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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1895
Page
5
Thompson Brothers located at 626 Kansas Avenue and 617-619 Quincy Street appear in this notice. The entry records a business address cluster associated with the Thompson Brothers enterprise.
Local dealer touts bed room suites priced as low as 15 and 18 with features like a French bevel mirror bulte and oval plate. They claim rivals sell inferior elm at 10 to 12, promise genuine values up to 200, and insist real bargains await at their store.
A short note lists Jardinere stands in white and gold colors with oak and Holland Oni Belgian oak materials mentioned.
Center stands for English oak decor offered at limited quantities with four pieces priced at 6.00 each. Remaining items listed include options at 10.00, 12.00 and 16.00, reflecting cost-conscious sale prices.
Parlor suites described as one of a kind with solid mahogany frames and damask upholstery. Items include easy chairs and similar pieces, offered at surprising prices of five, ten, twelve, and fifteen dollars with leather options ranging up to fifty dollars.
Cheap oak book cases are offered at prices from 13 to 80 dollars with several midrange options. The ad urges readers to act now and glance at the inexpensive selections.
Attractive desks abound in this store offering many choices. Prized for beauty and naeful appeal they present a fine gift option with a variety of styles and prices.
For 1.00 we sell 1.50 dining chairs as a special price concession during the Holiday shopping week. The ad promises nothing like it in the city and touts the nicest dining chairs seen in days at prices including 18, 22, 2, and 45 per set of six. It promotes everything nice in furniture at both stores.
These rugs are priced to save money with bold claims. Prices shown include Japanese rugs sized 16x38 and 6x7 feet among others, with discounts stated as ten days only. Sale emphasizes high grade Smyrna carpet rugs and various sizes, urging customers to recall previous prices and compare.
News notes from Topeka recount Thomas M. Potter of Peabody, a potential Republican gubernatorial candidate, with details on his background, likely January Topeka appearance, and rival opposition efforts. It also covers local events, social notices, and community happenings across Topeka and vicinity.
An old newspaper fragment advertises holiday items including toys silverware and jewelry. The readable text hints at a seat ad notice and a vendor or catalog reference, suggesting a Christmas goods sale or promotion. The exact shop name and full details are not legible.
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