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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 02, 1899
Page
2
A fragmented 19th century advice prose rhetorically contrasts the “modern man” with the “faint woman,” claiming women’s weakness stems from diet and nerves. It advertises a medical adviser claiming cures through strict regimen and a free pamphlet offer, urging readers to mail one-cent stamps for a paper cover edition.
A Victorian note reviews picture cleaning, detailing Professor Church's crumb dusting machine using bread crumbs blown by compressed air to remove soot and grime from House of Parliament artworks and London straphoptere pieces. It mentions risks of over-cleaning, plus subsequent water wash and silk pad drying steps, with minor aside on parchment sizing and wax treatments. Also references seasonal illnesses and various patent remedies, ending with an ad for Peerless Laundry offering shirt cleaning.
The letter from Wm Handechu of 40th Street Cotton Alex Pa. touts the Pyramid Pile Cure as a safe effective remedy for piles. He claims three months of sleepless suffering ended after using the product sold by Ensen Ft Mo for 30 cents per box. The item extols cures, notes lack of harmful ingredients, and mentions a book on piles offered with the cure.
Chicago March 2 The speaker Dr Andrews criticizes nonprogressive teachers and calls for replacing the Chicago school superintendent. He argues the teachers support the chief as long as the current office endures, warns against politicized education and urges reform to advance public schools.
The Grant cottage where General Grant suffered and died nears sale to satisfy a creditor. A Grant Monument Association committee seeks state action to buy and preserve it as a historical relic for the people, likening the shrine to Mount Vernon and urging nationwide support.
Chicago reports reveal a traveling companion scam by Frank Robinson of Green Bay. He lured women with promises of a $50 monthly salary and all expenses paid to travel to Europe with his two children, seeking a governess. He claimed wealth and a $500,000 fortune, asking for jewelry or sealskin bags, then vanished with valuables after several hundred applicants sought the post. Local women and two Illinois Avenue applicants were targeted. a prior similar scheme had occurred last summer.
March rate reductions by White Star Line trigger industry reaction as plans for spring and summer fares surface. Officials cite a London agreement, with Majestic and Teuton priced at 60 to 75 dollars for summer, second class at 37.50. Industry voices weigh potential follow-ons from North German Lloyd and American line firms amid uncertain demand.
Matinee prices for Yon Yoreon are 50 cents parquet 25 cents balcony and 26 cents for children. Evening seats cost 75 60 and 25 cents. Sherman Rowles and M Scott of Lumbermen's quartet will sing during the performance. Sol Smith Mussen performs Monday evening with Hon John Grigsby, a tender hearted character. Russell plays the judge in a tale of a poor man’s lawyer. Twins are booked for Crawford Tuesday with Shore Acres slated for Saturday.
A New York Tribune piece notes a revival of old fashioned evening receptions. Guests attend for congenial conversation and a good supper, with no extra entertainment. Hosts face the challenge of gathering matching guests and planning a small house event.
Northwestern University students and faculty were astonished when Professor Hatfield opened chapel with a Latin chant from the Book of David instead of English. The event drew wide attention as language professors followed the chant, while science and math departments reacted with discomfort.
Ten year old Willie Harvey and his sister Mary were in a balloon basket that hitchhiked a wild ride after a state fair balloon rose, drifted across several towns, and finally landed in a tree near Mount Vernon. They were rescued unharmed by farmers who cut them free and reunited with anxious parents.
A New York Sun piece notes vendors on busy sidewalks peddling soldering irons, files, shears, carving knives, and forks. It observes that despite oddities, recurring demand fuels these street markets and that water-front workers often purchase the cheap carved knives and forks sold near river ships.
A petition signed by a self described regular doctor appeared in the legislature, urging doctors to extend monopolies and insist on scientific status, while seeking compulsory vaccination, control of cattle diseases, and exclusive fees, in a satirical call to protect medical interests.
The article surveys violet based beauty products and fashion in New York society, detailing perfumes powders tooth washes and scented tablets. It notes personal perfume formulas and the social emphasis on violets, with a brief advertisement for De Witt's Witch Hazel Salve and a warning about counterfeit imitations. The piece names several vendors and endorsers linked to the era.
Governor Stanley appointed T. N. Hancock to succeed Grisham on the State Soldiers Home board. The term rules and an Attorney General opinion raise questions about whether Grisham’s unexpired term ends with the original term or upon the new appointment. The dispute may lead to a legal challenge over who rightfully serves.
Jackson Mich March 1 The Republican state convention nominated a supreme court justice and two regents and opened at 11 20 chaired by Marsh. John J Curzon Pingree ally presided as temporary chairman and urged solving railroad and corporate taxation fairly, drawing applause for Governor Pingrees tax stance. Lawrence Kansas March 1 the Douglas Telephone Co seeks to build a Lawrence exchange opposing the Kansas Missouri line. An ordinance acceptance may allow construction soon with offices named and location at Leis Building corner of Beary and Massachusetts.
Indianapolis doctor H B Hettinger reports sprain months of rheumatism eased after using Detchon's Mystic Cure. He walked without a cane in four days, says two bottles cured him, and he recommends the remedy. Sold by Bwolliday druggists in Topeka Kansas Avenue.
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