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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1899
Page
2
A public notice extols Mrs Pinkham Lynn Massachusetts and her vegetable compound for women with lingering illnesses. It claims over a million helped by her advice and letters, citing testimonials from Miss Bresnxer and Miss Russet about relief from backache nervous tiredness painful menstruation and kidney issues.
The article details De Wolf Hopper facing troubles after an evening performance amid disputes over stage rights and compensation. It cites manager and legal figures, mentions other cast members including Miss Bergen and Miss Mackaye, and notes Hopper’s ongoing personal and professional complications during the Providence engagements and at the Pitth Ave theater.
A long description extols the Invalides Hotel and Surgical Institute founded in Buffalo New York as a leading center for patient care. It recounts mail advice offering inexpensive home treatments and cites a Worcester Massachusetts man who reports recovery after using Liver Off and Golden Medical Discovery.
A veteran surgeon Dr Ludiam died after a surgical mishap in an operating room while performing removal of a fibrous tumor. The operation continued despite complications, others led the patient to a recovery room where the doctor later collapsed. The procedure was completed and the patient survived, though the medical staff faced a grim, tense aftermath.
In Atlantic City on May 4, Viretcia Sanders and Miss May Bandera arrived by train with Willis Simpson. A tram runaway occurred near the boardwalk when a horse team pulled the carriage into the ocean. Spectators witnessed passengers being thrown and dragged as the vehicle capsized into the surf. Rescuers pulled the women and others from the water, the horses finally halted near the seawall after crashing through the open sea.
In Cleveland on May, Senator Hanna denied circulating theories that he and Senator Foraker planned a joint push for the governorship. He said he opposes such backroom deals and declined to commit to any arrangement. The exchange touched on tensions within Ohio politics.
Judge Jeske grants divorce and alimony to Cath erinn Kraus from Charles Kraus When Aira. Kraus sued for divorce, his attorney argued she deceived him by hiding a glass eye until after marriage. Court ruled facial or other physical deformities are not grounds for fraud in marriage contracts.
Alexander Masterton, 72, head of Farmers' Loan and Trust, was killed in a Burlington hotel after being shot five times. James Neal Plumb, who said Masterton had tormented him for 35 years, prepared a lengthy written statement claiming a vendetta and detailing alleged conspiracies and personal harm. Plumb remained at the scene and was arrested, with police noting the motive remained unclear beyond his claim of deliberate vengeance.
Washington hearing on sweatshop conditions in Chicago reveals 200000 Illinois workers and 150000 in Cook County. Inspector Flos race Kelly cites unsanitary, harmful surroundings and child labor defying state age limits. She urges Salzer act style reforms and stricter enforcement. Standard Oil figures may testify in Washington between 6th and 20th.
New York sculptor Giovanni Turini, after years of struggle, awaits Venezuela's payment of 75000 for marble memorials of patriots. President Crespo delayed, Turini sought State Department help, and Peter B. Olney pressed for legal recovery. Turini, nearly penniless, notes lost faith in Latin American officials.
The Toledo city council discussed two propositions for municipal ownership of the Detroit and Shore line. One plan would have the city build the road and hand it over to a city-controlled company, with transfer of ownership after completion. The other plan envisions the road remaining under municipal control, with the city purchasing the line at a specified future date, outlining direct municipal ownership and funding details.
San Francisco officials seized pamphlets sent by Edward Atkinson of the Anti Imperialistic league of Boston. The items were addressed to Admiral Dewey General Otis General Miller and Professor Schurman and Worcester members of the Philippine commission.
A dispatch from South McAlster reports the Cherokee Nation range must be cleared. All cattle on the ranges not owned by the tribe are to be driven out immediately per instructions to U S District Attorney Soper from the Attorney General.
A man believed to be W. W. Patterson of Town City was found dead in his San Jose room on May 4. He apparently hanged himself from the bed post, ending a period of regular remittances from friends until a few weeks ago.
An advertisement claims a "Mystic Cure" for rheumatism and neuralgia works in 1 to 3 days, removing the cause and curing the disease. It touts immediate improvement after the first dose and prices a 75 cent initial dose. Distributed by Swift & Holliday druggists at 822 Kansas Avenue Topeka. Also promotes Gypsy Queen Baking Powder urging grocers to stock for Topeka customers.
A historical testimonial about nerve health and Dr Miles Restorative Nervine. It describes nerve force as brain to body messengers, claims the remedy restores vitality, appetite, and sleep, and includes patient anecdotes of sleeplessness, nervous prostration, and heart trouble improving after use.
Advertisement offers trial packages of Dr Miles remedies including Restorative Nerving and Liver Pills, with free samples sent to anyone who provides name and address and mentions the paper to Dr Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.
New York magistrate hears case of a father who beat his daughter to cast out devils. The child, found in Baxter Street, bore severe bruises and welts. Gerry Society doctors treated her, noting near-fatal injuries and a history of continued abuse.
Waushington May 4 reveals treasury estimates project total war expenses far above 300 million, with ongoing accounting difficulties. Officials note not every cost is separable from civil expenditures, while army and navy outlays for late 1898 push the yearly total toward the hundred million mark. The final total remains uncertain.
The text notes civil and miscellaneous expenditures totaling just over ten million dollars for the last ten months as preparations preceded a war declaration. It adds that the prewar average annual military expense over the five years before the Spain conflict was about fifty million.
New York May 4 Rivalry between the New York Mutual Gas Light company and the Consolidated Gas company plus Standard Gas led to a price reduction. The Mutual Gas Light company lowered its rate to 65 cents per 1000 cubic feet, from 110 cents, and a similar cut was announced by the Consolidated company. William L. Purdy assistant secretary noted the move as best for consumers amid the gas industry war. Consolidated Gas stock dropped thirteen points on the stock exchange.
May 4 1899 at San Diego California the G A B R encampment of California and Nevada session passes resolutions backing President McKinley wartime policy and condemns suspected traitors calling for unity and decisive action amid Manila and Philippine conflict casualties and patriotism.
A large audience is set to attend at the Grand Opera House tomorrow as the Breng Biwoncert company presents a dramatic program. The program features Laales, the harpist, and Sehtecker, noted performers, in a night of music and stage arts.
An account praises Prof Zamara of the Vienna Conservatory as a brilliant professional harpist and musician. It recalls his celebrated career, performance prowess, and the esteem in which he is held by peers, noting his concert influence and national recognition.
A noted scientist praises Cod-liver Oil as a universal remedy for wasting diseases. Scott's Emulsion blends pure oil with hypophosphites to rebuild tissues, enrich blood, and support nerves. Claims target consumptives diabetics pale or thin people and nursing mothers. Do not accept a substitute. yc and Bseect cataneses SCOET & BOWNE, Chaminn Siew Vouk.
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