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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 08, 1899

Page

6

Topeka Ad for Cardio Specialists Johnstone and Walsh

An advertisement touts Drs Johnston and Walsh as America’s greatest specialists in Topeka Kansas. It lists cures for catarrh consumption bronchitis asthma liver kidney and bladder troubles neuralgia stomach disorders and nervous debility claiming perfect methods and a $1000 credential reward for proof of credentials. Hours and address are given at 106 Kansas Avenue near a clothing store.

Johnston & Walsh America Topeka Kansas Austin Johnston Ward Walsh Chicago Rush Bennett Teal Colleges St Anthony's Hospital Kansas Avenue Euch Chicago Medical Institute

Workers Strike Over Wages on White Pass Yukon Road

In Skagway March 2, about seven hundred laborers on the White Pass and Yukon road construction struck after a wage cut from 36 to 0 cents an hour and a surge to ten cars a day. Surplus workers were laid off briefly. Refugee camp planned at Skaguay due to scarce hotel space, with no anticipated violence and men rumored to be carrying funds.

Skagway Yim Victoria White Pass Eid Yukon Skaguay

Bonin Reaches Yencho After Tibet Expedition

French explorer Bonin, long missing in Tibet and central China, has arrived at Yencho in Shonehal district after a perilous journey through Thibet. He plans to travel by river to the coast, aided by a small Chinese convoy, and continues toward Tong King.

Bhangbal BM Bonin China Shanehal Ie Yacho Sto- Choen

Destructive Dyea Fire Destroys Local Hotels and Buildings

A major blaze in Dyea last night destroyed the Paldoe and Borthere hotels, the Chitcot tram staples, the Senete sainon and the court use. Authorities reported widespread damage and ongoing investigations.

Skagazy Victoria Dyea Paldoe Borthere Chitcot

Toledo Mayor Jones's Rebuke of Republican Nomination

Mayor Sam Jones denounces the Republican convention for denying his renomination claiming corporate and business interests influenced delegates. He vows to stand with the people, contends the party can reform by addressing bribery and corruption and criticizes street railway franchising ties that harmed his bid.

Republican Party Toledo Sam Jones Toedo Judee Repub- Ylcar Party Tom Mark Hanna Eupd Street Railway Company Shuebt Water Street Rallcis

Wichita man robbed by another Kansan in New York

Rev. John H. W. Von Herrlich of Wichita accused Chas. W. Pater, a hotel proofreader, of stealing his gold watch at a Bancroft House inquiry in New York. Pater was located at a Tenderloin house, returned the watch, and was jailed as detectives kept the timepiece. Herrlich says he befriended the suspect.

New York March John HW. von Herrlich Wichita Kan Bancroft Mouse Tenderloin Price Chas. W. Pater Patert Pattrt Herrlich

Fire destroys Hungarian elevators in Denver wheat storage

Fire at the Hungarian elevators in Denver destroys vast wheat stores. Estimated loss ranges from 100,000 to 736,000 bushels with a value around 75,000 dollars. The elevator belonged to J. K Muisen & Co, leading mall owners in the area.

Denver J. K Muisen & Co

Palace Clothing Company salvage sale set for March

Next Saturday March 1 in the morning the entire salvage stock saved from the Palace Clothing company's bic Aze will be open for sale at Kansas avenue west side street between and Sixth streets.

Et & Oclovk The Palace Clothing Company Bot Kansas Avenue West Side Street Sixth Streets

Alton to be modernized under Harriman syndicate

Chicago March 8 The Chicago and Alton under new owners guided by Harriman plans drastic improvements. 40 engines ordered with 30 more sought to raise equipment to west road standards. Bridges, grades, and curves to be upgraded to handle heavier traffic and through routes expanded.

Chicago Chicago & Alton Altos Herriaman Chappell Alton New York Harriman Ain Ater

Rough Rider suit for lost chance at glory in Cuba

James I. Pleming regimental quartermaster sergeant of Torrey's Rough Riders sues Kansas City Port Scott and Memphis Railway for 25000 dollars in circuit court claiming injuries from a Jacksonville Florida fall led to his discharge and deprived him of a chance to serve in Cuba. Sergeant Fleming, Wyoming resident, seeks damages for injuries that prevented him from joining the Spanish American War effort.

Kansas City Rough Riders Cuba James I .Pieming Torvey Kansas City, Port Scott & Memophia Railway Sergeant Fiering Wyoming Ta Bla Jacksonville Fie Fleming Spain

Frey family to move from Santa Fe to Albuquerque

The family of Santa Fe General Manager J. J. Frey has left their city residence and leased a home in Albuquerque, New Mexico, for several years. Preparations for the removal are under way. Friends link the move to a possible departure from Santa Fe and a new association with another railroad, though the family remains reticent.

J. J. Preys Santa Fa Albuquerque J. J. Frey The Santa Fe N.M Famille Ar Gener Senta Fe

Santa Fe to Enlarge Harvey Arcade at Newton

Plans call for demolishing the Arcade hotel to its foundation and wholly rebuilding it as a three story complex. General Vezzetti of the Harvey Housing system sanctions the project. The building will extend to Wells Fargo Express and Clark hotel will serve as an annex with new waiting rooms, ticket offices, and extended brick platforms plus steel sheds over the platforms.

Tcket Santa Fe Clark

Claim Agent Injured In Runaway Near Emporia

Robert Gridley of Emporia, a Santa Pecintm agent, was badly injured yesterday when his buggy horses bolted while en route to settle a toss for the company. He suffered a broken left ankle, multiple cuts and possible internal injuries. the doctor accompanying him escaped serious harm. The accident occurred a few miles from town as they traveled toward Topeka. Gridley was on train No. 6 earlier in the day.

Prom the Emporia Gazette Robert Gridley Santa Pecintm Weat Fifth Avenue Topeka Gridley Santa Fe Perry Mr. Gridley

Conductor Hires and Engine News On Central Branch

On the Central Branch Concordia reports W H Cropper, longtime extra conductor on the middle division, shifts to the Jewell branch train. Extra Engineer W A Priest welcomes a baby girl. Watering at the Jamestown tank begins as engines move. F T Buckles, veteran Farewell branch conductor, takes the North Solomon passenger run. Eastern headquarters noted.

Division road master transfer and rail work notes

Division road master shifts amid transfer from Cemcordhce to Atechison. Michaod Jackson succeeds Daniel Mc Laughlin, who died last week, as road minister. Rail updates include Jewell branch relay plans, new passenger service on De North Solomon, and paymaster John W. King remembered by Central Branch employees. Ottawa and Emporia settlements follow Santa Fe incidents.

Cemcordhce Atechison Michaod Jackson Daniel McLaughlin Roadminster J. A. Taber Jamestown Jewell Cawker City Station de North Solomon W. W. Dudes Wash. Bailey FE. Buckles True- Bond Central Branch John W. King Joemployes Bellas Pa Wear Republic City Centra Iva Antral Frondone Clyde Concordia Missouri Pacific Amazon

Battleship plans show 13000 ton ships with 12 inch guns

Washington notes three large battleships are funded with a 13000 ton displacement and masthead armor. Each would carry four 12 inch guns in turrets and sixteen 8 inch rapid fire guns, with a speed of 18 knots. Armor and casements are trimmed to fit a $ per ton cap, delaying full construction.

Washington Maine Missouri Oregon Santiago Manila Eichborn Board of Bereau Chiets Navy Department Marblehead Congress

Delaware Deadlock in Senate Fight Nears End

Dover is swept by a late push to end the Georgia Gray succession delay as Republicans urge a final settlement. A Grosvenor and Dick letter pressures lawmakers to unite for Addicks, with 89 ballots already taken since January. The scene hints at adjournment Monday and a lone Delaware senator-elect in 1901. In Shamokin counterfeit dollars flood banks and post offices, raising secrecy probes. Chicago notes Kansas weather with warmer trends and southwesterly winds.

Dover Del United States Geo. Gray General Assembly C. Grosvenor Charles Dick Republican National Committee Delaware Addicks Wong Congress

Topeka ads and help wanted in mixed listing

A dense Topeka newspaper ad page lists household help jobs and wants tradesmen and agents. Entries include WANTED girls for general housework, kitchen staff, a colored houseworker, a traveling man seeking private lodging, plus salesmen positions at Brown Bros Co Chicago and a partner opportunity in Topeka. Also notes room rentals, a farm for sale, and miscellaneous sales listings with directions and contact hints.

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