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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 09, 1897

Page

8

Favorite Prescription and Pierce Remedies Ad in 19th Century

An advertisement extols Dr. Pierce s Favorite Prescription for women addressing weakness and female ailments. It promotes relief from inflammation ulceration and pain with claims of toning and health benefits for mothers and babies. The piece also markets Dr Pierce s Golden Medical Discovery as complementary and notes availability from dealers and a postal offer for a medical book and copies.

de Bierces Aline Alsien de Fipree Pierce Keneh Ejotts R. V. Pierce Buffalo N.Y

French scandal grips Paris as family tragedy unfolds

In a Paris residence, a tragic event leaves Mrs Dreyfus and three children dead, apparently by the hand of Capt. Dreyfus in a case tied to financial losses on the market and an alleged affair. The husband, Leb Dreyfus, is said to have driven the family crisis by his suspicions and influence, while authorities report funeral expenses covered by a fund.

Drvine France Dreefus Dresfas

Scheme to beat Hanna Democrats pledge to Bushnell for senator

A Democratic Ohio newspaper quotes Harris of the Democratic central committee claiming during a conference that the party would pledge its vote to Bushnell in the next general election. The piece suggests Democratic strategies to combine with Republicans to defeat Hanna, noting potential difficulties in Ohio.

Hanna Ohio Bushnel Senator Calimmits Nev Locus Democratic Newpaper Printa Sn Harris Demeratc Central Committee Renivanan Fe Democrasie Lhaderr Bushnell Ter Genatir Harrie Eliter Athens Sayers I. Gopecnen Condl Bo Miling Teputchein Penttirs Hanns Uhia

Greatest Discovery Yet in Coughs and Colds Claim

Sage editorial promotes King s New Discovery as inferior and urges use of a home remedy for consumption coughs and colds. Advertises Swift & Holidays Drug Store for bottles and says witch hazel salve cures skin troubles and sores.

W. OM Mepine Tiskiten Sage Curie Lt Swift & Holidays Drug Store Pas Sealda Moe Pas Sealda Moe Svalded By Using Wits Witch Hazel G. W. Stans Kahane

Yale and Princeton to clash in late football clash

Late sporting news notes Yale will meet Princeton a week later as the season’s big games begin with Harvard Yale and Harvard meeting for the first time since the Jol quarrel. Wisconsin beat Manhattan while Chicago faces the Rudens in a title race context. Chicago’s form cited as key in the national picture.

Yale Princeton Chicizo Harvard Mest Ance Tel Stimson Brincktwin Ectrotuke Aus Hr Gnethir Priscoton Penneylvania Middle West Chie Taro Coloma Suiurday Chicago HL Wiscomit Minnesota Cardinal

Fitz as a Batter

New York reports Mike Griffin of Brooklyn involved in a debate over the ideal ball player. Kid Cardinal and Cursey’s team practice scenes unfold at Weehawken as Fitz, a pugilist, tries batting and learns to use timing over brute strength, eventually tipping hits to left and mastering bunts under guidance.

New York Mike Griffin Brooklyn Dusty Grooms Anson Hatanan Griffin Tiob Fitesinarions Carsey Kbit Fitz Ty Axain Heeler Burkett

All-Americans Rout Baltimore in California Tilt 16 to 7

In San Francisco at Recreation Park the All-Americans defeated Baltimore 16 to 7 as East stars debut in California. Large received a rose shield tribute and lined a first bell double against Meld fence. Baltimore’s Jennies delivered a notable double play but Baltimore’s batting stalled early.

San Francisco Ageresa Hull California Recreation Park Baltimore Peter

Nebraska Wesleyan to Meet Kansas City in Western Football Clash

Nov meeting in Lincoln features Nebraska University versus Kansas City Kansas in a highly anticipated midwest showdown. Nebraska Wesleyan coach Thorms lauds Nebraska as the strongest western team, predicting a victory, while Kansas fans await a fast, skilled game that could draw a large crowd from across the state.

Kaness City Nebraska Lincoln Neb Middle West Nebuska Les Rush Marcel Nebraska Wesleyan Kane City Thormss Nebraska University Thomas Kansas City Kansas Jayhawkers Crimson

Kansas faces tough clash for western title glory

The piece notes Kansas plans a hard fought game to decide the western champions. It highlights Kansas beating Iowa boosting their standing and attracting eastern praise. It mentions potential Lincoln test and Nebraska loyalty shaping expectations ahead of the next Saturday game.

Kansas Iowa Jayhawkers Lincoln Crick Prairie State Pennsylvania Omaha World-Herald Nebraska Toshawkers Lincoln Pipers

George Dixons Harnings Squandered Wealth, Not Much Left

New York reports George Dixon, recently beaten by Sally Smith, spent vast purses and exhibition takings with little left. Manager Form O Rourke says Dixon earned at least 1060000 across four years, with earlier fights at the Pierce club netting 21610 and 324946 against Solly Smith.

Sullivan New York George Dixon Sally Smith Form O'Rourke Dixon Aid Pusit- Isis Propertien Pierce Coney Inland Solly Smith Smith Dixim Madison Square Garden Plimmer Palwer Griffo Barnett Jack Skelly New Orleans Johnny Murphy Nunc Walthe England Hyn George

Topeka Wheelmen Behind on Payments After August Race

The Topeka Athletic Association Wheelmen report $199 owed after August races. Members were assessed $2.60 each to cover unpaid bills. Secretary A. E. Hickerson says debts are being paid and a future meet is uncertain as crowds have been small.

Topeka Gein Bil A. E. Hickerson Lane Cith Dent Mr. Bhickeraon

EGAN A PIRATE Second Baseman Awarded to Pittsburg

National League Board awards the second baseman to Pittsburg after a formal arbitration session. Representatives from minor leagues discussed drafting reform and urged a convention to amend the constitution. Washburn defeats Manhattan 4 to 0 in muddy conditions. Beloit beats Concordia 7 to 0. Referees named for Kansas vs Nebraska and Nebraska vs Iowa games. Litte Giant Pills advertised as Klondike finds cure-all.

Egan Pirate National League Board Pittsburg Philadelphia Nev Feseus Eeeting Mischt Bareman Figan Pillsbore Brook Miter League Charles Kieinhans Kansas Nebraska Lincoln Jisu Iowa Omak

Postum Coffee Promoted As Healthful Substitute

An advertisement urges husbands to switch from regular coffee to one half Postum Cereal Food Coffee, then to Pure Postum. It claims the substitution aids in ailments, improves taste, and quotes the Postum Company of Battle Creek Michigan.

Wuerist Cereal Co Tim Battle Creek Mich

Gotham Going Up In New York Skyscraper Trend

The article notes New York’s rapid ascent as a world city, with a skyline rising skyward. It cites 10 story ambitions, tall landmarks like Trinity Church, the Tribune Building, World Building, and estimates the Empire City’s steel and stone towers reaching higher as elevator tech and space demand push heights.

New York Greater Empire City Bowlis Humber Syndicate Park Row Old Trinity Church Allen Tribune Dulldine St. Paul Steat American Surety

Died For Her Mother In Ark Fire Tragedy

A Brimrve bakery fire on Central avenue in Hot Sprinet Arkansas killed Frank Kauffman Clara Behart and Mrs Hildegard Erhart after flames trapped workers. The blaze started in an oven room and swept through the three story brick while occupants tried to escape by windows and stairs.

Ark Frank Kauffman Char Uedokneon Clara Behart Brimrve Bakery Central Avenue Clara Kauffman Johnson

North Carolina Negroes Convene Protesting Gubernatorial Loyalty

A Raleigh convention of North Carolina Blacks adopted the Lincoln Bemidieii Tearre name and denounced penitentiary directors for defying Governor Russell. They protest giving office to ten white Republicans, pledge support only to candidates favoring Black duration, and threaten to withhold nominations unless pledges are made to hire Black clerical staff and uphold Black political rights.

Raleigh N. C North Carolina Lincoln Russell Givine

Whitney surprised by New York election result

London dispatch reports ex secretary of the DAY Mr. Whitney expressing surprise at Van Wyck's large plurality. He had expected Law to win and declined to discuss the broader impact of the vote, noting a family disagreement over the outcome.

London Willam C. Whitney New York Jafid

Supreme Court Contempt Proceedings Involving Standard Oil

Columbus G Nov contends the Supreme Court ignored prior rulings as contempt motions arise from ongoing actions by Standard Oil Company. Attorney General Watson asserts the trust remains in dissolution, using windup pretenses to extend operations. The court will set a date for the company to answer to the charge.

Columbus Supreme Court Storary Mo-Rett Standard of Company Lis Watson Ite Naire

Rothchilds Half Million In Seine River Mine Deal

George Foster reports from Rat Portage that Olive gold mine owners on the Seine river refused a 500000 offer from Rothchilds of London. Premier Greenway travels to Chicago to discuss the Duluth railway plan.

Winnipes Man George Foster Rat Portage Olive Seine River Trothschilds of London Premier Greenway Chicago Duluth

Foraker builds grand Washington house in fashionable quarter

Senator Foraker of Ohio is erecting a large yellow brick residence at Sixteenth Street and Madison Place Washington. The mansion, a fine example of architecture, includes offices in the basement and guest spaces. The Forakers, formerly private, lend themselves to social duties while maintaining quiet family life.

Washington Senator Foraker Ohio Sixteenth Street Madison Place Senstor Foraker Gnu Lim Criticlam Cincinnati

Rabbits Plentiful In Western Pennsylvania Habitat

Pittsburg November 9 reports say rabbits are unusually abundant this fall with records of heavy hunting yields. Charles Hostetter notes 23 rabbits and one woodcock were shot by three hunters in eight miles of country, with more game seen. Squirrels, partridges, pheasants, wild turkeys appear plentiful, earlier drought and food have kept meat firm, while turkeys threaten farmers' crops in mountain regions.

Pittsburg Charles Hostetter Wien Maurksten Alinemn

Hayseed Smith Taken In Beaver Falls Tale

A well dressed stranger claimed to gather items for a Beaver County history project and asked to photograph Farmer Robert Smith in Marion township. After feigning a visit he left. the family discovered a thief had entered from the rear and robbed the house of silverware, jewelry, a revolver, a pocketbook with $9, and a fake camera.

Beaver Falls Robert Smith Marion Township Beaver County Pittsbury Mc Sisith Smith Wiltlne Ependite Watton Mr. Smith

Arithmetic neglect plagues Indiana schools aims

Indiana superintendents report for the state meeting shows arithmetic as a major failure area with an estimated 45 percent of student failures. They urge a uniform teaching method and note many graduates move to commercial schools unaware of basic addition. The history committee suggests using local historical places and oral presentations to deepen understanding.

Indiana Indianapolis Committee On History

Local Farmer Reports Bell Calves Survive Grays

Casper W Ye former Henry Winter Davis conducted a summer test by belling nearly 100 calves at birth, noting belled calves are rarely killed by gray wolves. While older cattle fell to wolves, none of the belled newborns were lost, and Clarry Middaugh protected his own foals with similar results this season.

Casper Wre Sov Henry Winter Davis Mr. Davis Clarry Middaugh

Kansas Quarantine Lifted For Southern Stock

The Kansas quarantine against south rm Gattis will be raised November 15 and the movement of southern stock into the state will begin two weeks earlier than usual. About 2,000 head of cattle in quarantine will be released once charges are paid. The state livestock sanitary commission notes changes to government regulations. There is a non-news ad about DeWitt's Witch Hazel.

Kansas State Livestock Sanitary Commission

Bryan ReviewsSelections Predict Republican Defeat in Nation

The Bryan writings argue the 1887 elections show dissatisfaction with Republican policies and predict the overthrow of the party. They note gains for Democrats in Kentucky, Iowa, Virginia, Nebraska, and elsewhere, critique tariff and gold standard policies, and warn of Democratic strength and anti injunction positions rising after the Chicago platform.

Siincely Neb William J. Beyan Mainntain Chicago Ohio Hanna Uney Kentucky Iowa Pennsylvania Massachusetts Virginia Ucket Nebraska Ubia Maachusetts Netraxka Tam Fot New York City New York New Jersey Maryland Tims Ot Beoh Faesus Friends of Independent Dimetaliiém Europe McKinley Republican Congress Gettine Republican Party United States Vente

Niblicans defend pover by insunuction

The piece outlines a Republican programme embracing three doctrines foreign contest of money, national bank control of paper money, and trust control of the taxing power. It questions whether the people will submit to these plans.

Niblicans Boe

Mormon Elders Struggle to Meet in Cincinnati

In Cincinnati a small Mormon delegation faced repeated refusals for meeting space. About a dozen elders from Utah, led by Davia 1 Devis and H. FP. Wurtey, secured a venue only after persistent effort. Names listed include M Mauss J J Feickwon G Clark J Ewtihon A Mayhew W Butte and Thomas Cottle.

Pines Cincinnati Colina Aportia Iwi Mormon Young Chen Utah Feida Ohio River Davia 1 Devis H. FP. Wurtey M- Mauss J. J, Feickwon G. Clark J. Ewtihon A.B Mayhew W. F. Butte A. Kernsheen Thomas Cottle

France Judgement Against World's Fair Company Over Fire Losses

A French court held the World's Columbian Exposition Company liable for fire losses dating from the January 28 incident during the Paris exhibits at the Chicago World’s Fair site. The decision cites negligence and awarded damages totaling 310,000 with extra claims for delay and expert costs, affecting several French exhibitors who suffered combined losses amounting to about 35.

World's Fair Company Chicago Jndee Grouscup Federit Bench World's Columbian Exposition Company Bevren Vasen Mide Ornemenia Chamber of Depution Repulie Ite Red Inne France Amouth

Liver Trouble Warning and Ayyr's Pills Endorsement

A medical notice warns that liver trouble signals danger, urging immediate care. It promotes Ayyr's Pills as a prompt relief and permanent cure, citing a testimonial from E. W. Bentley of Towner, North Dakota.

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