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Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 20, 1899

Page

2

Nervous Ailment Claims and Cures Promoted

Physicians claim Dr Miles Restorative Nervine eases insomnia headaches and chest pains from nervous exhaustion. Advertisements cite testimonials from Mrs H L Kedman Mrs Annie Brannon and Mrs Dow Heagle praising relief and offer free samples of Nervine Anti Pain Pills and Nerve and Liver Pills by mail from Elkhart Indiana.

Sing Sing N. Y Dr. Miles DR Miles Medical Co Elkhart Ind

Tale of Woe atchison Doctor’s Divorce Battle Over Poison Plot

Atchison March 20 a lengthy domestic case unfolds with Dr Peter C Gress alleging his wife Mrs Rosa Gress attempted arsenic poisoning amid a loveless marriage of nearly a decade He cites six alleged attempts and seeks divorce and custody of their 14 year old daughter while Mrs Gress is described as a devout Presbyterian school worker with strong church ties The case centers on alleged abandonment and a contested separation in which both sides dispute the other’s motives and conduct The husband’s account places emphasis on religious differences and personal estrangement dating from 10 years of separate rooms and mounting suspicions of poisoning tests

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Gress Case Reveals Custody Fight and Strain on Marriage

A Kansas Atchison court drama unfolds with D Gilbert handling property division and custody claims. Witnesses recount a troubled marriage, accusations of infidelity, and a heated dispute over the home, money, and the child as the case draws public attention.

Riotous Outcry Over Smallpox Epidemic Sparks Tension

News item reports rising unrest linked to the smallpox outbreak, with local authorities urged to quell gatherings as health fears heighten community tensions and prompt health officials to step up responses.

Smallpox Work Attacked by Rioters in Laredo

In Laredo Texas March 20 officers began moving smallpox patients to the pest house under State Health Officer Blunt when a mob of about 600 Mexicans attacked, firing on officers and wounding Idar. After 20 shots and 12 arrests the crowd dispersed. Governor Sayers then called for U S troops at Fort McIntosh to assist, amid contempt for black soldiers.

Laredo Tex Blunt East Matambras Street Joe Barthelow Nyendar Idar Sayers United States Fort McIntosh Aar Department

Crawford theater hosts Uncle Tom's Cabin and more

The Forest company repeats Uncle Tom's Cabin at Crawford theater this afternoon with 10 20 and 30 cent prices. Mile Cameron soprano and concert company appear tomorrow night at Crawford theater. Grand Opera House features pianist Leopold Godowsky next Friday under Ladies' Music Club auspices with reserved seats at Sim Drug Co. sale. Godowsky praised by Boston Journal for artistry. Also upcoming at Crawford: Chas H Yale's Devil's Auction next Friday and Coon Hollow next Saturday matinee and evening. California trip via Santa Fe Route cited. American Steam Laundry offers free button sewing service.

Crawford Theater The Forest Company Mile Cameron Chas, Higgins Daisy Kerr King Herbert Kerr Citles Leopold Godowsky Sim Drug Co Boston Journal Godowsky Godows Chas. H. Yale

Modern treatment promises cure for consumption

Do you cough and feel lung pain, throat inflamed, and appetite poor. The Slocum Laboratories offer a four remedy system claimed to cure consumption and related lung disorders. Send name and address to Dr T A Slocum, Pine Street New York for a free trial and mention the Topeka Journal.

Koch Virchow Metchnikoff Atok Slocum Laboratories T. A Topeka Journal

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