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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1904
Page
6
An advertisement claims Paine's Celery Compound boosts nerve power and concentration. It asserts users can work without distraction, promising steady results over five years and recommending daily use for improved outcomes.
A Chicago labor leader recounts years of nervous strain from heavy press duties and finds relief after taking Paine’s Celery Compound. He credits increased energy and steadier nerves to the remedy, noting renewed health and improved work capacity.
Public notice advertises Paine's Celery Compound claiming a single bottle restores abundant nerve force and cures low spirits and poor health, urging readers to visit their druggist today for better wellbeing.
The House committee on military affairs tentatively toured sites for permanent military depots in Texas Wisconsin Pennsylvania and California and Washington on March 16. They authorized a favorable report on the purchase of about 20 000 acres in Texas near Sam Houston and Bexar counties to expand camp development, with other parcels including 20 000 plus acres in Wisconsin and a 148 acre tract in California. The measure bars permanent bases at some locations and notes opposition tied to Japanese gold and broader policy.
A terse official notice reports the expulsion of Russian diplomats amid escalating tensions. Details are scarce in the fragment, but the action follows swift government action and signals a hardening stance. The incident impacts bilateral relations and could influence regional security discussions.
A traveler's note describes plans to avoid food while on the road and rely on Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets. He mentions a lack of proper meals, fatigue, and a belief that digestion and heart health depend on regular use of the tablets. He cites advertising claims of popularity and the appeal of patent medicines.
Carnegie and the Society of Engineers receive 1.5 million dollars to construct a building in New York for the American Institute of Mining, with plans for a twelve story structure on Waterbury Place and Fifth Street. The project includes libraries, a museum, and quarters for society activities.
In a Tuesday street fracas Arkansas City Kansas four men were attacked by two assailants. The attackers, led by a known attorney, stabbed victims in the back and fled before bystanders intervened. The suspects Atkinson and Hengemey were arrested on charges of assault with intent to kill.
Three elderly Leavenworth residents died within the week. Adam Carthik, a 76 year old German native, died of apoplexy after a week in ill health and ran a undertaking business since arrival. Zuhe Fuller, a veteran, was found dead in bed. Pullam, Irish-born, moved to the area in 1843 and worked as a grocer. George Beacon, a longtime printer in the Missouri valley, died of heart disease.
A Kansan, J. W. Crowley, died recently after serving in the Thirteenth Cavalry in the Civil War. He was a Mason and worked with the mink, may be brought to Kansas for burial. Fines from Jointists and a Kansas City report note March 16.
H K Goodrich keeps options open for superintendent of Topeka city waterworks while weighing whether to stay with the electric light plant. He argues the water system needs a mechanical head and criticizes the Morris well and main chokage, proposing new wells and mains to improve supply and pressure. He says the water company seeks a new franchise and a bargain exit, not acquisition of the plant.
A Missouri woman reports two years of stomach distress from coffee and inability to digest food. After switching to Postum brewed from grains, she says she now eats normally and drinks one to three cups per meal, preferring Postum to coffee and noting the brand’s nourishment claims.
These movements ere all right if the city get tha plant. It will have to do very much the same thing, although I do think tiat the fire insurance man ere Inclined to ask that you pay ereat big premium, and then Instat that the property he submerged to waiter. They want a sure thine.
A fragmented Topeka page mixes a poem on wearing the green with local notices. Reports include Marshall's band concert at the Auditorium, oil prospects in Lacan, a Topeka marriage license for Clifton resident John Webster and Nina Hilton, and plans for a water-tank project and a Bridgestone/Greenfield land venture. Children’s injury details and talks by Dr. Ray appear amid civic updates and upcoming events.
Saline County Superintendent J A Corbett clashes with county commissioners as he seeks appointment of truant officers he nominates. Corbett denies recent nominations, while Attorney General Close says commissioners must appoint the offered officers and may face mandamus actions if they refuse.
James McKinstry a Democratic attorney from Kansas died recently. A longtime county official and former candidate for attorney general, he had served as county attorney and belonged to the Democratic party in the Seventh district. The obituary notes his past campaigns and roles within the party. Rhodes Scholarship Examinations in London report notes George K. R. Parkin traveling to New York from Southampton aboard the Kaiser Wilhelm Der Grosse to meet the will trustees of Cecil Rhodes.
In the House discussion over the post office appropriation bill the report on congressional solicitation by Peter anate Fental was raised. Griges of Georgia clashed with Cooper of Wisconsin over the report’s preparation and General Turretow claim. Hughes and Cromer urged letter carrier, press and rural route reforms while Griggs pressed parity and nonpartisan carrier duties. The Senate passed fortification funds and a Hawaiian defense provision after hours of debate.
The senate held a two hour executive session in which Senator Blackburn led a minority report opposing General Leonard Wood’s confirmation as major general. The debate featured sharp remarks and anticipated speeches from Quay, Teller, and Foraker, with voting expected this week. وأ此外 两项众议院议案涉及邮政局人事经费与分拣办公室设立等议题。
Provisional battalion of Philippine scouts arrived on a transport and, commanded by Major Carrington, includes Macabebe Ilo Canot Tagalog and Visayan companies. They have seen action in Samar Laguna and other engagements under Likban Guevara and have earned loyalty to the American cause while encamped at the Presidio awaiting further deployment. A misprint notes a separate ship incident with a tugboat and ice entrapment near St Pierre.
A Bohemian farmer named Jacoly Spiehmarsky reports he was robbed at 4 a.m. on Stule Street while dining for supper in Snayenworth. He says a woman unnamed took his money during the wait for service, told by an interveter character in the narrative.
California advertising notes tickets for sale during March and April at 325.00 with intermediary points and tourist sleeper privileges. It mentions free chair car and liberal stopovers, inviting inquiries to L King for full information and free titers.
Frank Guy Hereehe Guy J P Cole and A G Fairchild leave for Oklahoma to work as surveyors for the Woolword Denver and Southern railway line. The project spans from Denver through Cadahara to the gulf lifew and is backed by bankers and capitalists. Wardall, the General Manager, visited Topeka to secure cooperation from Assistant City Engineer King in forming the surveying crew. All men bring railroad surveying experience.
Fragmented OCR listing real estate transfers and odd notations. Mentions Riker to GG Cotman and Hunton parcel items. References Pleasant View Grand avenue and a few named entities, but text is garbled and partially unreadable.
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