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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1899

Page

3

M'Kisson Calls Hanna Old Man of the Ses

In a recent interview M'Kisson declares Hanna the old man of the ses to President McKinley. He accuses Hanna of serving as a tool of trusts and opposed to the administration while claiming to lead the Republican party. He urges removing trust elements to save the country and the party.

McKinley Cleveland Hasma'e McKisson Hanna Tae Fonts Hanmalsin Rathenat Hanna Herm Heputilean Mansa Mmekineg Lp Qaky Gil Mark Harne

National League Game Report with Incomplete Scoring

Fragmented text from a National League game report mentions innings and score by inning data. Key entities are unclear due to OCR errors but references to teams and a scoreboard appear. The readable portions indicate a baseball context with innings and a batter or pitcher notation, though specifics remain garbled.

Loles New Dance At Paris Sensation

May Lafair Fuller travels to London soon with new dance effects in a Paris sensation described as the peak of the moment. The garden scene features Chinese lanterns and a serpentine skirt, with the painter and a celebrated Chinese representative drawing applause as costumes and stage effects dazzle attendees.

Lair Fuller London Cave Entertainment Paris Ley Dts

Bowling Alley License Battle Delayed by City Council Vote

The council narrowly rejected a new license for the Valley bowling alley after discussions on May 4. Governor Morzvit warned the council that delaying the action could impact his property, while supporters pressed for a reversal and a resumed vote. The outcome hinged on a six to two tally and continued opposition from some members.

Aati Morzvit Bettar

Phoenis Bridge Works Signs Japan Rail Link Deal

Outside Europe Philat…a, 12, reports Phoenisbie contracts with Japanese government reps for a steel bridge for Japan’s imperial rail system. The Petitions and contracts cover steel viaducts for Brazil, Canada, Central America, and Peru, with the rear Transcontinental line near completion by the Russian government. Chicago hosts the Rough Riders reunion in May, with Postmaster Charles T. Gorgon chairing the Chicago regiment’s committee for the event in October.

Rough Riders Chicago Charies T. Gorgon Chicago Recerrell's Regiment of Hough Riders Erst Walneers

Salvation Army Colony Starts Near Kansas Line

W E Curtis reports from Nolty near the Colorado Kansas border on the Salvation Army colony formed from 26 Chicago families. The venture aims to solve urban pauperism by farming, with land at 22.59 per acre, water rights, and a 10 year payoff plan. Settlers receive two acres each, a house, livestock, and a cooperative creamery, hoping for self‑support and tax production.

Chicago Record Enoth-Theker Egypt Xenkisur Booth-Tucker Paul Mortar Sante Fe James A. Davis Industris Coms Santa Fe Company Tuk Booth Tucker Salvation Army Fartom Winslow Aziz Mulvatlun Arkansas Lne Colorado Kansas Great Plains Booth Tecker Salvation Anny Santa Fe Ard Wien Wiles Mana the Water Company Rati Geert Mate Pie Feiner Yiet Uni Mainenes Ratiebtien Fila Sonny Witey Holt Wabeaeo Ale Vale Emernander Starind Colonel Hatieat

Topeka Praise for Morrow's Kidneucils Cure

The people of Topeka praise Morrow's Kidneucils for back ache dizziness sleepiness and nervousness claiming the remedy from Midseys Shinron's Kid-ne-aids cures where others fail. N Ele Na 18 Quincy street confirms two years of relief from kidney trouble bladder inflammation and difficulty urinating after using two boxes of Kid-ne-colds. tablets cost cents and are sold by Swift & Houildas's drug store.

Topeka Benefthey Morrow Shinron N. Ele Quincy Street Ela Swift & Houilidas John Morton Cory Chremists Orm Springfield

Roosevelt signs policing political activity bill

Albany Wyoming lawmakers report Governor Roosevelt signs a bill sending to the legislature. The measure bars any police official from using official power to aid or oppose political parties or candidates and prohibits promotions or donations for political purposes within the force.

Albany, Wy Roosevelt

Permanent vacancy looms in Santa Fe personnel

The death of C M Higginson, three years as Ripley’s assistant, likely leaves a permanent vacancy in the Santa Fe leadership. Higginson’s reforms created economical systems across departments. Ripley, now in Europe, may abolish the assistant position upon return unless a successor is found.

C. M. Higginson Ripley Sata Fe Gmeiad Santa Fe Railway Higginson Higgginson Hipley Leiter Ripley '3 Europe

Santa Fe Officials Attend Higginson Funeral in Chicago

Santa Fe officials traveled by special train to Chicago to attend the funeral of C. M. Higginson, late assistant to President Ripley. The No. 6 section carried most city officials, arriving today as General Manager Frey and others recently returned from New Mexico.

Santa Fe Chicago C. M. Higginson Ripley Frey New Mexico Higginson Topeka

Fast Track Building Sets Rail Record on Santa Fe Line

Super intendent J Parker of the middle division aided by Roadmaster Bradley and a crew laid three miles and LIM feet of 7 5 pound rails between Strong City and Neva in nine hours. The feat, the fastest for that length, earns Santa Fe the championship in fast track building.

Emporis F. J. Parker Middle Division Bradley Strong City Neva Parker Santa Fe

Louisville man awarded 50000 in civil suit

George Dinning, colored, awarded 50000 damages by a white juried court in Kentucky. The defendants, Logan and Simpson county farmers, faced judgment for the full amount sued. Dinning had killed Jodie Cann during a January midnight event, after which Cann’s home was burned and his family displaced.

Louisvilla Ky. Mays George Dinsing United States Logan Simpson Dinning Jodie Cann Hume

Inaugurating a Bird Day in Oil City and beyond

A Nebraska City paper urges adding Bird Day to the school calendar. Oil City Pa superintendent A Babcock originated the idea and inspired officials to establish Bird Day May 4. Reports praise children's activities, lessons, and local enthusiasm on the first observance.

Albany Ancus Conservative Nebraska City J. Steriin Morton A. Babcock Oil City Morton Thes Arthr Tews I Ieee

Punston Quickstep and the Marching Banana Troop Tale

A fragmented account describes a performance with Mocen't rhythm and a playful theme. The narrative references the composer of Eritish Gaynte and mentions the British Guards band in May, noting audience reactions and banter about marches and dances.

Marth Yesonaus Rio Grantsey Furston Guatrey iMate Gauske

Mr Brown's Offer to City for New Building Site Plan

City council considers a proposal to acquire Bevensh and Jackson Streets block as a central site for a new city hall building. The plan would issue bonds secured by a trust deed to fund construction and relocate the city hall, contingent on council approval and investor interest.

Cormer Bevensh Jackson Topeka Cy Sounell Peesant Atdhorines Onmte

Topeka Festival Delayed Amid Community Strife

The article describes a postponed local festival and related outreach efforts in Topeka as residents debate plans and reactions. It notes confusion over events, mentions a reception, and references a broader Kansas history context and civic engagement. The piece highlights community tension, proposed activities, and the involvement of local leaders in shaping the event schedule.

Mackie Tonka Hansss Kroatest Kansas Globe Fred Fred Ponteeht the Reception Ting and mi Af Cig Os Oh Eon. Joe Kak Tne Burden Omaha Atchisarm Ron Carnivitis Hollidas Sclehu Troms Tapasen Gees Carnicarnttal

Peoria Club Formed With Unique Platform May Be Intent on Marriages

A Peoria club formed with a nine member charter and widowhood marriage aim unveils a unique platform. The organization emphasizes companionship and social support for widows, planning gatherings and advocacy through its early stages.

Peoria May & Ae AE

Heart Power and Pabst Malt Extract Endorsement

An unsigned health note extols the heart as the great engine of the body and praises Pabst Malt Extract as a tonic. It claims the heart can be kept energetic with rich blood and energy from the extract, citing a Philadelphia testimonial from Dr. Thos. Shriner and a general emphasis on vitality and age.

Philadelphia Shriner M.D

Widow Marriage Club Promotes Union for Widows

A city club forms with members pledged to marry only widows with children as a stated aim. There is no dues or treasurer. fines fund entertainments. If a member weds someone other than a widow, a $3 fine is levied and the wedding must be invited to, or the club may attend.

Ben Hur Dramatic Work Under Way in Crawfordsville

May 5 Crawfordsville Ind Work for a Ben Hur dramatization progresses General Lew Wallace praises the outline by William Young New York dramatist Young and John Brooks, syndicate member, left for New York after two days here and altered many details during the visit

Crawfordsville Ind Lew Wallace Wiliam Young Mr. Young Br. Young John Brooks New York

Cure for Consumption Rumors Spread in Rome

In Rome in May reports claim a new remedy for tuberculosis named formalina discovered by Prof. Cervills of the University of Palermo. The treatment is said to be applied via subcutaneous injections and is touted as a radical breakthrough, though details and verification are unclear.

Rome May Prof Cervills University of Pal Ermon

Women Rule In White Town Emancipation Drives Votes

A Swiss town experiments with drastic suffrage changes as women govern in place of men. Parish councils plan spring measures to emancipate women and grant them voting power, forming a government led by wives and mothers while men act as deputies. Strong Catholic opposition persists as the town debates this radical shift.

Chicago America Woren Havne Gulyeert Akeentee Cornell Siete Melanu

Horse Standing Where He Froze

A frozen horse remains standing on the Laramie plains after a severe winter storm, its four legs extended in a braced posture as the carcass endures the melt. America Gets the Order notes Syria Bahn line plans from Haifa to Damascus and Persia. United States Consul Rayndal reports rails and stock from Thomas Iron Works for the project. Ringling Brothers' menagerie touted as the largest traveling zoo. A boxed deal offers 50 for $1.25 at Sim Drug Co.

Laramie Wye Laramie Plains Taramie Frogen America Washington Syria-Gramnan Haifa Berroot Damascus State Department United States Rayndal Thomas Iron Works Lenangeles Calsay Fer Valley Road San Francisco Santa Fe Ringling Brothers

The Cult of Isis in Paris Spectacle Report

From the London Telegraph. A Paris venue hosts a Neo Pagan cult event linked to Isis worship. Descriptions include dance of the four elements and priestesses from local quarters while authorities and observers note historical ties to Egyptian rites and ancient goddess worship.

London Telegraph Paris Tie Errernin Ials Isis Inia Montssiartre Inie Tiene St.Germain Des Pres Nile

Through Sleeping Car Service From Kansas City to Northwest

Travelers may ride through sleepers from Kansas City to Montana and Washington with weekly departures on Tuesdays and Thursdays via the Burlington Route and Northern Pacific connections. First and second class through sleeping cars operate to Butte and Anaconda, Mont., starting March 12, with daily service from Kansas City or St Joseph. Inquiries invited to G. C. Wakeler, General Passenger Agent, Louie Mo rry.

Montana Washington Konset S St. Jumapty Burlington Duke Spokane Heeatte Puget Utc Northern Pacific Railway Kansas City St Jneenn View Northwest Main Line Eilings Northwess St. Joseph Sonsiana Butte Anaconda Montane A. Cc

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