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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1902
Page
5
An old advertisement touts Winslow's Soothing Syrup for mothers and children, claiming it calms the child, relieves teething pain, and cures wind colic. It stresses its popularity with “millions” of users and urges buying the genuine product by name.
Jefferson and Shawnee counties debate sharing the cost to replace wooden bridge approaches. Jefferson proposed paying one fourth while Shawnee would cover the rest. Shawnee commissioners suggested option of either state or Shawnee paying more, but both sides sought a plan for the expense.
A tour of inspection by council members including the First, Second, Sixth ward representatives reviewed condemned sidewalls of the city. The condemnations stem from last winter work by Street Commissioner Snyder amid disputes over payment for a full reconstruction and necessary repairs.
Parker refuses comment on threats from jointist Pigg who warned of ousting him. State Journal reporter notes Parker says no papers served and law enforcement threat does not worry him as he faces threats this morning.
A user reports rapid weight gain over a month while consuming a stomach and liver tablet. The text notes trying various remedies, including a brand or supplier, and claims recovery after cessation and remedy use. The fragment mentions Molley Bros and a Missouri sales branch, suggesting a catalog or advertisement context.
Miss Alice Safford hosts a morning card party for Miss Margaret Ston who leaves Wednesday for Western College in Oxford Ohio. Numerous guests from Lawrence and nearby towns attend, with social chatter about visitors, returns, and upcoming departures. residents travel between Lawrence, Topeka, and other locales as summer visits wind down.
During the programme Ramuel Cafferty of Fopeks Kansas read the piece. The brief item records an authorial reading at the event with minimal details and no additional context.
In Curry v co pany, Judge Hazen ruled Vinewood Street Railway is not authorized to condemn private property for its road. The district court granted a temporary injunction blocking the railway from taking land. Vinewood Spemang (appearing party) took exceptions to the ruling.
Chicago hosts Ho Yow the Chinese consul general in a six week visit to promote permanent expositions in Chicago New York and San Francisco. Chinese products will be shown and American manufactories exhibited in Canton Pekin Singapore Hong Kong Hankow and other centers in China. Ho aims to create an international commercial house to boost trade and goodwill by introducing American goods to China and Chinese goods to America.
Ohio Governor Nash urges churches to observe the first anniversary of President McKinley’s death on September 14. Across the state many denominations began memorial services at regular places of worship honoring the late president’s life and work.
A fragmented ad note extols Electric Bitters as a universal cure for jaundice and stomach issues, praising Mae of Jaundice and Soubies for long suffering relief. It promises guaranteed satisfaction and promotes Satin-Skin Cream for babies, with sales at The Modal.
The governor declined to convene a meeting with coal operators amid reports a committee from New York New Jersey and Pennsylvania sought advisory input on legislation to settle the strike. He warned against constitutional measures and said no appointment would be made to meet today.
Five workers were killed and ten injured as unrest over wages halted work in Candela Apulia. Gendarmes were stoned, soldiers fired after rioters seized rifles, and an interior ministry official traveled to Candela to open an inquiry. Order was restored.
The article notes a new anti strmelan sort formed by strong financial and shipping interests in New York aiming to enter Far East commerce with a capital of 500000. The first voyage is slated for mid October on the vessel Sie dispatch from New York. Key figures listed include William Barclay Parsons and Le Roy Dresser as officers, with Vanderbi lt, Gluck, and Brown Bros. among shareholders. The Gibraltar steamship will inaugurate service calling Sing pore Hong Kong Shanghai and other ports, expanding outward cargo and passenger links in the Orient. The plan includes building a fleet and operating ferries and steamships under a broader transportation mandate in U S navigable waters and foreign seas.
Consol general of Venezuela reports an undated cable from President Castro describing a fierce battle at Finaquillo. He notes Arm Generals Lu and others involved and asserts peace will follow, signaling a major wartime development. The message cites intense fighting and calls for restraint amid the conflict.
An old advertisement touts instant relief from diphtheria sore throat and croup with permanent effects attributed to Dr. Thomas Bilectric O Atacy, sold at a neighborhood rug store.
North Topeka column lists residents.update: Silver Lake Dr McGill in town. Wm Schwarts back from trip. Louie Harry Jameson home from Chicago. O Lewis and Overbrook visitors. Eda Stone home from Holton visit. Mrs M L Man of Meriden in North Side. Shoe ads and school shoe focus at Costley’s dry goods. Mrs Hugh Coulitis away at Excel Springs. Mrs Frank Steward visiting daughters. J M Brinker visiting son Walter in Cordia. Walter Snook visiting wife and son. Martie McNair reports appendicitis. Hindman family guests. Free fashion sheets. Dr Sample visiting. Josie Dickinson to Louisiana. Purla Woods back from Fort Madison. Blue Ribbon School Shoes offered. Emos Keplinger visiting Orange County. John Hart and sister Mra Ratavelige visited. Mr Sherman visiting Valencia. Beatrice trip for Rome relatives. Carmichael duo to Kansas City. J M Courtney guests. School begins next week. fall shoe needs urged. Miss Permella’s peanut party hosts. Christian church convention attendees in town. Mayor Wood presiding.
Andrew P. Wymore of Liberty reports a morning clash near town with two men, Tom and Frank Kidd, over corn knives. Wymore suffered cuts to his head and left arm but is not believed to be in danger. The two suspects were captured and are under arrest.
George Gould arrived in Omaha early today with Denver Rio Grande and Union Pacific leaders. He traveled on a private car train and was met at the station by railroad officials. He spent time at the Union Pacific before continuing south with President Weave over the Pacific this evening.
A London weekly page from the Japan Mall reprints a quaint army order. It describes machine guns issued to volunteer corps. The notice advises emgingod mules to draw the guns where possible. It suggests that an intelligent non-commissioned officer will suffice if mule availability fails.
San Francisco marks the fifty second anniversary of California's statehood with a legal holiday. Native Sons of the Golden West hold events at Santa Rosa drawing visitors from across the state. Hutchinson and Return $4.65 via Banta Pe Central Kansas fair on September 15 offers a round trip fare with tickets on sale.
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