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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 14, 1904
Page
10
To whom it may concern a notice appears seeking horses to clip at 125 west street in Topeka Kansas. The probate court of the county prepares a hearing set for Thursday May 5 at 1 pm. The document mentions an alley and a square for pelt and other legal actions under probate law.
Roy who operated slot machines faces a six month term in Leavenworth county jail after a court noted his effort to return the 325 taken from him. Joseph Van Horn, described as an honest brick yard worker, argued for a lighter sentence, saying the act was a misjudged attempt to pass the money. His lawyers requested jail instead of penitentiary and highlighted that his parents reside in the nearby town and could visit.
The Topeka Commercial Club discussed cooperation requests from several cities and industries. They referred three asks on national and state legislation to appropriate committees for action and explored broader trade channels with the Orient.
Harry L. Finkey named as opiate receiver of the stock of a valuation supply house with the asset fixed at 40000 by Jo Jack of the United States coast. A hearing set for April 1 at 2 o clock as part of the bankruptcy proceedings following El Zanditon's bankruptcy declaration after a motion by four creditors. Court entry prevents a creditors meeting and stock will be placed for retail sale tomorrow morning.
A health board meeting in Freard discussed imminent release of Ben, a circus employee, amid a reported exposure incident. Proceedings noted the group’s intent to proceed with the order shortly, with details pending probate action and official clarification.
An advertisement from Bonham Texas promises a patent on a “simplsst” brick system that uses sand to create face bricks at brick prices. It claims high returns for investors who send a sand sample and receive bricks made from their own sand.
Multiple short entries list furnished and unfurnished rooms for rent in various locations, including 53 Jackson St, 62 W. 8th St, 329 Harrison St, 24 Quincy St, 212 B. POL, and 70 Ten Gece. Some advertise housekeeping options, modern conveniences, and proximity to downtown or schools. Also mentions a cottage with 5 rooms and a house at 158 northeast corner of Mth Colt St.
Fragmentary classified list notes items for sale and notices. Includes a lost and found reference, a two dollar sofa and laundry items, a restaurant listing, and various incomplete seller notes with scattered proper nouns and addresses. Details are incomplete but indicate miscellaneous sale notices and personal ads.
Classifieds list a square piano in rosewood, farm horses, work horses, a buggy team, a handsome modern coach, harness goods, bricks and stone, furniture and fixtures, and a range of bargain items. Names include T. Trapp and S. Samuelson. locations cited as Jefferson street, Van Buren street, and Oakland area with several addresses and sale dates noted.
Real estate ad lists brick three story buildings on Crane Street and 3 Jabheen Street near Btnat with hotel use and wreck risk. Properties on Quincy Street and Kansas Avenue offer fixed rents, corner lots with barn and outbuildings, advertised by GEO M Noble Real Estate.
The owner of a fine home near Topeka expresses interest in selling two properties before May 1. The firm, SM WOOD CO, lists Kansas Avenue locations and invites inquiries for quality homes in the area.
Fragmentary notice lists items for sale including a chicken house cistern and well and asks inquiries to Spann at 10 Buchanw. Mentions addresses and properties with loose references to rooms hours and fittings. No clear dates or complete names available.
Fragmentary text reports a potential trade opportunity and a property sale in a rural district. It mentions a three-lot room house near Kaness Street and Washburn Way, with unclear figures and names, suggesting a local real estate notice.
Fragmentary note references Auburndale and a list of names and phrases. Details are unclear due to damaged OCR. Reads like a miscellaneous notice or listing with scattered terms including names and possible requests or actions.
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