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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 10, 1896

Page

8

North Pole Trek Aims To Penetrate Arctic Wall

Early in the year a remarkable expedition plans to push through the ice barrier toward the Pole. The project centers on a wheeled craft powered by a steam engine and a unique lifting system to hoist over ice. If successful, the vessel would serve as both a probe and a propulsion test for navigating treacherous polar waters and gathering data on ice conditions.

New York Br Weil Pixar Peter Free Park Lee

Colored Baptist War in Missouri Sparks Denunciations

A garbled misreadable report describes a clash within the Colored Baptist community in Missouri over a bishop’s attire and factional divisions. It notes bitter debate, church governance disputes, and threats amid calls for unity and ecclesiastical reform.

Eddie Foy Tonight and Victorian Era Variety in City Shows

Local listings announce Eddie Foy tonight at the Grant Eddly Pig and a gala bill featuring Mell Gwynne and the Adsierioun trovesweary pany at the Geni era theater. Other acts include John Gil oe and Grand, plus Hew charter at 1 tasnne Che ply ty fisturiens Bolen. Also noted are the marriage of Murat Halstead and a Washington, D. C. event on December 1, with attendees from New York worship and Presbyterian church ceremonies reported.

Rhea Mell Gwynne John Giloe Travetian Searta

Buffalo Bill and Annie Oakley Star in Topeka Tour

The Buffalo Bill show headlines Annie Oakley and her strong Arab in Topeka Kansas as the troupe tours this fall. The piece notes Oakley’s prowess as a crack shot, her rumored personal life, and a report on her health and public infatuation while the company performs in St. Louis.

Annie Oakley Topeka Kans Bertie Joe New Wars Hera Assed Hareey Aliss Oakley Urea Oakley Rae Hera St. Loin WBC Taenibera Shen

Taxing Bicycles Sparks City Debate on Fees

A garbled report from the sixth ward outlines a proposed annual vehicle tax affecting bicycles and other wheeled conveyances. The measure seeks revenue for city needs, with a toll schedule tied to wheel type and ownership, while a committee considers temporary bids and broader vehicle taxation. The ordinance appears to tie fees to tires, wheels, and wheeled transport, including cars and trucks, amid a list of districts and officials.

Dee de Bloom Alertian Martin Mike An Ivery Shemmlites Sun Martin

Bitlinger Stock Sold at Galt Receiver Sale

The Bitlinger stock changes hands under receiver J. Mr. Dinehrkke note. Adolph Billingsr of Kanaye City leads the bid at 24,200 dollars. Barry Payne Whitney gains control of the property as stock is distributed among creditors. Whitney plans to file details with Vanderbilt and city officials this afternoon.

Bitlinger S Hellingtr Galt Bo Ceupersie Arere Barry Payne Whitney Newtert Hiptier Bastin Wittues Cantellsis Vanderbilt Whitney Hin Wits

Leedy Hires Photographer Amid Election Correspondence

Governor Leedy orders a press photo task to manage morning correspondence and address election related letters. A note from the governor outlines the effort and the response remaining underway.

Leedy Mie

Christmas Sale Advertising Watches and More

An advertisement with garbled items lists watches clocks jewelry china cups and dishware at very low prices. It promotes “Boometry Bune- 3et Cordial” as a cure and urges shoppers to visit stores on Fifth Street for winter bargains and discounted home goods.

Vanien Dhe Pheos Gia Toole Dale

Topeka Creamery Plan Meets Grocery Union Standstill

Kansas Creamery company proposed a 200 000 pound butter shipment to Topeka with a price over the Elgin market by one cent. Retail grocers balk at a contract, urging a single price to protect consumers while debating a new industry start. Local merchants insist on a fair margin and warn any deal could shift trade to outside markets.

Topeka Kansas Creamery Company Krocers Eyrney and Missley Curley Sian Miesnwitles Weinepavie Papssuia Erocere Mast Ste Nieaiey ERO Clatie Eriers Wwe Seaka Topeka Prearmers Ybree Etvive Creaniers Company Souke Mr. Weber Aiky Honley Miseley Niesley Hariey Nidsley Wetter Ferrer Galveston Tex Howerer Forney Renticmet Grewn Dasshes Ir. Weber Nea MD Hove Cilveston Niswley Elgin Mme. Nissiey Bir Tupekh Grovers' Association Weuter Keeston

Christmas Stock Sale Promises Big Discounts Westwide

The store announces a Christmas sale promising to stretch a dollar into two with a million dollar stock. It highlights a large range of prices and the biggest assortment ever shown in the west, inviting shoppers within 200 miles to visit and save on holiday merchandise.

Furniture sale listing with varied prices and items

An assorted furniture advertisement lists book cases parlor cabinets leather covered Turkish rockers priced at 45 and 60 dollars chairs 37 to 50 dollars fine embossed leather rockers 24 dollars rockers 20 couches upholstered in Art Plush 20 and Dagestan Velour couches notRead SFR GOS Eisney ex Bedford Cord 265 for corduroy 20 25 for corduroy 25 dollars assorted lot of corduroy belts 25 cents worth 50 cents on sale tomorrow.

SFR Gos Eisney Ex Forda Ceterde

Creamery plans spark farmer support in Topeka talk

In Topeka discussions Nissley and partners push for a regional creamery to source cream locally. Farmers show broad approval as grocers weigh Elgin market prices and the potential for a nearby creamery to compete without large advances. The Commercial Club committee will study the association's stance on backing the creamer project.

Santa Fe Excursion Fare to Western States Adverts

An advertisement promotes a Santa Fe route excursion home road fare of 3 plus 42.00 to points in Kansas Arizona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma and Texas valid fifteen days. Contact Fifth Street office and agent Garvey for details and nearby services.

Santa Fe Arkansans Arizona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico Oklahoma Texas Cromwell & Jet North Topeka

Holiday Vis the Missouri Pacifie Railway

Reported travel advisory outlines a journey of about 300 miles with dates and stations listed. Mentions names such as Tibet Axell and Topeks, plus references to illnesses and home remedies. Describes promotions and a sequence of locations, with scattered misprints and unclear details.

Missouri Pacifie Railway Tiaie Beth Seth Sat Tibet Axell Topeks Kain

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