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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1897
Page
2
An early 20th century notice profiles Zella Nicolaus and her book The Power of Love. It recounts her sensational lawsuit with a wealthy New York society figure, alleged settlement, and the memoir’s focus on innocent girlhood, romance, and moral challenges amid wealth.
A ragged OCR fragment extols a patent remedy for digestion and constipation. It warns of death by self harm and claims Piergen Gulden Medical Discovery cleanses impurities, improves digestion, and builds vivid brain activity. It cites vague testimonials about various social groups and stresses regularity.
An account recounts the loss of her lover and his removal to relatives, detailing the authoress experience with lawyers and the courts. It is followed by a chapter titled My Two Little Bete Movements. Miss Nicolaus states she is 21 but feels like 3, a sentiment she keeps, carrying age well.
United States attorney W C Perry has filed in federal court to force Leavenworth Coal Mining Co. to remove a dyke built in the Missouri River with mine refuse. The suit cites the river and harbor law prohibiting navigable stream obstructions. The dyke, 280 feet wide and 600 feet long, risks altering the river channel and could make the Leavenworth bridge an obstruction if retained.
Failures in St Louis and Pittsburgh prompt filings for record mortgages by the Mekeel Stamp and Publishing company trustees, while Pittsburg Provision company seeks a receiver amid mismanagement claims. Decatur’s change broker Edinore closes, and St Joseph jeweler Abraham Rosenfield assigns assets to Edwin C. Smith to settle debts.
John J Sullivan recounts past fights and travels with Rose Fitzsimmons and her mother Miss Hite describing family ties and support at ringside. He mentions plans with Rose, notes Mrs Hite’s beauty, and recalls a remark about her husband’s ringside presence before a bout with Corbett.
Atlanta police report a female convict who escaped yesterday and was pursued by bloodhounds near Peachtree Creek. She leaped into the swift river, swam a full mile, and crawled ashore before being recaptured as guards closed in.
Carrie Purnell freed after Topeka trial where witnesses for the state failed to prove theft and perjury charges loom for several Smoky Row habitués. Bradshaw, a young former House janitor, denied claim of $15 theft. State attorneys aim to curb perjury by exposing false alibis, urging residents to beware. Santa Fe Route promotes Texas trips.
It is asserted that Germany withdraws from the concert due to Lord Salisbury's refusal to join a Greek port blockade. Turkey reportedly sent its squadron through the Dardanelles on Germany's advice, and foreign vessels bombarded the insurgent army near Constantinople.
Canes March 27 Christian forces tried to build earthworks on Mataxa hills but faced bombardment by foreign warships. They burned Mussulman property at Perivalia and attacked Darnbow while bombarding Unitormarta fortress. Greeks in Mataxa block fired on Turkish feet in Buda bay as Admiral forces land with munitions. The proposal invites Turks to re occupy Mataxa under international protection.
London dispatches report the Crown Prince Constantine is appointed to command the army on the Thessaly frontier. He will depart this evening at 7 oclock from Athens by way of Volos and rail, accompanied by the queen as far as Naintes to inspect Red Cross arrangements and avoid demonstrations. The decree is not published in Athens.
An old advertisement from William & Cornfield at 4774 Liberty Avenue Pittsburg urges readers to take a course of Seventy-seven every fifteen minutes and at bedtime to treat colds possibly flu. It claims customers reported relief and promotes Dr Humphrey’s Homeopathic Manual of Diseases.
Greek port restrictions and a looming Crete blockade dominate parliamentary debate as John Morley criticizes Allied policy. Messages from Athens report bombardment of Malaxa and protests by Cretan exiles urging union with Greece, while Greek foreign minister Skouzas warns of consequences if the blockade persists.
In New York on March 27 a group of about 14 Greeks prepared to depart aboard the French Ling tap Campagne for Europe to aid in Turkey. Crowds gathered at the Parthenon restaurant where Rev Father Agathaderbs led prayers and three speakers urged support for King George and the United States. A Greek line of volunteers, followed by many more, marched toward the French Line pier as cheers echoed through Roosevelt Street.
David S. Woodruff, judged insane by Probate Judge Dolman, created a scene at Lucas County Jail before being removed to the asylum. He smashed a glass pane and hurled shards into the office, wounding Assistant Jailer Kuykendat, then assaulted Under Sheriff Lucas who subdued him and placed him in a wagon for transport. He remained quiet at the asylum after arrival.
Salter and Martin present a revival of Uncle Tom's Cabin at Crawford Opera House. Matinee drew a good crowd and prices start at 50 cents. Chicago Dispatch praises the company’s dramatic strength and singing by a colored quartet, with notable stage settings and dance numbers.
Washington March 37 Ben Tillman South Carolina senator visited the White House his first since coming to the city He spoke briefly with President McKinley for 16 minutes asking about the pitchfork prongs and whether conditions were quiet enough for the president The president described plans to call an extra session and Tillman praised the democracy of McKinley while noting past tensions with ex President Cleveland
Letters and testimonials praise Paine's celery compound as spring health medicine. Noted figures from politics and medicine endorse its efficacy for nervous exhaustion and general vitality, citing Modjeska and other prominent users across communities.
Colorado Springs March 27 Burelara robbed the residence of W P Wright at No 3 West View place stealing jewelry valued at three thousand dollars from Mrs Wright's boudoir. A bulldog sickened and sent to the dog hospital may connect to the case. A $500 reward is offered for jewelry return and thieves conviction.
Harrisburg March 27 Senator Kauffman failed to present his bill to ban exhibition of prizefighting pictures He postponed action after being told kinetoscope exhibitors plan to show hanging images He notes many letters from ministers support a popular subject and delays action to add the offense as misdemeanor
Afra Adlai BH Stevenson elected president of Bloomington's newly formed Woman's Club. The organization aims at mutual improvement and community welfare discussions. Homereekers' excursions set for April 6 and 20 via Santa Fe Route.
High salaried men face layoff in finishing dept as new system to hire women is discussed in Waltham Massachusetts. Executives threaten broader strike. 80 top earners would be displaced and secrecy around finishing rules noted as women allegedly taught the trade in a guarded room. Company employs over 2,500 hands and workers plan to meet to decide next steps.
Washington March 27 President McKinley plans to take his communion at the Metropolitan church on Sunday after next. Bishop John Fr Hurst to preach and conduct the service with McKinley to receive first alone, others to follow after he returns to his pew. The notice references La Grippe and promotes Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as preventing pneumonia, with 25 and 60 cent sizes advertised by druggists. Mineral Water. A. W. Phillips 612 W Highth Ave.
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