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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1901
Page
15
Fragmentary notes describe a home related to John Brown and references to places and events in 19th century era towns. The readable text mentions a residence, towns, and an associated movement or organization tied to historical themes.
Five affluent Arcola residents arrange a public competition to decide which claim of superiority holds. The event centers on a staged contest featuring prominent local figures, including riders and merchants, amid community interest and local spectacle.
A messy court report details Emmet Corrigan and wife Alice Hemingway in a divorce-related dispute. The proceedings involve alleged perjury, counsel fees, and a dramatic confrontation on a Broadway theatre set where Corrigan allegedly sought evidence and faced a tense exchange over payment and service costs.
Advertises a historic Lake Shore Tour package from Chicago to a southern route with maps of four chambers and popular trips. Announces open hours and a complete passenger service, inviting readers to request the 4 bug points brochure.
A fragmentary narrative recounts General Funston's Aguinaldo expedition with Alds de Camp lost twenty pounds. It describes January moves, a messenger dead, and plans to capture Aguinaldo, including Macabebe and insurgent officers selection. The account covers transport from Manila to a Vicksburg convoy, landings in Casiguran Bay, and trekking to Aguinaldo camp with harsh conditions and guard details.
Burton J. Mitchell recounts the ambush and capture of General Emilio Aguinaldo during the Palanan operation. The account details the daring river crossing, engagement with Macabebes, the surrender scene, and the transport of Aguinaldo to Manila, followed by his reception by General Funston and officials.
Young Howard Gould plans a stone country mansion on Long Island Sound near Sandspoit, a 30 acre tract. The Castle Gould project aims for a landmark estate with expansive views, landscaped grounds, artificial lakes, and water features. Expected cost nears $1,000,000 with extensive grounds work and rare trees already planted.
Cambridge authorities halted a planned act of vandalism by Harvard students who attacked a historic cannon on Cambridge Common. The group fled as officers arrived, carrying tools and incendiaries. the incident prompted security checks for the remaining two cannons.
C Munson, an electrician with thirty years of experience, will become superintendent of the city electric light plant succeeding HW K Goodrich. Munson’s wife believes the appointment will surprise many, noting he had lobby support from friends in town. He has previously supervised electrical projects in Topeka and helped install new streetcars in this city.
New York May 25 After weeks of preparation the Strollers move into their new club house on Mindleen avenue. They staged a burlesque The Price of Peace titled The Price of a Piece of Pie by Lois Fitzgerald with 70 members and 200 guests attending from the club. Senator Mark Hanna is the newest Stroller with several notable additions including Vice President Roosevelt and Admiral Dewey among recent members.
London May 26 Queen Alexandra's return from the country and bright summer weather revived society. The season, dull during mourning, now bursts into activity with dinners and lunches. The queen's first park appearance drew large crowds and she appeared in black. Marlborough House welcomed guests, Americans appeared prominently, and William Waldorf Astor joined the Devonshires at Compton Place. Various dinners and parties followed including at Hanchett Astor's residence and others hosted by the Duke of Devonshire, Mrs. Cornwallis West, and Mrs. Adair.
A Cornell student describes health recovery after switching from rich, irritable dieting to Grape Nuts. She details digestive relief, clearer complexion, better energy, and eventual return to studies after the diet change. The tale emphasizes dramatic improvement from dyspepsia and poor appetite to renewed vigor.
A list of distinguished figures at London hotels includes Adimural Erben Andrew Cornagie Mortis K pa president of the New York Chamber of Commerce Corneliua 3 Biles Addison C. Hucks ex minister of Austria Hungary Charles T. Yerkes John S. Gated General Russell A. Alger H Y Adame Bishop Hartzell Francis B. Loomis minister of Venezuela and Senator Heveridee. The king has accepted invitations to entertain guests at royal gatherings amid etiquette concerns and has begun hosting large parties at various aristocratic homes after dinner.
Governor George Nash traveled from Columbus to Saint Pete to attend a tribute event yet appeared aged and frail. He said he wishes to recover fully, though friends doubt a quick return. Reports of friction with a presidential party in Los Angeles were disputed by Nash, who noted the two oil parties arriving unexpectedly. Julius Whiting of Canton was named as president.
Fragmentary humor piece features distorted dialogue and garbled names. The text records a character named Caley Pintaclothes and references titles, a packet, and Yonkers with scattered phrases suggesting a mislinked line or OCR error rather than a coherent event.
The Burlington Route operates the Burlington Northern Pacific Express a daily through train linking Kansas City St Joseph or Denver with Puget Sound Portland Montana and Washington. It offers coaches chalk cars tourist and standard sleepers along with dining cars.
A fragmented Philadelphia Record item treats cures for chills or malaria. It mentions a remedy marketed by druggists and includes stray references to New Bride, Angela, and a tale of invention. The readable text implies traditional health warnings and a pattered remedy per package.
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