Topeka Society Notes From Recent Social Events
In Topeka and vicinity society items, a Just for Sun club party at Hodwima’s hall drew a large crowd described as the most demonstrable party of the year. Attendees included numerous local men and women with brief mentions of names, dances, and entertaining gatherings. Edith Brewer hosted a formal evening with guests from Chicago and Kansas City, while others enjoyed high five games, dancing, and small receptions at homes in town.
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Just For Sun Club
Hodwima's Hall
Strx
el. A. Dunn
And
Aire
George W. Crane
Mex
Cristy
R. W. T Crosby
PC. Chamibertals
Sin and Sire
W. 1L Davis
WT. Bekert
Mra
Eagle
Mes
Gun- Ory
Mire
Hackla
A. A. Hurt
Ira Hote
T. Ball
Frank Hobart
JW. F. Hughes
Stra
Herbert StaeXpey
al Fred
New Sori
Attedalla
A. Marburg
Rand Mire
Gillian Whitelock
Edna Crane
Tuewid Lam
Me J. Morgat
Prank Davis
Dean Low
Shakespeare club holds reading at Parkhurer home
A Shakespeare club meeting at Parkhurer’s home was led by Prof. Black who read Othello to members. The Christian Endeavor hosted a social at First Congregational Church with entertainment that evening.
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Shakespeare Club
Mru FH
Parkhurer
Prof
Black
Christian Endeavor
Od Malls
Mvelil Az
Wirst Congregational Church
Drew
Wellman
Akeracen
Ich
Byingtyn
Leavenworth
M. B. Holties
Moneay
Cincinnati
Tanai
Mise Hiizeverh Crane
Fort Reott
Gccidental Whist Club
H. S. Wilder
Benton
Helen Walker
Hot Springs
Ark
Hayden
Husson
Mike Annis Nellis
Helen Walde
Mex T. W. Scudder
Hual Misa Blowers
Mise
Anna Crane
Lucius
Margaret Quinton
Denmark
A. J. Quinton
E. B. Quinton
W. H. McVey
Hanban Chey
DD. Whie
Arthur Murphy
Grace Davis
Fort Smith
H. W. Nelawanger
Ara
Alf
Bauer
Fort Madison
Mra W. EL Mover
DJ. Mathoway
Aiis, Ingersoll
Boulder
David ‘Tombtyn
the Court Whist Club
Franc Litcefield
J. M. Padgett
M.D. Webster
Kansas City
George Kelly
Large turnout at Tapeke festival chorus rehearsal in Ottawa
A large crowd filled Harmonic hall to rehearse the festival chorus in Tapeke and discuss the Ottawa performance of the oratorio Creation. About 325 voices attended, far above the planned 200, with chairs borrowed from Elk’s rooms and more seats to be arranged if needed next Monday. Also included are notes about Chamberlain's Cough Syrup praised for relief of croup and colds in children, and a Spanish language ad reference.
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Tapeke
Thei Chorus
Ottawa
Harmonic Hall
Mamonk
Chamberlain
Kennedy
Wolff
Fernandine
Mla
Vienna
Bulgaria
France
Germany
England
Ansious
Foster humane officer arrests horse overchecker
Captain Dan Wyatt of the Foster Humane Society arrested James Taylor after measuring a horse’s check rein and finding an eight inch overcheck. Taylor, driver of a colored train named Jamen Tayloe, was booked on cruelty to animals and violation of the city humane ordinance. The case awaits trial before Police Judge Afenion. Wyatt ongoingly warns owners to remove overchecks and keep horses properly fed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Foster Humane Society
James Taylor
Dan Wyatt
Foster Hurmane Society
Foster Humane Bactery
Wyatt
Old Court House
Mibi
Hiordan
Jamen ‘Tayloe
Taylor Anderarest
Judes Afeniaon
North Topeka column notes local events and visits
In North Topeka items the column mentions waters on Kimball Deigting street, Frank Berry and son Ray mond ill in town, Mrs. L. A. Ryder visiting Atchis, HB Kimball moved from North Topeka News to the Chicago Times Herald, and Georgy Mayer’s bread and bakery goods praised for price and quality. Socials include the Kansas Avenue Mt. BH Church fundraiser, and Evangeliot D. D. Boyle drawing crowds at North Christian church with a talk on a crouching master at your door. The W. T. K. club held a meeting with reports on current events and education, with future plans.
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Kimball Deigting. Co
Hansas Avenue
W Eden
Kansas City
Frank Berry
Hitl
Raymond
L. A. Ryder
Atchis
HB. R. Kimball
North
Kansas Avenue Mt. BH
Dre. B. Lyon
B. Melmyre
Rochester
Evangeliot
D. D. Boyle
North Christian Church
Corner Grand
Central Aveni
Yorr
W. T. Ik. Club
Huturick
Bionray Etteet
Dee
A .V. Hhysen
Charles Tukens
Alor
Jonas Lukens
Will Forbes
Lux Kens
Lady Henry Somerset Rallies After Operation
Lonion February 2 The Times reports Lady Henry Somerset underwent an operation after a recent carriage accident. Doctors say her condition is favorable but require prolonged rest. Separate quips from the New York Press and Philadelphia Dispatch appear as light wit in the column.
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Lady Henry Somerset
Lonion
the Times
Carrtke
Fragmented Humor Snippets From Old Newspapers
A collage of comic lines and quips from various papers including the Detroit News and New York Sunday Journal. Bits touch on wordplay about punctuation, a safari and “Time’s Headquarters” line, plus witty exchanges about anger, money lending, and idle talk.
Yvette Guilbert Tours America and Speaks On Arts
The celebrated French artist Yvette Guilbert on her dramatic tour of leading American cities discusses language, critics, and the artist’s mission. She clarifies views on acting, prefaces, and her stance toward fellow performers, then outlines plans for further American travel and public reception.
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America
England
Henry Irving
Teddy Marke
Paris
Bry
Fanny Davenport
Milo
Davenport
M. Moody
New York
Myself
Judie
Chevalier
John Hare
May Irwin
Sarah Bernhardt
Salvini
Judie, Chevalier & Co
Sarah's
Yvette Guilbert
France
Dudie
Eilen Terry
Ada Rehan
Renier
Teddy Roosevelt
Sresat
New Dress Designs for Spring Fabrics and Gowns
New York fashion pages guide spring garments from light wools to silk and velvet jackets. Home dresses favor neat, tasteful lines with wide belts and simple trims, while outdoor outfits feature burlap wool, chestnut velvet bands, fur trims, and decorative plastrons.
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New York
A Family Affair at the Shanty Wedding
A New York Sunday Journal report describes a chaotic scene at a mountain shanty where an old man contemplates remarriage after his wife’s death. A scene of jealousy and scraps erupts as a middle aged widow clashes, a one eyed woman exits, and the family prepares for supper amid a tense, uneasy pursuit of happiness.
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Lise
Ewaz
Jackson
New York Sunday Journal
Why Didn't Johnny Shovel the Walk in Snow
Fragmentary OCR from Detroit News and Washington Star items note a neighborly dispute over a boy named Johnny and his chores. The text references snow, shoes, and mushrooms in a disjointed, period-voice exchange.
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Johnny
Mr. Simpkins
Tn Williams
Detroit News
Epitaph and Johnny's Last Question
A humorous Chicago Post anecdote on epitaphs and typograph mishaps. A man comments that a corrupted line on a tombstone would reveal the deceased’s death, while another piece riffs on a boy's final question to his father about multiple legs and a drum corps for marching.
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Typograph Real Union
Chicago Post
Johnny
Father
Adams Freeman
An Todignant Protest and Invitation Message
A Chicago Tribune item notes a letter inviting a wedding envelope marked KS. V PB at bottom. Mr Gaswell explains those initials are the man who pointed the invitations, suggesting a wary, humorous local exchange about letters and gallantry.
The Great Age of Peculiar Headlines
A collage of mock sensational lines quotes from New York Press Cleveland Plain Dealer and Chicago Record. It mocks outrageous phrasing and wordplay from 19th century newspaper humor, mentioning elopement temptations and astonished reactions. It captures a playful tone and era-specific style.
Modest Judge Delivers On Thin Evidence In Court
A cryptic court scene unfolds as a judge wearing the black cap admonishes the prisoner. The dialogue hints at a stern ruling while a flamboyant crowd mulls a potential harsher verdict and a judge’s second opinion.
Chicago Grain and Livestock Market Summary
Chicago reports a quiet open with wheat advancing modestly on Liverpool demand and May contracts. corn dull then firmer on receipts and demand. provisions and hogs show mixed moves with firm cattle and higher hog prices. Minneapolis and Duluth notes cite export interest and regional price stability amid cold crop conditions.
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Chicago
Liverpool
Boerstree
Starind Welk
Bits
Cincasa
Med
EL Oea
Reeves S
Texas
St Louis
Baltimore
Minneapolis
Nadin
Notte
Chicagre
Inié
Paris
Ouncorn
Adupee
Cabic 'Ae
To & N
Toga
S. Bo
Carlyle
Sven Tate
Miathee Om
Duluth
Tiverpost
Berlin
Te Te & Co
Sam Fauir
Aland
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Topeka
Bares
Heston Sn
Charles Ernut
North Topeka
Gabriel
Trump
New York Press
Philadelphia
Africa
New York Sunday _ Journal
Leigh N
Eternal Feminine
Dobbins
Detroit
Cheah
Tet Folle
Tae
Washington
Washington Star
Willie
Cleveland Plains
Frontlaw
Sbe
Gheervedd
Today’s Market Report
Associated Press
The
State Journal
Katensky
el Irmc Creamery
Kansas City Livestock Market
Peb
Shipmer
Mark Sibady
Strone
U. Acd
Sea S
Goodwin
Ea Goodwin & Chamberlin Brokers
Grain
Topeka Grain & Stock Exchange
St. Louis
BANK
G. Logan
Cnt Board of
Tra “Siekerk Sink Reducee
TOF Tonkenrendent
W. A. Michael Commission Co
A.W. Wickham
Permisment Central National Bank
Kas
Usison National Bank
Kansas Ave
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