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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1902
Page
10
Santa Fe railroad news notes a large cross country trip priced at five decades of cents with a low rate for the journey. Atchison offers seventy five dollars in prizes and inducements, while the piece discusses the event and related local details as teams and officials prepare for the gathering and the expected turnout.
Fristo denies a $5,000 contribution to the Texas World's Fair project amid a melee involving Louie G. Wocttom and the Texas Workl's Fale committee. Officials discuss fundraising limits and district alignment as opponents press for support while state leaders weigh constitutional implications and public backing in Parsons and nearby areas.
A garbled railroad dispatch notes mixed items about Santa Fe workers, printing news and delays. It references Topeka, Kansas City, and Topeka Santa Fe trains, with mentions of personnel changes, shop activity, and a call for continued coverage of rail issues.
Theo Hung, linked to the September 13 shooting death of Dr. Adolph Nookin in New York, had been declared insane after Navin’s murder indictment and confinement. He was released from the asylum and demanded a trial as the district attorney announced state witnesses were dead and the case quashed.
In Denver May a wrangling dispute over Cot ordio's placement in the Ancient Order of Foresters led to courts consolidating local bodies into a single Dover court. The charter was issued under Bish Chief Ranger E A Hayes from the Atlantic jurisdiction and approved by Barrow-in-Purves England.
London reports indicate peace in South Africa is effectively secured with terms seen as favorable to the British side. Details remain guarded but cabinet deliberations hint the end of hostilities may be imminent. Boer leaders reportedly resist full acquiescence while British and Boer officials weigh pragmatic conditions.
Miss Lopez of Boston presents a petition to the president seeking release for three Lopez brothers and other relatives held in Batangas, Philippines, describing hardship, property seizures, and alleged injustices. The president has consulted with the War Department and Taft but sees no immediate remedy.
An old advertisement claims chronic catarrh underlies many women’s ailments such as backache nervous debility and dyspepsia. It touts Peruna as a cure with testimonials from Mrs Kate Mann and Mrs J Mitts praising relief and lasting health after using several bottles.
Washington May M The president has revoked a cocaine order affecting Aleta Shiba placing the lieutenant general and adjutant general in the line to assume secretary of war duties in the secretary’s absence The revocation order names General Miles and General Corbin to carry duties while secretary and assistant secretary are absent Root issued a parallel order before departure designating a chief to handle requisitions and Treasury papers The acting arrangement remains temporary until the secretary is ready to resume duties Colonel Ward is mentioned in connection with orders and potential replacements, with Carter as potential successor name in dispute.
A terse report notes several unexpected claims linked to Scott Emule from a former associate. The source mentions weak children and a suite, hinting at a broader controversy without detailing specifics. Further context remains unclear from the fragmented text.
A testimonial from Nellie Lindsay of Marinette Wis praises Penuna as a women's friend. She recounts health decline two years ago with loss of appetite and backache, improving after using six bottles, and credits the remedy with restoration of health. The letter invites readers to write Dr Hartman in Columbus Ohio for guidance and book.
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