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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1898

Page

3

Croker in Chicago Sanatorium Visit Amid Health Fears

Tammany chieftain Croker travels to a private sanatorium near Chicago to be treated for dyspepsia and stomach trouble. He is escorted by two friends, reports note secrecy about his location, and speculation grows over his political future as he plans a possible western sojourn for health reasons.

Chive Croker Tin Kelly David Giteon New York Air Chriebad Cro Ker Chanpoulen New York Cro Virginia Erion Arent Guadete Constanie Ray Breautee van Wyek Hany

Rooshvelt for President and Tammany Hall Rise

The fragmentary notes discuss a Rooshvelt presidential bid and the influence of Tammany Hall. It references a Grand Opera House event, a principal figure named Thomas Jr., and mentions military and political power dynamics. The text is garbled but centers on a decisive political contest and party control.

Tkrier Temata Siubind Thosnaseu Jr Enind Attoye Liniot Maine Vadal Tammany Hall

Quote on Roosevelt era belief and future presidency

A fragmented, archaic passage cites support for Roosevelt and asserts Colonel Roosevelt will be president of the United States in the future. It critiques political motives and calls for courage against alleged corruption while praising unnamed figures.

Ube Miami Olnnel Roosevelt Guriner Wat Jonel Tha U Ates

Sharkey Promises Hard Hit To Beat Corbett In Big Fight

New York May Sharkey declares he will win and land a decisive blow on James J. Corbett. He says after the victory he will be ready to challenge all heavyweights and that Corbett lacks science, claiming superior power and endurance.

Sharkey Corbett New York W—Sharkey James J. Corbett Cogard Tim Bielaa Geo Blow Sam Ciebetts Wilkin Aly

Ingersoll's Dual Role in Robertson Will Contest

Col Robert G Ingersoll wrote a glowing funeral oration for Dr Thomas Sex ton Robertson then faced a will contest in Surrogate's court. Three women allege unsound mind and undue influence, while Ingersoll defends the will and seeks its validity. The case highlights his paradoxical position as both beneficiary witness and advocate.

New York Robert G. Ingersoll Thomas Sexton Robertson Robertson A. H. Animet Col. Ingersoll Ie Gounsel Mary W Robertson Boston Rob Stson Lye Agnes Ellen Robertson Col. Ingersoll Robertsod Jett Walter Scott Hammet Tam Ingersoll Coronel Ingersell Hummel Ingersell Tost Coletrel Goltie

Nordica Talks On War In Chicago Visit

Opera star Mme Nordica arrives in Chicago after a New York stop and brief tour by ship. She shares relief at returning home, discusses war impact on family, and notes plans to sing during her current opera engagement. Her nephew Philip Walker, a wounded soldier, is described as safely returned.

Chicago Novome Linn Nordica Lake Front Mme Nordica Gayly New York Cilenge Eris Southampton Philip Walker St Louie George Walker Elygland War Boy Michigan Avenue Mme. Nordica

Klondike Prospector Seeks English Syndicate in London

Ernest Alexander of Maryville has returned from the Klondike after four years prospecting. He sails for London to seek support from a strong English syndicate to develop his rich Klondike claim near Dawson. He declines to give a precise value but expects millions based on past results.

London Maryville Rnest Alexander Klondike Thors Yestering Dawson Tie

Eugenie Weds in Quiet Civil Ceremony in Rome

Rome reports the civil marriage of Princess Eugenie, daughter of Prince and Princess Eugen Charles Bonaparte, conducted at the Farnese Palace by Consul La Chevre. The ceremony was private due to the ill health of Prince Bonaparte.

Eugenie Napoleon Charles Bonaparte Rome Prince Nigeun Charles Farnese Palace la ‘Chevre Prince Bonaparte

Marriage Ceremony Draws European Nobility to Vila Puo Una

Witnesses include Prince Gabriele the brides uncle and Prince Murat. Guests wore garnet, gray, and violet gowns with white feathers and velvet mantles. The bride wore gray satin with a large feathered hat. Post ceremony refreshments were served by the French ambassador. A religious service is planned tomorrow at the chapel of Vila Puo Una, Porta Pia.

Arere Gabriele Prince Murat Princess Bonaparce Duchesse de Hivelt Tridesroom Mara Miles Rose Violet D'Ithen Maschese di Bomcampran Slenora Gott Prince Ruspell Ducan Hichiogen Count Primoll Count Primott Leaven Vila Puo- Una Porta Pia

Social waning at New York horse show crowd

New York November 13 The sixth annual horse show opens as hotels fill with out of town visitors while local society, the 400, stays away. Box diagrams are omitted to avoid harming attendance and social pages note a waning aristocratic aura despite lavish dress in town.

New York Dan Loring Chicago Oncuplex John Jacob’ Astor Madison Square Garden

Horse Show Aims Higher Reach Says Organizers

The managers note the event’s growth since 1993 claiming national presence in the U S and Canada. They predict entries from Europe next year and emphasize a shift from social to mercantile aims while track horses and trotters show slower participation. The sport grows with more breeders observing the exhibition.

United States Canada Europe

NEW OCEAN ROUTES ADOPTED TO REDUCE COLLISIONS

Atlantic transportation firms including Cunard American French Transatlantic North German Lloyd Hamburg American Oceanic Wilson Elier Dempeter Wariness and White Star, chaired by Ismay, agreed on two outward and two homeward routes to be used from August 1. The plan aims to lessen cross Atlantic collision risks and will be circulated among ships and Newfoundland fishermen.

Atlantic Transportation Companies London Cunard Line American Line French Transatlantic Company Lord Line Tramburg American Steamship Company Nethlends Line Wilson Line Atlantic ‘Transport Company Elier-Dempeter, Warness and White Star Lines Ismay

Dramatic Events at Crawford Theater Tonight

Joe Natus stars in a new ballad Sweet Savannah and the farce Have You Seen Smith at Crawford theater tonight. The cast includes Gertie Gilson Harvey sisters Hobby Mack James Dolan Ida Lenhart and many others with 75 60 25 and 25 cent prices. The 1492 extravaganza returns tomorrow with matinee and evening shows priced 1.00 to 0.50 and 0.25 for children. Review excerpts praise Neil McNeil and others, noting humorous delivery and dancing in the Boston Globe feature on Little Trixie.

Joe Natus Savannah Smith Crawford Theater Natus Gertie Gilson Harvey Sisters Hobby Mack James Dolan Ida Lenhart Grace Leonard Manile Daly Jack Tucker Eve Willams Alb HL Fitz W. H. Raymond Sylvia Holt J. W. Hyde Joseph Swickerd Edith Wilson W.W. Scott Mabel Connors Fred Weasel Joseph Mack Thi City Crayford Theater Stuart Mate Patti Hus Boston Neil McNeil Ferdinand Mr. Birnes Columbus Munor Terry Madison Square Mr. Sample Poiceman Sullivan

Grand theater hosts Little Trixie and Parlor Match bills

Monday evening Boston audiences saw Little Trixie with May Smith Robbins in the title role at the Grand theater. The program featured catchy music, clever lines, and a strong supporting cast. A Parlor Match returns to the Grand Opera House with new scenery and effects, boosted by the Olympia quartet and Hoyt’s comedy legacy. Ticket prices range 10 to 50 cents with seats available at Sim Drug store. Andrews Opera Company plans three performances at Crawford theater next week with Cavalleria, Fra Diavolo, and Martha on the slate.

Trixie Boston May Smith Robbins Grand Theater Grand Opera House Olympia Quartette Hoyt Sim Drug Andrews Opera Company Crawford Theater

US to Move Troops Into Havana Province Within Ten Days

Washington reports rapid transport of United States forces into Havana province starting within ten days. Major General Green, General Charles Humphrey, and Colonel Hecker oversee reception and quartermaster work, including wharf construction. Speier will command the First brigade. Wilton’s corps follows. No word on the eighth cavalry detachment, but potential conflict risks loom in Santiago as troops move to ensure discipline.

Washington United States Havana Greenm Seventh Corps Charles F. Humphrey Hecker Quartermasters Department Speier Wilton An Eighth Cavalry Nuecvitas Puerta Principe

Roosevelt Campaign Fund Contested by Knapp Messenger

Albany November 1 a message tied to a campaign report shows Colonel Roosevelt received funds totaling 2.90 dollars from a messenger named Knapp and others. The treasurer of the Republican state committee reports a payment of 100 pounds, alleging it relates to money contributed or expended by several persons in support of Roosevelt’s candidacy.

Albany Stilm Knapp Roosevelt

Campaign spending report mentions candidates and totals

The report lists candidates Enkena Colonah Morgan and John T. McDonoug with stated expenses. It notes Roosevelt supporters and a ledger of costs including postage and related campaign items, totaling 144s in the excerpt.

Maz Cimsute Ennkena Colonah Morgan Te Sith Roosevelt Foe Atc Aiye John T. McDonoug

Dr Duncan Cleared In Grave Desecration Case

Dr L C Duncan former assistant surgeon for the Twente and Kansas Volunteers, facing Civil War grave desecration charges in Virginia, has bail secured and civil authorities plan to dismiss. He was linked to robberies of Confederate graves during relic hunts. Duncan now returns home with his regiment, awaiting Fairfax dismissal.

L. C. Duncan Twente Kansas Fairfax Court House Virginia Duncan Duke Vie~eiia A. M. Harvey Dotean Fairfax Kaseis Medicad College Jeffersons County

Disappeared Grand Marshal Spotted After Week Missing

William Re Frazer, grand marshal of the Pennsylvania Grand Lodge of Masons, who had vanished for a week, was reported at the Keystone office today. He offered no clear explanation for his absence from home and work.

Philadelphi William Re Frazer Pennsylvania Grand Lodge of Masons Agin The Keystone Pallor

Peculiar Remedy Promises Cure for Dyspepsia

A letter from Rev. F. J. Bell of Weedsport Cayuga Co praises Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as a universal cure for indigestion. He claims the tablets relieve years of dyspepsia, improve sleep, and restore energy by aiding digestion. The pills, prepared by F A Stuart Co Marshall Mich, are offered at 20 cents per package with a free book on stomach cases.

F. J. Bell Weedsport Cayuega Co Noy Stuart Sesdaport N.Y Ida Cole F. A. Stuart Co Marshall, Mich

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