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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 12, 1898
Page
2
The fragment touts a powerful restorative elixir improving digestion and bodily strength. It links proper nourishment with muscular power, cites a Buffalo hospital as a reference, and claims the product builds blood and stamina, urging daily use for lasting vitality.
London November 12 The Prince of Wales celebrated his fifty seventh birthday by sending a message to American admirers during a performance by an American company. Toasts and congratulatory telegrams followed with names of several prominent American ladies listed among the cast and guests.
Francisco dispatches report that a Russian freighter has reached Petropavlovski with a vast cargo of fish and furs, among the largest to come from the Bering Sea. The value is estimated at a substantial sum, marking a major shipment to the port.
An advertisement extols the Pyramid Pile Cure as a direct rectal treatment that cures piles quickly without pain. It claims rapid absorption, no poleen, and effectiveness versus stomach or surgical methods, touting lasting relief and safety.
Havana reports Spanish and Cuban merchants plotting to keep the lower Spanish tariff for 60 days after U S customs control begins. The plan would aid shipments hidden as potatoes but containing coffee lard butter and other goods to dodge duties, with officials allegedly taking bribes. Public protests warn extension harms American and global commerce, while some importers seek higher tariffs to shield their stockpiled goods.
The report claims US authorities will present all actions in favorable terms to Mr Robert ae upon his arrival next week. It suggests Americans plan to impose large customs duties on goods already stored in Havana and seek cooperation.
Juan Arvalio a Mexican charged with murder after fatally wounding James Temple a freight conductor from the Gonaea railway. Temple was seized after a dispute and later shot. he is jailed in Nogales awaiting extradition. Consuls and governors exchange messages as authorities seek transfer to Arizona.
Lansing Michigan November 12 Private Robert Thirburn of Company F Thirty-first Michigan volunteers returned on furlough unseen. His mother answered the door and, overwhelmed by the sight, sank to the floor and died from a heart weakness.
Grimes declares he will deny officer applications without equivocation and promises a fair, honest administration. He will appoint competent Republicans, inspect applicants face to face or in writing, and seeks efficient assistants while avoiding half promises and delays. Grimes notes he has not yet considered specific appointments.
Indianapolis dispatch reports Robert Brown shot and killed his father Louis McClellan, his mother, and his sister Bertha near Glasgow Kentucky, wounding his brother. a large pursuit with over a hundred shots fired followed as Brown remains at large. Also noted: a span of Kentucky and Indiana wires mention a Spanish War veterans society incorporation in Frankfort with several named incorporators.
Haw aian residents fear the military leadership as an uprising erupts over martial law and police clashes. The medical camp faces typhoid, Wardens and provost guards clash with local civil authorities, while Magistrate Wilcox condemns soldiers violating Hawaiian law and calls for accountability.
At its last meeting the council unanimously backed a Sunday sales ban for general merchandise including groceries and meat markets while excluding drug stores hotels and restaurants. The measure also requires billiard halls and gaming venues to close by 10 pm and strict enforcement against minors loitering or patronizing such places. Store managers face penalties for violations.
An old advertorial notes Grip as a remedy that supposedly breaks up colds that linger. It describes widespread use this season and mentions price at druggists, with a promotional line about sending for a sample and a contact address in New York.
Overworked nerves and nervous debility are blamed on excess demands on women. Dr Miles Nervine is advertised as the cure with testimonials from Mrs J J Burke and Mrs Charles Eig praising relief and recovery after using Restorative Nervine and New Heart Cure. Dr Miles Medical Co offers a money back guarantee on first bottle. Free booklet and specialist advice available by mail from Elkhart Indiana.
Mrs. Frank C. Armstrong of 41 Dorado reports receipts for the Twenty-fifth Kansas regiment hospital fund. Donations from towns and organizations total 2 8582.02 with boxes of supplies also sent. The fund remains in question for disposition if the unit is mustered out.
A special desk report from Washington notes Wilmington begins a new era of peace and order after a swift municipal government overhaul last night. The disturbed community hopes for stability as authorities implement the change to restore calm and governance.
London dispatch reports Sir Claude MacDonald learned that an American syndicate was granted a concession to build the Hankow Canton railroad. He refused to back the second syndicate's application after the ministry in Washington signed the concession, signaling split among allied interests in China.
A wiring from New York states a special committee of the city government outlined a plan to raise 100000 dollars to establish a War era project in Calymbte. The fund will be built by subscription and payments from the fund will be directed to a director, with unclear allocations during the scheme’s term.
A reader touts Berge' German Salve as all purpose salve used by neighbors for cuts, bruises and pains. He claims it heals quickly and is carried by townfolk and sold by druggists everywhere.
In St Louis Mo a special dispatch reports the Virden riot inquiry has summoned over 100 witnesses for the grand jury. Writs compel the appearance of others as the panel probes the deadly incident. Grand jury proceedings continue with growing effort and urgency.
An advertisement touts Swift's Specific as a real blood remedy that reaches the disease at its root. It recounts a sufferer with inflammatory rheumatism who improved after two bottles, claims doctors offer only potash and mercury, and notes free mailing of the remedy from the Swift Specific Company in Atlanta, Georgia.
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