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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1897
Page
5
A wartime era style notice lists items like fancy white pears and fresh produce at reduced prices. It mentions sale dates, spaced prices, and limited stock. The fragmentary text also references celery, lard, beans, and assorted groceries with a focus on value and weekly specials.
Fragmentary OCR lists several individuals and names tied to an event or notice. Mentions include Joe Morgan Adrian Sherman and Cari Nels with others, but context is unclear. The readable pieces suggest a group or roster item rather than a clear story or notice.
A fragmented local drama item outlines upcoming stage productions and cast members. It mentions performances referencing "The Gridal borus" and "Geund Height WLoge" with actors such as Paul Tocrinea and Mary Mato, highlighting a busy theater week and community entertainment.
The Capitol council 3m Knights and Lisles of Security planned November motions for an important initiation event. Members secured include Mr and Mrs John Nelson, Dr Edgar L. San, and many others as the group prepared for a large initiation crowd, noting the body’s five year history, Reserve Fund plan, and current benefits such as death claims totaling $400,000 with 20,000 members.
Chicago River bridge swings between masts to permit passing traffic after steamer Leconie jammed the draw. The bridge tender drove the span and a reshaped clearance allowed limited movement for hours. Also notes death of Col W D Cupples and a Warsaw wreck with multiple fatalities.
Henry was found unresponsive on a bench at the car house waiting area and died within minutes. Conductor for the Topeka Railway Company, he had been chatting with coworkers when sudden illness struck. The accident occurred on a wet morning as repair work paused. Dr Lindsey and ambulances arrived, confirming heart disease as the cause. Heiry leaves a wife and two children, with friends noting his long service and trusted status.
Government and state health boards condemn alum in baking powders as unhealthy. The list of brands in stores includes Catumer, Climax, Mokeska, Hotel, Tasser's One Spoon, Manhattan, Grant's Bon Bon, Leral, Cameo, Chicago Feast. All powders under 25 cents per two pounds likely contain alum. Dr. Wiles, government chemist, rejected alum powders at the Worlds Fair tests for safety. Dr. Price's Cream Baking Powder earns praise for purity and leavening quality.
Detroit readers learn that the Detroit Chamber of Commerce building, a 13 story structure valued around 500000, faces sale today under mortgage distress. New York Life Insurance holds the first mortgage of 2420.0 plus interest, with extensions granted but debt totaling about 525000 looming.
Forty girls and boys at Lockhaven School Boa suffered illness after consuming head cheese. An analysis found poison present. the exact nature remains in doubt. Doctors treat several students while others require ongoing care. Geo W Stansfield and Miller's Pharmacy are cited in notices. The Cremerie references appear in scattered lines.
Jona Sadton opens yesterday in Atchhon while Ames Becher become parents. pavement repairs on SMehth street near Quines and traffic shifts reported. The Cook-Kepley contest starts next Tuesday as the United States court adjourns for a local audit. Kansas City and Topeka officials note Indian Day events, arrests of drunken Indians, and upcoming court cases. Topeka football score noted, Hawley Wes takes stenography post, and Salvation Army prepares a November entertainment. Nearby incidents include a Cologne car break and a shop accident at Santa Fe, with multiple civic appointments and roadwork updates throughout the region.
Justice McClintock, current holder of the office, will pursue fraud charges against the elected candidate if the case goes to trial before him. The report references a court process and names involved parties as part of ongoing proceedings.
A letter from Roserilie Kansas November 30 1897 to Governor Leedy expresses mock courtesy and humorous criticisms. The writer mentions roasting and prepared foods with playful mythic references and ends with a sign off from Epicure scornie cab e.
State Mine Inspector McGrath reported to the governor on surveys of coal near Leavenworth. He contends Leavenworth Mining Co has removed substantial state coal under a special grant dating to 1851 and will seek compensation to reimburse the state. Final figures will set the exact loss and potential payment, with a formal request to remunerate the state.
McWall will not allow evasion of the new insurance law. Webb McNall has partly disrupted the Clirkaen rate bureau. Speal insurance men in Aichicon form a local board with J. HH Spaldine leading. The state seeks to break the combination and compel insurers to conduct business legally. The issue has been officially conveyed to McNall and referred to the attorney general for investigation.
A coast ing party of youths aged 11 to 14 collided with a farmer's team at a hill street crossroad in Atlantic Ta. One boy, Earl Porrr, died from his injuries and others were badly hurt. A merchant tailor, Olst Exbert, is listed among locals. The report notes a collision, a ditch, and a broken leg.
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