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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 03, 1899

Page

7

Fragmented snapshot of home news with many garbled lines

A fragmented OCR styled page mentions Frank Martin of HK company and various unclear names, places, and events. The readable tokens hint at a home news collage with references to a gallery, soldiers, and a photo corner, but most of the text is unreadable or jumbled.

Frank Martin HK Company Vere Rasenatts Meyers Filipine Far Roger Heger Frytt Abien Kinsley

Thorite to be manufactured in Manila for Luzon use

Washington reports inventor Tuttle of Tacoma and Lt. Charles F. Parker will travel from San Francisco to the Philippines to set up a factory for Thorite, a powerful explosive, intended for American army use against Filipino forces. Government tests praise its potential, with shells sized for future coastal defenses and artillery.

Luzon Manila Washington Tuttle Tacoma Charles F. Parker San Francisca Bata- Rita Philippines Smith Sanity Hove

Embezzlement Case Shocks County Official

A damaged OCR fragment reports an embezzlement of 37000 with accusations against Pinsily and Formelis. The text is garbled but references investigation, confession, and misconduct by a county official amid a broader financial shortfall and irregular travel.

Quarantine Lifted as Cold Wave Approaches New Orleans

New Orleans reports a predicted cold wave with temperatures near 46 degrees and strong winds overnight. Weather bureau forecasts officials to lift quarantines on all freights except household shipments as the cold spell nears, affecting New Orleans and neighboring states.

New Orleans Weather Bureau Louisiana

Lightning Speed How They Reached Topeka In Time For Parade

The Sunita F2 mobilized Twentieth Kansas Soldiers to Topeka between 2 and 3 45 pm Thursday, crisscrossing from La Junta to Topeka at up to 80 mph. Superb handling by Santa Fe crews and officials avoided derailments and ensured a timely parade arrival despite 16 hour delays.

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Tasmanian government toppled by no confidence vote

The Tasmanian government was overthrown by a no confidence vote in parliament, carried by a small majority. The premier resigned in October. A new compilation of Australian genius has been made, noting a rise in figures to 6,915 with 160 in.

Tasmanian Bette Mm Perliament

Grant Hornaday Rumored as State Board Candidacy

Fort Scott Kansas reports confusion over Grant Hornaday chair of the state board of charities and a CARBINE of this city. Speculation says he may seek the Republican nomination for a district seat next fall, though he has not confirmed and discussions continue with Bow erseck of the Second district.

Fort Scott Kan Grant Hornaday State Board of Charities Carbine Natal Ty Tesana Machine Republicane Repubican Hornaday Bowerseck

Convict Labor Campaign Roils Iowa Politics

Des Moines on November 2s campaign headlines a contest over convict labor contracts for button making at Fort Madison. About 1400 workers, mostly Republicans in Pearl River area factories, threaten to bolt the ticket as the state board of control weighs a convict labor contract at five cents per day. Opposition argues the Oquawk button concern could dominate the industry if approved. Governor Shaw’s board, with one Democrat and two Republicans, may approve once amended. defection risk could cost the GOP several thousand votes.

Des Moines Towa Bett General Assembly Pearl Berton Mississippi River State Board of Control Fort Madison Dutton Bord Shaw Gare Ermet Weaver Republican State Central Comqaltine Button Makers Aa

Vanderbilt railway unity discussed at New York meeting

In New York a gathering of all Vanderbilt railway presidents was called with rumors that W K K Yaddertit apples would push for closer system unification to bring properties into more economical operation. The meeting may also address leadership changes following C V Vanderbilt’s death and the line's future management.

New York Vanderbilt Railway W. KK. Yaddertit Aples New York Central Letis Tellway Company Cormetis Vanderbilt Thermes Vander Tur Cnaenlantine W. Vandermlve

Jockey Suspended in New York Gambling Case

A New York racing suspension was imposed on jockey Pete Rig amid investigations into sports betting and bookmaker activity. Officials alleged involvement by multiple riders and figures, with penalties issued and ongoing inquiries across the racing scene.

New York Levi Masern Ehsan Fae Wilson Robison Tug Eral Ranene Ess Wesk Flods & Pcosalient Oleae

German settlers organize a cooperative station in Cunbecland

A fragmented item reports German settlers from Cunbecland Wisconsin and Nevada establishing a cooperative or socialist surface station on Chippewa Island and the northern branch of the railroad near the city. It notes their religious background and origins from Germany, and mentions buildings, homes, and work on land under cooperative plans.

Cunbecland Wis Eto Chippewa Noribrast Apa Howees Germany

Supreme court rules on prisoner's right to whip damages

The state supreme court declares prison keepers may whip prisoners and prisoners whipped in the past year may sue for damages. In Columbus, Hocking Valley Improvement reports an owlet indoor care car placed by the railroad with Pullman Palace arrangements.

Knoxville Sureme Court of Aecits Hocking Valley Improvement Columbus, O Hocking Faller Railroad Iidoor Pullman Palace

North Topeka Social Notes From Local Visitors

Ida Cromwell and other locals spend days in town while visitors from Hope Atchison St Joseph and Salina visit relatives. Residents visit lenders, attend Twentieth Kansas reception, and mingle at local homes and church events. civic groups host regatherings and council notes record guests and arrivals in Topeka.

Kimball Printing Company Kansas Avenue Foucht West Goraie Bee Salta Arti F. A Jett More Street Cust Leverson St Joseph Kansas Cubs Dolman's West Gordon Street Bessie Shicndoe Hortanta Ethel Morris Manhattan Avine FA. Powell Christian Ar J. H. Padget Eimupt Suess Yestamay Robinson Topeka Avenue Charles Kurs AX. St. Mend Oscar Buchs University At Lawrence J. B. Jetts Yeneceay

Desmond Boyd Sentenced to Penitentiary in District Court

Mount Vernon reports Desmond Boyd alias Hea a Washington county desperado was sentenced to the penitentiary by Judge Younghired in circuit court last week for hare clipping. He was taken to Chester to serve the term after a ceremony in which Newcomen witnessed the event. Boyd’s bride returned home.

Mount Vernusz Desmond Boyd Hea Washington County Mar Sherut Muflom Boyd Chester Ardevia

St Louis World Fair finance committee review meeting

In St Louis last night a large crowd attended a finance committee session on the World’s Fair project. Former Francis ward official Julie S Waley announced a report on eastern railroad specifications and oversight. Governor Francis voiced confidence in finishing the fund promptly as leaders urged continued support.

St Louis

Feel the Change Four Statements on Kid Neolds Remedy

Mrs M Affton of Quincy Street testifies to relief from backache and dizziness after using Morrow's Kid-ne-olds Yellow Tablets. Her sister Mia Semaris reports further benefit and both endorse the remedy. The tablets are sold by John Morrow & Co. in Springfield Ohio at city prices.

Morrow Swift

Big Swede Dead in Illinois Home

A grave dated report notes a well known local figure, a Swedish immigrant who lived in Illinois. He served in the Civil War for two years before retiring to a quiet life in the region near Quincy. His passing ends a lengthy era of community ties and distant family connections.

Sweden Illinois Quincy Washington Dilinois Wisconsin

Filipino Curios and War Trophy Collection Highlight Kansas Troops

Major John A. Acher of the Twentieth Kansas returns from the Philippines with 16 boxes of curios and two cannon, joined by Lieuts Murphy and Frank J. Frank who also boast a large assortment of small trophies. The unit includes Spanish and Filipino medals, and mentions a dogged voyage with casualties among the crew.

John A. Acher Kansas

Schurman Keeps Knitting Session Continues Work

The Philippine Commission held a brief session and decided to continue its work despite Schurman possibly being away a week. Officials indicated tasks will proceed with minimal disruption if needed.

Schurman Washington Schurmen

For Sale Cheap Watches and Gear on Koneas Ave

Fragmentary ad notes cheap watches and gear for sale near Koneas Avenue. Reads like a casual marketplace listing with unclear contact details and timing. May include prices and sellers but specifics are obscured by garbled OCR.

Topeka Kansan OCR Fragment Shows Unreadable Local Item

Fragmentary OCR text from Topeka Kansas issue mentions a local matter with unclear street name and partial figures. Readable entities include Topeka and Kansan, but specifics are missing and no definite event or action can be determined.

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