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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1903
Page
6
A scene unfolds with Bowser reacting to a Persian ruse as a burglar tries to claim a deed while water pipes, gas meters, and a door guard the home. Bowser suspects a setup, while a bystander named Mr. Royse warns of law and a confrontation looms before a back door.
A meeting at Harrington Gardens London led by Dr Adama of Christchurch Scilly discussed the work of Miss Leighs Parisian Homes. The event was described as unrelated to Simnn Leigh, with details noted about attendees and aims and the group’s safety and work in Paris.
A wide array of reform voices gathered in Pittsburgh for a conclave on modern dance and youth morality. Leaders urged strict etiquette and “proper” movement, condemning what they termed indecent poses and “pro feasts.” Officials warned that unrestrained dancing harms girls and threatened public virtue, while critics claimed prudery stifles expression and progress.
In numerous cities public dancing balls persist year round despite orders. Professors condemn the gatherings as unruly and heedless, with crowds ignoring rules and growing concerns about loose conduct amid fashionable dancing displays.
State's Attorney George E. Clarke accuses South Bend of a spiraling moral crisis with open gambling dens and dissolute activity. He calls on Mayor Edward J. Fogarty to act, citing police laxity, burglaries, and widespread vice as urgent problems needing coordinated action.
A compact survey of canine characters in major English novels. It notes how dogs often drive plots, support heroes, and mirror human traits, citing Scott, medieval crusade tales, and later authors. It highlights specific dogs like Desiré MilmporLare, Rexwak, and Saladin, and reflects on the emotional impact of animal fidelity in narrative arcs.
Fragmentary notice lists assorted times 10 20 A M 5 15 P M 10 00 P M and a series of destination stations including New York and other cities. Provides contact for further passenger information through A W Pocee and a passenger agent.
A brief line advertising Nature's own laxative wafers. Thompson’s Tasuiion Fig Wafers are available at all druggists.
Samuel Parks, walking delegate of the Housesmiths and Bridgemen's unions, is found guilty of assault in a case involving Peter O'Neil of the Plasterers' Union. The DA notes possible penalties and discusses barroom violence versus premeditation, arbitration, and solidarity within labor circles, including plans with the Iron League and potential long strikes.
Advertisement for a Sunday excursion to Wathena Chilauqua by Rock Island system. Train scheduled to depart Island depot Sunday at 7 and return at 9. Agents in Rock Island offices handle bookings and details.
A fragmented OCR listing numerous county fairs and agricultural society notices across Kansas and surrounding states. It names many counties such as Allen, Barton, Great Bend, Hiawatha, Sumner, Cowley, Ottawa, Newton, Osage, Riley, and more with secretary names and event windows from August to October. Details are inconsistent but reflect a compiled schedule of fairs and exhibitions across multiple towns and organizations.
Fragmented classified items show numerous WANTED notices for workers in trades and services, including barber trainees, sewing girls, housework help, a general homeworker, and a stenographer. Also listed are employment offices, bicycle sellers, and a few offers for agents, with addresses in Kansas City and nearby locales.
A garbled advertisement lists opportunities for agents to earn from $25 to $4 daily with promises of easy work and home ownership plans. It claims large commissions, rent-to-own pitches, and fraternal loan groups, with multiple locations and contact lines across Milwaukee, Indianapolis, Dearborn, and other places.
WANTED-SALESMEN. SALESMEN to call on doctors only. Permanent positions with commissions. Address FP Q Box 354 Philadelphia. WANTED-At once experienced traveling salesman for Rates. Address HF care Journal. WANTED-3 experienced salesmen from rectory to merchant permanent territory. Gide Bond required. WANTED-Sale man for full line of beverage and environmental trees: weekly pay, outfit free. Lawrence Nursery Co. Lawrence, Kan. WANTED-MISCELLANEOUS. Sea salt Take Thompeon beaux fig waters for disordered liver. NATIONAL bicycles and Cycle Co. 18 E. RightAcre. WANTED-To rent cottage or house by Aug 1 near Washburn. Family of 4 adults. terms O.E., care Journal.
A flood of ads touts cotton as the best long term investment with high profits and safety, eclipsing bonds and stocks. Numerous notices seek partners, salesmen, and readers for investment schemes, garden magazines, and various business opportunities across cities like Philadelphia, San Francisco, Scranton, St Louis, and Montreat.
For rent houses listing seven rooms at 25 Linenin and 1 Kansan address asking inquiries to W B Kirkpatrick. Another seven room house near Monroe St in need of repair. Also rental notes for a furnished house of four rooms. Lost items mention a $5 bill lost in North Topeka and a jeweled scarft pin with rewards offered. Missing horse at feed store, reward for return to Kansas Ave. Various ads mention bicycles and Panama Canal related headlines.
A scanned Topeka ad lists Chivers cleaning and dyeing and repair services urging readers to send their clothes, bedding, and "duds" to Chivers for clean, fast results. It highlights colorfast dyes and mentions a new Topeka location with storage capacity and experienced dyers, cleaners, and hatters. The piece repeatedly touts low prices and reliable service for garments and household textiles.
Fragmented listing shows for sale items and horse sale notes with garbled text. Includes mentions of sale, national notice, and potential auction or pricing hints. Core readable terms suggest a miscellaneous sale or classified fragment with unspecified items and dates.
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