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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1898
Page
2
A historical notice touts Dr Pierce claiming a universal medicine for women’s health. It describes a private clinic and a staff of physicians offering cures for weakness and delicate female ailments, promising rest and relief from debilitating drains.
A local audience awaits a reshaped cast for a New York company production advertised as a successful metro show. The original cast is replaced, with production led by Brenton Thar and the troupe touring key venues. Evening and matinee performances expected to draw crowds, with tickets offered at Howey A S Arm store.
A consul named Wowen disappeared in New York around March 7. Local police and a missing persons inquiry, led by Swedleh and associates, pursue clues but sources say his papers remain unaccounted for. Friends and business contacts provided conflicting accounts about his departure and whereabouts, while a search under the city’s offices continues.
Richmond March 21 The W Co of Newport News today paged revolutions condemning Mrs en widow of the Confederate area for brewing hot whisky and illicit chips Kentucky when it was used Mrs Mickett Gentes is most positive that she committed the act to her The wife of Governor inurs she saw Mrs Pickett meet the bettie and Rey Wilbur FL confirms what Mrs Bredley party with Mr Pickett vouched the troth of that lady's suite
April 1 entertainment features free Eolehta and Ladies of Security with public admission details for children when accompanied by parents. Also notices on book “Among the Ozarks” with Missouri scenery, trust-rate discussion, and requests for a farm family to rent a modern western city home.
Executive committee will meet next Monday to advertise for bids for the auditorium building and push cash pledges to transfer coal hole funds. Donations total 22 302 with 2460 conditional, aiming to finalize plans before council changes.
Senator Wolcott chairing the Postal Affairs Committee reports the Treasury secretary’s reply on a postal savings bank inquiry was impertinent and improper. He requests full printing of the correspondence and records the exchange in the Senate archive.
A Key West dispatch reports torpedo boats defeating warships in a mock battle near Havana harbor. The Indiana and New York were sunk? no, torpedo boats claim two losses. Reports mention Consul General Lee seeking a warship, and Spanish warships sailing amid naval tensions. Five bodies from the Mala wreck were brought to port and due to be interred.
London dispatch reports the queen regent of Spain writing to Emperor Francis Joseph and others urging peaceful settlement on Cuba without harming Spain's dignity. She says she acts as guardian of the dynasty and defender of Spain's rights and honor, and would not surrender Cuba.
Washington dispatch details plans to buy the Chilean cruiser Marietta for the US Navy. It reports Marietta to sail from Callao to Valparaiso to join Oregon, with coal supplies prepared. If talks fail, Marietta may be paired with Gregori to Kes Weet. aims to secure armored cruiser before possible war with Spain.
Palermo reports the United States has bought the steel yacht Aewtsa from Florio Rubinatte Co for an undisclosed sum. The vessel, built by Scott & Co, registers at 75.65 tons with 150.0 feet length and 42.0 feet breadth. Weather: Chicago forecast shows fair tonight and Friday with southerly winds.
State Temperance union launches April campaign led by Dr. Howard H. Russell and Rev. W. L. Woodward from Ohio with other national organizers to conduct series of meetings across Kansas. Aimed at Topeka event. routes include Lawrence Ottawa Emporia and Wichita with dates in April and more cities to follow. Ex-Congressmen cited as distributing Kansas post offices amid political shifts under Dillard chairmanship.
In Fort Scott W P Dillard, state railroad commissioner chair, backs John P St John for Congress in the Second district while urging non enforcement of liquor laws and a push for resubmission. He nods to prohibition removal from the national code, cites Kansas issues, and notes local political moves and other regional items.
The article notes resolutions endorsing Taylor Riddle and his work as chairman of the state committee, marking the start of a campaign for his re election. Riddle currently serves John Breidenthal's unexpired term while the move signals party unity and continued leadership.
Boston March 21 Julia Arthur the star of A Lady of Quality at Hollis Street Theatre collapsed mid show suffering a physical breakdown from overwork. While fencing in youth's attire as 25 Clorinds Wildairs she suddenly dropped unconscious on stage and the curtain fell. After a 15 minute delay the audience was dismissed with word she was ill.
Chicago March 11 traffic officials of the Santa Fe declare a 10 to 14 percent cut in rates on path ing house products and dressed beef from the Missouri river to Chicago. They had given 15 days notice before reductions become effective and say the move is genuine not a bluff. They accuse competitors of secretly posting lower rates and state they will act openly.
Thousands view the remains lying in state in Pittston and nearby towns. In Allegheny and Pittsburgh about 35 000 and 15 000 people respectively paid respects. A memorial mass meeting at Carnegie Hall drew a huge crowd, with overflow in Common Council chamber. Mayors Ford and other leaders spoke, and letters from Secretary John D. Long and other figures were read.
A reader is offered Union Pacific travel options to Kansas City. The 20 a.m. service to Kansas City returns via Topeka by 10 p.m. while the Limited departs Kansas City at 1 p.m. and arrives in Topeka around 2:20 p.m.
Union Pacific debuts a 5 22 p m train for Kansas City with a 4 p m start from Kansas City option arriving Topeka by 1 p m or the Limited leaving Kansas City at 1 pm and reaching Topeka at 8 30 pm Social Dance Topeka Tearpie No 2 Rathbone Sisters hosts a progressive high tire and social dance on March 1 1 Admission includes a dance ticket 5 cents plus 10 cents for each additional lady James L Wolcott dies at 85 in Delaware long involved in Democratic politics
A testimonial from Edwin Fitz Jones of Cincinnati praises Brazilian Balm for curing grippe and typhoid-like symptoms, noting rapid relief and renewed strength. Additional notes mention Mrs Bishop Wiley’s daughter benefiting and further endorsements by Rev B Edwards and others. Sold by druggists and wholesale seeds providers in Topeka and Gordon County with various claims of health benefits.
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