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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 17, 1896
Page
8
A Nebraska reader describes intense chest pain palpitations and fatigue as a railroad official. He attributes improvement to Dr Miles Heart Cure and Miles Nervine and urges others with heart trouble to try the remedies, offering to share details personally.
Sailors will see Barnegat Lighthouse upgraded with a new light forming a 100 mile visibility. The Barnegat split will feature full equipment and a 4 foot diameter foundation, opening a major coastal enhancement near Fire Island. Removal of old structures will start later this month.
Newspaper notices report Pearl Eytinge's insanity and transfer to a Bellevue hospital after a nervous breakdown linked to habits. The page also mentions Misa Eyloge case, teething syrup ad, and various local ads including travel fares, mortgage payoffs, a laundry offer, a cough cure, and a subscription prompt.
A Kansas report details Charles Woodford and Charles Laird seeking an alleged buried fortune on Hermit Woodford’s farm near Highland Park. Neighbors recall Woodford’s odd habits, a iron box, and a diary found in a closet. Banks, a longtime companion, recalls Woodford’s promises to reward him someday.
A Topeka citizen urges civil service reform for the police across Kansas, advocating examinations and longer service to deter crime and reduce political influence. The letter cites Judge Vrooman's move to St Louis and notes local crime trials, while touching on insurance fund gains and various advertisements amid community notices.
A mash of satirical snippets from early 20th century press lampoons women in power and public life. Jokes touch on a female president, evasive officials, and the era’s gendered political assumptions, interspersed with quips about artists, editors, and everyday life.
In the senate lobby, Iowa Senator Allison was praised by allies over the Republican convention stance on financial policy. He blushed and said nothing as supporters argued his state’s platform showed better judgment than McKinley’s bimetallism position.
Ostenco March 17 The nickle in the slot machine is to be banished from saloons and stores. Patrons who have tried to beat the games will be obliged to seek other amusements as Chief of Police Badenoch orders commanding officers to notify owners to remove the machines from places of business.
News from St Louis notes L M Dillman of the American Book company in town amid rumors the new school board may adopt the firm’s textbooks. President Henry Bus is seen with Dillman as a potential influence on board reorganization and election outcomes. The Columbia book company currently holds a five year contract.
Mrs E M Hill reports trying Dr Hand's Colic Cure with great satisfaction after testing many remedies for her baby. The advertisement notes Dr Hand's Remedies for Children sold by druggists for 20 cents and promotes Peerless Steam Laundry in New York.
Miss Frances E. Willard and Miss Anna H. Gordon travel toward Marehell Texas with a white ribbon decorated carriage. A quoted tale from Congressman Crowley describes jury deliberations over a bigamy case and a joke about pardoning a woman with a 24 to 84 hour compromise. The column closes with an ad for One Minute Cough Cure by G. W. Stancel.
An Atfecenrt Pacific Railway excursion offers one fare plus $2 round trip from OS to Arkansas Indian Territory Texas and Southern Missouri with sales on April 18 and April 21. Details at Missouri Pacific agents or write B C Towssixp in St Louis. F. E. Nrepa Topeka kansas listed.
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