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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1901
Page
8
Local paper notes Durkiah BathSet to perform at the Grand Tomorrow with amateurs’ night. City visitors expected Wednesday. Reports on church socials, upcoming meetings, and community events include tributes to leaders, a Midday May 6 gathering, and plans for a YMCA program.
Homeopathic and Eclectic Medical societies of Husisie held their third annual meeting in Representative hall. Judge W Stiles of Kanan City opened with remarks on medicine and law, stressing the press as educator and the nobility of the legal profession. Musicians accompanied readings and reminiscences from Topeka, Wichita, and journalism. Attendance was modest at both society rooms and the Nacional hotel.
A May 2 dispatch reports U S health officials enforcing a quarantine on the City of Mexico due to fever outbreaks. Mexican agents in Laredo and El Paso discuss certificates proving no contagion exposure for ten days, amid uncertain state actions and limited confirmation from diplomats on a formal federal quarantine. Deaths from typhus fever are noted but appear at lower levels than expected.
Promoters of the Exapiry Company in Belmont county drop lawsuit over 30 000 raised for cash issues. Clarence F ang of New York Louis densa of Springfield Miss and others named in attachme nt processes are released as W P Dett and officers of a new company settle out of court after ferment over disputed funds.
A brief health note recommends a delicate amount of diver oil to avoid stomach upset after meals. It advises slow, gradual effect over a week and suggests trying a small sample if desired. Scott & Downe, Ang Peirtchest, New York.
Chicago May 2 Dr William S Ament the missionary who arrived from the Orient reached Ulacity last night met by his wife and three years hence she will wave for Operna Mick cre be Ament will meet the aged mother Here he will pre pone He says one third indemnity covered damages during the siege and china clan unit responsibility He praises missions aim to preserve morals while noting barbarous foreign soldier practices were magnified and native soldiers bore some blame He says missionaries left more friends in China and the outlook is promising
The American Sheet company will enlarge the Aetna Standard Plant at Bridgeport Ohio to create the world largest sheet steel mill. The project adds about fifteen acres of available land, with a total cost near one and a half million dollars and current employment around 3,500.
A fragment notes a priest from Jose, Cal, May 2, identifies pastor Greg ory Logic of Mountainview church and mentions a Dunhaye tied to marriage plans with Miss Dora Schreiber in Pueblo, Colo in 1881. It states he knew the Schreiber family well but had no special knowledge of Crit.
An ad from George Poster of 108 Wabansia Ave Chicago touts Grape Nuts as beneficial for health and convenience, noting improved well being in his family and praising ready-to-eat cereals as a cooking aid amidst changing modern food costs.
In a period piece plea the article touts America's superior naval hydrographic service. It notes foreign navies seek chart data and weather forecasts from Washington. Monthly charts gain widespread prestige by providing technical data and forecast for the coming period.
A Pekin dated dispatch to the Enische Zeitung reports a large clash near Makeden with heavy Russian casualties. Sixty Russians were killed or wounded, including four officers and General Zorpltski among the wounded.
Washington May 2 Treasury department reports a public debt of 1 072 745 56 after April. The drop is mainly due to sinking fund bond purchases. The debt includes interest bearing and non interest bearing portions totaling 1 279 250 466 with certificates and notes offset by cash. Gold reserve fund stands at 150 000 000 and trust and general funds around 891 etc.
The World reports British Westinghouse Electric and Manufacturing, formed with 25 million pounds capital led by George Westinghouse Jr, has secured large contracts for its 5 million pound Manchester plant. A St Louis firm will erect buildings and a New York Pittsburgh firm supplies chamber and machine tool equipment in a deal worth over 400 thousand pounds. The plant aims to employ 5,000 workers and plans resemble no exact Palisboore duplication. Westinghouse Jr and director Loud travel to Europe to oversee progress and will return in three weeks for further American contracting.
United States Marshal serves injunction on Clark construction forces in Utah Nevada dispute over a right of way for the Oregon Short Line. Barricades and trenches were removed, Clark camps disbanded, and the Short Line resumed work under federal order in Carson City.
George Findlay credits his strength to faithful support from friends who repeatedly urged him not to yield. He says a rally of backing could put him in front as the appointment nears, with Mike Sutton expected to remain in place to finish filling the four posts.
Boston May 2 at the Mexican Central directors meeting old members were re elected including Fer nandes Mexico Pablo Bio Mexico Levi Z Leiter Chicago E Hollins Mexico Charles H Perkins Albert A Robinson To in the Mexican Central and possible future inclusion of St Louis and San Francisco in management Changes may be made by today's board to create a spot for Nathaniel Thayer currently in Europe plus adding other New York directors Eminent Physicians study dab feeding Brand Condensed Milk is recommended by leading family physicians The best remedy for rheumatism Chamberlains Pain Balm praised by users in Troy Ohio sale by all druggists.
Seven heavy passenger cars plus eleven loaded for a Pacific Northwest trip left Minneapolis today. The expedition marks a significant movement through St Paul and Minneapolis since September. Legacy of settlers rates and travel patterns are noted amid reports of illnesses and a claimed miracle cure for coughs and consumption.
Travel advertisement outlines summer trips via the Santa Fe route to Northern Resorts Buffalo Exposition and St. Lawrence River with hotel rates and guides. Mentions Wabash trains from Kansas City to New York in 36 hours and Boston in 39 hours with sleeping car berths, urging readers to obtain illustrated books and agent contact T. L. King.
On May 15 and 16 home seekers will buy teketa to points in Arkansas Arizona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas Rocky Ford California and points east of Colorado at high fare plus 400 final limit 21 days stopovers allowed See agent for particulars.
Smith of McPherson is set to deliver the Independence Day address as no opposition remains to his candidacy. Boalt and other officials indicate Smith will be appointed by the state department at the Dunellon City encampment with Martin A. Boalt presenting the remarks.
Weather keeps players from action as cold snaps and storms hinder play. A Cubs Remedy for cold mentioned. travel promotions for a May 7 or 8 Santa Fe Route return special to San Francisco listed, with tickets valid 30 days. Agent T Li Hing noted for details.
Constantinople May 2 The Turkish mission under Enver Pasha with military officers and clergy aimed to establish relations between Iks and Chinese Muslims yesterday. The plan faced strong opposition and now appears favored by some factions while others oppose the move.
A damaged OCR fragment references a matchup involving Danorin and Boginen with garbled phrases about a leg, mouths, a run, and names like Abe, Pur Vicers, and Wounde. It lacks clear dates, scores, or roles, leaving only scattered hints of a sports context.
Dramatic events announced for Friday with The Beggar Prince a witty pleasing comedy featuring musical specialties. Advance sale open at popular prices with ladies free admission. A second show by the same company is slated for Saturday with a ladies and children’s matinee.
London reports on the first day of Niwiaurket meeting with Johnny Reiff piloting Winver to a notable win. Weather and track conditions noted as aiding speed, with commentary on other performances and upcoming events at the meeting.
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