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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1902
Page
11
The text describes catarrh as weakening the lungs disturbing digestion and the general health. It notes headaches dizziness impaired taste and smell and altered voice. As a constitutional ailment it argues for a constitutional remedy.
An old testimonial advertisement features Hood's Sarsaparilla claiming to cure ailments from the nose to the stomach and beyond. It touts 20 years of ratarsh and asserts dramatic, lasting results with testimonials from Wis, Milwaukee area readers.
Attorneys for Stilwell contest Lake Koon company compliance with charter provisions as the board schedules a hearing with Stilwell and lake creditors. The charter board takes no action on Bilwell’s request and sets a hearing for Mantas. Stilwell’s side and creditors seek clarity on the company’s obligations under corporate law.
Lawrence Kan Nov 22 The Haskell Indian football squad is in heavy practice finalizing a Thanksgiving lineup. More than ten players have trained all season and are now competing for spots in the Thanksgiving games. Three teams will play on Thanksgiving with one meeting Heltiling college and another Washington University at 4 PM in Louie.
A charity appeal notes Christ Hospital’s annual thank offering drive with a two day donations event at the Milin dry store next week on Tuesday and Wednesday. It urges friends to contribute funds and charitable items such as sheets blankets and clothing while highlighting past support levels and the need for continued aid for patients and the institution. Local organizers include Mrs Lakin Mrs Dennis and Miss Hammett with helpers Mrs Kelley and Mrs Tudtley assisting on Wednesday sessions.
Morton Albaugh, state bank commissioner, will release a forthcoming biennial report urging a ban on trust companies owning stock in banks or other trust firms. He notes 117 new state banks formed in the two years to Sept 1, 1906, with a total of 426 state banks, 36 private banks and one trust company under state supervision.
The streets and automobiles committees of the city have agreed on a draft automobile ordinance. It bans riding bicycles or any vehicle on sidewalks, requires vehicles to keep to the right and yield to pedestrians, and imposes warnings before enforcement. The measure aims to curb dangerous driving, with the Parkhurst-Davin firm involved and no clear knowledge of its full effect.
A fragmentary OCR reads as a list of automobile owners and residents including Leavitt, Dr Saute, Wigett, Parkhurst, and Park House along with Savers of Me Parkhurst's eno ployen, indicating a partial city directory or notice of local names.
Yale defeats Harvard 18 to 0 in a decisive college gridiron contest. Metcalf and Yale teammates contribute to the shutout as Yale rolls to a clear victory, maintaining momentum in the series.
In Topeka Washburn Medics prepare for a Thanksgiving contest with Ottawa. Despite coach George Minney ordering player restrictions, Clark Henshaw Kiene Hill Brew and Caldwell may join the lineup with backs Anderson Mehl and Caldwell. The team trains daily without coaches managers or wrangling, James Stewart overseeing backs and Harry Page guiding the line. The Medics hope to avenge past laurels and defeat Ottawa in a likely close battle.
Council General Gowdy received a cable from Attorney Butler about the death of Mrs. Bittenfiore who was shot Wednesday. The remains will be buried in Boulogne cemetery. A September 29 letter mentions Mr De Fyderoweki coming at week’s end and plans to take up residence, with letters to describe study and distance.
Labor Commissioner W I A Johnson orders Topeka pavement and sewer contractors to raise common laborer wages to 1.50 per hour for an eight hour day. Notices were served on J H Maxwell Wall and Hanley Romney and Son and John Ritchie. Several contractors agreed to the change, with about 130 workers to benefit Monday morning. Johnson cites higher regional rates and the legality of per day pay, warning arrests if the scale is not followed.
The government forecast today called for generally mild weather with continued warm conditions and a cold snap possible Sunday. Winds reached 27 miles per hour this morning and the temperature was 44 degrees. Hourly readings followed this pattern though some parts of the report are unclear.
Iowa City November 11 a campus riot after a freshman dance at the Imperial hotel. Four sophomores threw objects through a window and eggs at guests. Freshmen fought back, police and medical students clashed, clubbing and wounding several officers and students. Police fired revolver shots, one may have struck a person. Dean Currances ordered an investigation.
At the Federation of Labor convention in Heyorienne La delegates introduced a resolution to expand the executive council from nine to eleven, with committee on law reporting adversely. Samuel Gompers was unanimously re elected president after James J. Cremer nominated him, and officers including James Duncan and John Mitchell were also elected unanimously. Mayes won as fraternal delegate while Peruseth withdrew.
Manila reports the 17. S. transport Ingallc with Gen. Miiea aboard struck on a reef while entering Legaspi harbor in Albay province southeast Luzon. Four are still aground. Weather is calm and the steamer is expected to float at the next high tide. Shore communication is maintained and relief will be dispatched if needed.
Copies of the prospectus for the Kansas Midwinter Exposition to be held January 1 to 2 in the Topeka Auditorium are being printed and mailed statewide. The pamphlet features officers, directors, division chiefs, commissioners and fifteen honorary vice presidents, plus a brief outline of the show’s object and support, with color printing and fifteen half-tone views inside the cover.
Charles W. Barnes of Topeka, former chief clerk in the late auditor’s office, is expected to be named assistant superintendent of insurance under CB Luling. Luling said at noon he had not decided, but Barnes appears to have broad endorsements.
The article notes Barnes gaining endorsements from Cyrus Leland Morton Albaugh Governor Stanley Congressman Long and many To k a Friends while Judge West quips about outside support. Barnes, a former newspaper man with fire insurance ties and two years in the state auditor's office, is deemed well qualified. Mrs Harnes’ candidacy also considered by Teeling though no final decision made.
The central church announces 11 am sermon The Value of a Soul by Pastor Charles M Sheldon with 7 pm Christian Endeavor and 4:15 pm Thanksgiving service at Walnut Grove M E Church led by Rev Homer E Wark. First Methodist Episcopal and First Presbyterian churches post sermon topics and youth activities including junior leagues Sunday school times and prayer meetings.
Local items report M Stockham returning from Kansas City with Santa Fe lumber purchase details. Fred A Martin and John Gibson new in Santa Fe water department. Burt Burns of North Topeka arrested for theft, jailed, and fined. Fire at 19 Bane Street caused by unknown reasons. Petition to Fillmore Street improvements advances. Limekiln football team beat Morrison method team. Hav rinen, Geiges star. Poultry show planning meeting at Vais Hotel with board members named. S Kine’s brother S H Miller of Boston ill after operation. Ten councilmen seek third term. Squires consent. Beattie impersonation case man RP Hoskins married in Seattle. Dr. Graham Taylor related to Alma. Ventilating shaft for post office air system ongoing. Santa Fe GM Mudge reports wage talks with firemen. no results yet.
A party of Topeka men led by W A L Thompson travels by Santa Fe train to Evans Texas and then near Savannah for a twenty day quail hunting trip over Thanksgiving. Members include Hiram P Dillon M A Lew B Quinton B W Blair W R Smith and Gerrard Warriner. They travel in Santa Fe car No 212 and expect rich bird harvests with ample firearms and equipment. Reward offered for return to 548 Fifth Avenue American Benevolent Association.
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