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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 09, 1898
Page
4
A fragment reports on a Topeka meeting of a state central committee where the political machine dominated proceedings. Cyrus Leland uses influence to steer delegates, favoring Hutchinson over Topeka for a convention site, while observers note manipulation and control extending over the process. The piece also references John Wanamaker’s gubernatorial nomination momentum in Pennsylvania and a light comedy exchange about a baby’s cries.
A jumble of clipped lines from various era publications references teaching, motivation, and childhood, mentioning a Boston Herald item and the New York Weekly style. It includes remarks on hierarchy of humanity and a misread telephone number in a pupil portrait caption.
A patchwork of social observations on love, marriage, and gender roles. Quips critique male desire, female expectations, and the social theater around courtship, church, and reputation, with biting asides on industry, fame, and happiness. Named phrases hint at pop psychology and newspaper whimsy from a bygone era.
Ex Vice President Stevenson received a sincere welcome as he appeared before the United States Senate. He was highly regarded for fair rulings and notable personal qualities while presiding. Miss Margaret Long, Johns Hopkins senior, has earned a brilliant exam and matriculated in Johns Hopkins medical school. She plans to practice in Boston after further study. James Hil of St Paul, president of the Great Northern railroad, is a noted figure.
A New Hampshire woman describes chronic scrofula with facial sores arms neck and limbs cured by Hood's Sarsaparilla after failing remedies. She notes neuralgia relief and complete healing with only a single scar remaining on her arm.
The text describes a Coltecien owning emeralds in America, his wife, and Professor Max Muller famed for a Westminster lecture delivered on December 3, 187% in which he discussed religions of the world. It notes curious pronunciations and social details from a historic period.
The indies military company of Reading advances public notice as a ready force for national service in war with Spain. Composed of 2 robust sailors, 5 feet 6 inches in height, 190 pounds, with uniforms of red knee breeches and white jackets, they drill with regulation rites and even possess a cannon. Mrs. Howant Shilling leads as captain. members are single and active outdoors. They claim to be ready to march to the front if America calls, aiming to spread patriotic spirit beyond their town.
Health officers uncover a syndicate selling horse meat as veal and beef in Los Angeles. Inspector Hughes traces suspect markets to an Ord and New High streets shop run by Gatteres, then to a New High Street hovel owned by Italian butcher Ciro Arizona Market. Evidence includes horse carcass remains, missing head in a barrel, and multiple bones and flesh portions.
The Pittsboro Dispatch quotes Congressman Ridgely of Kansas declining to criticize the Maine incident. It lauds the bravery of Marine Anthony and Lt Jenkins, urges comfort for the wounded and dependents, and praises officers and sailors for their restraint while condemning treachery.
Reno county government seeks public input on the Arkansas river water dispute tied to eastern Colorado irrigation ditches. Assessors will gather citizen sentiment on whether to fund investigations or oppose irrigation plans. Hutchinson council already declined to block western irrigation, deeming western Kansas development more valuable.
A ten round boxing match last night in Leavenworth between Jim Thomas of Chicago and Sam Bennett of Montreal ended in a draw after a closely contested bout. Bennett landed seven unanswered blows in the tenth round before time expired, with spectators wagering heavily on favorites. Bennett’s backer, Tilly Williams, issued a challenge to fight any man in Kansas or Six pounds with a large purse, accepted by Tom Lemans, hinting at a future bout at similar terms.
A cave-in at Queen Lil mine on Beamidt Bros tract near Bonanse traps four men. Foreman Frank Smith escaped uninjured while Will Walker and Ernest Wright are believed buried beneath tons of dirt. Walker’s son is safe. the others’ fate is uncertain. A large rescue force works amid continuing danger and days may pass before two bodies are recovered.
Jamestown reports a remarkable infant with no arms or legs born to Mr and Mrs Underwood last week. The child is described as well and living, attracting hundreds who come to see the oddly formed baby. In Atchison Addison Alexander, a Kahoka man, began fasting eight days ago claiming a divine call, has not eaten or drank, hopes his sine will be forgiven, and is very weak.
Deve Vader was killed at the Ohio Lead and Zinc ground in Galena Kansas when a large boulder from the shaft tip crushed his head and neck as he sat in a stopping piton. He was 35, leaving a wife and several small children.
The government printing office issued advance chapters from the eighteenth annual report of the U S Geological Survey detailing 1895 and 1896 reconnaissance in Alaska. It covers the Alaska coast belt, Alexander archipelago mines, and Sitka region, plus Spurr’s Yukon district geology with maps.
An old line advertises Bailerds Snow Liniment for rheumatism neuralgia headache and aches with claims of world’s most penetrating formula. It lists Geo W Stansfield and Miller's Pharmacy at a corner and references local services and a barbershop on Kanave Street.
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