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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1899

Page

4

Dewey popularity dominates New York crowd after trial verdict

The piece reflects on reactions to Captain Carter and Admiral Dewey amid national politics and press sentiment. It notes Barker and Pattison as minor figures, contrasts Dewey with Schley and Sampson, and cites strong public applause for Dewey during recent demonstrations in New York.

Schley Eampeon Dewey New York Admiral Schicy Admmiral Sampnon Sehiry Sampson

Domestic parcel post plea amid cross country mail borders

A critic argues for a genuine domestic parcel post by comparing rates and routes for goods sent to Germany versus intranational postal shipments. The piece notes weight limits, steamer routes via England, and cost disparities between U S and European destinations, urging fairer internal mail privileges. The discussion cites eleven pound packages, rates per pound, and sample routes like Boston to Washington and San Francisco to Germany.

Germany France England English Boston Washington New Haven Toston New York San Francisco West Indies Dawoom City Calcutta London

Modern Mercenary and Other New Books Noted

A roundup of recent publications highlights Rand Hesketh Prichard and sons works titled As Modern Mercenary, praised for an engaging love story where duty clashes with happiness. Other items include The Bow Legged Ghost, piracy tale on 18th century seas, The Man Who Dared, Tranper R809, and Trooper 280% with notes on Dreyfus context and author backgrounds.

Rand Hesketh Prichard Doubleday and McClure Company New York Meltas: Book and Stationery Company Ms. Prichard Elven H. Heron Lionel Deere Chas. Scribners Sons Dreyfus Air Decle Vingland

Dreary Reports from London on Americans in the Philippines

The Times prints a Manila letter dated August 21 claiming Aguinaldo regains village influence and funds disturbances. It says Aguinaldo offers double the reward for rifles, casting doubt on General Otis’s economy and hospital needs. The writer blames policing and hospital underfunding for American difficulties.

London Philippines the Times Manila Aguinaldo Thete Aguinalde Manthit Otis

Murderer Insane at Fort Riley Soldier Held

Eugene Hagan, attorney for Joe the soldier jailed for a Fort Riley murder, sought a three expert sanity commission in federal court. Judge Hook will consider the request tomorrow morning. Witnesses are scattered to Manila Porto Rico and other points. defense expenses for witnesses discussed. Judge Hook went to Leavenworth and will return for forenoon court at 10:40 tomorrow.

Eugene Hagan Joe Fort Riley Hagan Hook Leavenworth

Bases of Prosperity in a Currency Driven Era

Econombits discuss solid bases of prosperity tied to ample currency. Over expansion of business and speculation may outpace money sources, risking a market squeeze. Caution urged to keep transactions in legitimate trade and production to sustain prosperity, with New York's stock exchange volatility cited as warning.

New York Wteck Exchange Baske Gould

No Actual Loss in Wealth Despite Stock Price Decline

A Cincinnati Commercial paper argues Wall Street price dips reflect paper gains rather than real wealth loss. It contends production factors remain intact and genuine wealth is unchanged, noting inflated stock values fell once withdrawal needs arose, leaving the economy still capable of growth despite the apparent decline.

Wall Street Lee Cincinnati

Surprising Globe Snippets From Atwinson Chronicle

A jumble of colorful social maxims and odd anecdotes from Atchison readers. Discussions touch on gender, reputation, fashion, soup making, and a Christian Science dialogue. The column weaves humor with daily life, noting local idiosyncrasies and community quirks.

Pointed Paragraphs From the Chicago News

Fragmented lines reflect aphorisms about prudence and pride, caution and wealth, with scattered phrases suggesting a reflective column or editorial snippets from a Chicago newspaper page. The text contains misspellings and garbled segments but centers on personality, money, and social behavior.

Reflections of a Bachelor from the New York Press

A satirical piece notes that no woman reveals her clothes cost and ridicules trends and femininity. It mocks explanations of a woman’s soul and argues about men’s fears toward women. The tone is provocative and humorous with social commentary.

The New York Press

No Eye Like the Master’s Eye Advertisement Claim

An 19th century style patent medicine pitch touts Hood’s Sarsaparilla as a cure for blood, kidney, bowel, and liver troubles. A user testimonial from Fulton, N.J. reports improved appetite, sleep, and family relief after taking the remedy and Hood’s Pills, noting prior unsuccessful doctor treatments.

Hood Ae Botis Kenny Street Pittsvarg J.J. Serrin Fulton

Soldiers Reception for Betagib Meeting in Topeka

A defective 1900s OCR item describes a soldiers reception event held at five o clock in a commercial stub room. It lists numerous organizers and attendees including chairpersons secretaries and club members. The fragmented text names Betagib organization figures and several Topeka groups such as The Grocers and Butchers and The Federated Club.

BET Agib Saewiber Thason C. Holman Fr Gehie Ivarnee K. We Malvane West Hotran T Alma el Erin Vat Henderson Abs Sidiabe Gee Fienherat Munars ceneral_ J W. Bse Fox H. Parade Aptal Ifs Rutter Me Sou Got Dy Soren Otte Fi Rueta Green Janes Hameey Hi Inohh Dh Batterson A. Br A. Troutman Kiine David Goermeier Eaward Wider Chae J Wr Ool Hi Coulter Gow Wy. Ritchter Gro A. Chur Sei. Cole A. A Aod Belson W. Joe Kolkene Araies Davis Chan Mu BH PD Beagle Salen Horey Gavitt Bawnet Topeka Pel

England Wins Venezuela Boundary Award Expected Tomorrow

Parle October 2 2 30 p m The Venezuela boundary tribunal has concluded its deliberation and will read the award tomorrow in the presence of representatives of Great Britain and Venezuela The secretaries are preparing the document It is said on good authority that the award will be a decided victory for Great Britain

Great Britain Venezuela

Chicago Coal Famine Threatens City Markets

Chicago faces a coal famine as dealers lag on orders and supply fears mount. Miners and wholesalers' coal association discusses the shortage sparked by car and vessel delays and strike actions, with estimates of 390 to 200 cars per dealer needed to meet demand.

Chicago Coal Association Tardey Miners and Wholesalers’ Coal Association

Local Meeting Notes and Community Announcements

A local notice details a public meeting with arrests related to a disturbance and a fire incident. Will Bradbury is nominated for trustee, J. H. Kvains named clerk and treasurer, while the Yoeat Kensae Rion group plans a gathering at the Commercial club. Members urged to attend. committee plans and secretary’s contacts noted.

Wil White Earl Ting Ter Bite Heypenstall Topeka Baturiay Will Bradbury J. H. Kvains Arene Se Shreve Ntate Bouse Refory Fn

Kanana City Talents Route to Rock Island Fare

Tickets on sale for Kanana City talents route with 82.00 round trip to Rock Island and 32.00 to Santa Fe. Return total 920 dollars via St. Louis Fair Festivities. Promote passenger travel and event schedule with regional route options and sale dates.

Rock Island St. Louis

Death of James Young from morphine overdose

James Young of 10T Weet siteet died Saturday night from an overdose of morphine. He had long battled the habit and recently took the drug at home. He worked Friday night with a companion who did all possible to help. Young was a member of lodge 3 AO. The order will handle the funeral, to be held Tuesday afternoon at 2 o clock at his house.

James Young Apo Ar. Young Lodge 3

Wesleyan Methodists Name Kansas Conference Appointments

The Kansas conference of the Wesleyan Methodist church at Lawrence held sessions in Bismarck Grove and announced year appointments across Topeka Osage City Burlingame and other communities. Rev. G. B. Howard of Topeka was elected president and Rev. E. Hiegina of Oklahoma named secretary.

Kansas The Wesleyan Methodist Church Bismarck Grove Lawrence Topeka Carku Euston McLouth A. BP. Lienard Willis T. Ford M. McPhee Borner Springs D. D. Cole Maple Hill E. J. Franklin Emporia Mission BW. Smelter Exbridge HH. Gane Osage City Kendrick Scranton Mrz H. J. Taliaferra Burlingame RK. C. McCord Hollis F.C. Hill Aurora Chas Harrington Grover Jan Burroughs Toone Porter Wilk Haymond H. Moat Excel HA. French Chapman Creek W. C. Hackett Wilson R. N. Buckner Morrowville E. H. Sewart Harlon W. ©. Huett Dighton C. M. Baneford Norton Gertrude Eaton Evergreen ES. Higgins Northbranen Ira Bradley Lowlard W. H. Pressnall Nebraska Chesterle Dawson County Knox County John Emery G. Vivaton Texas Ft. Reena Barnabas Lyman Missouri J. F. Beeson Robert Daugherty VC. Tallaferro J. A. Williams O W. Cooper G. i. Howard G. B. Howard E. & Hiegina Oklahoma

New Gas Franchise Promises Chicago Backing for Topeka Plant

W J Faulkner touring Topeka forecasts 2500 to 2600 subscribers to finance an $800000 gas and electric light plant. He says council support, quick deposit, and state law incorporation will launch the project within three months of passage. He claims patented gas manufacture lowers costs versus current company methods.

W. J. Faulkner Topeka Chicago Faulkner Tie Counc Nis Sus Company Typeka

The Mills Dry Goods Company Monday Oct 2d

The Mills Dry Goods Company announces events or sales for Monday October 2d. Details remain readable text from the period. The notice emphasizes the Mills Dry Goods Company and the specific date.

the Mills Dry Goods Company the Mills: Dry Goods Company

Two Johns Inadvertently Cleared In Family Quarrel Case

A warrant was issued for John Spann to keep the peace after a family quarrel. Deputy Deggan sought Spann at Santa Fe shops, but the man identified as John Spahn denied involvement. After a mix up, officers located the correct John Spahn who had been the quarreller.

D. W. Degren John Spann Deggan Ross Santa Ie Spahn John Spahn Bin Sive Bond

Liquor Sales and Probate Notes in Sparse Ledger

Fragmentary OCR notes reference liquor sales and probate matters. Names and dates are unclear, but entries mention judges and a druggist, with references to joint activity and a proceeding. The legible portions point to a period ledger style record of local commerce and court actions.

Town of Dunon Burns in Kansas City Line Fire

Dunon town on the Kansan City line of the Gulf railroad was destroyed by fire this morning. Fire crews saved some structures but the town suffered a loss estimated at 250000 dollars. Insurance coverage was light.

Little Rock Ark Dunon Kansan City Zisarare & Gulf

The Hottest Coon In Dixie presenting star entertainers

A company of 35 leading colored entertainers performs a mix of farce, vaudeville, and opera. Reserved seats on sale at Rowley Snows. Evening prices 15 25 45 50 and 75 cents. Matinee prices 15 and 25 cents.

Rowley Snows

Own Opics Own Opics All New This Season

Evening prices range 15 26 85 50 75 cents and matinee price 15 25 cents. Seats at Rowley and Snow's Drug Store.

Shle Rowley & Snow's

Women Fight Fire While Men Are Away at a Lodge Meeting

Strafford near Springfield, Missouri burned in a Sunday fire that left most residents away at a Woodmen meeting. Drought reduced water, forcing women to combat flames with blankets. Thorson’s general merchandise store suffered major loss, insurance coverage noted.

Springfield Strafford Here Thorson

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