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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 1902

Page

2

Clyde Watermelon Carnival Brings Big Crowds

Clyde hosts its annual Watermelon Carnival on September 3 and 4 with 10,000 to 15,000 visitors last year. The event showcases Clyde grown melons, flower parades, illuminations, free fruit, and a civic-minded town program led by D. Lake as president. Notables including W J Bailey and W H Craddock expected to speak, while local merchants and a Clyde Carnival association organize entertainment, trains, and contests.

Clyde Rocky Ford Eorge Grege Wirk Crump Chas. H. Angevine Washington Street Artlyas Mierry Concordia Mt. Peles Sid H. Knapp Kansas Han Op W. J. Bailey W. H. Craddock Furion A. Mr. Jackson W. A. Calderhead Charles Curtis Chester T. Long W. A. Harris J. R. Burton People of Clyde Carnival Association D. Lake W. B. Beach EJ. Weise D. H. Atwood Erie Peck Frances B. Hardesty G. H Hudson Wm. Turner Alex, Turner Geo H. Hudson James Moorehouse Herbert Hakes Missouri Pacific St. Louis Kansas City Atchison Union Pacific Chicago

Baileyville Gossip Rambling About Governor Nominee

At his home W. J Bailey discusses politics and personal life amid Balluyville chatter. The Illinois scandal tale lingers, while Bailey recalls land ambitions and a rumored past with a university student who married elsewhere. He jokes about the governor's mansion and his own youthful indiscretions.

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Baileyville bachelor named Bill Bailey praised by reporter

The text praises Bill Bailey as Baileyville’s pride and a strong bachelor. Reporters note he would be a “winner” if he chose marriage and doubt he will wed soon. The piece highlights Baileyville’s praise and speculation about a future governor from Kansas. Anna Nott.

Bailey Baileyville Hailey Kansas Bill Bailey Anna Nott

Church Notes Publicize Sunday Services Across Local Faiths

Church notes list multiple congregations in Quincy area with sermon topics and times. Rev J M Brown preaches at C M 5 church on Sunday 11 am Christian Unity and 8 pm The Cumberers of the Ground. Other churches include United Brethren at Quincy and Twelfth, First Christies on Ka Avenue, First Congregational Seventh and Harrison, First Methodist Episcopal with Rev J Seaman, Second United Presbyterian, Walnut Grove M E, and more, detailing Sunday school times, vesper services, and special events across Aug and Aug 3.

C. M Vana Buren J. M. Brown United Brethren Church Quincy Twelfth Streets Samuel C. Coblenta B Panaton Wichita C. Uy Christies Church Ka Avenue Sixth and Seven Streets C. A Finch Bible Schoo F. W. Emerson Juniora Jy. i Endeavor Societies St John AM. EB Seventh and Topeka Avenue AM. Ward Christ Mamie Johnson First Congregational Church Seventh Harrison Streets Francia L. Hayes H. E. .Thayer Union First Congregational F. J. Seaman Dr. Cranwell First Second United Presbyterian Church Filmore Huntoon Streets Walnut Grove M. E Eighteenth and Harrison Homer Tey J. A. Stavely Ang

Pythians Troubled by Rail Rate Obstacle to Conclave

Topeka Elks lodge weighs building a $20,000 club house with $100 shares and elegant rooms in the Masonic building. If plans fall through this fall, the lodge will cope with temporary arrangements. Pythians face travel rate limits that block a major excursion, keeping some members home. Odd Fellows staff will not attend Des Moines if the team lacks state-ready drill. Meanwhile fairs and exhibits across counties plan displays in San Francisco with detailed recreations of local scenery and industry.

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Fragmentary travel quote from Chicago Tribune sparks insomnia remark

A Chicago Tribune excerpt quotes a traveler and medical man praising his visits to multiple mints. He notes officials in those countries are bonded for honesty and to cover theft by visitors, suggesting widespread fatigue among officials and a fear of death without cause.

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