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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 15, 1900

Page

6

Remarkable Blood Balm Br B B T B Reduces Scars and Eruptions

A faulty 19th century ad proclaims BRB Botanic Blood Balms as a universal cure for skin and blood diseases. It cites testimonials from J. W. Beevell of Athinta and others, promising cures for eruptions, hair loss, and skin conditions, with trial bottles, addresses in Atlanta, and free medical advice.

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Tremcradenabkanal committee assigns convention actions

Reading clerks report Palani aoe 11 The Chronicle to 7 The eub committees propose arrangements for the convention. The principal fore clerks list officers and oversee counter representation and seating details for the upcoming municipal event.

J. H. Gullpie Murhogton Joaverwerth Weiter

Open for Settlement in Colville District Lands Notice

Open for settlement the Colville Indian lands district plans are stated to reopen in May. The notice references settlement interests, land parcels, and local authorities outlining eligibility and procedures for applicants and associated timelines.

Minneapolis Mike Theama Colville

Congress Likely to Recommend Government Construction Plan

A Washington dispatch notes Congress may urge government construction of a cable link between Fr ance and Honolulu as part of a broader Pacific network with connections to Yokohama and San Francisco. The report cites committee chairs and party leaders shaping the recommendation and hints at interstate commerce implications for related ferry and transport projects.

Postum Coffee Remedy Aids Troubled Household

A fragmentary reader letter describes using Postum Coffee to ease stomach issues and improve meals after a cutter accident. The note preserves names and places from local life, mentioning a “Gerial Coffee” and several individuals in a midwestern setting, with mixed claims about Postum’s effectiveness.

Mrs Blaine's Servants Adopt Eight Hour Day Plan

The Times-Emerald reports Mrs. Blaine intends eight hour work shifts for her household staff including cooks maids coachmen and grooms. The plan, proposed by Patrick Geddes, sets work from early morning until six, with a late afternoon return at six and a night shift until ten in some cases. The reform aims to improve welfare and gain public interest.

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SURRENDERS FLORES SECRETARY OF WAR SURRENDERS

Manila reports Anvlnuito Flores secretary of war surrenders to General MacArthur. Washington notes three more hearings planned by the Senate Interstate Commerce Committee on regulation of commerce. The dates 呼 Friday the 2d and the following successive Fridays.

Manila Flores Anvlnuito MacArthur Washington Senate Committee On Interstate Commerce

Aguinaldo's Son Dead in Masia TVink uses infant son fate

Aguinaldo's infant son, captured in November, has died after illness described as smallpox like symptoms. In Kentucky a conference of county and district court officers resolved to return from Louisville and arrange speedy examining trials for suspects in the Goebel shooting, including Pow Harian Whittaker W. T. Culton and Captain Davis.

Masia Frankfort Louieville Harian Whittaker W. TL Culton Captain Davis Goebel

Cleveland's Change in Campaign Tone and Local Party Plans

Former President Cleveland may write a letter urging Democrats to unite for the campaigns. He reportedly has no intention of seeking nomination and favors the current administration policy, deeming anti-expansion as highly important. In Cleveland, Democrats convened to elect delegates. Fourth ward backs a single candidate for Lou Siman, narrowing the field. Meanwhile a transport convoy carries Fifth Cavalry to Porto Rico, seeking relief shipments delayed by time constraints. The piece notes a humorous aside about wasting time.

Washington, D. C Cleveland Glovveland Bryan

Death of J Sherman Petter at Topeka lodging house

The body of J Sherman Petter, a 37 year old printer and Topeka Capitol type operator, was found in a filthy Topeka lodging house. A note read I am tired, and Coroner Lagter ruled death as suicide after an earlier trip to Kansas City. Petter previously worked in several Kansas City print shops and visited Topeka with roving printer A L Parsons before staying at East Wichita street rooming house. Funeral planned from 518 Fillmore street.

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Parkhurst to Question New York Grand Jury on Crime System

Dr Parkhurst and Superintendent Burr of the Society for the Prevention of Crime will appear before the New York grand jury to present evidence they say shows how official protection allowed gamblers and dive keepers to thrive. They aim to uncover bribe-takers and the chief criminals behind the system, going beyond police captains and the police chief.

Parkhurst New York Bankline Commission Burt Grand Parkhuret Grand Jury Dr. Parkhurst Everie Tem Phin Society

Transvaal Threat as War Flares in Bloemfontein

Dispatches report General Joubert possibly in Frandfort or Hisgars-TRANSVALEES. Boer threats to fire on Bloemfontein if a peace faction refuses to fight surface as Capetown notes. British forces press into the Free State railway region amidst tension and mobilization.

Zululand Bloemfontein Joubert Frandfort Hisgars Capetown Tranevan Gloemfontein Free State

Fall of Bloemfontein Surrender Ends British Campaign

London reports Bloemfontein surrendered after Lord Roberts entered, with President Steyn and leaders abandoning the town. A white flag and deputation met Roberts as crowds cheered. British troops occupy the president’s house and state entries resume amid relief and quiet.

State Journal circulation breaks all records in Topeka

The regular Topeka State Journal broke all previous circulation records yesterday, surpassing even the Manila news boom. The rise is mainly due to extra copies ordered by regular subscribers, with carriers delivering more papers than ever before. One subscriber reportedly takes twenty copies daily.

Topeka State Journal Brike Dewey Manila Audi Laresty

France's Intentions In Africa Questioned In Senate

Paris March 16 The minister of foreign affairs M Debasee told the senate that the presidents of the two republics sought intervention by the powers over events in South Africa. He said telegrams between Britain and the republics show intervention had become almost compulsory and denied France refused to join Russia in proposing a peace plan.

Paris M. Debasee Senate France South Africa Russia

Miss Catherine Bruce Dead Pioneer Benefactor to Astronomy

New York March 15 Miss Catherine Bruce widely noted for astronomy died at her home in the city. In 1888 she donated 1000 dollars to Harvard College Observatory for a photographical telescope and other sums for astronomical work. She funded the Bruce memorial telescopy at Arequippa Penn owned by Harvard. In 1897 she endowed a fund with the Astronomical Society of the Pacific to award a gold medal annually for distinguished service in astronomy.

Miss Bruce New York Catherine Bruce Harvard College Observatory Bruce Arequippe Penn Harvard Astronomical Society of the Packite

Extend Time Limit for Livestock Transport

Washington March 15 Senate committees of interstate commerce asked the senate to avoid committing the bill extending confinement time for live stock in transit from 28 to 40 hours. Opponents cite cruelty to animals in shipment. Washington March 4 Word reached the War Department that Secretary Boot and party will return from Havana by way of Charleston aboard the transport Sadgwick. Arrival expected Tuesday evening or Wednesday morning in Washington.

Washington Senate Cammites of Interstate Commerce Today Boot War Department Havana Charleston Sadgwick

Porto's Step In Dad Chorus And The New Stepwardad

Fragmentary OCR text mentions Porto and "Porto's Steppa-Dad" with slang phrases, hints at a chant or song about liberty and a new stepfather figure. Names and clear event details are unclear. the readable fragments read like a colloquial verse or chant rather than a concrete news item. The passage seems theatrical or musical in tone with references to making progress, liberty, and a “new stepwardad.”

Jones Plan Sparks Senate Debate on Porto Rico Revenue

Washington March 13 The senate discussed a substitute by Mr Jones Arkansas for a bill funding Porto Rico revenue from imports The debate touched on U S power to tax Porto Rico goods with Senators Cockrell Spooner Lindsay Stewart Foraker Kenney Bacon Alten Tillman Pettigrew weighing in The scene showed partisan fault lines over the tariff measure.

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Doster Rises Severe Chief Justice Bitter Against Papers

Frank Doster chief justice of the supreme court denounces newspapers. He says a paper following Sheldon plan will educate readers to value cleaner journalism. The first issue lacks discipline, resembling a Sunday boot paper and should not advocate Sabbath observance or temperance crusades.

Frank Doster Supreme Court Sheldon

Spanish Prisoners Sent Home From Manila Voyage

A cable from General Ola in Manila, received by the War Department, reports 639 Spanish prisoners shipped today for Barcelona Spain. Included are 84 officers and 427 enlisted men of the Spanish army who had been separated from Filipino insurgents, along with the wives of eight others and 14 children of families of esteem. Secretary Hay was confined to his home today by severe illness.

Washington Ola Manila War Department Barcelona Spain

Market report on wheat and corn markets from today

The report notes a volatile wheat market with an early decline and later partial recovery aided by export demand and crop rumors. May futures fluctuated, closing down modestly. corn showed notable declines with receipts and prices varying through the session.

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Thompson Brothers Promote Quality in Furniture Sales at 626 Kansas Ave

The ad extols Thompson Bros at 626 Kansas Avenue promising superior furniture quality at competitive prices. It condemns low quality pieces as deceptive, pledges not to sell inferior goods, and asserts prices are as low or lower than competitors while maintaining dependable quality.

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