Rise of a Circus Opens Topeka Tour Next Week
A Topeka report details WM Sells circus plans for a northern tour starting next week. The article chronicles Sells and Downe partners preparing tents and outfits, detailing show attractions, horse stock, and the wintering arrangements at Vinewood while noting past conflicts between Sells brothers and new cooperation with Lewin and Peter Sells.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Silla
Downa
Tyre
Saxe Poeta
Clare
Billy
Sylin
Drapeton
Xurrin
Jalna
Vful Selle
Willie” Selle
Borubeck
File Tonter
Allen Deli
Caiaos
Fermners
Dacian Bants
Scottie
Rictisie
Deck Nowersault
Chesterfield
Pan Sling
Lewin
Peter
Accur
Loowdl
Peter Sella
Rowen
Bie Wade
Bert
Peter Sele Loulind Upseuiel
Porter
Erat Mint
Peter Belin Torre
Luci
Wille
Salle
Petition And Election Costs Stir City Council Debate
A petition seeking certification for a special election and the associated costs was filed with the city clerk. Election Commissioner Williams estimated a one time cost of 982.50 for each of two precincts, with totals tied to bond propositions. Republicans and locals argue over the petition’s validity and role in future ballots as names of signers and officials appear in the readable fragments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sleckian
Eleetien Comninsioner Wiliams
Jewell
Milionsy
FSM
Macy Repub
Wien
Weniait
Martalemtian ‘Thome
PH. Figather
W. OO
Higby
Abe Bumberg
AO Lang
I Sinan
Troward
Gen. Hanley
Branning
Pupby
Geo
Waenr
White Earth L
Jone
J. Bun
Croft
Tahier
Chaetengeinke
Owen Callahan
Ziinog
A. Wela
Eke
Jobe S Zits
Detrich A . Pouspatt
Jos Vurkin
Willan Care
P. R
Miteheit
Appointment notices shift clerical posts at district hub
Fragmented bulletin from the Banta region announces changes in staffing with Cabion named assistant chief clerk and Treplph as senior clerk at the hospital bureau. Alden and Hen Shaty perhaps reassigned as Krav and Paprika trials loom.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Banta
Harthan
Distress After Eating Dyspepsia Remedy Claims
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Pills as a cure for dyspepsia with symptoms like nausea belching and stomach pain. It features testimonials including a Providence woman claiming long relief after taking Hood's medicine and promises rapid digestive improvement.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hood
Berning
G. Baunere
Providence
Ambiguous Agency Appointment Reported in Shipping Office
A recently created position in the freight department appears tied to a clerical reshuffle. Chief clerk ML Monney names the appointee with W. J. Yoenly assisting, following the abolition of the Santa Fe action and a prior six year gap in the role.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Doe
Department We
Sam Velt
Angal
Aides Ion Pin
Fraenige
Uie
Aoditas
Athos Bet
W. DL
Jeti Santa Fe
Msike Beyines
ML Monney
Usd Tn Sebanved 2
W. J. Yoenly
25 000 People Saw It In Newport News
A lengthy description details a public event attended by Governor With, Governor Mortagor of Virginia, and other dignitaries in Newport News. The narrative references a ship christening or parade, a crowd of about 25 000, and remarks on naval power, with references to the West Virginia and Virginia figures, the Hotel Chamberlain, and the ceremonial setting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Cateinn Opcutt
Newport News Bhipike Company
Chirisienh Paisa
Siise Catharine Vaughn White
Gident Sauister
Ciorerner Alpert
Waite
Wedt Wirginig
Cuesta
Militares
Mortagor
Virginia
Anc Laf
Wittcery
FF Meyers
Virginius
Auatin
Eisms
Aterm
Reteich Boengity
Additing
Fightexn Linch
Wweeivn Sounder
Rsmgatrlic
WANTED 8300 AND GOT 941 in Probe Court Case
The article reports a probate court showdown where an estate sale or related matter drew a legal dispute. Judge Masen and a jury weighed testimonies from Overmyer and Lammer about sums involved, including a claimed 500 dollars. Witnesses described the proceedings and asserted figures tied to the whiskey case amid intense cross examination.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ie Bs
Probiete
Stalin
Overmyer
J.B
Lammer
Bach
Sousa Creates Turmoil In Berlin Debate Riot
Berlin faces uproar as Critica and Sousa clash over forthcoming appearance. Indignant coverage details disruptions at theaters and public demonstrations against government influence and supposed censorship. Strong entities include Berlin and Critica, with references to governance and public order. The report notes emotional protests and accusations of manipulation surrounding the theater scene.
Deaths and Funerals presented in local listing
The notice covers Majer A and others with funeral times and locations. Services are planned at homes and churches, detailing addresses and times for Sunday and subsequent days, including a prospective burial in Tapeh and other regional arrangements.
Will Come High Topeka Made Am to Be Shipped in by Hail
The note reports weather concerns with hail affecting shipment plans and forecasts a potential impact on Topeka made goods moving in. No further details on dates or involved entities are provided.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Peneale
City laborers demand higher pay and union pressure on bids
Laborers press contractors to raise wages to about 1.74 per day with threats to import workers. Monday council meeting expected to feature a record-breaking slate of contracts and high paying prizes as bids approach the 136 limit. Contractors warn brick and pavement costs will rise with new steam-mill requirements and union labor rules. Local firms debate efficiency and wage standards amid evolving project timelines and material costs.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Stebt
Ety
Che
Teaichers Imarth ‘Bineka
John Filichio
Daines Hamsey
James Hanley
Frams Watt
Raninectars Alwayr
Belie
Mobi
Fopelka
Risot
Avanis
Saniagsinat
Tore
Trent Reece
Satan
Willkie Offers Resignation At Treasury Over Irregularities
Washington reports William P. Willkie, acting State treasurer at Chicago, approached the Treasury department about resigning amid allegations of irregularities connected to his office. Officials indicated the inquiry would proceed after Willkie presents his defense in Washington. The department notes the matter is ongoing and no final action has been taken.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
William P. Willkie
Chicago
Treapurs
Bone Tain Agaik
Eg Hien
Willlame
Chaos of a Missing Meeting Report Text
The note sketches a forthcoming committee session about a county fair and rounds. It mentions merchants and a company named Kaceas Exposition seeking a guarantee to raise funds. The fragment outlines roles for members but lacks clear events, dates, or outcomes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Enetan
Omminereind Cligh
Kd Buelnrem
Thowku
Kaceas Exposition Company
Pita
Fragmentary OCR Note From Grugeteea Page
A partial, garbled OCR fragment references local figures and places. It mentions Grugeteea, Wil mecetar pe, and groups like Hiumutreey Med and Cr Coe, with unclear actions or events and no clear outcome or date. The readable terms suggest a brief item but lack verifiable details for a full summary.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Grugeteea
State fair and cash prizes urged to boost state products
A state association seeks 35 080 in cash prizes for mericultural and manufactured goods to stimulate competition. It envisions an agricultural and industrial fair in Shawnee County as part of the effort. The plan aims to promote local produce and products and attract investors and exhibitors.
Lucky Daughter Rosset Sage Paid Doctor With Stock
A Baltimore News item notes a man named Sage paid a physician’s bill by buying stock. The doctor’s visit to New York and Philadelphia sparked repeated stock trades that earned Sage a small fortune and a sharp reputation among brokers and friends. Henrietta’s role remains unclear as the scheme echoed in gossip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sage
Petraesets
Podgestckass
Ruserl
Philadelphia
York
Mn Sage
Jett Diente
Jensen Sour
Oewer
Tri Dad
Patch
New York
Nts
aOtor
UN Jongea Hie Holdings
Lie Droker
Homecoming In Kansas City Features Marriage Backstory
Jeanthan Clty returns to Kansas City with the tale of a marriage to Lt. Col. Hermone Burrington. The event, described amid social chatter, involves a curious life of wealth, a large insurance policy, and a strained reunion at the parents' home. Neighbors note changes in Grace in tard Bertineron as the homecoming unfolds.
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Jeanthan
Cochrane Barrington
Beerington
I.n
Hermnone Burrington
Lothe
Surarmaxe
Maine
Melrose Garis
Toomes
Cochranes
Kanaus Oty
Kan
Met
Bers
Barr
Verwen
Mr. Tiverington
Ainter
St Louis
Ephert
R. Ellntt
Barritngtin
Shane Feren
Smallpox Declines Mark City Health Trend
Since April 196%, To ka records show only 12 smallpox cases this year after 225 in the prior year. Officials credit declining incidence, enforcement of quarantines, and sanitation measures, forecasting further reductions and budget savings for the health department as the epidemic wanes.
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Toka
Severn City
Ats
Health Department
Cit
Prolong Target Practice Delays Navy Squadron Departure
Washington April 18 orders telegraphed to Admiral Higenein to delay the North Atlantic squadron's departure until next week. A separate report mentions Chesapeake inspection between May 24 and 25 under Admiral Dewey, with Admiral Fi to oversee the port. The garbled text suggests a sensational tone and references to various military actions and figures.
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Wshington
North Atlantic
JEON
Navy Department
Higenein
Nancoin
Dewey
Eortral Barker
Church Notes From Topeka Area Churches
A dense church notices column lists services and staff across many congregations. Names include Mere Nimley, Armstrong, Hayes, Bowmen, and Whitehead. It details morning and evening sermons, Sunday schools, youth groups, and special speakers from First Congregational to Third Presbyterian and Grace Cathedral, with times around 1:45, 7:30, and 8 p.m. distributed among Harrison, Topeka streets, and nearby avenues.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
First Congregational Church
Harrison and
Seventh Streets
Francia L. Hayes
Christine
Endeavor
Religious Services and Occult Demonstrations Scheduled
A fragment from a town notice describes Divine service Sunday afternoon with Rev J Everett secretary of the State Temperance union presiding. It also mentions occult demonstrations by Dr Sokreon and a lecture by Etta Seaman Bledsoe at the corner Seventh and Kanes streets. Additional items reference Sunday school, meetings, and a Gay school event with sporadic notes on local venues and times.
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Eerman
J. M Whitehead
Calvary Chapel
Episcopal
Lake Street
Fifth
Sixth
Ean
Sokreon Willevtuse
Tunvell Witl Kive
Spm
Mra
Etta Seaman Bledsoe
Wagner
Po Corner
Kanes
Cnediatly Iy
Rev. J. Everett
the State Temperance Union
New Ship a Hoodoo and the Battle of Fame
A damaged account describes a naval vessel the Hoodoo undergoing modifications at a yard near Bay. It notes gun mount failures and deck repairs after an accident during action with a foe off Porte Fionn. The ship’s crew faced loss and earlier trials, including storms and tailer troubles, and a burial at Chisau for a fallen officer.
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Norfolk
Harn Houde
Ren Sane Bay
Nuwport Ness
Apo
Telty
Dimcaitien
Sapna
Jwas
Chisau
Local recital and chapel event details amid noisy notes
Readable bits note an annual recital at Washhurh's college chapel on Tuesday evening at 8:20 with a Federal Lather meeting to follow tomorrow afternoon. A Torrance will be transacted and a teatable theft is mentioned in fragmentary form, with several garbled phrases about dates and places.
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Lawrence
Garett
Sally
Bares
Zapeles
Prin Wigan
Caximar
Leniiope Sluyer
Lm Ie
Tarade
Sella & Downs
Toprka
Sinter
Moyernbus
Tomsk
Dow
Katiaie
Plano Department
Washhurh
Colle Chapel
Tieicuy Everig
Sloat
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Sells & Downs
WM. Sells
Selly & Downe Circus
Ash
Jane
Dick Alden
Chiet
W. Healy
West Virginia
Newport News
Probate Court
Roepe
Sousa
Berlin
Critica
Ecearehi
Perstanaely
Seth
Berta
Walter Demroeh
Deatus
Majer A
Tasaliy
Fulmore
Ma. Am
Alpert
Shreve
Charles Pudserr
J. Ot
Mere Ters Eoe
Third and
Austria
Trevell
Ayers
Benjomil
Ayer
Sam Paul
Pretoria
Thea
U.S
Kansas
Scipe
Pike
Church Notes
Lowman Chapel
Pleventh
Morelia
M. Bowmen
Parior
Eerview
Wotoun's
Foreign Missionary Society
Juline Smith
Karmen
Walnut Grove
Vipst United Presbyterian Church
Comer
Sud
Fev
Tanveick
Christian Endeavor
Church of the Good Spirit
Spirituelinte Society
Quincy
Third Christian Church
Apie
Lake Streets
Mallory
Santor
Becky Mee
Pherson
Will
Tarak Eaah
P.M. Sabet
Jefferson Street
Lana
Sevemd Church of Christ, Scientist
Ninth Street
Lestimendlal
First Christian Church
Charles A. Finck
C. EB
Society
Tomop
Westminster
College Avenue
Huptoon Street
Tabernacle
Presbytery
Curmbertund Presbyterian Church
West Firth and
First Presbyterian Church
Harrison Street
Capital
J. C. Counterming
Wills G. Banker
Yelth the
Yegular
Babbyth Achdol
Tedden Mission Sabbeth School
East First
Junat
Henior
Ti Tie
Ing of Women’s Mission Church
Grace Cathedrali
Tor
Campona
W. J. Hat
Deynat
W. S. Bergundthal Real State
Lewes, Kens
Colections Taaurence
West 7Th St
Evetrical Sugitestig
Mechanica Deaninig
Phyakes
Alice Drmeantmrueter
Tewansria
Draciica _ Bastaesple
Panuenanip
Ax Monte Wea
Aha
Second United Presbyterian
Quincy Sirerte
Celben
Newt Vance
Anukeas
Pires
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