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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 14, 1899

Page

3

Hyomel Skin Soap Promises Pure Skin Purifier

Advertised as a delightful experience, Hyomel Skin Soap is described as a true skin purifier with no soapy smell or stinging. It claims gentle cleansing, germ destruction, and relief from skin ailments with daily use. Sample cake offered via mail from Booth Company, Ithaca, NY.

Eriaeny Ate Alwys Poeta Ali di la Sharokris HE RT. Booth Company Ithaca, N.Y

Japan and Russia tensions alarm Western powers

An Associated Press summary reports high-level anxiety in Tokyo, Washington, and London over possible Japanese moves against Russia in the Far East. British officials cite open door policy support while cautions rise that a Thai or Chinese alignment could tilt the balance. U.S. calls for firm assurances of restraint and swift action if aggression appears.

Lyndon Carera Associated Press Pevial Aistomatin Agin Wii Bor Americas Diptom Usta Taman Sullevary UCN Mrttieh Russia Japan Jone Die Thie Briaie Rocha United States United

Coruterrytiie incident prompts river rescue report

A confused OCR segment describes a fatal or near fatal event near the Shiartonp river with a person named Abe tens and mentions a mother and wife. The text is garbled but indicates a possible crime or accident involving a woman and a riverfront scene with unnamed authorities.

Uv News Fem

Doonstalve Suit Claims Fraud in Cooperative Plan

Unclear OCR text outlines a legal action in a cooperative dispute. The fragment mentions a suit, a planned sale or action, and a court-related outcome in a distant location. Names, dates, and specifics are unreadable.

Widely Publicized Cure Claims For Consumption

An old publisher touts a remedy named Ring's New Discovery for consumption. The account asserts success after multiple bottles, with the patient supposedly cured of tubular chest and lith. The text mentions a store on Kanes avenue and a specific drug outlet in Lack shed, O. with emphatic guarantees of complete recovery.

Simeriy Suilen Ring Pitt Mora Proackliie Waseuser Kanes Avenue

General Miles reviews soldiers at the Presidio

Gen Neleon A Miles reviewed regiments at the Presidio San Francisco on November 1 praising soldiers appearance. The event featured rubber goods and molded items like water bottles and cherry syrup by local vendors Squires of Kansas.

Miles Reyviana San Francisco Neleon A. Miles Thay Presidio Suemon Miles Squires Wransas

M'ugiffert Case Divides Church Officials in New York

In New York on November 11 a court case involving Arthur Motifter of Lake Theoxiest and the Brewbpferian church provoked a session of the presbytery. A committee was appointed to protect with Prof. McGuffert and urged withdrawal from church matters. The church unity issue centered on the truthfulness of statements by church leaders and the implied obedience required by church doctrine. The matter was sent to the General Assembly in Saint Louis for final action.

Cass General Assembly New York Arthir Laken Charest Wits Brewbpferian Nat Dane Jesus Migs Robert Sampin Dol Finw Jana’. Blige Willan Mage Seu I. Boyd Tip General Assembly Louie Thu Ceport Francis Brown Hosa Agnaw Hee de Benry Johnson Brown Fee Kangekes al Ley Hong

Belgian Steamer Wrecked Off Casquet Rocks

London reports the Belgian steamer Belque from Antwerp bound for Alexandria struck the Casquet Rocks near Alderney the scene of a prior disaster. A lifeboat with nineteen men survived but five perished from exhaustion and three others drowned while Balint Kilda attempted rescue. Eighteen people including the captain and some crew of twenty six are believed drowned.

London Alexanderia Alder- Hey

Photographing Meteors From Princeton Telescope

Professor Charles A. Young plans to photograph the upcoming meteor shower with the large telescope at Princeton Thursday morning. Assistant Professor Herd will operate the camera as they aim to capture meteors crossing the sky, hoping for clear images despite uncertain timing linked to planetary movements.

Princeton T. J Chas. A. Young Young Herd Meio

Jeffries to Attend Boilermakers Ball in Kansas City

In Kansas City on Friday night November St, James J Jeffries will attend the ninth annual ball of the International Brotherhood of Boilermakers at Carino. The famed pugilist, a boilermaker by trade, accepted the invitation from local committees, promising a large crowd and a top social event in honor of a member who has achieved success in other fields.

Kansas City Tames J Jeffits Carino Jeffries Hot Springs Jobot Fesson Pagilise Brett Fecal Boller Makers

Mrs Jeff Davis St Princeton Widow Seeks Legal Guardian

Mrs Jefferson Davis widow of the late cantonersre Temd Siew Bugis Us seeks guardianship for her son Charles Hayes a student and mentions Geanason in the notice from Princeton New Jersey.

Jeff Davis Princeton Princeton N.3 Tefferson Davis Cantonersre Temd Siew Bugis Geanason Charles Hayes

New Marine Tubular Boiler Locomotive Under Santa Fe Shop

A new style locomotive is being built at the Santa Fe shops with a Morrison tubular boiler, claimed to provide more heat with less fuel. The experimental monster, similar to a standard locomotive but with unique boiler adaptations, should be finished soon and possibly ready for service after the new year.

Santa Fe Morrison Losa

Gains Reported In Earnings And Mileage In October Figures

The report notes continued earnings growth this year, with prior gains already recorded in the two preceding years. By October, mileage-based figures show a $2,628,854 increase, about 45 percent, and an October figure of $4,602,179 increase, around 6 percent. The 36,094,496 rise in present value adds to these earlier gains.

Conscientious Preacher Seeks 1100 For Stolen Ride Claim

Nevada, Missouri. A letter from self styled minister Henry Bliss Richardson, 21, asks General Passenger Agent James Barker of Missouri Kansas & Texas for 1100 to fund a claim after riding the locomotive cowcatcher. He praises his gospel work and outlines plans to use funds for road train.

St. Louis James Barker Missouri Kansas & Texas Henry Bliss Richardson Nevada Temes Barker Geiser Mig. Co Waynesboro Wilcome

New Corrugated Boiler Aims to Power Locomotives

A detailed description outlines a novel corrugated tube coal fired boiler for locomotives. It features inner and outer shells, smoke conveyors, water interspace, and dual smoke collectors. Expected advantages include doubled heating surface and potential fuel savings, with a tested 600 pounds of steam capacity and about 30 pounds pressure.

Romaine Eby Ebiar Sven

OctosER Earnings Signal Broad Railroad Improvement

The October earnings report shows a substantial rise across major railroads, driven by improved trade activity in all key industries. Despite lower tonnage in cotton and livestock, overall rail earnings rose sharply, with a reported increase of 5,091,456 dollars or about 1091 percent, suggesting a broader upturn beyond grain movements.

Financial Chronicle

Joplin to Galena Rail Line Set for Major Improvement

Southwest Missouri Electric Railway announces significant upgrades to the Joplin Galena line. Four steel rails arrive for double tracking between Joplin and Galena, with two new switches and a new car barn in Galena. Crews will operate from the east Galena yard to shorten travel time and improve service on the route.

Toplin Missouri Southwest Missouri Electric Railay Company Missouri Pacific Brendsville Gatena Road Higeone Creiter Distace Jopna Galen Mallee Galena

Blacklisting Charged by Colorado & Southern Officials

Denver November 14 rumors say Hall’s telegraphers seek action by the court to blacklist Colorado & Southern. The Bogard case, dismissed from Water Coal & Coke, may be reviewed before State Labor Commissioner Smith. Superintendent Dumensy denies knowledge, noting Bogard was reportedly dismissed for buying a message and causing trouble.

Dunaway Colorado & Southern Denver Hall Soforade & Southern BFP Boxard Water Coal & Coke Company Comimladuner Sraith Dumensy

Santa Fe to Fit Vestibule Cars Across Fleet

Union Pacific Kansas City and Washington report improvements as Santa Fe orders all chair cars to receive wide vestibules. Work has begun at the shops with cars being outfitted progressively and others set for service removal. The change aims to boost passenger comfort and speed improvements across the line.

Santa Fe Mundas Sada

Fragmentary plea and local notices blur a fundraising appeal

The text presents a disjointed plea asking for help to become wealthy and to glorify God, mentioning credit and a manager in a company, with scattered names and vague promises. It references donations, receipts, and a planned contribution by friends, all embedded in an unclear historical notice style.

Borker Prue Biles Tishiedeon

Supreme Court Hears Kan City Annexation Case

TL AL Clark and receivers of the Union Pacific system in Virginia were heard in the Supreme Court Monday. The two hour argument centered on the city of Kansas City’s power to extend its limits to affect Union Pacific property. N F H Lammis argued for the railroad and T A Pollock and F Hutchings for the city. The railroad contends the ordinance’s passage act is unconstitutional for discriminating against corporations in favor of individual landowners exempted by the ordinance.

TL AL Clark Enjon Pacific System Kan Supreme Court Union Pacific Railroad

Progress of R R Construction in October

October was a favorable month for railway building due to mild weather. Track laying proceeded rapidly across the United States with reports indicating around 1,200 miles completed that month, bringing the yearly total to about 3,200 miles along with daily additions.

R. R Owine United States

Santa Fe Locals Help With Wartime Rail Repairs

Tom Hannigan of the machine shop went to Emporia to assist with extra work amid Panhandle division duties. Wellington arrival for repairs shifts. Engineer Dunavan oversaw Engine No 24. Sarma and Bartell plan soon to place the engine in passenger service for the first eastbound limited out of Topeka.

Tom Hannigan

Courting in Mexico and the Use of the Telephone

The piece explains how Mexican courtship differs from English and American norms. It discusses social customs, guards for women within haciendas, Moorish and Spanish influences, and the way a man initiates contact by sending a card and declaration of admiration after spotting a woman in the street.

Mexico England America Andaluas Granada Talia

Mexican balcony romance and a veiled elopement tale

A lengthy, bustling scene describes lovers lingering on a Mexico City balcony amid telephones and improvised intrigue. A witty servant and curious observers weave a courtship drama with suspense over a possible elopement, culminating in murmured vows and romantic mischief.

Senator Thurnton to Marry in Washington

Senator Thurnton plans an upcoming wedding in Washington with a fiancé from the capital. expected to wed in a ceremony followed by a return to Omaha for Thanksgiving. Details are unclear due to fragmented text, but the social note indicates a notable marriage in the political circle.

Thurnton Omaha Nob Kit Pole Iman Washington

Made Young Again Dr King’s New Life Pill

Reading lists a patent medicine claim promising youth and vitality. The ad cites a drug store on a local avenue selling the product with testimonials and broad age benefits.

Dr. King Gaby Agguere Drug Store Fal Avenue

Open door in the east delayed several weeks

Washington reports that European nations backing the open door policy in the east are not expected to act for several weeks. The fragmented dispatch notes uncertainty and little immediate movement among powers on the eastern settlement.

Washington Eurpean Nationn Inaanuch

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