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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1894

Page

3

Boston Shoe Co. to clear vast stock at huge sale

Boston Shoe Co at 511 Kansas Ave fires a one week shoe sale with a vast stock of ladies mens and children footwear. Prices quoted include ladies boots and slippers from 1.45 to 2.45, men s calf shoes 1.45, children s shoes from 25 cents to 50 cents, plus a carload from Reynolds brothers offering further discounts. High volume selection and deep discounts urged.

Bion Reynolds Jay Reynilis LM. Reynolds Childres

Tariff Bill Sent to Agencies and Law Confirmation

The new tariff act moved from the White House to the State Department for scanning before final printing by the Government Printing Office. It becomes law without presidential approval after its failure to return to Congress, while treasury and internal revenue officers prepare to implement the changes.

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News of Kansas and Aug miscellany items

Aug. 24 to Aug. 28 notices from Estortes Leavenworth and surrounding towns report two reform solicitors evading arrest after hiring a livery team, an Osage City stop for speeches on issues of the day, town policing by Major Paul, and a note about a debt for fare. Also covered are a burned barn case, a bank of political literature, a Kansas industrial school plan, an ex convict’s revenge, a woman’s death inquiry, boxing news in Wichita, a pastor’s resignation, library moving, a runaway injury, a fatality, an assault arrest, hop tea arrests, a jail break, and an ingalls heirloom.

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Strike losses debated by national commission

The national commission questioned railroad losses from the Pullman strike. Chauncey Kelsey testified a total loss of 2356 60 for the Chicago and Alton. Wm. McFadden put Lake Shore and Michigan Southern car logs at 5104. Chicago and Eastern Illinois and Chicago Burlington and Quincy reported damages. Webb testified about rent payments. Wickes discussed costs of under contract cars and reduced profits, noting effects on stockholders and wages. Customs and other notes follow.

Curiaco Ass Commission Chauncey Kelsey Chicago & Alton Wm. McFadden Lake Shore & Michigan Chicago, Burlington & Quincy Charles E Webb Pullan Jeunie Curtis Wicks Wright Wickes Bed Rock Wickes Sand Pallian Company

Stealthy Arabs Troops Repelled After Sortie

A military clash reports stealthy Arab units launching a sortie but being overwhelmed by Taurees. The engagement occurred in a contested area with both sides sustaining casualties. Commanders reassessed tactics amid the brief skirmish and ongoing operations.

French Garrison at Timbuctoo Harried by Tauregs

Paris reports a disastrous night attack near Timbuctoo where Tauregs surprised the French camp, killing most of a patrol and overrunning defenses. Captain Philippe and a small force held the town with Joffre’s column marching in to reinforce, as Arabs and Tauregs pressed the siege.

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Relic of Custer's Fight Found Ring Mystery

A Nebraskan, A J Williams of Percival, claims to have found a ring tied to the Civil War era with band names and naval markings visible under magnification. He seeks recognition of the owner and asks for help locating anyone who can identify the ring.

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Edison Ore Refining Plan Draws Fame and Skepticism

The article reviews Thomas Edison’s new ore refining method and the high costs sunk by backers, noting dramatic changes in Ogden with magnets, rubber belts, and heavy rollers. It also mentions a Santa Fe royal train excursion to a national encampment and promotes Winston’s Soothing Syrup for teething.

Wizard Edison Menlo Lewellyn Parks Edison Ogden New Jersey Solwer

Loved Louie Fuller and Mrs Hayes Win Pardon

New York reports Governor Flower commuted Colonel William B. Hayes forgery sentence from eight years to eighteen months. Hayes, weakened by paresis, is with his wife in the city. Mrs Hayes sent thanks and a note about Miss Fuller, and Miss Keating of Detroit claimed Hayes betrayed her. The wife adopted the child and kept Miss Keating as a mistress, while Mrs Hayes’ support helped secure the release from Sing Sing.

New York

Rock Island Route announces route to Pittsburg via Erie

Official G A Lins not yet declared the Rock Island the official route. A grand train leaves Topeka at 4 50 pm Saturday September Sth for Pittsburg via Chicago and the Erie. A private car will be attached for the Wo man's Relief Corps president with favorable conditions on other lines. Round trip fares cited at 17 05 to Colorado Springs and to the National Delegation congress.

G. A. BR Lins Pittsburg Campbell Rock Island Topeka Pittsberg Chicago Erie Woman’s Relief Corps Stock Island Keeley Wye Colorado Springs Democratic Lea National Congress

Pittsburg 29th Ansual Encampment Travel Tickets Sale

Pittsburg hosts the National Encampment of the G A R from September 8 to 15 and the Naval Veterans Association meeting from September 5. B&O R Co sells excursion tickets from Chicago at 10 4 dollars round trip with return by Sept 25. Tickets available at Western and Northwestern offices. Ask for tickets via Historic B and O. Asa Allen G P A B and O Grand Central Station Chicago. Also ad for Hall's Hair Renew er and ALraes McManus Tailors 610 Kaness Ave noting sales and prices.

G. A. BR Pittsburg Naval Veterans Association Chicago Northwest Allen Asa Grand Central Station Hall

Market Report Summary From August Wheat and Cattle Prices

Reading a bustling market page with mixed commodity data, the report shows wheat futures dipping as receipts rise, corn and oats easing, and pork and lard offerings nudging higher. Cattle and sheep receipts, market tone shifting between steady and strong, with various regional price ranges and shipments noted.

State Journal Northwestern Timothy Seeo

Fragmentary note hints at board work assignment

Incomplete OCR fragment mentions a board task and an address clue. No clear person, organization, place, or date is readable. Summary captures only the minimal, non-specific actions implied by the unreadable text.

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