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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1900
Page
3
A partially readable ad claims Stuart's Catarrh Tablets offer a “new catarrh cure” in tablet form. It asserts the powder forms are inferior and promotes Stuart's tablets as a wholesome, rational treatment using a blend of ingredients to clear nasal membranes and ease symptoms.
A partial OCR reads that the county holds more than 120000 in cash on the beach area with other entries showing outstanding checks and several named institutions including Fire Mutual and Merchants Sailor Savings among the sums listed. The text is garbled but implies a large cash total and various financial items.
Fragmentary OCR text shows a chaotic scene with names like Jens and Yoder, references to a production and a jetset, and mentions of aunts Vibra and Wanders. The piece reads like an eccentric arts column or theatrical note with unclear sequence.
A partial OCR sample shows Judge Hazen presiding over civil matter scheduling. The text lists parties and docket references with scattered names and phrases, indicating an upcoming trial and related proceedings.
A garbled OCR excerpt mentions a mayoral figure and references a score or event with unclear details. The text names a city official and hints at political actions or statements, but core facts are obscured and names, places, and dates are unreadable.
Arkansas City report shows Attorney General Godard ordering county to close joints this Monday while the mayor discontinues electric light contracts and street work. City finance cited as reason. Police threat heightened as election looms.
March 27 report from Taivrentr Kit notes efforts by Prat W. Carruth of Kansas University to raise funds to purchase the old windmill site and preserve the ancient landmark in Lawrence. The windmill, built in the 1800s, is the state’s oldest mill and a major tourist draw, but decades of harsh weather have caused deterioration and falling sails. If funds are raised, the landmark will be preserved rather than torn down.
March 27 remains of 16 year old Fred Macfield who died in Manila were laid to rest with military honors. The funeral at Washington Avenue Methodist Episcopal Church drew large crowds as Rev J A Mutter led rites. Interment followed at Oak Grove with company and friends in mourning, marking the first El Company casualty in Manila.
Mrs Sarah T D Hutchnson widow of Governor Charley Rubiteon has established a transit university woman’s table for advanced work in biology and physiology at Woolf's Mall Massachusetts. Founded by Prof Louis Agesniz and now under Dr CO. Whiten of Chicago University, the table aims to support research with notable professors and students from American universities. Alberta Cory, a graduate student in betany, appointed to hold the san work this summer and continue her research in betany, with Stavena and All attending marine botany physiology courses during the laboratory terms.
The Concordia lodge of United Commercial Travelers of Laneas elected officers for the year. Senior captain W. Carter named. junior officer J. Allen. secretary Charlie Ap Melaniel. additional members Moevara and Days. Delegates to the Grand Council in May: W. Carter, D. Birch, WL Dart.
A bankruptcy petition was filed in Wichita for Fullington Cattle Company of Kiowa County Kansas. The case notes the company owed $49,000 and references a prior failure two months earlier for $2,600, with details circulating about court filings and local banking involvement.
The Drummond Commission company of Kansan City, W. C. Wallington of Marysville, the Kansas City National Bank, HL Brooks of Wichita, and Kiowa county faced SLMS tax claims. C. P. Fullmeton presided the company, the Chicago bank held the major claim. Representatives balloted but failed to agree, and Referee T. B. Wall named B. R Conklin of Wichita. Final care and adjustment date set for April.
Major Hicks of Americus, a longtime Lyon County resident since 1860, served with John C. Fremont in exploration campaigns to locate a northern trail, fought in the Mexican War, and later sailed via Panama to Cuba. He remained active on his Nevitio River farm for forty four years and today is described as hale and hearty, still doing his own work.
Destitute aunt Willard H Clausen faces tragedy as his three young children die within a day from measles at their home 54 Barnett avenue. Early morning May 10 month old Eorekn May died, followed by five year old George William, and three year old Lingle, all succumbing to the disease. The family endures a devastating loss in rapid succession.
Lawrence March 27. Mr. R. W. Ludington named executor of Mrs. Mandell estate has unearthed a trove while appraising the property. In a house room he found direct from the floor a heap of old rags and papers. Further digging revealed over 1000 yards of remnants calico 2000 yards of wheatings lace curtains rugs and other fabrics plus soap and assorted items stored for more than twenty one years.
A Pratt County barn owned by A. Philbrick near Cullison was struck by lightning during a thunder shower. The fire burned the barn and its contents, including thirteen horses, harness, buggies, and some feed. Loss partly covered by insurance. Also includes unrelated federal pension notices for Kansas residents with names and amounts.
Atchison reports Joseph Patterson a Leavenworth youth identified among local burglars as John Feeling and John Weinmann resist a stand. A patrolman captured Patterson as others flee. Patterson's father William Patterson is a locomotive engineer at Leavenworth. In Paota one Hill triplet dead and a twin sick after whooping cough outbreak. the triplets were born last July and were vigorous until recently.
Fletcher charged with murdering the Riobinson boy has had his trial postponed to April due to sickness among witnesses. A new post office money order arrangement will allow funds to be drawn at the Topeka office, with transfers to Washington as needed.
Santa Fe engineers plan a new railroad from Anita Junction to the Bright Angel Trail head, ending at the rim of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River. A rampart will protect trains, and a temporary hotel will house workers. Expected completion by May 15 with excursions from both east and west.
Six miles of track remain for the Stockton to Richmond extension of the Santa Fe Valley line with trains planned by late April or May 1. The company will run freight and passenger ferries into San Francisco via Point Richmond. Santa Fe is planting trees along the extension to produce ties and poles, with 1500 acres planted 15 years ago at a cost of 150000 and projected $2100000 in value from timber. A forestry department helps supply timber amid rising lumber prices.
Los Angeles reports that passenger fare from Los Angeles to San Francisco rose from 12 to 15 dollars. Officials blame Santa Fe line progress into Point Richmond, suggesting a cartel with Southern Pacific. The Santa Fe passenger department is reorganizing its rules through the San Joaquin valley.
The text notes a price clash among rail lines with the Southern Pacific capitalizing on competition from the San Joaquin Valley and Santa Fe lines. It discusses a $15 first class through rate to San Francisco and how ticketing practices reduced local fares to Bar Harbor, prompting rate restoration as a competitive move.
Denver March 27 The Colorado and Southern Company awaits a mediation visit by a committee of distinguished American Federation of Labor figures to work with officials on adjusting differences with Chief Powell of the telegraphers association. President Gompers and VP Morrin were appointed to lead talks at Washington. Powell previously urged a broad boycott, though no freight or passenger diversion has been observed and no wage complaints have been confirmed.
Denver reports a new Colorado & Southern branch through the Maxwell land grant in Las Animas county and northern New Mexico. The survey by Chief Engineer Cowan envisions many grades and about thirty miles of track. Settlement of thousands of fertile acres is expected after the line’s completion this spring, with Trinidad as the entry point and Santa Fe interests aiding the project.
Atchison Kan March 1 The Burlington and Missouri line along the river may be moved forty miles inland to a proposed route back from the river Survey crews are now at work with President Perkins and officials inspecting conditions along the current river route The change could strand White Cloud and several nearby towns without a railroad if completed
A Manila newspaper reports John Haisch's Luce appointed general freight agent of the Manila and Dagupan Railway. It notes Captain William T. Stebert of the Corps of Engineers has been appointed, with other railway postings and personnel changes referenced.
A sensational claim says a cure for Brights disease has been discovered for the first time in medicine history. The report asserts proven success in kidney bladder and blood diseases and notes widespread tests. The article emphasizes dramatic patient recoveries and calls for medical verification.
An 1900s style promotion claims kidney trouble can be spotted by a urine test and advertises Swamp-Root as the cure. It urges readers to join a free mail offer via Daily State Journal to receive a sample bottle and a disease book, then notes available 50 cent and one dollar bottle sizes at drugstores.
Railroad and railway personnel changes loom in Oklahoma Missouri area with new freight and passenger roles. A deed of trust worth 1,000,000 covers a line by Santa Fe to cut 160 miles to St Louis, while Barkley announces furnished goods and ambulance service at 818 Kansas Ave. Lee Adams and Choctaw officials discuss expansion and traffic handling as insurgent disruptions ease.
The article describes a proposed expansion of the Santa Fe line from Weatherford Oklahoma through Geary Blaine and Dewey counties toward Shawnee with a branch toward Prescott and Aniz, aiming to serve mines in the Eureka district. It notes Lawlor & Well of Prescott as final owners, Eugene Brady O Neil as main promoter, and mentions trains and personnel from the Santa Fe and related rail lines.
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