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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 24, 1899

Page

7

Defeated effort stalls general exhibit at Paris fair

The Kansas House failed to pass the general exhibit appropriation for Paris as lawmakers debated the bill amid a call of the house. Opponents narrowly blocked a constitutional majority while supporters of Senator Anderson's corn exhibit pushed a plan to show corn’s value to Europe. Proponents argue a $26,000 appropriation could boost Kansas corn prices and wealth by about $1.5 million annually.

Savelock Pis Mr. Gelisher Spanker Bor Chicago Atarms Treasure Game Narbers Lawrence Bubs Anderson Europe Asia America China Japan Kansas Friends of the

State debating bill to permit compromise with defaulting bonds

The House committee of the whole backed a bill from the state affairs panel allowing a state office to probe the permanent school fund and authorize compromising interest on defaulted bonds. Debated were concerns that compromise would invite more defaulting counties, with Scott County’s representative calling for relief while opponents labeled the measure a sale of debt.

House Committee Committee On State Affairs Bil

State Senate Approves Funds For State Institutions

The senate passed multiple appropriation bills for state institutions and facilities. Notable items include 20 000 for a new administration building at Topeka asylum, 70 000 for a cell block at Hutchinson reform school, 95 000 for maintenance and salaries, 48 820 for game school upkeep, 110 000 for State Agricultural College salaries and repairs, 30 000 for a cottage at the industrial school for girls, 25 000 for a new agricultural building, 3 000 for sewer work, and 10 000 for a road to the Soldiers Orphans home from Atchison. The governor may appoint the commission upon passage, with duties beginning April 1.

Senate Topeka Asylum Asx Winfield Anylurm Hutchinson Reformatory Industrial School Game School State Agricultural College Atchison Mather Bickerdyke Elsworth

One Place Abolished and Custodian Created

A senate committee decides no funding will be provided for head janitor and superintendent of the state house rounds. They will recommend creating a custodian role to perform the duties of both positions, placing one man in charge of the work. Capital attaches have an office on the first floor with typewriters and fine furniture, and access to the Chief Janitor’s office is more restricted than the governor's callers.

Senate Tommit Wil

Cooke’s Bill Seeks State Loans on Real Estate

Senator Cooke proposes using the permanent School fund to loan money on real estate in Kansas. The plan aims to earn interest by backing loans with approved property security. The measure has stalled in the Senate and is likely to die at the end of the session.

Cooke Kansas Senate Licely

Will Call on the Governor and Senate Session News

The senate narrowly escaped a vote split of one, delaying a night session after a roll call showed a one vote majority for postponement. A reception for Governor and Mrs. Stanley postponed tonight's session. next week a full legislative elect session will convene. An unrelated item notes Rock Island rents Pittsburg, Kansas, at $484 and a laundry ad offers shirt washing services at Peerless Laundry.

Senate Stanley Legislative Elect

Knapp Corrects Census Error on Philippine Population

Prof S A Knapp special commissioner for Agriculture reports from Manila and Hong Kong that Philippine archipelago population is about 4,000,000, not 10,000,000. He criticizes Aguinaldo’s leadership, notes Filipino sentiment, and says reforms and trade openings may boost American agricultural goods in Asia.

Washington S. A. Knapp Department of Agriculture Orient Kan China Japan Philippines Manila Hong Kong Aguinaldo Knapp Knopn United States Twy Knagp Xet- Ued New York State

Dead Man Wins Sydney Bicycle Race Before Fatal Fall

Australian news reports describe a one mile bicycle race at a Sydney electric carnival won by Yours James Somerville while Percy Ci and others competed. Somerville led near the tape but collapsed after crossing, dying from an apparent heart attack just after the finish.

Vancouver B. C Adviers Mlowera Sydney Australia James Somerville Percy Ci Somerville Ike Allence

Can Miss Smith Collect

Kansas City February 24. The suit of Miss Smith against Dr. Lowry ends as he consents to confess judgment. The court scene shows surprise as witnesses and jurors react to the abrupt termination and potential forfeiture of Dr. Lowry’s property to satisfy the judgment. Miss Smith smiles as her counsel confirms the closure and the audience reflects on the move.

Kansas City Miss Smith Lowry Mies Smith John W. Beebe Mr. Beebe

Shawls and Jackets Bargain Sale at Barnum & Co.

Barnum & Co promotes ladies jackets and extra quality shawls in a cost sale. Jackets of food materials priced at 2.48 while double shawls 72 by 144 inches offered at 3.19 after sale. Other listed item includes Barnum’s sale price 4.29 and current price 3.19.

Barnum & Co Barnum's Co

Lining Department Skirt Linings and Fabrics Prices

Regular Sc Skirt Linings and canvas priced at 74c per yard. Velveteen and corduroy bindings offered at 6c per yard. Linings department lists these fabric options for tailoring and sewing needs.

Domestic Department Bargains Offer Low Price Yard Goods

5000 yards bleached yard wide Muslin Lonsdale finish fe 3 percent value 50 Shirting Prints 2c Black and Whites Indigo Blues Red Prints at de German Hine Calico 29 in Short lengths 2 to 7 yards per eales worth 1c 78 in Unbleached Sheeting heavy southern goods worth } Le Unbleached Pepperell Sheeting 240 yards wide 18 price 141g0 Fine Scoted Turkey Red Table Linen 3 percent worth 58 65c Barnsley Table Linen 37% 4c the 65c goods

Lonsdale Anderson L. L. Muslin Pereales Barnsley

Carpet Department Price Slashes At Local Store

Our carpet department boasts unmatched prices with phrases like the people have discovered the fact. We sell the $125 Bodies at $9.50, the $125 Velvets at 57 cents, 65c Tapestries at 47 1/4c, 80c Tapestries at 6 1/4c, and 50c Tapestries at Tate. Also feature brass extension rods from 4c and guaranteed roller opaque shades.

Tate

Dress Goods Prices Draw Shoppers To Store

Daily arrivals of the newest dress goods entice customers to visit. See the large fine selection and low prices, and you will be prompted to purchase.

Kansas

Peerless Carpet Warp Offers 16c Spooled Table Oilcrath

The item described is a table oilcrath with 10% content offered on spools at a lower price than competitors. It is labeled as common batting, clean and nice, and asserts matchless quality and price, claiming superiority in both aspects.

Notions and Yarns In Store Title Card

A compact listing of sewing items including needles rubber combs yarns and Saxony yarns Bear Brand Saxony in black offered at various prices.

Saxony

Clothing Department Coat and Vest Sale Prices

Coats and vests offered in sizes 4, 35 and 76 in Worsteds and related fabrics with prices 1.10 3.98 and 4.50. Former pditss priced at 7.60 16.00 and 11. This is the opportunity for the small man. Boys and Children's clothing half price and seat. Sewn our western made overalls at 40.

Hosiery Bargains From 76e to 100 dollar Hose

A compact sale note highlights three department points and promotes Rockford make ladies hose. It cites 76e 80e and 100 dollar finests, offered at a closing price of 450 for quick clearance. Strong emphasis on quality and sale terms.

Rockford

This Week Only Winterwear Sale Highlights

For this week only a sale on winter underwear at half price and gloves at one third off. Turkey red mand tarchets available in sizes 64, cheaper options also offered. Rockford Sox priced per pair at 8c. Linen collars two for 15c, three for 25c with celluloid collars three for 39c.

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Power shift ends in Miss Smith victory over Dr Lowry

Miss Smith asserts control after long struggle with Dr Lowry and Mr Karnes over property and a patent claim. Lowry admits judgment could seize his entire estate, while Miss Smith’s calculated moves secure the assets including office furnishings.

Daughters of the American Revolution Honor Washington Birthday

The blizzard failed to dampen the DAR gathering at Geo. P. Hale’s West Tenth street home. A richly decorated arch and flag center the room as Mrs. M. M. Miller hosts a toast filled program honoring ancestors and forefathers followed by sandwiches, salad, and coffee.

Daughters of the American Revolution Geo. PD. Hale West Tenth Street Washington Topeka M. M. Miller

Market Report Tries to Recover as Demand Improves

Widespread market activity shows slight uptick in foreign demand for March delivery while May June range trades. Cattle and hog markets steady with volumes light. wheat futures edge up on foreign buying, though overall tone remains cautious due to dull season. Hay steady as supplies hold, grain prices mixed amid uncertain export prospects.

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