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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1897
Page
3
A Christmas sales pitch touts large, chosen furniture collection with low prices. Highlights include mahogany opera desks, Turkish rugs, side boards, jardiniere stands, hall clocks, Vernis-Martin pieces, music cabinets and leather chairs.
Disjointed OCR fragment references a Sphinx like shape, MU dossier, and Northwestern Dafoe case. Mentions tracks, park, possible dates, and names unclear. Readers see scattered mentions of Kaessca Washington and Cove Boke with uncertain context and settings.
Paris dispatch reports claimants arriving from America to contest the estate of Dr Thomas W. Evans, the American dentist. A will dispute appears tied to real property in Paris, with references to Leage de Delage and property on Rue Robitaille and Avenue Bieter, plus a planned lease valued around 7.4 million pounds.
Washington De C Dee 2 General Wau chief of engineers to report on investigation of works group at Aransas Pass. The undertaking involved 13 feet of water and up to eight feet attained. New Piso 1st Ban. Ave, Cremeria Scott & Scat.
A strong earthquake in southern Kansas rattled South Haven causing nursery and farm damage. The quake moved a farmhouse and foundation, frightened residents, and briefly spooked a night watchman. Chickens reportedly scattered, and special hearings in South Haven noted two asleep residents woke by the tremor.
A reported government move under General Miles aims to manage tensions with the Boomer faction and protect the frontier as Indian agents prepare to intervene. Officials note heightened alert and readiness to deploy protection of lands in the threatened territories.
Fragmented OCR text mentions Bryan at Manhattan and a group associated with Presstear and P. WH. It references a meeting or gathering with committees and district costs, with unclear names and places due to damage.
A young girl is missing in Mankata as authorities pursue leads and widen the search. The investigation involves local police and community tips, with family seeking information about the whereabouts of the missing minor.
A meeting of the Masonic Home group was held yesterday with key figures including Mr Gevres and Bishop Webte attending. Reports show discussions on arrangements and upcoming events, with notes of financial considerations and a projected schedule for later in the month.
Washington December hearing before the Interstate Commerce Commission examined extensions of time for railroads to comply with the car coupler law. Officials led by William Browe argued for gradual equipment timelines, citing fund limits and shop capacity, while representatives urged rapid full compliance. The debate covered penalties, financing, and periods of extension, with tension over government ownership should delays persist.
New York observers report a Rocd transaction where Read acquires a short line of road. The Arctium Topeka and Santa Fe Railway company is involved with a substantial stake and preferred notes. The actions include registrations for Bier Cry purchase and an optioned sidkie operation extending about 15 miles from WE water to mining camps.
Santa Fe land commissioner Mr. Sno EFbrost notes continuing sales of reserved farming land, with most purchases by local parties. Much state land in the western sections has been sold in quarter and half section tracts during the past six months. Wheat and corn receipts this year favor Kansas buyers.
The text hints that A represents AVERS in a peculiar old phrase about blood treatment. It claims the first letter signals a first in origin, record, and family favor, suggesting a longstanding tradition spanning nearly fifty years.
A brief promotional note from De. J C Ayer of Lowell Massachusetts offers a free booklet about cures from his remedy. It claims thousands have been cured and invites sick or weak readers to request the card to learn what neighbors testify the remedy has achieved.
Fire swept the Pomeroy Block and nearby Mitten Opera House in La Crosse causing the worst blaze in years. The white brick structure was gutted leaving only charred walls as crowds watched the flames. No full casualty list is available. several boats and workers were reported injured or stranded.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a local notice or brief item from Cremer-Scott & Scott referencing a case or service dated around 24 kit care. Wording is garbled but suggests a small business or legal notice with unclear details and misread phrases.
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