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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 27, 1896

Page

8

New Building on Quincy by Smith Manufacturing

Fifty foot front to replace Tepeke Midway on Quincy Street between 1xth and Seventh. Smith Manufacturing to erect a two story brick factory building for trusses and other implements for the use of invalids. Two lots sold by B S Davies to D C and L A Smith for 3200 dollars. The project begins this spring and ends decades of the Midway’s use as a horse traders and elite show venue.

Smith Manufacturing Company Tepeke Midway Quincy Street B.S. Davies D.C L A. Smith Smith Company

Sinbad at Atchison in Improved Sinbad Cast

The Atchison Globe review notes Sinbad presented better than opening night. Improvements include new cast changes under manager David Henderson, stronger singing, and improved organization. Louise Kissing stars as Sinbad with Frankie Naymond as Ninetta. Oscar Girera as Freano draws mixed response amid wardrobe flaws and stage gaffes.

Sagaman Bis Jane David Henderson Louise Kissing Sinbad Frankie Naymond Ninetta Oscar Girera Freano Desnut Ivis Agbadas Girard Ie The Stow

Scandinav ian Republices longue Meeting in Lindsborg

The annual meeting of the Scandinavian Republices longue will be held in Lindsborg on Friday and Saturday March 6 and 7. A. V. Lindell of Topeka is set for reelection as president. Delegates from Topeka include Charles Swanson Oo Anderson A Vester Alfred Johnson Eric Nystrom and A V Lindell. Lieutenant Governor Troutman will address the delegates Friday evening. The gathering is not a delegate convention and about one hundred are expected. The league has chapters in Wyandotte Pottawatomie Shawnee Riley Clay Saline McPherson and Osage counties.

Annes Scandinavian Republices Longue Lindsborg A. V. Lindell Topeho Topeks Charles Swanson Oo Anderson A. Vester Alfred Johnson Eric Nystrom A.V. Lindell Troutman League Wyandotte Pottawatomie Shawnee, Riley, Clay, Satins, McFherron Osage Counties

Caldwell for President strong Populist move at meeting

At the National Reform Press association gathering in Carnass Texas nearly 2000 populist editors voiced harmony over presidential prospects and the July St Louis platform. Judge Henry C Ashdown of Arkansas drew the strongest backing as a Lincoln appointee aligned with Populist aims and favorable to southern nominating trends.

Carnass Tex National Reform Press Association Henry C. Ashdwell Arkansas Lincoln South

North Topeka Items of Interest and Local Ads

North Topeka notes show Roehr back from New York business trip. A J Kane Co stock moves from 26 to 32 dollars. Local births and social events listed at Monroe street homes. Businesses include Heller grocery and meat market and Mageet Restaurant. A page ad for insurance and buggy goods. Fire at Capital elevator damages barn and 100000 bushels grain. insured. Art and musical event at North Congregational church with stereoptical views. Anheuser Busch malt and stomach aids advertised. Local price and news notes close the column.

Roehr New York A. J. Kane & Co Kansas Area John M. Bechtel Monroe Strest Bors J. W. Smith Imperial Club Monroe Street J. H. Heller Kansas Avenue Mageet Restaurent A. J. Preadds Kansas Geo. J. Graves & Sons West Laurent Street North Topeka Kenena North Congregations Thomas Small

Sketches by M Quad An Incoherent Rural Tale

A long collection of humorous fragments and tall tales from frontier life. It features a talkative mountaineer arguing about education, a tavern keeper during a raid, and a pistol duel tale with a scheming stranger. Additional vignettes include a dog versus rabbit mock duel, a pickpocket on a subway, and assorted quips about coffee, bouquets, and stage acting. The sketches mix dialogue, rough slang, and rural bravado across shifting scenes and characters.

Principle of Second Hand Whist Play and Rules

Guide from the Knickerbocker Whist Club discusses second hand play as the key skill distinguishing experts. It covers when to follow general rules, how to reserve commanding cards, and how to lead and respond to high or low cards to optimize partner support and suppress opponent strength. It also notes cautions about overreliance on rote play and includes examples and cross references to Admerican leads.

Lise Oeiin Phuineuite EEK Ltd

Wheels and Wheelmen Club News From The Era

A survey of bicycle patents shows wide protection in rubber manufacture and frame design. European tours are planned for June led by F W Elevell. Switzerland imported 197 tons of ri last year. The League of American Wheelmen reports 8522.77 in assets and New York clubs claim 75008 members. Charley Murphy plans professional racing in Europe next season. Indoor bicycle steeplechase on nine laps is to be introduced with details undisclosed.

United States Edouard de Reszke athleGe Youngstown New York City Europe F. W. Elevell Switzerland League of American Wheelmen New York

Willing Mountain Maid and Nimble Banter in Tales

A comic collection shows a congressman recounting mountain camp romance with a buxom country girl, a playful tea plan dialogue with Mrs. Billus, and quips about ententes and boredom. The snippets reveal social mischief, witty exchanges, and lighthearted courtship from Washington and Chicago-era columns.

Harper's Magazine to Publish New Novels and Serial Tales

Harper's Magazine plans a December 1895 start for Wrasse Brack's new novel and a later Martian tale by Grouse Du Maurien. The year will feature a Personal Recollections successor, a Tom Sawyer detective tale, and stories by noted authors with illustrated histories. Subscriptions begin with the current issue. payments by post, money order, or draft.

Wrasse Brack Grouse du Maurien Maid of Oriesna Manx Twary Tom Sawyer Crousthree Muddlety Lanapon Wourmuw Watsox George Essod iHowand Prat Evieton Ss For Liberty B. Garne Vuim St. Chair Antony Wayne Thxopoke Ronssvets Bain Cnce Harper

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