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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 06, 1898

Page

2

Strong Case Arises In Conspiracy Hearing In Pittsburgh

In Philadelphia Oct United States men including Quay and McKee of Pittsburgh appeared before Magistrate Jermon at Central station to answer conspiracy charges in misusing state funds tied to John Hopkin. Haywood not present but expected Friday. Bail set at 50000 each. case proceeds to West Court for November term.

Philadelphia Oct United States Quay Kineon Richard FH. Quay Charlie H. Meee Pittsburg Walter Lyon Jermon Central Station John Hopking Peoples Bank Ity Haywood Bieeo Mo~ Ske Ball Wan Travi EH Lane Will

Deaths cenit and a peril of wedlock in medical advert

Fragmentary obituary note cites a New York based medical claim by Dr Pierce claiming marriage failure weakens women. It warns of heart trouble and invalid status from delicately formed organs. The piece reads like a sensational medical advertisement for Golien Meiical Discovery.

New York Hysica Benkrayt Pierce’ Golien Bath Dt Xeed Goaleas

Miss Clemmons Files 100000 Damages Suit for Libel

New York Oct 6 Katherine Clemmons says years of persecution and intrusion have driven her to claim 100000 dollars in damages from the New York World for a libelous article. She says private detectives spied on her, her servants were approached, and her Holland House residence was invaded as she seeks privacy through the courts.

New York Katherine Clemmons Antil Howe Fifth Avenue William F. Cody Messrs Howe & Trummel Uncrewaa Howard Gould Gould Cody Colonel Cody Wes Star Usoan TL Nave Pam

Tessie Schley Mission to Spain Claims Peace Effort

Tessie Schley returns from Madrid after lobbying for peace between the United States and Spain, claiming influence on negotiations. She contends American papers misrepresented her trip and cites cabinet action, Spanish cabinet acceptance, and letters proving her role in initiating talks. In Havana she is celebrated but criticizes annexation talk and war prolongation, urging self government for Cuba and peace to avoid further conflict.

Tessie Schley Spain Milwaukee Wis Mina Jeasl Schisy Madrid Portugal Cube Miss Schley Cuba Havana Misa Schi¢y Abe United States Cubs Helana America Bemgars Mies Schley Newra

Defeat for Pingree over state rail tolls case

In a unanimous ruling Justice Hooker writes that Governor Pingree cannot compel the Michigan Central Railway to sell family tickets under a special charter. The court says forcing the railroad to sell tickets would impair the obligation of the state contract and require reimbursement for damages.

Tansing Mich Bmichigan Central Rairoad Company Hooker Hidthday Pingree Michigan Central Company Nénmus Tte

Dominion to probe Klondike official malfeasance

In Montreal on Oct 6, reports say the Dominion government plans to appoint a commission to investigate charges of official maladministration and bribery in the Klondike gold fields. The move could end official claims rights and lead to widespread dismissals, with consideration also given to abolishing the 10 per cent royalty tax.

Montreal Klondike

Doctors say consumption curable with diet air and emulsion

Doctors now agree that consumption is curable. Three essentials are fresh air proper food and Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil with hypophosphites. To cure weight gain is needed if thin and emulsion keeps you in good flesh, offered by Scott & Bowns, Chemists, New York.

Scott Scott & Bowns, Chemists New York

Restorative Nervine Promises Nerve Relief and Health

Dr Miles Restorative Nervine advertised as a cure for nervous dyspepsia and stomach trouble. Testimonials from Stephen W Shackford Gorham Maine W L Washburn Westfield and Frances Coppman Reedville Virginia claim improved digestion sleep appetite and vitality after using the tonic. The ad urges readers to buy at any druggist with a guarantee and to request a free booklet from Dr Miles Medical Co Elkhart Indiana.

Miles Portland Stephen W. Shackford Gorham Maine W. L Washburn Westfie Frances Coppman Reedville Peterauurg, T Les Tree Miles Medical CO Elkhart Ind

Prominent Kentucky Doctor Drowns Himself in Ten-Foot Pond

Dr T C Col Ung of Bourbon county drove his buggy into a ten foot pond on his farm and died. He leaves a widow a son Nathan and a daughter Jala. His death follows a long period of melancholy after family troubles and a possible move from farming to medicine. His daughter May Collins had died previously in Boston with Samuel Putnam in a freethinker death scenario. The doctor was 50 and a respected figure in the county. His body will be brought to Lexington for burial beside May in the city cemetery.

Kentucky Lexington T. C. Col Ung Bourbon County May I. Collins Boston Samuel Putnam Eas Collitie Julia Midway Collins Rentuel Nathan Jala

Preacher Arrested in Sioux City Case

In a parlor court yesterday Rev J M Nead a reputed Methodist preacher from Sioux City faced trouble as his wife was found guilty of vagrancy on police evidence. Nead denied guilt and claimed his wife was chiefly responsible. A prison search revealed his ordination certificate dated May 20, 1896 and letters from Navy Secretary Long Governor Atkinson and others, plus a bank book showing over $1000.

Ban Franciscs Jet J. M. Nead Sioux City Neadla Acc Nead Episcopal Conference of Northwestern Atkinson Iowa G. W. L Brown Daponit

Belmont for Congress in New York bid shocks Newport

Newport society learned Oliver P Belmont, who married William K Vanderbit s ex wife, sought a New York congressional nomination. Though once seen as a Newport citizen and urged as mayoral candidate, Belmont says he cannot run for mayor and has moved to New York to join the campaign.

Newport Newport Society Oliver P. Belmont William K. Vanderbit New York Bellmont Citizen of

Traveler Assaulted Indiana Depot Victim Beaten and Robbed

Mor ris Martin St Morris, a Tap pan Shoe salesman from Auburn Gale Ohio, was attacked while moving between depots in Granger Indiana. One hundred seventy dollars taken, he lay unconscious for three hours. Two men were seen fleeing at dawn toward Mishawaka. trail lost near Edwardsburg road.

Ohio Indiana Granger Ind Martin St Morris Tappan Shoe Manufacturing Company Auburn Gale, O Mishawaka Edwardsburg

Rich Man Weds Young Housekeeper in Court Controversy

In TL on October 8, Matthise Schnell a wealthy contractor facing a 375000 breach of promise suit from Mrs. Anna McDermott in circuit court married Miss Hulda Smith last night. Schnell is 66 and the knot tied amid the pending dispute.

Rock Tuland Matthise Schnell Anna McDermott Hulda Smith Schnell

Nine Hour Day Stirs Chicago Labor Talks

Chicago unions debate a nine hour day and the timing of a special committee meeting next Monday to settle pension and job issues. A compromise with the electrotyper was reached yesterday as strife over notice periods and union action looms, with local unions set to decide on enforcement after thirty days.

Chicago Sy Sime X Peing Besn Smiiwau Rome

New Rapid Field Gun Described by French Experts

New rapid field gun of 2.0 inch caliber impresses with high velocity and quick loading. It weighs about 2007 pounds, features a nickel barrel and breech mechanism, and uses a glycerine cylinder to reduce recoil. Tests at Chalona reportedly show capability to destroy a regiment or battery in one minute.

New York Get Chalona

Human Bones in a Cave At Selma Farm Unearth Ancient Relics

Workmen digging gravel on the Thomas Orr farm near Selma Indiana uncovered a cave with upright human bones and numerous iron and stone artifacts. The remains include a large man likely a tribe chief, surrounded by odd weapons and objects suggesting an ancient settlement.

Selma Ind Muncie Thomas Orr Glenera

Prairie Bill Strinkler in town from short grass country

W F Cody lookalike Dodge City resident Strickler known as Prairie Bill arrives in the city and draws attention for his plainsman image and a poetical verse titled The Rush of the Prairie. The fragmentary OCR preserves his rustic credentials and literary hobby.

HE. Strickler Dodge City Turtalo Fell Cody

Indians Walk Miles in Pride Over Pread Guilty Plea

Oneida Indians Abraham Doxstader and Alex Onder walked from Green Bay to Milwaukee to plead guilty to a misdemeanor. They arrived tired and ragged, claiming Indian pride and saying they would appear in court the next day. The case was adjourned with a plan to explain the lengthy journey to the tribunal.

Milwaukee Wie Green Bay Abraham Doxstader Alex Onder Webster Galing Ette Oneida Hhey

White Caps in Michigan and local notices emerge

Fragmentary OCR describes a Michigan scene with White Caps at Niles and events around Oct 6 involving a committee and unidentified locals. The text mentions a man given fate, a house visit in Ipoh style confusion, and several notices stuck on other persons.

Michigan Niles Mich

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