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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 11, 1898

Page

5

Weak Spot in Your System Warns of Liver and Kidney Strain

A dramatic warning essay claims most people harbor a hidden weak spot in the liver or kidneys. It argues modern life strains these organs, causing fatigue, headaches, bile, and illness. Warner’s Safe Cure is praised as the sole remedy to cleanse and restore vitality.

Candy Battlenhip Navy Mae Carmen Wren Fennty Diveuss Bright Paysiotess Gunn Tanith

New Candidates for State Printership Enter Field Rapidly

The slate for state printer grows with J. B. Junkin editor of the Sterling Bulletin J. J. Brady editor at the Lawrence World and D S Landis of the Osborne Partner joining the race Dunkin leads the field in the seventh district with W W Morgan Critics note Praea of Lawrence is new to the contest and Landis of Osborne has been active but uncertain in strength.

J. B. Junkin Sterling Bulletin J. J. Brady Lawrence World D.5. Landis Osborne Dunkin W. W W. Morgan I Kansas Praea Lawrence Landis Oeborne

Close House Race Hangs On Narrow District Majorities

Reported results in the One Hundred and Twenty-fourth district show Republican GW Wiley leading Seward and Meade counties while fusion candidate John Werhle later appears to hold a one vote majority. If further returns favor soldiers from the counties, the outcome could reverse.

Seward Meade GW. Wiley John Werhle

Political Gossip on Kansas Governorship and Senate Hopes

The piece discusses Republican faith in W. E. Stanley to serve two terms as Kansas governor and his aim to improve state administration. It notes possible plans for Stanley to contend for the U.S. Senate, and Chicago references to successors like Charlie Curtis, Leland Bailey, and district realignments that could shift political power across the state. The future contest may hinge on restoring districts and positioning Curtis, Miller, and Bailey for key seats.

W. EL. Stanley Mr. Stanley United States Senate Stanley Kanaos Wilswine Easy Linges Chariie Curtis Kansas Rill Bailey Leland Bailey Curtis Leland and Bailey Curtis and Miller

Republicans and Populists Seek Repeal of Metropolitan Police Law

In the rush to the new session, Republicans and Populists push to repeal the metropolitan police law. Saree Eee 3 is noted as a focal point with a House-Senate contest expected. B Dawes, likely in Leavenworth county, vows to introduce repeal as his first bill on opening day. A Populist asserts the repeal should begin in the Senate to deny Republicans the honor.

Senate B. Dawes Houns Develp Leavenworth

Ill Feeling Splits Populist Leaders in Kansas

Populist figures fault party management in Kansas as defeats loom. State officers clash and public politicking masks deeper rifts. Superintendent Stryker voices criticism, noting drift from original purpose and alliances with unfavorable elements. State Board of Pardons may be abolished if reforms fail.

Kansa Tate Campaian Stryker Itpom

Lamont Store Brings $100,000 Loss After Canal Work

Rained by Drainage Canal Chicago Nov 11 I H Tedens Co once ran a general merchandise store at Lamont Ill The peat hinteronsin maigned sedag 45 Sreauke Welch Asada 100000 Mablittios about 75000 Business slow following the drainage canal completion at Lamont and the migration of hundreds of workers as the cause.

Chicago I. H.tedens & Co Lamont Sreauke W. Welch Asada Mablittios

Oates Named Delegate to Farmers National Congress Fort Worth

Governor Leedy appoints A R Oates of Barnesville Kansas as a delegate to the Farmers National Congress meeting in Fort Worth Texas this month. Five hundred Kansas delegates were requested but Oates was chosen and will attend. Also notes a football game travel plans from Sante Fe Route and a local event at K P hall with Mc Morgan’s orchestra tickets 60 cents per couple. Ladies unsized shirt waists advertised with color fastness.

Pt. Worth Leedy A. R. Oates Barnesville Kansas Fort Worth Texas Kensas Oates Sante Fs HN. R. A Amd K. P Quincy Streets Mc Morgan

Navy Pay Department’s Vital Role in War Supply Chain

Wintington Nov 1 The Day Department of the navy played a crucial part in the war beyond disbursements reporting by Paymaster General Edwin Stewart. The supply system expanded over eight years, furnishing 123 vessels with stores and organizing depots at Key West and Norfolk. In the outbreak period, the Pekin and other vessels received shipments, while clothing distributions reached rural mills and homes. The paymaster argues prompt, economical supply aided naval success, but space shortages in principal yards threaten future operations unless more storehouses are built and staff expanded by about 55 positions.

Wintington Department of the Navy Edwin Stewart Navy Saya Key West Elmerch Norfolk York Mey San Francisco Eatin Ani Maillion Garmentis Millia Commundon

Anarchist Assassin of Empress Sentenced to Life

Geneva reports Luigi Lucogenni, the Italian anarchist who killed Empress Elizabeth of Austria, was tried. The court heard he aimed to kill the Duke of Orleans but failed. he declared his motive was to protest social inequality. He shouted "Death to the aristocracy" as the judgment entered.

Geneva Switzerland Luigi Lucokenni Elizabeth of Austria Lucchennl Republic Lacechenni Tucchenni Duke of Orleans Wien Italy Humbert Lurpheart Tony

Don’t be penny wise and pound foolish

The ad promotes Morrow’s Kidne-olds for kidney and backache relief, claiming Topeka testimonials and widespread praise. It touts ingredients, yellow tablets, and easy intake, noting benefits for nerves and children with weak kidneys. Sold by druggists and Swift & Holliday’s for 69 cents a box.

Morrow Lke Morrow Swift & Holliday John Morrow & Co Ly Ohla

Miles Views and Requirements of the United States Army

The Miles report on US Army operations of 1898 is released by Secretary Alger. It highlights unpreparedness, calls for mobilization of 60 000 volunteers for a 150 000 strong force, and argues for better equipment, training, and strategic positioning before Cuban invasion. It notes naval dominance first, warns against early landings, and discusses disease, logistics, and hospital concerns.

Washington Miles United States Army Alger Alaska Spain Santago Portobo General Files Flo Congress Lalso Cuba Department of Gulf Chickamaugs Park United States Cuban Sternberg Dr. Guiteras Wil Kine Secretary of War Ee. MeneCaly Bay Tees Perty Paul

Miles Concedes Cuba Invasion Delays and Appraises Efforts

A May 25 dispatch reviews delays in equipping commands for the planned invasion of Cuba. General Miles praises Merritt’s Philippine expedition as organized and effective, salutes Lieut Rowan and Whitney for Cuba Porto Rico exploration, and quotes Shafter’s request to command or form a parallel corps to join operations. He stresses the army’s need for energy and judicious disposition to achieve the objective, noting delays were not caused by any unit.

Miles New Orleans Tampa Mobile Cuba Chickamauga Merritt Philippine Rowan and Whitney Porto Rico Shafter

Exports Rise and Imports Fall in 1934 Trade Report

Washington November 11 The monthly commerce finance summary shows exports up by 121 000 in the fifteen months ending September 3 1934 while imports decline by 111 070 06. Gains occur across most world divisions with Asia and Oceania exceptions. North America and South America show mixed shifts as raw silk and factory inputs drive import changes.

Washington Finance Susi Teenmary Bureau of Statistics North America South America Asa Oceania United Siuiiitias Sises

Robbers Hold Up Great Northern Train Near Fergus Falls

In Fergus Falls Minnesota a Great Northern through train was held up about five miles west of the city last night. Eight armed robbers boarded near the Pelican River bridge and forced the engineer and fireman to stop. The gang blasted the baggage car, destroyed the local site, and attempted to seize money from the safe. The train continued to Carleton for repairs after the attack, with authorities alerted but no arrests reported.

Fergus Falls Minn Great Northern Brace Pelican River Bridge Arakeman Ney Fuey Cariale Braith Umman

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