Topeka Society Notes and Local Gossip Column
Recent social events in Topeka and vicinity fill this column with gatherings at the homes of Mrs Angle and other residents. Guests include Mr and Mrs Williams of Rochester New York and numerous Topeka families. The writeups mix party details with musings on social behavior and witty remarks about men and women.
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Topeka
Topeke
A. A. Robinson
Dr. McGuire
Mise Meta Nevinson
Mosera
Williams
Gentyes
Holman
Campbell
Clauser
White
Angle
Beverly
Erwood
Misees
Laura Beverly
Lutie Johnston
Bertha White
Moersrs
Lament Greg
Wiliams
Florence
Willole Wellcome
Turnipon
Wis
Nortin Smith
St Louis
Stra. T. EL. Klog
South
Kirentwood
Rey
Kirkpatrick
Seabrook Congregational Church
Seabrook
Jtl
J. M. DeCarthy
California
Manitou
Loretta True
Maud Herald
Oskaova
Mea
Rix
Misa Lila
Mot Springs
Arkansas
T. J. Hankis
Western Avenue
W. W. Palmer
Chicago
Jensin O' Donnell
Moberle
Jessie Small
Saturden
W. J. Black
Leavenworth
Black
Nollie Peffer
Colorado
Grace Wels
Aliss Beesig Pouuell
Atchison
Baopgidres
Vinewood
S. Cassy
Helene Veronica
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Leadville
Topeka Youths Moderate Spinning Tales In City Note
A Topeka youth recently received copies of a Colorado periodical after spending vacation there. The item mentions a street sprinkler man, wheel riders, and a dry lane beside car tracks. It notes a playful punishment idea involving white duck trousers and a barber interview with Senator PFer’s family, reflecting local humor and chatter.
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Foels
Neve Brook
Topeka
Colorado
Shae
Mickey Leelusad
Senator Paffer
Admires Ms Cleveland and the President's Nephew
A Topeka report profiles Mr E Hastings nephew of the President, noting his Columbian Building office and a self tied club house tie. He describes Hastings as medium height, well built with an intellectual look, a pointed large goatee, grey tweed suit, and a diamond stud, adding he has been reserved but pleasing. He recalls not meeting the President much in recent years.
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Topeka
T. G
Obaelyes
I. G
Puck
Guy
Beony Swarr
Hastings
Jacesat
United States
E Hastings
Columbian
Mr. Hastings
Hastings family ties and impressions of Cleveland era
The subject discusses personal connections to former New York governor and President Cleveland. Hastings praises Mrs Cleveland's tact and diplomacy, notes the president's respectful titles, and mentions Hastings born in India, arriving in America at fifteen. The Hastings family rooms with Mrs Isbell on Harrison Street with their young son.
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New York
Eather
Marion
Ruth
Hastings
Cleveland
Mr. Hastings
Ceylon
India
America
Mr. Cleveland
The New Burlaps Screen and Modern Home Screenwork
The article explains screens evolved from mere decoration to practical furnishing. Burlap screens with leather bands and brass nails appear, backed by linen and bronze nailheads. Mahogany uprights gain status in American studies, with satin and linen screens praised for mantel or corner display and radiator camouflage.
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America
Louis XIV
New York Times
Peach Cake Recipe Steps for Peach Layered Dessert
Bake a delicate sponge sheet and cool. Cut into eight inch squares and split into pairs with crusts joined. On each slice place sliced peaches and sugar, cover with the companion crust, and refrigerate. Serve cold with whipped cream.
Fashion Notes on Summer Styles and Fabrics
Fashion notes describe parasols in white pink or blue crape with frills matching tulle muslin or Ince dresses. Freschwomen wear hats in contrasting colors to chicify simple outfits. Swell black gowns feature bright silk skirt linings. Organdie swiss and india mull remain popular for young ladies while white silks with color stripes suit middle aged women. Finely corded dimities flatter full figures. Feathers are expected to dominate after summer.
Engineer and Fireman Killed in Train Collision
Lacorma New Hampshire August 8 a cannonball express southbound and a northbound freight collided head on south of Plymouth this morning Engineer Stevens and Fireman Merrill were killed
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Lacorma
N. H
Plymouth
Stevens
Merrill
Excursions Santa Fe Route Offers Low Fares
The Santa Fe route presents low rate excursions with stopover privileges to Boston New York Washington Louisville Denver and Colorado Springs among others. Sea Rowley Bros agents handle all particulars for participants.
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Santa Fe
Boston
New York
Washinton
Louisville
Denver
Colorado Springs
Sea Rowley Broa
Summer Headgear for Dog Day Weather
New hats and bonnets announced for hot days. Fashion items target pets with sun protection and breathable fabrics. Owners invited to shop selections highlighting colorful designs and lightweight materials for comfort during summer outings.
Flowers and Hats Describe Autumn Millinery Trends
New York fashion notes describe white cashmere cloaks, ginghams, and a profusion of roses on hats. The piece highlights ribbons, foliage, and bronzed feathers, with examples from elderly and young ladies, and mentions children's garments and linen trimmings for summer wear.
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