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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1903
Page
15
The Harvest Home Festival will be held at the First Congregational Church with a program of hymns, readings, and addresses led by Mrs. Sherrill Graith Miss Iva Gobrecht Alten D. and the pastor. The event includes responsive service and musical selections ending with God Bless Our Home Forever and a benediction.
Frederick M Hubbell and Frances K Hubbell transfer about 5 million dollars in Des Moines to Frederick Hubbell Jr and Grover C Hubbell as trustees to found a college of learning in Des Moines. The trust runs 0 to 90 years with income for successors and their descendants under terms defined by Iowa law.
New York September 26 Premier Rowe of the Ontario government warns that if the workers of the Consolidated Lake Superior Industries at the SOC do not act by Monday, he will issue instructions to withhold land grant certificates owed to the common merchant of construction of the Algermine Central railway. The 60 miles already built would have entitled the Algermine Central to about ten thousand acres of land. Redmond Speaks Up London September 26 John Redmond the Irish defender in a letter to H A Law remarks that atrocity in Macedonia could threaten Christendom and urges action for justice and liberty. Hutchinson Kansas September 26 Seventh District editors to meet here with William Allen White of the Emporia Gazette as keynote speaker and Gerald Volk of Wichita as secretary.
An advertisement touts Hyomel as a natural cure for catarrh, claiming it cures by affecting the respiratory tract rather than stomach treatment. It sells a complete kit for $1.00 and promises safety, with a money back note if not effective, urging use during the season.
Topeka readers hear Geo W Stansfield promise Hyomel will cure the worst catarrh or offer a refund. He touts numerous cures in Topeka and nearby areas, claiming the treatment via a two pill regimen with breathing and tonic ingredients. The advertisement emphasizes germ destruction and blood enrichment as the remedy’s mechanism and urges trial.
Proposes a non digestive cure for catarrh through Hyome products. Claims Hyome destroys habit and cures catarrh, citing testimonials from prominent figures and physicians. Describes product cost and components, with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied.
President Frank Buchanan presides at the International Bridge and Structural Ironworkers convention in Kansas City amid clashes over seats and authority. Delegates challenge Brophy’s unseating, while Samuel Parks asserts the prior actions stand. Keller of Joral union No. 8 may face expulsion, but disputes continue behind closed doors.
Friday afternoon Topeka Gun Club members gathered east of town for a live pigeon shoot hosted by A J Palmer, with 25 birds per minute. Despite gale force winds and erratic conditions, J Tiscow of Quikla won by killing 26 of 25 birds in a dramatic display, drawing praise and controversy over the grandstand. The event drew attention to shooters including J Hill and Doc Williams while Hungate’s handle with a new gun sparked debate. the same page notes a Vienna dispatch on Austrian-Hungarian tensions.
Sinisa Howe has been named head of the elocution department at the Northwest University and the Eintaiveavatal School of Oratory of Chichen. Midshipman Fry dismissed. Warhington notes the academy's ongoing changes as Midshipman H.C. is relieved from his duties amid training disruptions.
Wilson of Cowley County visited Topeka Friday. George Nell says he will not seek county commissioner. Police raided a disorderly house. Mary Searle and J. Meadd were arrested. Judge W. C. Hook returns from Denver and presides in Leavenworth. Senator Burton previews flood prevention article in North American Review. First naturallization papers issued under new law to J. A. Katterfield. County treasurer transfer from H. Philips to F. C. Bowen set for Oct 1. Elks host social. Good Government Club to meet. US District Attorney Dean returns from Wichita after eleven criminal trials. Water supply delayed by broken pipe at pumping station. Stebbins’s dancing academy opens Oct 1 with reception. Coburn works on expo exhibit for St Louis World’s Fair. Washburn College residents host reception. Washtush College Literary Society to elect annual officer. County jail inmates remain under incriminating charges. Henry Bell faces police court for wife whipping incident. Walnut Grove church opening service led by Rev. Gr. Wilcox. building renovation costs $2400. Enrollment at Kansas City Baptist Theological Seminary noted. Copeland Hotel changes owners in Clay Center.
A Tabor Louisiana mother and college town advocate touts Grape Nuts as a health aid aiding digestion and brain function. She claims breakfast use reduced lifelong stomach troubles and headaches, boosting strength for her sons and others at a district Women’s Relief Corps convention praising the product.
Hudson business men file complaint with circuit commissioners over Missouri Pacific Conway Springs Larned line freight rates. city projects include steel water tower replacement at Industrial school. In Topeka a reception honors Miss Reid and Miss Baldwin of the WC.AW. Senator Burton travels with W W Smith amid rapid transit scramble as trains shift and a wagon chase ends with a catch.
Mrs Jemror een Davis remains in critical condition this morning after a serious illness. Doctors say a crisis has not yet been reached and she may recover if relief comes. Relatives and friends are at her bedside and a telegram summons Mrs A Hayes of Colorado Springs to join her mother. Dr Stockton provided the AP with the official statement that the obstruction of the alimentary canal causes the illness and that no operation is anticipated. Castle Ton is noted as former home of Mitra Pillmore, former US president.
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