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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 03, 1901
Page
5
A medical testimonial from North Tamora touts Peruna as a specific for catarrh and pelvic disorders, claiming rapid relief after friends' cures. The letter-writer praises the remedy and urges women to use it, while urging readers to write for further medical guidance from Dr. Hartman at Columbus.
The article reports a labor dispute in Bwantea Wales dated Sept 2 A with a group called the Amalgamated Society of Realway or similar filing a writ for damages against Benis and Moora workers. It notes sums claimed and that the case and political debate surrounding it draw attention to funding and parliamentary committees.
The Star Grocery advertises multiple items with special prices including Jadelaind Sugar at 74.00, Crosby's Best Flour at per sack 39, Crosty's No Flour at per sack 4, White Loaf Flour by sack, Big 4 Flour by sack, Olivette Soup by can, and St. Charles Cream by can. The listing emphasizes assorted groceries and promotional prices.
A. P. Havens, a Topeka pioneer, died recently after a long career in grocery and lumber industries. He formed partnerships with Norrie, built a large North Tope operation, and was linked with Havens Lumber Co. Survived by relatives, his death ends a prominent local business era.
Nine buried jewelry pieces and other items worth about $3,000 were recovered by police after a burglary at a station. Two men, Thanis Barry and James Clarke, were in custody, accused of leading the theft. Cash totaling $200 was found among the haul. one jeweler reports minimal loss and expects all to be recovered.
Fragmented dispatch reports Sap A ureuee formerly governor of Johannesburg and a prom in tennessee trial. police say telegraphic instruc tions led to arrest and detention without bail. Authorities await further action as legal proceedings and war news from the Philippines dominate reports.
Miss Mita Grace Thompson hosted a refined Saturday evening gathering at her Highland Park home honoring Miss Eyfle Evans of Kansas City. The event featured elaborate furnishings, cards, and a large guest list including Nora Helmig, Pearl Eifingac, Mary Thompson, and many neighbors, followed by a wedding notice for Miss Sadie Butts Gla and Mr Pinkerton at a West Sixth Street residence.
A scrambled list records names of residents and visitors in Newton with brief mentions of trips to South Western Missouri, California, Old Mexico, and other locales. Several entries note extended visits, short returns, and engagements with friends and relatives across Muscatine, Des Moines, Lake Street, and nearby towns.
An awitchel engine and long string of cars halted Fifteenth Street crossing for about thirty minutes in Topeka. Passengers waited as crew swapped cars and a female driver faced harsh language and insults after requesting clearance. Local ordinance prohibits blocking crossings and harsher penalties may follow.
The school board met last night and decided to call the Lowman Hill building contractor to tine. Charles EB. Sockler, J Drew, the superintendent of construction, and the contractor’s bondsmen must ensure the project is finished within the specified time. Report says Sockler is not pushing work, and progress up to the second story is lacking.
Governor of the Island of Guam lands in San Francisco aboard the steamer Ching while traveling to the national capital. He declines to discuss conditions on the island or the purpose of the visit. Also aboard the Ching is Prof David H Todd of Ambhorat College observatory, traveling to observe celestial events.
An executive of the Warren Hteamanip company died from injuries after a car accident near Tie Sushmen Rie ut Betriy fucha ikat ter Mie. The 40 something native of Taverpoal was connected to the firm’s leadership and was a key figure in its operations. The incident occurred Sept 2 in Beverly, Mans, and authorities reported the collision caused fatal injuries.
A Rialto street fire resulted in three fatalities with two more people found injured as flames tore through a dwelling. Fire crews battled the blaze on Pell Street, reporting extensive damage to the structure.
Police jottings from Topeka recount Judge Lindsay’s plan to investigate arrests for drunkenness amid rough night scenes on Schwartz Place. Reports detail fines for Alex Drummond and other defendants, with commentary on sobriety, court proceedings, and local police behavior.
A report outlines a night of terror and medical distress for a widow named Uckeral Burnham as doctors fear pneumonia. A French play translation faced suppression after authorities deemed it obscene, accused of malevolence harming the nation, with the governor commenting on the influence of such material.
Fragmentary OCR text describes a railroad laborer injured with a badly crushed foot possibly by Buckiats Arsha Salve and mentions Burix Pil seers and North Kanms avenue. Lacks clear names or dates. summarizes a hazardous work incident and chaotic wording from a 19th or early 20th century page.
North Topeka residents and visitors are noted with numerous names and travels. The report lists locals from Hoyt, Manhattan, Silver Lake, and Topeka sharing visits, trips to Lawrence and Chicago, and family gatherings. It mentions a dog’s death, a birthday party at 524 Monroe Street, and a niece visiting from La Blana with a local gathering featuring games, music, and refreshments.
NAMED BY M'KINLEY Small Batches of Appointments Washington Sept 2 The president today made the following appointments Treasury William A O Malley third lieutenant revenue cutter service War Lieutenant Colonel David P Fie and Vice Lieutenant Robert P eneincer corpe to be members of the Cattterine Koeters commiseions Navy Joseph Foster pay director rank of captain Read Fraser pay inspector rank of commander Edmund W Bonnafon paymaster rank of time tenant John D Barbu umsiniant pay pore r ight of way of Ft Smith railway through the Choctaw pation Indiana Territory
A lone survivor recounts a perilous voyage after escaping a Belgian incident. He and twenty others endured a harsh voyage in an open boat for four days before landing near St Figent. The tale mentions a small crew of forty, a ship named Trebiawaae, and a voyage connected to a captain named Kapwaan.
Merchant Policeman Hopkins discovers a fire in the tine area of a planing mill. Fire crews respond as heroes pinning the blaze between alarms. The structure sustains some damage but the blaze is brought under control after minutes. No injuries reported.
The Santa Fe announces a Cleveland round trip rate of 921.35 with tickets on sale from Topeka and Cleveland. The return trip to eastern points is highlighted with a limited time rate and the Cleveland company advertises its elegant steamers offering round trip fares to Buffalo and other destinations.
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