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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 02, 1896

Page

7

Munyon Health Remedies Promise Quick Cures

An aging patent medicine ad boasts instant relief after two or three doses for various ailments. It claims permanent cures through liver blood and nerves, reduces doctor bills, and offers specific cures with directions. Prices, endorsements, and free medical advice are listed for Munyon products across a range of illnesses.

Munyon Minnyon Unyers Kim Pravents Ieee Wiog Coughs Wight

Shaxnee County Teachers Association Lecture on English Literature

The Shaxnee County Teachers Association held its last monthly session at the high school Assembly Hall. Harry Larimer delivered an engaging talk on English Literature of the Eighteenth and Nineteenth centuries. Current events and discussion followed, with participants including Nanty Haren, Frederick Houndtzer, Gary Nagle, Maude Pattison, and Ann Hag Ltrye Nesbaun.

Shaxnee County Harry Larimer Nineterath En Furler McChintuck Preesbroben Linde R Flames Apple Martin Sis BL George Nanty Haren Prederick Houndtzer Gary Nagle May Sisut Maude Pattison Anns M. Hag- Ltrye Nesbaun

Tegeku Society Notes From a Week of Social Events

In society pages a long account describes Mrs A and Mrs Jonneyn hosting a formal reception for Emily Texhaburr with guests from the Ventilus Club, the Nation club, and numerous local families. The piece lists many attendees, dining details, and a Governor Lyon election mention, plus various arrivals and departures and ongoing social gatherings at the homes of Lyon, Adams, and other residents. It captures a bustling social week with weddings, visits, and club activities across Topeka society circles.

A. & Jomneyn Howe Hower Jobmson la France Tadiea, Maida and Reatrons Ventilus Club Stra Lyon Thit Messimny Church Martin Afobier Sileur Bian Mies Frances Sentrow Anne McKinley Aine Lyon Ren ‘Tillmaseu Yates Mr. O Bawyer Air Treetman Anna Adame Guild Storruil Lease Bout Apes Scarrow Dire Merrinin Anil Aneer Paul Rex A.M. Gilsiter Kuest Prank Naau Tinerick Sheldon Parsepa Mies Anns Adams T Breiste Mint Helen EneWlls Aana Kirk EB. Wi Mea Wetaneer Bille Pro Uimsley

Friends of Raed and Morton Still Claim May 2 York Votes

Frcnds of Raed and Morton declare they remain candidates on York May 2 as commur te for the Commercial Advertiser signs accept race. Jayn e MabIey of Augustin Maine asserts no retreat and McKinley figures show small shifts, while he vows to improve McKinley support. The dialogue reflects lingering contest and wary optimism ahead of the vote.

Raed Morton York Commurteal Noutinasion Jayne MabIey Augustin Meo Pratt McKinley Minasera

Building crisis prompts Dur Prom special report

Washington May report details tensions between military authorities and officials over a proposed prison at Leavenworth. The dispatch notes the administrative clash aims to remove opposition to the project and advance building efforts amid wartime needs.

Washington

Dr Bessinger Sues for 3000 Damages in March Injury

The suit claims injuries from a March 26 electric car accident at Fyendt and Kandas avenues. W J Elwinger fell on pavement causing leg and foot fractures. Dr Flesthaer testifies about damages. Plaintiff seeks 3000 in damages from the railway carriage operator and others involved.

Bessinger Fyendt Kandas Avenue de J. W. Elwinger Bure Street Moeta Aeiinet Chi Tepe Flesthaer Beournt Cnduetar

Ben Jordan Go in as Jointist Face Trial in County Court

Ben Surdan unclothed in court prompts questions of why he should remain free as observers discuss the jointist case. The court orders bond removal amid a hospital contracting dispute involving Western Contracting and Building Company over the new Sinita Fe hospital and related bond issues. A separate note cites a 298 dollar account for the Kawifriote company. A band concert at Garfield Park opens the summer season with a 3 PM start. admission is 10 cents for adults, free for children and carriages.

Ben Surdan Wollitae Mauer Tle North Dupeka Sis Jordan Suinghe Hospital Dinimot Fourt Teadty Western Contracting and Buliling Company Sinita Fe Hospital Bondamen SELLA Garfield Park Wielcing

Wit Shaw to Address Christian Endeavor Meeting

Wir Shee of Boston, treasurer of the United Statety of Christian In dravor, will address Tapeko Bedeny at the First Presbyterian church Tuesday evening May 5. Prof. F F Dawdy will have charge of the gong service.

Wir Shee Boston United Statety Christian Indravor Willidrese First Presbyterian Church F. F Dawdy

Desist Demand Over Imposter Claims by Prof Samuels

A sworn statement alleges a woman spreads false claims that Prof Samuels injured people and that an imposter circulates damaging reports. The notice warns she must desist or face publication of her name and cites attempts to recruit organizations against the professor.

Saruela Besn Suruets Prof. Samuels

Fragments Hint at Cure Pill Advertising Farce

A garbled OCR passage hints at a dubious medical claim using Dewitts Little Bally Risers for chronic ailments. Mention of Emperor Francia, Hungarian link, and General Stanafield appears amid incoherent lines about exhibitions and health remedies.

W. Stanafield

Dubree Faces Trial On Burglary Charge In Youth Identity Dispute

The case centers on Dupree a 15-year-old accused of burglary after a store break in. Witnesses testifying included Frank Hernd and Deputy Commissioner Frank Whitaker as police records show Dupree’s prior brushes with crime. Judge Haren reserved verdict, aiming to balance reform and punishment as Dupree faced potential penalties.

Daniar Mod Eliot Wil Dupree Murmfriiet & Wesgerduried Ari Triat Haren Dupree Frank Hernd Eid Deere

West is Saved From College Glee Club Tour

Ohio Wesleyan students staged a chapel strike sending 1000 people to the chapel doors then marching away. Preparatory students overreacted and damaged storefronts as they protested the faculty s disapproval of the college glee club tour. Conditions now threaten the western tour plan.

Delaware Ohio Wesleyan University Chapel Satie Preparatory

Rush for Bernhardt as 500 line up for tickets

In Chicago on May morning crowds gathered from Dearborn to the Columbus theater for Bernhardt tickets. By 7 am the foyer and surrounding streets were crowded. the demand continued into the afternoon with scarce seats and long lines. Tuesday night shows also sold out quickly.

Chicago Monre¢ Street Dearborn Columbus Theater Moe Dearborn Atrest Buck Clark Fas Onltig Bertuymanes

Death by Heart Disease Claims Otto Huckstadt

Coroner’s post mortem finds heart disease caused the death of Otto Huckstadt a German immigrant who collapsed at home on West Street. An inquest affirmed the verdict, and Huckstadt had requested cremation with ashes sent to Topeka for his wife.

Otto Huckstadt Westerfield Gitte Huckstadt West Street Huckstadt Hackstadt Ees Eld Gertiermaty Topeka

Western Railway Boom Claims Drexil Morgan Link

A fragmentary report suggests a Western Railway boom driven by Drexil Morgan links. The text mentions a council, construction effort, and planned public and private work, with a note on the purchase of the Omaha and St Louis line as a potential nucleus.

Drexil-Morgan Besi Eharen Western Railway Oamaha St Louis Road Drexst Morgan

Petrel home port arrival sparks naval note

The United States gunboat Petrel arrived yesterday from Honolulu at Sen Francisco. One of the smallest Navy gunboats, the Petrel resembles the Concord in appearance and is noted for its shallow draught. It proceeded to land aid and was stationed in the Behringen area amid China unrest, enabling it to travel further upriver than other Asiatic squadron vessels.

Sen Francisco United States Petrel Honolulu Sheta Sindlat Concord Behringen Durtige China Ata

Insurgents Madrid Interview Details Cuban Rebellion Delays

An interview with Captain eral Wester published in the Herald reports his view that the U S Congress motion to recognize Cuban insurgents boosted rebel morale and extended the fighting. The piece notes it delayed political reforms and postponed major events amid the unrest.

Madrid The Herlde Eral Wester Congress of the United States

Weekly Bank Statement Reveals Cash Increases

The weekly statement shows reserves rising by 2,245,000 and legal tender in circulation growing to 3,536,400. Banks hold 944,375 beyond reserve requirements, with overall specie and circulation gains noted, reflecting a 25 percent reserve role compliance.

New York

Sugar Trust Cases Proceed In District Court

Washington May 5 A mandamus proceeding to compel Secretary Carlisle in the Graves bond case was continued in the district court today but postponed due to absence of counsel. Trial dates for remaining trust investigation witnesses were set as June 14. Lombard Investment Company identified as defendant in a related action. Concomita Land and Trust Company actions dismissed when called upon. Carpenters and Builders W Humbert noted in proceedings at 218 West Fourth Street.

Wasklngror Maarece Evert Senate Muedn Trust Jone IV Theas John W. Meturtny Mra.sels Lombard Investment Company Concomita Land and Trust Company

May Day Riot disrupts Hatueute province police clash

A May Day riot in Hatueute province drew 9000 socialists against police who used finar reels as crowds clashed. Shots were fired but no injuries reported. authorities called in generals to quell the disturbance and restore order.

Chaterel Hatueute Socialista Bayey

Look to the Children by Canon Mason in Danvers

Canon Mason voices concern over child welfare in the citys churches and schools. He criticizes neglect of working families and urges Episcopal leadership to open church efforts to laborers, stressing the church as the alliance for righteous schooling and masses.

Canon Mason Danverhry Farwakien San Francisco New York Ind Augericane Parte Cathulles Evsttali Episcopal Church House of God Boston Church of God

Crowding to the Front Adams Seeks Youngest Butler Representative

John Adams of Butler County seeks the Republican nomination for representative, touted as a dynamic young speaker and orator. He renounced the Walnut Valley Times Alliance during the 1890s to support the Chicago dream, aiming to push education and state governance at the Capitol.

John Adams Butler el Dorado Butler County John Bunyan Adama Kansas Chile Walnut Valley Times Dewn Ertichis Adams John Z. Fvealis

Pines Burned At Elleworth In Suspected Arson

A summer residence known as The Pines at Elleworth, Missouri, was destroyed by fire this morning. Authorities believe an incendiary act caused the blaze, with the fire consuming the property and its contents. No injuries reported.

Star Hales Eillaworth Elleworth

Plumbers of Kansas City to Strike May Second

Fragmented report notes a planned strike by plumbers in Kansas City on May 2 following a dispute over seven or nine hour day terms and contractor refusals. The item also references a Pittsfield Massachusetts building trades flare and related advertisement content for patent medicines and tonics, with mixed local notices and medical cure claims.

Booth-Tucker bin Prancisco Kansas City Arenin Fitters Building Trades Union Pittsfield Mass Building Trades Unions

Humphreys’ Specifics Offer Health Cure Claims

An advertisement promotes Humphreys’ Specifics as remedies for colds catarrh rheumatism whooping cough skin diseases bowel complaints headaches neuralgia and more. It urges readers to visit drug stores or request the Humophreys manual with testimonials and order samples from the William She, New York company.

Humphreys

North Topeka social notes reflect visits and events

Families and friends in North Topeka gather for visits, arrivals, and departures. Mrs J A Seer, Mrs Rose Luce, and Miss Moss Taylor plan summer returns. a bridal party at Union Pacific hotel marks local social activity. local ads note dental services and market items.

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