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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1898
Page
7
The article reports Luetgert suggesting his services as a cook could be of value if employed by the institution or warden. He speculates on job options, citing experience, state needs, and suggestions from others while commenting on how his skills might aid in a reform or containment setting.
A rough fourth-read draft discusses school system aims in Ohio. It mentions proposed acts in the senate, requirements for textbooks, voting rights, and teacher training. The fragment references alcohol education and standards for students aged 12 and older within a broader reform context.
A March report from New York describes a new pneumonia serum discovered by Prof de Menai of Naples. Trials on donkeys and Italian clinics show dramatic cures. injections twice daily with ample milk support and early treatment noted as key to success.
Louis F. Swift & Co, Chicago, projects immense poultry operations including a three story packing and slaughtering facility. The firm seeks to introduce new feeding techniques claimed to fatten poultry uniquely, with land acquisitions and rapid stock buildup for a large future market.
March 4 in Cambridge a dormitory fire at Hilton dormitory endangers Mary Harvard students. Several leaped from a fourth floor window to escape. P Harney of New York was rescued from the collapsed stair. Victims include injured and in dangerous condition. Fire and rescue crews attended.
In Ruma Kentucky on March 4 Dora Richardson Clark wife of General C M Clay inspected several cottages at Valle View with the aim of buying one for her future home. It was understood the family may move with her and the husband would provide funds if the purchase proceeds.
Kansas stands firm as Curtis and Broderick aid Populists to stop the Lond bill correcting second class privileges. The measure failed 162 to 319 after hours of debate with 47 Republicans joining Democrats and Populists. Amendments on schoolbooks, sample copies, and publishing rates were rejected. 163 to 119 tabled the bill as opposition celebrated.
Lebanon Indiana March 4 Will Weed, linked to the Pearl Bryan tragedy, reports from aboard the U S battleship Iowa at Rey Weer. He serves as stenographer to Lieutenant Commander Rogers. Rev T D M Wood confirms praise for Captain Lee T Sampson as an excellent, disciplined officer respected by crew.
Berlin dispatch notes the North German Gazette quoting Willan as declaring that German Reich will remain German once the Ra wis has seized bold. An Ozarks book on Missouri scenery appeals to fruit growers. Advertisements tout syrup for consumption and remedies for throat and chest troubles. Public notices promote travel routes and a patent medicine offering.
A jumble of short notes from Topeka and Shawnee County. Items cover sidewalk hazards, drug sales rising in Topeka, police raids, and local public safety concerns. Mentions Deputy U S Marshal Don Witte, Topeka druggist figures, district officials, and residents debating new walk construction and nuisance smoke on Van Buren Street.
Marie Jansen headlines the farce The Nancy Hanks at Crawford Uhealer. Franke Tonne-Dill Jr. wrote the play with Nas appeces in mind. The cast includes Harry Beresford and Jesse Bradbury. A matinee at 2 30 pm tomorrow offers 50 and 25 cent seats.
The budget committee adopted government proposals outlining naval strength including one flipship, 18 battleships, 1 three cruisers, 30 stall cruisers, coast defense ships, 72 gunboats, plus torpedo boats, schoolships and small gun boats. Also notes personnel changes in Washington and dispatches on Russian Asia transit and flour duties in Madrid.
Verdi's grand opera Il Trovatore will be staged Monday and Tuesday evenings, March 1 and 2, under Madame Barabini with a 46-voice chorus and 15-piece orchestra. Local singers and pupils fill the lead roles, with notable soloists including H.L. Lawrence as Manrico and Dean Waters as Count di Luna. The production, directed by Barabini and Slebor Barabini, benefits the Auditorium fund.
J W Brower of St Paul, connected with Minnesota history, arrived in Topeka to discuss Coronado expedition research. A state historical society committee, lacking funding, said they could offer no financial support, halting further investigations. Brower returned to St Paul.
Local North Topeka column lists errands and arrivals at Kimball Pie Co and nearby shops. The Raub Staples wedding takes place at Meriden ME Church with guests from Trhpelit and North Topeka residents, while families relocate and travel for Kansas ME Conference and visits to Lawrence.
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