeared to fail as his heart stopped. Doctors worked over two hours using every available method to revive him, but without success.

New York John Groh M. Groh Sonn Adi

Somers Torpedo Boat Found Unsatisfactory by Board

Washington report states the torpedo boat Somers is unsatisfactory in several respects and unfit for service. It was purchased March 25, 1808, from Schichat works Elbing Germany for 3700, with Spanish interest reported to block its seizure by Madrid authorities.

New Caren O Herald Washington, D.C Scoretiry Lang Board of Inspection and Survey

Bankrupts Discharged and Petition Against William Smith

New York March 1 Judge Brown of the United States district court granted discharges to a group of bankrupts including Charles W Scofield ex president of two Utah railroads. A petition in involuntary bankruptcy was filed against William TR Smith doing business as Worthington Smith Co wholesale lumber goods with branches in Boston and Paris Me. Smith has been in business over forty years once valued at 400000 with liabilities about 240000 and assets estimated at a small fraction. The judge appointed a receiver for the properties.

New York Maron Brown United States District Court Charies W Scofield Utah FLO Charles L Weinberg Cripplet Creek Colo Agaiiet Wiliam TR. Smith Worthington

Negotiations Between Leagues Collapse in Chicago

A Chicago dispatch reports tension between the National and American Leagues as President Han Jahnsot of the American League signals possible end to talks. A threatened restriction on using the National League grounds threatens the American tour and tensions rise over access to facilities. Ferrets for Rats item notes a New London shipment of white ferrets advertised to combat rat problems.

Chicago Cleveland Han Jahnsot Wyel Am Johnwell Jean Frank Delonas Steble Chitago Mtr Johnson Robison WM. Wale Express New Ondon Ile Antioche

Toe Pier collision damages steamship Westover at Mancus Hook

The steamship Westover, a Jacksonville based vessel, sustained severe bow damage after a collision with a stone ice pin in the Delaware River at Mancus Hook. Weather was rough and the collision’s responsibility remained under inquiry.

Philadelyus Asern Westover Jacksonville Delaware River Mancus Hook

Topeka Set To Lead Western Butter Trade Concentration

Elgin of the West details Topeka as the headquarters for the Continental Creamery company and a consolidation of western creameries. The move aims to lower costs, boost farmer payments for butter fat, and expand distribution from Topeka to eastern markets and Liverpool. Kansas creameries seek broader markets and higher prices through centralized production and expert dairy guidance.

Topeka United States West Continental Creamery Company Kansas Continental Elgin Howe Liverpool Hevnuse Topeka Iida Nos

Strike Threat Hits Granite Industry in New England

Boston reports a vast strike across Granite manufacturing centers in New England as journeymen cutters walk out over wage and hour rules. The dispute centers on a uniform eight hour day and a baseline pay, with divisions between the National Cutters' Union and manufacturers. Barre and Quincy are involved as talks continue and committees will report back today.

Boston Mitch L Granite Industry of New England National Cutters’ Union New England Granite Association Barre Quincy Trian

Ivory Soap Paste Cleanser Promises Quick Stain Removal

Advertisement touts Ivory Soap Paste made by mixing Ivory Soap with water to create a versatile cleanser. It claims to remove spots from clothing carpets and leather goods and cleans items that cannot be washed with water alone. Directions describe dissolving shaved soap in boiling water for a paste that keeps well.

Big Steamship Deal Rumors Shake Transatlantic Lines

Rumors say Leyland Steamship Line may acquire Atlantic Transport Company. Officials deny truth of deal while executives from both sides confer in New York. Atlantic Transport head Colonel Baker travels with contract claims. Leyland manager Franklin declines comment.

New York Leyland Steamship Line Frederick Leyland & Co. Limited Liverpool Atlantic ‘Transport Company New York London London Atlantic ‘Transport Bee Atlantic Transport Line Leylands Bernard M. Baker Atlantic Tripapont Company Hanape Jakald P. A Franklin Atlantic Transport Company Gibson Leyland Line George Bray Leyland America Boston Atlantic Transport Thomas Atlantic Plateport Line

Russia Eyes Coal Exports From United States

New York reports Russia may buy and ship nearly 500000 tons of American bituminous coal to Baltic ports through Berwind-White Coal Mining. John Herwind notes transport and freight logistics as key, with potential use of ships already contracted for iron, boosting U S export trade.

New York Rusela Wicely Combetty Baltic John Herwind Aiaculty Treights Gad Transportation Ressia Garnegu-Prick Company Terwind America Cardiff Husaia Europe Medterranean Porta Cape Town South Africa

Welsh coal trade woes and global demand shift pressuring prices

The article notes Wales and Britain dominating Europe’s soft coal, with strikes and Boer War causing mine layoffs reducing output. It cites Britain's inquiries for 1,000,000 tons of bituminous coal, high American coal prices since 1895, and Berwind’s statements on production and growing home demand driven by mills and rail expansion. It mentions inquiries from England, Germany, France, Austria, and Russia, and coal shipments to Hawaii, the West Indies, and South Africa.

Wales Great Britain Europe England Lord Hoberts South Africa Austiis Germany Russia Jin Liverpool New York Berwind Reiich Franct Austria Honoluii West Indies Cane Cocperntis Switawra

St Louis Snow Bound Delays Hit Rail Traffic

Heavy snow across the Mississippi valley snarls St Louis rail service with many trains late or stalled. Wabash lines between Centralia and Mexico are drifted shut and crews work to clear tracks. City streets suffer deep snow and widespread tram disruption as power and street light outages persist from damaged wires and fallen trees.

St. Louis Mississippi Valley Centralia Mexico Wabash Tve St. Teas

The Calling of Moses

Professor Macey prepared for a Washington telegram and discussion with President McKinley regarding his anticipated appointment to the Philippine Commission. He will depart for the capital this morning.

Moses Prof Macey Washington Tromaro Perkina Coral McKinley Philippine Ote

Banker Sentenced After Embezzlement Conviction

Chicago March 1 Former banker S Dryer was found guilty of embezzlement and given an indeterminate sentence to the penitentiary.

Chicago S. Dryer

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