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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 25, 1903
Page
8
A Topeka State Journal item describes a Paw Paw remedy by JM Munton as a universal cure for indigestion and nervous disorders. The notice invites 3000 free samples to be distributed from the newspaper office on a Friday morning, urging readers to join in the pilot test and report results.
A local story describes Mr Sells delivering clothing and shoes to an orphan home. Items including coats, galoshes, and shoes were distributed to twenty orphans during a morning errand. The event raised questions about the fundraiser and public involvement.
Washington reports the war department honoring Colorado Governor’s requisition for Krag rifles, clothing, and supplies for Colorado National Guard. Colorado appears to receive only entitlements under wartime provisions as the state’s militia is ordered out for defense. Labor strikes influence and delay in delivery noted. General Mates to Colorado visit referenced.
Marshall Kitchen wed Tuesday from Ta Junta California with Mitch Conley and Jim Talley the two young men wanted for holding up J Mack Love and robbing him The diamond ring affair led to the trio being jailed in Dodge City after being taken to the city hall and held until a hearing before Judge Kreamer at J Mack Love's office followed by a preliminary examination.
In St Louis on November 2 a startling scene unfolds when a driver wakes to find a man named Nelson in the wagon. Nelson claims no ride home and declines assistance as he exits and vanishes into the street, leaving the driver rattled by the odd encounter.
Sharon Pa woman narrowly escaped hog attack while walking to a farm. Hogs charged and chased her clutching and biting as she fled. Neighbors intervened, hogs dispersed, victim left distressed and nearly unconscious.
The superintendent at The International Paper plant in South Falls has ordered the shutdown of twenty eight mills until further notice. The move, tied to protection and fire risk, affects all mills in the combination and is expected to proceed by near Wednesday. Insurance circles discuss organizing to improve fire prevention and water supplies with local authorities.
Tax deeds and transfers involve S. Ott and wife to H. T. Grandpre on Kansas avenues Orchard More ada W. Healgmill and wife to J. Marton at 32.400) sw. 8 esa Tax send to Wee Pears Sut wl 2054 Naples Street and J. D- Meno a Ce. Tax deed to name tot S042 Naples Street. Tax deed to summa lots Ht to 207E Naples Street.
Governor Odell spent hours in New York after returning from Washington where he conferred with President Roosevelt and Senator Platt about factions in the Republican Party. He said relations were strained but improving through mutual concessions and declined to discuss future leadership beyond Senator Platt remaining the party leader in the state. Odell indicated no formal statement would be issued and emphasized a satisfactory arrangement for party success in New York ahead of the national convention vote.
General John C. Black of the Grand Army of the Republic visits Boston to begin planning the next annual encampment. He arrives after a fall from a chase, rests at the Hotel Vendome, then meets the national administration committee and Massachusetts executive committee. A conference with committee chairs and railroad agents may follow to secure the San Francisco encampment in Boston next June.
North Topeka notes a flood aftermath and a parade of residents traveling for Thanksgiving. Visitors include Mr Bigck of Meriden and Mrs H K Dolman from Silver Lake with family. Roy Heinzman of the State University, Lawrence, plans a Thanksgiving visit with his parents. Community events feature a Shawnee council hall gathering, church services for Thanksgiving, and a sustained push by the Northern Shawnes Development company despite flood delays.
A lively early 20th century kitchen feature extols reserving the Thanksgiving turkey for the holiday. It praises the American wild turkey, traces its European introductions, and defends the bird’s superior role in a festive feast against substitutions, with period humor and culinary lore.
A box promotion touts Tiger Vigor as food that increases appetite and builds muscle for children who do not feel hungry often. The copy suggests the product tempts appetite and promises the next box contains a surprise.
A detailed guide compares wild and farm turkeys, noting flavor, texture, and fat differences. It explains selecting young birds, judging eye, leg, and spur conditions, and outlines evisceration and cleaning steps. Various stuffing ideas include chestnut stuffing, Turkish style rice, and oyster stuffing, plus roasting and stewing methods.
From Tokyo dispatches it is reported that Yuan Kai governor of a northern province intends to declare war against Russians in Manchuria. General says forces are ready to move against Shanghai and activate troops led by a prominent commander.
Helen F. Barnes, secretary of the Federated Women’s Christian Association committee, was taken home with pleurisy. She may travel to California for health after Christmas. Valiant Lodge No 155, K of P, to confer Esquire rank on two members. all members urged to attend. Visitors welcome.
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