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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1896
Page
5
An old time market spot promotes groceries and staples. It touts 2 percent cream cheese baking powder sugar flour and various canned goods. It also lists meats oysters and lard with prices and promises new stock around September 1.
City committees debate funding for a large fall event with Governor Morrill’s authority requested to secure passage. A Yale bill and a parade by 3 young ladies from Topeka are discussed, promising a new city spectacle and a women’s display in the street.
At the Fifteen Committees meeting Edwarde reported Sante Fe and Rock Island agreed to haul three carloads for decorations from Colorado or elsewhere to Joatum. A letter from general attorney stressed railway cooperation, noting delays and urging quicker movement to supply decor for the event. Eighty young ladies from Clyde will present a novel exhibition, with plans to promote a bright pageant and festive displays across towns along the lines.
The Arion society pledged 25 dollars and offered services to the Fall Festival. In a letter signed by Edward Bovhner president and Soleckh secretary, the group said it would support the parade and aid warrier efforts, hoping Topeka and Kansas visitors see they are not dead but only slept.
A brief carnival committee session at Noble and Merriam's office organized volunteers for Festival week. W A Smith named chairman Major Shreve secretary. Mr Haskell Hex to join weekend plans. The Committee of Fifteen discussed floats eight volunteers so far and urged urgent signups.
Floral day committee of the Fall Festival awards prizes to decorate vehicles. First prize fifty dollars for a single driven by a lady, second fifteen for a decorated double rig, third five for a pony vehicle under fifteen, fourth and fifth prizes for an equestrian and boat vehicle respectively. Judges to be out of town to ensure impartiality, contestants numbered for voting integrity.
At the general tower committee meeting in the courthouse yesterday, 16 000 paper flowers had been made but only a fraction of paper distributed. Aileen Wilton and Prof Wereall discussed parade floats, while plans for living nativity actresses and a large wagon were debated. The treasurer reported 75.71 dollars remaining from 123.18 raised, with 47 spent from a 150 allocation. A substitute chair for the Ways and Means committee was elected as J W F Hughes resigned. A large turnout is expected at next Thursday’s financial-focused meeting.
The Committee of Fifteen discussed repairing the fair grounds last night. Mayor Fellows will oversee the work with the city and committee handling tasks while the county stays out. Repairs may cost several hundred dollars. fences are down and stables will be turned into sleeping quarters with hospital headquarters in a tent and extensive sanitary preparations planned to avoid visitor complaints.
The Committee of Fifteen settled water needs for the Reunion at a taxed night session. The city will place piping at the fairgrounds soon to ensure adequate supply. Mayor Fellows noted the water state would provide free water, with conditions. The recent meeting urged proper installation while reporting good condition of the water system.
G L Evans offered to complete the work for 175 dollars while W Mr Billings proposed the lowest at red to do it for S. The contract closure with Mr Billings was referred to Mr Doran and Mr Fellows and work will begin immediately.
An appropriation was allowed for a watchman to patrol the straw and wood and dragon at the fair grounds during September.
Report to the Committee of Fifteen on the band situation notes that few bands have entered the 2600 Contest. J. B. Marshall says many will perform at the event, but overall participation remains limited despite letters sent nationwide. He warns that if enrollments don’t increase, the contest may be abandoned.
Topeka notices list speeches by Harvey Hazen and Radford at Berryton and Sixth and Kansas avenues, a Morrill talk planned for Clay Center, a bishopric club formation, and a Glee club trip to Watson. Local society and business chatter includes a Cripple Creek mine investment, a free silver rally, band concert tickets, and a park event honoring veterans.
A sub committee under the Fifteen committee was instructed last night to secure headquarters hall for visiting Gremet entering the tournament. Chief Wilmarth expects a large turnout with about 45 men from Minneapolis and 15 from Junction City St Marys and Belott, plus numerous departments, bringing upwards of 180 men. The event title The Big Dragon Booming is noted.
Progress notes report Prof Worrall’s dragon nearly finished with wood and iron frame done and painting nearly complete. Allocation of 450 dollars approved. Beloit decorations offered for sale by G A R at 300 dollars value with no price asked. Committee of Fifteen considers purchasing if cheap. parades proposed around the state house to draw 20 000 visitors. financial exhibit shows 32089 collected with 90519 remaining after prior payments. Wood and straw contracts for the Reunion awarded to Tecumseh contractor for 25 tons straw at 8 78 per ton and 50 cords of hard wood at 3 3 per cord. Night watchman position discussed.
Fragmented report notes suffrage advocates announce a moat themed float for the Pall Festival Floral parade and mentions a West Sixth Street streetcar incident delaying the crowd by about fifteen minutes. It also references political figures and local civic notes amid varied 19th century Topeka events.
Florida West will star as the Bowery Girl in Harry Williams melodrama of New York at the Grand Opera House Saturday evening with an excellent company and a new scenic outfit.
Reports from Alaska describe promising hydrocarbon finds that could rival Pennsylvania. An ex-member notes extensive oil indications and potential for substantial production, with estimates suggesting hundreds of barrels daily. Sample analysis hints at valuable hydrocarbons, while temperature and storage concerns temper early enthusiasm.
The Topeka club issued mourning resolutions honoring deceased member F. P. H. Me Ribben. They praised his integrity, upright conduct, and friendship, offering sympathy to his wife and family. Similar condolences were extended by Topeka Cornel 3p bitin, Arcanum, and the charter council will remain draged for thirty days.
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