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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 24, 1900
Page
11
The Monticians' high class concert faced delays as a late train carrying the Innes band arrived and the performance began with audience patience tested. Despite missteps and language noise, the renowned ensemble delivered a rich dreamy orchestra sound and the conductor’s distinctive style drew praise from locals.
D W Mulvane returns from Kansas City and M A Waterman inspects barks there. Governor Stubhey aims for executive office this morning. Shawnee County settlers association meets December 1. US attorney Burton’s Samatory milk wagon praised as finest city delivery. Gasoline peanut roasters on stands appear. plans for bluegrass on state house lawn next spring. Thanksgiving vacation for city schools begins Wednesday. Kalghis Templar to hold competitive drill at the Auditorium with a $90 prize. Mayor Drew seeks fruit for foster care and notes water system pricing. Asphalt repairs planned. Sidewalk section leaning near farmer’s outlying area. Arthur Frantz & Co of Chicago won bid for post office wiring, $1,439. George Bgeer named new Le Clerk in the carriers dept. Prisoner case and local economic questions noted. Electric light placement at Fifth and Lime, Fifth and Chandler, and Pitts and Quincy. Several calls for light improvements. sighting of a man north on Jackson near state house. Franciscan sisters to depart for leper settlement in Hawaii to establish industrial school. Leader from Syracuse, NY. Start from San Francisco to Rawal. Trade with wares noted. Pope Leo XIII blessing mentioned. English racing victory at Manchester meeting.
Partial readable lines hint at a medical remedy claim with a product package reference. The text mentions a 80 Gente quantity and a Prion brand, suggesting a dietary or digestive aid context. No clear event or named entities beyond product and generic persons.
Page Nine reports a Topeka club reception honoring Miss Mix of Chicago with Mrs Cust hosting card party. Guests include Mrs Hamilton and Miss Cross. Garfield school reception successful despite stormy weather with about 150 attendees. The marriage of Maud Case to J M Hayes planned for November 8 at the Small home.
The Peabody Gazette promotes Tom McNeal editor of the Mall and Breesa as a candidate for United States senator. Supporters say he is a thorough student of political economy and knows Kansas needs strong leadership. They urge voters to back McNeal to represent Kansas with integrity.
An early matinee at the Grand Opera House presents A Wiss Woman a farce marked by past success though not fully appreciated today. The refined cast and quality aim to entertain a discerning audience with its humor and style.
The Isthmian Commission remains split over Nicaragua and Panama routes. Reportedly favored by some, Panama advocates push for the Br rE x route while others back Nicaragua. Commission members have never aligned on a single plan.
In Chicago or nearby area the body of Robert Crotty’s son Thomas Crotty a 14 year old girl child was found by a railing behind the home late last night. Police say they will file for murder or accident as the case remains unsettled. Woman Guilty of Murder.
A London dispatch reports Lord Wolseley may retire next week affecting who acts as supreme commander of the British forces. Sir Evelyn Wood could assume temporary duties as adjutant general. The rumour grounds in uncertainties over Wolseley’s future and army reactions.
Jerry Simpson has sold his newspaper and now serves as a director in a Kansas City livestock commission company. He and several former politicians, who have retired from politics, are involved as directors.
John W. Breidenthal, Feeton nominee for governor, announces retirement from politics after his term. He cites family duties and lack of interest in further political activity. He mentions deciding on a post term business venture likely to keep him in Kansas.
London reports the death of John Lawson Johnston, famed dietetic expert from Kingswood Kent, who died in Cannes from syncope. The narrative notes his Canadian exile in 157s, and references Witchcraft in California with medical lore and tribal warnings.
Ralph M Easley quits as secretary and official connection with the Chicago Civic Federation at the annual meeting and will devote energy to the National Civic Federation where he remains secretary. The change comes amid long service and shifting roles within the civic groups and related committees.
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