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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 29, 1897

Page

2

Giant New York Harbor Defense Gun Nears Completion

A colossal 2300 pound projectile cannon, largest of its kind, is under construction at a Pennsylvania works for New York Harbor protection. It will mount on a stone base near the entrance, sweep all channels, and fire a heavy shot via electric handling. The device embodies advanced mechanisms and meticulous testing, with final assembly and shipping described, including its potential impact and cost estimates.

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May wed a millionaire in talk of Mrs Martin

The long disputed match involves Mrs Victoria Woodhull Martin, famed self styled reformer, and John Biddulph Martin. Reports say she plans an American return in December amid rumors of substantial wealth and marriage prospects. Local circles note her independence and possible quick remarriage after mourning.

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Woman Evangelists Spark Methodist Church Controversy

In Chattanooga Tennessee on November 22 Mrs Harris a female revivalist held services at Hillboro near Courtland along the Memphis Charleston railroad drawing a large rural crowd. The meeting began in a Methodist Episcopal South church under steward board authority but Rev Alison Went district presiding elder intervened overruling the board and prompting a riotous scene. The affair shifts to the district conference as Mrs Harris a widow of Hubert Low Tarst emerges as a noted evangelist.

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Snyder's New Photo Gallery Ad Illustrates Auction Sale

Buyers from Hager attend the administrator sale of Trumbull art stock. The auction advertises that everything must go regardless of cost or value.

Hager Trumbull Kansas

Appointment scandal at the White House over new US attorney pick

Washington sources report a flap at the executive mansion and Justice over President’s choice Samuel C Purdett as assistant United States district attorney for West Virginia. The action follows senator Bikins backing and a lawsuit alleging Bartlett’s $7,000 delinquency in Kanawha county school lands affairs.

Washington Executive Department of Justice Samuel C.purdett United States District Attoriey West Virginia Bikins Alnwe Attore Eral Bartlett Kanawha County

Desperate Prisoner Carr Injures Officers In Cell Attempt

In Liberty Missouri a condemned murderer Carr resisted emetic treatment in his Clay County jail cell. He battered Deputy Cave Officer Wymore and Dr Sevier, fighting with fists bites and kicks as others cowered. A coat masked him while aides completed the dose. He met his wife briefly after the incident.

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Cure Bilious Colic with Chamberlain Remedy

A testimonial praises Chamberlain's Colic Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy for curing bilious colic after failing medicines. It claims quick relief and recommends use at first symptoms, with sales through druggists and a cure guarantee. Also mentions Santa Fe Route travel perks and tobacco cessation ads.

Charmberlain Butler Fairhaves Sonnax

Emperor Francis Joseph Ends Reichsrath Crisis in Vienna

Amid resignations the Austrian ministry submits to Emperor Francis Joseph who appoints Haron Gautach to form a new cabinet. Crowds in Vienna protest Badenis removal. police disperse demonstrations with armed force. Reports confirm Badenis resignation, and city returns to quiet by dusk. Similar unrest echoed in Gratz Prague and Asch Bohemia while a Chicago Exposition debate unfolds.

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Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Digest Food Safely

A vintage advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a safe digestive aid. It claims the tablets dissolve in the mouth, aid digestion before fermentation, prevent gas, and keep blood pure. It promotes the product as a specialized remedy for stomach trouble with Michigan user endorsements.

Stuart Michigan Viarngelete Stuart Co Marshall, Mich

Tramp Sermon Reflections on Work and Society

The speaker cites texts from Mor ris Mill Arnold and others while describing the American tramp as a brotherhood of wanderers who trade horses and tell fortunes. He contrasts the living roads with harsh poverty, urges intelligent social action to spare both millionaires and tramps, and argues for humane employment and mutual aid.

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The Tramp and Social Reform Rhetoric Examined

A fragmented excerpt critiques social inequality and calls for humane living standards. It condemns poverty and urges decency, urging reforms to reduce wasteful deprivation and ensure all neighbors can earn a decent living without sliding into desperation.

George Washington Countes Flehild Tonty Tek

Congressman's altercation on Michigan Central train in Decatur

A Kalamazoo man Arthur Todd, a fusion congressman from Michigan's Third District, was involved in a heated exchange on a Michigan Central passenger train near Decatur. A witness described Todd accusing a stranger of misconduct, leading to a confrontation in which the assailant knocked him down, prompting Todd to leave the train at Decatur.

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Burlington's New Observation Vestibuled Trains

The Burlington unveils wide observation vestibuled trains for all travel classes from the Missouri River to St Louis and Chicago. Dubbed the Denver Missouri River and St Louis limited, they feature five wide vestibules per car and complete westbound service, promoting superior comfort and appearance.

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Senator Davis Plans Hawaii Annexation Bill Soon

Senator K Davis departs for Washington and predicts swift passage of a Hawaiian annexation measure when Congress convenes. He argues public sentiment favors annexation despite limited prior congressional input and cites strategic and national interest reasons.

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Travel Fare Details Affected by Route Periods Across States

A single trip fare plus two dollars applies to round trips among declared permeable points in Arkansas District Territory and adjacent regions. Tickets issued on December 7, 1807 include stopover privileges and limited photo access at Snyderside’s new Gallery on T20 Kansas Avenue.

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