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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 31, 1899
Page
8
The listing touts unbeatable city prices on groceries including dried apricots, pure cider apple butter, pancake flours, coffee brands, sugar, meats, canned fruit, and baking supplies. It claims special attention to fresh meat and promises the lowest flour prices, inviting shoppers to compare.
J. F Countermine praises a new federation movement linking churches and youth societies. He argues church and state must stay apart while Christianity encompasses society. The letter endorses young Catholics and outlines aims to advance Christian principles, predicting success and moral duty in the cause.
An early ad-style description extols Grape Nuts as a strange yet tasty breakfast option with a nutty flavor and crisp texture. It emphasizes grape sugar content, claiming quick digestion and proven health benefits, including rapid energy transformation and nourishing the blood.
George M. McPherson, 15, a messenger for Hasty Mewmonger, won the 10 mile downhill course in 3 minutes 17 seconds with an eight minute handicap. John Dye finished second in 2 minutes 46 seconds. AWG. Laitner and J. OH White won time prizes, Val Tyler the bicycle prize with a 29 minute 31 second record.
Edward McIntyre 24 of Poughkeepsie went to Wallaceburgh Canada two years ago. A telegram said he would be buried Wednesday, prompting his father John to travel for the body and the mother to prepare mourning. A later message corrected that Edward is married, not buried, and he arrived to bless his son and Arhle, leaving Mrs. McIntyre fainting at the mood news.
Washington correspondent reports that the Louisiana Purchase Exposition will outshine private displays. Government shows in war navy history mining electrical and transportation are planned as a superb, organized exhibit. St Louis officials are urged to perfect and finalize a comprehensive scheme for Uncle Sam.
Paris crowd reaction shifts from agitation to reverence as Ballot Beaupre's report signals recall to France and a retrial for Dreyfus. Deroulede's trial and Marchand's case are seen as pivotal to restoring republican sentiment, with The Figaro noting the plebiscite led France toward Waterloo and Le Gun.
New York May 21 memorial day marked the destruction of Indian Head on the Palisades of the Hudson. A blast using at least 10,000 pounds of dynamite from Carpenter Hruthers quarry at Daytonville near Fort Lee removed about 500,000 tons of rock, exposing a 70 by 165 foot surface and sending rock into the river road. Major J. W. McClare warned the damage would continue if blasting persists.
Three distinct tornadoes struck the Ponca area yesterday afternoon. One house, that of George Walbeck, was destroyed while a large amount of property was damaged and substantial livestock were killed. Funnel shaped clouds were reported by many residents who hid in cellars.
In Waterloo Iowa May 21 two women claim the body of Edwin J Parker killed in a Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern wreck near Waterloo. Mrs F J Barker widow travels from Hot Springs Arkansas to handle remains while Miss Tan Shadville of Niehart Montana arrives claiming Parker as her fiancé and that Barker and Parker were to marry in Minneapolis yesterday.
A severe electrical storm struck Kansas City and nearby areas after midnight, lasting about an hour and causing temporary outages. Electric plants and telephones dependent on lightning struck power lines and dynamo batteries. lights in the city went out. No major damage reports from the county reached by press time.
A verbose Topeka roundup notes A W Dana’s talk at Silver Lake and various local happenings. Mentions painting, telephones, Garfield park biocycle track work, Memorial Day events, parades, Woodman camp, and performances by Andrews Opera company with dates and local figures like Senator Peffer and Major Boyd’s cadets.
London May 1 The four year old chestnut colt Weatman by May Duxe Malt owned by Al Work won the Effingham plate at Epsom. Candilleria placed second. Vast attendance noted. Among American attendees were Choate Consul General Osborne and Mrs Thompson of Ohio Colonel and Mrs Hunsicker and Miss Etton of Paris. Others included Mrs Alexander Barrett Hayman Frohman Morks Gillette Lawton and Sullivan. Photographs Yahk operated at Downing's Call and get acquainted.
A Washburn vs. Deaf Mutes Institute baseball game drew a large crowd as the mute players fielded in near total silence. State Treasurer Frank Grimes umpired, deciphering signals by fingers and gestures. Washburn won 6 to 2 as Barnes and Gramley stood out for Washburn.
A New York World report on a large Missouri Democratic gathering where western and southern delegates welcome a New York Democrat. The speaker praises united party action, shared goals, and the strength and honesty of regional Democrats while noting differences over silver coinage.
Oliver H. P. Belmont urged Democrats from the south and west to unite to form an irresistible party. He praised educated young leaders and strong, patriotic actors amid Bryan era support, calling for progressive conservatism and national party cohesion.
The Ancient Order of Hibernians in New York and The Board of Erin at their fiftieth annual convention denounce any alliance between the United States and foreign powers, especially England. They protest entangling alliances, asserting the U S can stand strong alone and resist foreign threats without England’s aid.
Paris dispatch reports Archbishop Ireland telling a Decoration Day banquet at the American University that the future rests with the youth of America. He says liberty with civil order and order with liberty define America and that Western youth must fulfill this mission with intelligence and virtue.
A fragmented editorial piece discusses patriotism, wealth, and social class in America, invoking Theodore Roosevelt and concerns about European influences. It argues for merit and citizenship over money or education, urges anti-class-pride policy, and highlights the value of American unity. Mentions Campbell's watch shop and local services as examples of everyday enterprise.
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