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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1900
Page
7
The notice promotes Prof Gentrys Famous Dog and Pony Show at 13th and Harrison Street on Friday and Saturday May 4 and 5 in the afternoon starting at 3 PM. The attraction is billed as one that has amazed all America.
A damaged OCR fragment mentions Tuam and rail street terms with unclear names. It appears to reference a sentence or citation but lacks readable details, participants, and events to confirm a concrete news item or outcome. The readable context is insufficient for a full two-line summary.
A garbled column reports social visits, residents and visitors around North Topera including Dr Bryan at 125 Kanene Avenue, Meriden winter stays, and various local mentions. It notes neighbors, family ties, and routine happenings, with scattered names and partial addresses among the fragmented text.
Fraying OCR text shows a one day sale with irregular items described as kitchen skirts and angeirts at specific prices. It mentions Lie gad to all allie kithen and ladies selborn at Morth Topeka, indicating a catalog-like bargain page.
A Rochester meeting addressed by Mr Ww. Senn Geert elected to fill a vacancy following the resignation of Mr G. The gathering occurred on a Tuesday in the town’s Spers week, with Mr Burrs noted in the proceedings.
May 7 reports the American Steel firm securing the foundation contract for the St Lawrence Bridge project. Market notes hint at foreign shipments, domestic price pressures, and labor disruptions affecting steel and structural goods amid a cautious industrial climate.
The Democratic party argues to maintain the gold standard while opposing currency manipulation. They advocate free trade with Porto Rico and naval expansion, support civil service reform, and call for a clear currency policy free from partisan diversion as the nation debates finance and value.
New York May 3 Mary Smith was exhumed as Assistant District Attorney Blumenthal denied murder claims. Three suspects reportedly confessed within 24 hours as evidence and arrests mounted.
Fragmented OCR lists names and brief notes on medical staff and ward rounds. Mentions physicians such as Lanphear, Hawley, and Peers with unclear affiliations amid references to paralysis and medical proceedings.
A long complicated damage suit from Marshall County proceeds to the Missouri Pacific Railway Company appellate court after an inner court verdict awarded a placeholder sum. The case centers on Elin M Preston guardian for Tellin M Preston injured when a freight car moved, tossing her under wheels and causing severe injuries. Proceedings unfold with judges changing and a retrial ordered, culminating in a verdict for the plaintiff in the first trial and new questions about damages and costs.
Senate military affairs committee reports favorably an amendment to a civil act appropriating 70000 for permanent quarters at Fort D A Russell Wy. The panel also moves to report bills creating branch soldiers homes at Denver Colorado Johnson City Tennessee and Cape Town relief funds show early large subscriptions.
Mae Feaw cites a wife’s dramatic recovery from rheumatism after a long attack that left her unable to walk. She reports steady improvement after using Chamberlain's Pills, purchased from Mrs Maddox, with the treatment providing lasting relief. Sold by all druggists.
Anousl Detroit report from Michigan Central details a prosperous past year with net earnings around 3.4 million dollars and a 1455.08 increase from prior year. Dividends at two percent were paid. the directors note track mileage reached eleven miles.
A woman was arrested after a performance last night amid accusations she stole jewelry valued at 1000 dollars and 352 dollars in cash intended for a child. Detectives reported she confessed briefly before attempting to flee with all jewelry except one ring. The suspect claimed the funds were to educate her child and had traveled to New York to pay a boarding for the child. the case may be dropped.
A fierce blaze since last night scorched thousands of acres of oak and pine between Cedarville and Center Grove. Smoke and flames drove wildlife away and made travel hazardous as flames surged through the woods, with residents fearing extensive damage.
New York May 7 says Pacific directors intend to dispose of collateral from Seven deposits to secure outstanding funding notes. The sale aims to raise funds and issue new bonds to cover about $5 million, releasing collateral and financing new equipment. The move seeks to prevent default and sustain operations.
In Frankfort on May 2 W H Coulton resumed testimony in the Goebel murder investigation. He says Governor Taylor authorized paying Youts to leave Kentucky. A Lexington conference planned to block Berry from the House and bar Van Meter from the hall. Caleb Powers relayed messages to Taylor. Coulton claims he did not know which state officials were to be removed. He concludes his testimony after detailing subpoenas and actions tied to the governor contest. Circuit Clerk Moore of Jackson de-
An advertisement claims content from a source warned of plans to incite violence and to kill Governor Goelel and other legislators. The text describes mail orders shipped promptly and asserts a political threat involving several lawmakers.
The text reports on an arbitration award to be delivered April 19, with doubts about acceptability and possible joint remonstrance by the United States and Britain. It notes delays and the attention of the federal president who appointed the arbitrators, amid international tension. It also mentions bishop Ferrat and priests sailing home from New York for Rome, the Louisiana purchase exposition delay in St Louis, and a Spokane mine sale to an eastern syndicate.
May 2 report states General Otis has not informed the war department of Catable garrison casualties. Officials suspect he withholds details to control the release of the victims' names.
A shaky excerpt describes a judge or doctor curing a patient of severe stomach trouble and a liver and kidney ailment after trying Elegie Bitters. The passage references a local store ad by A. Tt. Waggoner in Wichita, Kansas Avenue, with mention of medicines and remedies.
Cincinnati and Return $18.00 via Santa Fe trains May 7 morning. final limit May 1 for Peoples Party national convention. Keen agent at AT & SF railway offers details. Also Cincinnati and Return $16,000 via tickets on sale May 6 7 morning trains. final limit May 1 for Peoples party national convention.
Fragmented old classified ad list seeks salesmen and various services. Mentions Mount Hops Nurseries Lawrence Kansas and other scattered items such as umbrellas, sewing machines, pigeons, and stores. Includes nonsensical fragments and garbled chores.
Classified rental notices appear with multiple addresses and vague details. Listings mention seven room houses and other dwellings for rent on Wickiean Avenue and Western Avenue, with remarks about repairs, barns, and shady lawns alongside unclear vendor names and street references.
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