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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1898
Page
8
A physician reviewed pills that claimed to heal longstanding illnesses baffling doctors. After months of suffering, the patient reports relief as the medicine purportedly acts on the blood, rebuilding vitality and eliminating disease. The pills, widely sold, are endorsed by a notary public affidavit supporting their efficacy.
A historical note mentions Mrs C Reynolds stating she would not be without Piso s acne con, underscoring a personal preference for the remedy.
Prof. Mosher, Smith Center principal, seeks a transcript of board evidence after temporary revocation of his teaching certificate. The board schedules a hearing date and considers the transcript as a first step toward defense while testimony alleges indecent proposals and misconduct by Mosher.
Sultan accepts appointment of Prince George of Greece as governor of Crete with implications for the Huarso-Tu War indemnity. The move signals Turkey’s probable reception of George as candidate of the car and hints at policy shifts near the island of Crete.
President McKinley plants a tree on the White House grounds as part of a longstanding custom revived after President Cleveland. The brief event lacked ceremony and attracted a small crowd.
In Chicago on March 19 Oscar Neebe, a Haymarket defendant, faced trial over bomb throwing charges. The leveled accusations describe his role in the incident and his defense contends the case hinges on circumstantial evidence and testimony.
In police court City Attorney Bird and the defense debated what was stolen from J. Sproat. Capron testified the item was a box of macaroni or vermicelli. The case was dismissed and a new complaint issued charging vermicelli. Prisoners to answer before Judge Atchison next Monday.
London reports the Marquis of Salisbury suffers from brain fever and low spirits, prompting speculation about his ability to continue heavy duties at the Seane office. Observers expect his premiership to endure while a cabinet reconstruction is probable during the Easter recess.
The army of Morocco dissolves as Sultan orders disbandment. Governors cadis and contingents return home. Several officials face disgrace and imprisonment. Court travels to Marrakesh to receive foreign envoys.
Chairman announces 1900s national cycle drome schedule with dates and venues from New York to Philadelphia Boston Providence and Chicago. The calendar lists park tracks at Crescent Park and Willlow Grove plus club meets at Kings County and Berkeley Oval. Contracts for national events are approved and transfers to professional class noted with rider names and clubs.
Joseph Leiter files formal application for membership in the Chicago board of trade. Directors will act next Tuesday. Leiter’s fame arose from enormous wheat dealings transacted previously through brokers.
Two expeditions left New York today to explore the north and south in quest of the original inhabitants. One voyage aims for Behring Strait and the other for Mexico, funded by Morris Ik Jessup with an expenditure around 75000 dollars.
The chamber received the parliamentary commission report on Francesco Crispi former premier. It found no grounds to impeach him before the senate or navy courts for peculation but urged censure for his conduct as minister of state in the Bank of Naples affair and alleged t references.
Masses of ice drift downstream toward the Niagara river gorge threatening the ice bridge. Without a warm rain the breakers may endure several days. Passengers aboard observe a strange spectacle as ice moves with notable speed toward the treacherous area.
Californians petition the president to allow stock grazing in portions of Yosemite Park during the coming season. Heavy drought harms stock raisers in Fresno County and prompts action to seek relief. The petition, being circulated locally, will be sent to President Taft.
Hutchinson March 18 reports a drive to boost Hutchinson Commercial club membership has succeeded with more than 60 new members joining, bringing total membership to about 120.
In Topeka a district court suit claims Carolina S. McGlathery, widow of T. K. McGlathery, inherits his estate after his death. Records reveal a 1860s divorce from Caroline in West Virginia, undermining former bachelor image. Administrators, heirs in Iowa, and Newcastle Pennsylvania connection complicate the case.
Blanche K. Bruce funeral planned for Monday at Metropolitan ME church with Rev Sterling N Brown Rev A Johnson Rev Walter Brooks officiating Interment at Woodlawn Honorary pallbearers listed from Mississippi Louisiana Ohio Georgia New York North Carolina Tennessee and Massachusetts among others Names include John R. Lynch P B S Pinchback Col James Lewie H H Chow Robert H Terrell and L C Bailey Scheduled speakers and clergy reflect regional and national figures in attendance
Wichita residents move to organize an Elks lodge and file a charter petition backed by a $50 New York draft. Topeka work team and visiting St Louis and Kansas City units are sought to assist at the ceremony. A banquet for visiting Elks is anticipated after the work.
Salonika dispatch reports rumors of renewed clashes along the frontier as Bulgarian bands clash with Ottoman troops at multiple points. St John refunding bonds worth thirteen thousand dollars for the city of St John Stafford county were registered with the State Auditor Morrie. Bonds issued last month run for 30 years, creating the city indebtedness. Mayor BW Thompson of St Sant met with the Auditor in the afternoon. Weather outlook: Chicago indicates fair weather for Kansas with colder tonight and northwest winds.
A Kentucky farmer mined coal from a small tunnel that collapsed due to a roof failure, while the buyer later reinforced the mouth with timbers and extracted over 209000 dollars worth of coal. The text also extols Postum Coffee’s nourishing qualities and contrasts weak preparation with robust boiling.
Long tribute to Patrick A Donahoe founder of the Baston Pilot noting his long life of service to Irish American communities and Catholic churches. The text champions Paine's celery compound as a reliable blood cleanser boosting circulation, fortifying nerves, aiding digestion, and restoring health for aged or overworked individuals.
Chicago dispatch marched Western trapshooters to Long Branch New Jersey for the grand American handicap at Elkwood park next Tuesday through Thursday. Forty six shooters from nine states Illinois Iowa Indiana Artes Minnesota Missouri Nebraska South Dakota and Wisconsin participate. Names include Mayor Thomas A Marshal of Keithberg I Pred Giviere of Spit Lake Tay bolder of Kansas and others.
Springfield Ohio crowd watches Kid McCoy defeat Dick Bolby of Defiance in one minute ten seconds at the Springfield Athletic Club entertainment. Bolby’s size attracts attention but falls to the challenger.
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