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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 31, 1897

Page

6

Social and Personal Topeka Social Event Listings

Topeka and nearby residents welcome guests on New Year’s day activities at 904 Tyler street from 2 to 6 pm. The large guest list includes Mrs J K Hudson and daughter, Mrs G A Klvemar, Mrs Frank Hudson, Mrs A Robin son, Mr Guilford Dudley, Mrs A Morner, Miss Creaby, Miss Kingman, Miss Dudley, Miss Robinson, Miss Wilder, Miss Newmas of Emporia, Mrs Manspeaker, Mrs James Hasdien, Mrs Charles Riou Smith, Mrs Arthur Murphy, and many others from Topeka and surrounding towns including Mexico City and St Joseph as noted in the social column.

Hudson J. K. Hudson Dell Ketzer William C Seth St. Linus Paul Hudson Mexico City Tyler Street G A. Klvemar Frank Hudson Kansek City A A. Robinson Nathan Price T. E Debora K. Lamgehore Guilford Dudley A. Morner Mira Hamemati P Wihkler Bite Theodore A Barold T. Chase War- A Emit Faery Gheey Charles ¥. MeGabe Thedore G_ Weer Chase Thomas Theodore B- Hammatt Frank P. Bison Creaby Kingman Marner Dudley Robinson Greer Mies Wilder Mims Newmas Emporia Mansneskers W. W. Manspeaker James’ B. Hasdien Chariea Riou Smith Arthur Murphy A Marbure Sirs Oh. Guibor Sire A. A. Burd Frask Hobart Crosks George Warkhurk J. Hankin Cutford Plated W. de ‘Trump Norman Wear Norman Wear, Mra GR Brancher W. A. Morton C.K. Hudson Mira A. Zabner Bie Jansen Dirs Stuires P.E. Palmer Jetmore Wear Miss Crone Bliss Garwood Miss Hiesine Mise Virus Mise Myrtle Titus Kenas Cig Miss Bross Auss Perel Mise Pert Mike Pakhurst

Miss Gay's Club Guests at Various Downtown Homes

The E T C Club hosts a roll of Misses including Ana Crane Helen Thomp son Myrtle Davis Ivah Davis Grace Wel en Lillian Whitgicek Mary Moun Isabel Knowles Edam McClintint Gertrude Devereux Susie Gop Florence Rossinetin Florence Hurn Grace Curtis Josephine Shellaberser Wihiford Wagner Grace Peckham from Atchison and other local names. Mrs Stoker and family host others at multiple contemporary social receptions ranging from Mrs K Rodg Ka Sere MW Labaugh to Miss Wilson and Miss Frost with arrangements through Miss Jean Frosts. Guests at Mrs Howe and Mrs Ashton’s homes complete the social spread with scheduled receiving times.

E.T.C. Club MC. A Pecolewtin K. Rodg Ka Sere MW. Labaugh Lew Clintock B. McArthur W. W. Crittenden J. W. Going Emma Evarts B.J. Garireee John Sargent C. A. Wikworth WC. Campbell PL Bonevrake W. WD. Gossett A. H. Horton Alfred Hankin John Inna BR. Gundry Mary Whi Welle Kwarte Lillian Gibbone Lillian Kirkpatrick Mirener Hurlyer Fannie Glakesley Grace Welch Tysor Hertha Worden Nannie Crawford Helen Teerman Mabel Quie- Sey Batos Daley” Starr Ales “Atabet Barnes Warnes Reberen Ares Ets Lilien M. Preenas Mise Lena M. Freemen Milen Mary Pea Mine Selim. Whitmer Edith Olt Bilas Helle Welch

Miss Wheeler and Miss Higgins Host at Mrs Shubert's Home

At 1024 Harrison street Mrs Shubert hosts entertainment for Warren girls from 3 to late afternoon and evening. Guests include Miss Lyle McMahon, Miss Pauline Meyere, Miss Olive Markley, Miss Louise South, Miss Katherine Burich, and many others. Prizes include a cut glass collection and a copy of a Bangs book.

Meeting at Unity Church A Busy Calty Session

A Thursday afternoon meeting at Calty church conducted by the Federated clave drew many club women from across the state. Mrs. J McClintock welcomed attendees as programs covered music papers and talks on manners morals and physical culture in schools with strong notes from Mrs H M F Bear and others.

Unity Church Calty Church Federated Clave J. McClintock Mabel Stra Wear Was Dahlen Jus Mure Fisk Mire Hom Bear Wellington Caprice Tausig Mist Gertrud Tracy Lillian Wolisle Kansas City Afo EU P Witson Lawrence Sopranosoky Samson and Delilah Saint Saens Ais Mabel Huey Sekivel Sir Mes Waterman Stone Lawrence Mites Jean Huy Topeka MSWA Johnston Pesrelons Menor Solo Ehris W. von Dahien Marc Norton Weill Heather Wociety Inp. Wilton

Art in the school room and circulating libraries debated

An interesting paper argues art in classrooms should be valued early and integrated with instruction. It cites vivid student drawings and emphasizes cleanliness, bright rooms, and graded art to aid learning. A second paper on Circulating Libraries notes widespread lack of literature and praises a well managed library for access and education.

Chicago Jean Hay Qalek Bo Lave Mra OW. A. Jottiston

Social Notes From Topeka And Nearby Homes

Local society pages list visits and stays in Topeka Bourbon county Lawrence Manhattan and Hutchinson Miss Alice Alston and Milas Athel Coe travel Lawretter for a few days With Master Areletis Wood Mrs Grice Ilmont returns to Leavenworth after Christmas with parents Mr and Mrs Siment Airs Julia Wiley entertains with dinner in honor of Mr and Mrs Ko AL Wilson of Herrington and their daughter Miss Netto Bri. Mrs M Milian and daughter invite relatives in Douglas Kan Mr Hessin arrives from Manhattan to West the Misses Hankey Kansas City businessman Geo Esterley visits with Dr Ed Esterley at home Miss Mary Moeser leaves for Parsons New Year musical offerings at Miss Prescott’s and violin lessons to start C E Judd returns to Chicago after visit with Dr Herman Judd Miss Lula Case of Lawrence visits Miss Agnes Ginker Mrs Esther Richardson of Hutchinson visits Topeka The New Year ushers in a musical reception list at Lima’s and a number of guests gather at the home of Mrs E M Carpenter Mrs Volk of New York visiting Mrs W H Light Miss Maud Hunter of Wellington visits Mrs W H Light Gertrude Galvin of Leavenworth visiting Copeland parlors host of informal music with Mrs Gaston Reyd Prof Pang from the university attends Also noted are visits by Suny Wil turd of Wichita Frank House of Lawrence the Wyatt sisters and Mrs B F McKercher staying with Mr and Mrs C0 Skinner en route to Mexico A recital series by Miss Prescott and Miss Caroline Baem scheduled at Art Studio Hall and Sherburne-Conive wedding in Taylor County draws attendees.

Diungate Sirs Hungate Bourbon County W. C Campbell Inehie Familly Topeka Alice Alston Milas Athel Coe Lawretter Areletis Wood Mite Grice Ilmont Leavenworth Julia Wiley Etna Moniny Ko AL Wilson Herrington Netto Bri M. Milian Douglas Kun Mins Hessin Manhattan Hankey Geo. Esterley Kansas City Ed Esterley Frank Crane Marraret Garver Willis J. P. Howe Mary Moeser Parsons Bresiote Prescott Léssatis C. E. Judd Chica&ke Herman Judd Lula Case Lawrence Agnes Gran Ker Esther Richardson Hutchin- Ison Mra ET Lima EL EL Wear F. G. Willard Miss Prescott Mike Scott Pearade Prescott Puplia Cos Jacobsohn Ceriif Fan University Suny Wile Turd Wichita Frank House Wyatt B. F. McKercher Acne Skinner Mexicwity Misa Pearlade Progcott Mise Caroline Baem Art Studio Hall West Eighth Street Mary Mosher E. Gaena John Russell Caney Topi

Cadets Plan Testimonial for Miss Crane at Academy

On December 1 the South Carolina academy cadets decided to honor Miss Crane with a handsome silver testimonial sent with a letter of heartfelt regard. The committee assigned to the Crane testimonial will manage the presentation while avoiding reference to the ball incident.

Crane Miss Crane

Wages Advanced for China Workmen in Pennsylvania

In Kittanning Pennsylvania on December 3 workers at the Weeki company won a wage advance of 125 percent, prompting the men to return to work. The victory reflects a successful labor dispute resolution and restores production.

China Kittaning Bern

South Wind Tomorrow Weather Forecast Note

Weather observer T. GB Jemting predicts wind from the northwest with rising warmth by evening. Temperature has fallen today and the barometer remains steady. Olt Zkbers, merchant tailor, 713 Kansas Avenue, is mentioned in the damaged note.

T. GB Jemting Miles Amir Fike Tri Penature Olt Merchant Tailor Kansas

Hanna Takes Command in Ohio Senate Campaign Move

Senator Hanna left Cleveland for Columbus to assume personal charge of his senatorial campaign. He is joined by Sylvester Everett and Judge Frank E. Delienbaugh, with talks held with State Senator Vernon Burke who may oppose Hanna. The Columbus contest is described as intense with party caucuses and shifting allegiances among Cleveland Republicans.

Columbus Cleveland Tee M. A. Hanna Capitol Sylvester Everett Republican County Gurrenities Frank E. Delienbaugh Common Piers Court Messrs Everett Delienbaugh Verson Burke Tee Isinture Hanne Clacinet Times-Star Tepah- Yeah Cane Didaies Noth Houses Hanna Alexander Boxwell Mason and Bramley Boxwell Republican House Caurus Mejor McRisson Business Fur Renaisn Snider, Redkey Grimiuh opPostle

Ely Walker Coming to Topeka as New Dry Goods Firm

Ed Curry announces the Curry building, formerly Wisein Harding stem, has been retold to St. Louis parties for use as a dry goods store. The room was rented by Topeka Cash Dry Goods, later claimed by Ely Walker Dry Goods of St Louis. The mysterious St Louis party is believed to be involved. The Blye company is among the largest firms in St Louis. The move promises a large store space capable of housing a vast stock.

Ed Curry Curry Wisein-Harding Ely Walker Dry Goods Company St. Linusx Topeka Cash Dry Goods Company St. Lows Partict Blyde Company St. Louis Topeka Lares

Berry Breaks a Leg In Wharf Tramp Incident

A special from St. Louis reports the so called Millionaire Tramp, found near the wharf with a broken leg after a fall from a ferry pier. Since arriving yesterday, he has spent money lavishly, and newsmen note his notoriety and flashy habits.

St. Louis Hs Lee Tigwor

Deaths and funerals and local notices fade in town

Mrs Florence Jamison wife of Dr J M Jamison dies of consumption at home 16 First street funeral held this afternoon Bertha Harr wife of Tas Harr dies at Smith Center December 22 aged 51 once Shawnee county register of deeds Tas Harr last in Topeka July Promenade concert and dance at Hamilton hall Monday night Jan 3 presented by Mid-continent tad Scott Scott and the Cremerie 725 Ave Everything a season at the Cremerie SCOTT SCOTY

Florence Jamison J. M. Jamison First Street Bertha L. Harr Tas Harr Smith Center Topeka Enti Shawnee County Hamilton Hell Mid-continent Tad Scott Scott &the Cremerie Ave

Managing Servants Teach Them Self-respect and Keep Your Own

A Philadelphia Ledger inspired guide urges twofold management of servants. Provide one pleasant room and well equipped kitchen with fixed duties and regular hours to foster self-respect in maids. Maintain even temper and firm oversight to preserve the mistress’s self-respect and a stable household routine.

Philadelphia Ledger

The Youngest Guest Pretty Dress for Baby

A delicate hand made French infant dress designed for the youngest child. It features hematite hemming, hemstitching on the shoulder ruffle, ruching at the hands and neck, and a holly red rosette as a standout detail. The design emphasizes fine tucks and minimal trimming.

Baby Das Younges

Frilly Holly Trimmed Baby Robe and Home Remedies

A garlanded baby robe in holly colors is described with a holly bow at the waist and a holy-colored trim. Home beauty tips advise scrubbing the face with a brush and soap for clearer skin, plus gentle steaming and cooling rinses. Food tips show keeping meals hot with steam and simple lemon tapioca dessert instructions.

To Come January 11 Free Silver State Central Meeting

A note dated January 1 from the Free Silver State Central committee in Topeka calls members to attend the January 11 meeting. It states important matters will be presented for discretion and settlement.

State Central Committee Topeka Kian

Lost on the Lake Frankfort Michigan Dec 3

The steamer Stafford is missing after leaving Munising for Milwaukee. Four people are aboard the Stafford, a Walton’s boat, with Gen. Her captain Ht. Dy Rusa. Authorities search the area for clues.

STATE CERTIFICATES ISSUED ACROSS KANSAS

State ware of mancation granted certificates listing recipients in Fairview Leonardville Lawrence Emporia Chay Center Lawrence Kansas City and other places. Names include E Wallacy O H Halstead F C Jaceby JJ Graves Effie Loader Addison Ludtin LC Cuinen A Glenn Jehu Gwinn Lawrence Netite Seamans Chan Walker Jehu A Gwinn and others.

Mancation Todayy E Wallacy of Fairview O. HH. Halstead Leonardville Sears F.C Jaceby JJ. Graves Lawrence Emporia Effie Loader Chay Center Tintiv & Lewis Addison Ludtin Salling LC. Cuinen A. Glenn Jd. Galdweil Lyra Te Th Ellis Buirfimktony AL Uyrett Galdlive I. Rush Kang City Mon Netite Seamans Kansas Shy Chan N. Walker Kansas City Gewls Gontratta Jehu A. Gwinn Anit A.m. Wiker Porunue

Hillhon Case Set For Fifth February Trial

Judge Fuster fixed the Hillhon case schedule for February. The Linn Debruney incident will be heard, with a jury drawn from districts north and west of Topeka.

Fuster Linn Debruney Topeka

Today Market Report from Associated Press

Market summary from December items shows wheat steady with slow gains in early trading, Liverpool strength offset by a quiet opening and December premium over May. Corn and oats fluctuated with higher opens, while provisions, flax, and rye prices noted mixed movement and steady demand. Cattle and hogs reported mixed receipts and firm to rising bids, reflecting general market quietness for the day.

Joseph Leiter Liverpool Mailer Ailey & Grier Northwestern Chicago Carr Deir Gressy I Athedt Cork Sys Gral Mayriba Smeets Parmlagy Mayssieisae Wimothy

Kansas City Livestock Market Report Summary

Partial OCR text describes cattle selling at Kansas City Livestock Market with steers and heifers moving in fair volume. Mentions buyers, buyers list, and market activity but readability is limited. Names and precise figures are unclear due to transcription errors. overall context is a livestock market update.

Market Gossip and Grain Notes From New York and Chicago

Fragmented stock and grain reports from New York and Chicago markets. Prices, storage notes, and broker mentions reflect cautious activity in cotton sugar corn and wheat futures with regional price ranges and notes on availability.

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