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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 25, 1900
Page
5
Samuel Wiseman of Garvin Street Lionsville reports relief from indigestion after three doses of Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin. He states the medicine gave his family better nights’ sleep and rapid improvement. The notice includes several local druggists selling the remedy and questions its genuineness.
A reporter from Healeton, Pasaya describes ongoing coal miner unrest in Lehigh with Mine Workers union chief Mitchell warning of extended shortages. The scene notes Father Philips visiting Philadelphia to press Archbishop Ryan to shift stance, while Jeddo collieries face potential penalties and wage disputes persist. Demand for powder price reductions, cash-only sales by Hasse ton butchers, and looming shelter foreclosures compound distress as authorities seek to quell tensions.
October Rossville speakers and Haskell Indians game loom on upcoming local calendar. Hutchinson relatives attend services. church dedication noted. Salvation Army Harvest Festival runs Sep 38 to Oct 2 with gifts to aid needy. Elijah concert at auditorium. minstrels debut. Police report increases in joint arrests and a judge grants a divorce to Nette Oswald.
A sick man, treated by Dr Hogeboom, contracted a disease after dining at a restaurant. City health officials vow stern action to prevent contagion, promising cooperation from physicians and school leaders, and enforcement of the law to curb outbreaks. A nurse is sent ten miles to care for him as authorities push immunization and disclosure.
A Wichita sourced Chicago paper reports a woman shifting political stance, labeling Democrats as copperheads and praising Bryan as a fearless leader. The piece hints at a volatile election climate and partisan tensions.
Reported traffic reductions threaten the Santa Fe service on a transcontinental Portland route with a proposed cost cut. Officials consider canceling parts of the Geldier Businese agreement as the age rageeree terms come under review.
An article notes the end of streetcar service on Auditorium Street as plans shift to new transit arrangements. Officials cite changing transportation needs and budget considerations influencing the final run and closure timetable.
Local social items list visits and travel. Names include Miss Dale Ashe of Holton, Mr. Will Davis, Mrs. T. Orlando Wheeler, Miss Peart Deming, Terrence Ewart, Minnie Smith, Rev. and Mrs. S. W. Warner, Mrs. McCaalin, Bart Osborn, and others visiting friends in Topeka, Holton, Meriden, Iola, Garden City, La Junta. Some plan moves and openings noted.
Walter M. Sturges reports his personal flood experience from Galveston during the disaster. He describes the wind driving water and waves under the foundations, a blackout, and inhabitants in darkness. He recalls the gulf surge washing onto the beach and finding his room flooded with water and the body of a victim outside the door.
A fragmentary report describes numerous corpses in wreckage and streets. The note implies a large disaster in the city with imminent rebuilding and uncertain safety.
Lincoln J. Carters The Eleventh Hour played to a sizable Crawford audience last night. The production boasted strong scenery and costumes with steady action as Fowler and his supposed sister plot to gain wealth by deceiving farmer Hackett and kidnapping Joe Maney, while Susan and her lover Dick navigate the twists leading to a climax.
Forecasters forecast tonight and Wednesday showers with cooler air for the region. Mountain areas in Colorado may see 24 degrees as the system moves through Utah Nevada New Mexico and surrounding locales.
A partial OCR fragment hints at CETRA or Beit rpeedy measures and a Fast Five or Fivetellers event. While details are unclear, the readable terms suggest an imminent operation or decision requiring swift measures.
Charter board acts favorably on two applications for new banks. Details unclear due to OCR errors but list includes names such as Yates and Don Stepnencon with references to directors and state affiliation. Approval signals expansion in regional banking network.
A garbled report notes a presidential visitor to Colorado with stops planned in Denver, Fort Collins, La Junta, Boulder, and possible party gatherings. It mentions a welcome event by a U.S. governor and a party entourage traveling through the state, with locals observing the schedule.
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