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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1903
Page
6
Readable items include sardines three for 25 cents soap boxes and sweet pickles 7th size buckwheat tea and coffee prices noted. The OCR shows scattered prices and product names such as navy beans olives tomatoes peaches and butter, reflecting a grocery ad with discounts and item listings.
The city endures a great upheaval as coal shortages and burned tracks halt operations. Attorney General Hamilton declares an inquiry will proceed while investigators probe rail yard disruptions and the possible causes behind the widespread obstruction.
A D Robbins died after a violent accident at his home. The article notes his long career in local business and his age. It mentions neighbors and friends shocked by the sudden death and funeral arrangements at a local church.
Dr J T McFarland of Topeka’s Farat Methodist Archibald church, fined for contempt, delivered two addresses to KLM congregation denouncing the police force and city administration. He claimed police mistreatment of Mrs Nation and accused officers of gambling and drinking at the station, urging inquiry and possible charges while criticizing the judge and police conduct.
Short skirts of es musi ge e nee adinch Point de Paris feature beaded French tucks and yoke details. Prices listed cash at $1.00, $1.25, and $1.30 for better quality options.
Linen and cotton undergarments featured in a sale listing. Corset covers in Tang Cloth and Long Cloth with tucks, lace, and embroidery. drawers in Cambric and India Linen with ruffles, French tucks, and Hamburg insertion. Gowns described with muslin and Cambric trims, priced from $0.60 to $1.50.
A crowded scene unfolded as Mrs Nation challenged a police inquiry at a city station. Officers testified they did not know the business behind Frank Tingnor’s Kensax Avenue address while the mayor and police court faced scrutiny for handling the disturbance.
Five armed bandits stopped seven members of Lingtot Quincy and Chicago Milwaukee and St. Paul crews near the Sramaze canal on the southwestern outskirts. They took about 250 dollars. Investigation notes list Menninger MD and office hours at 1251 Ave.
Ill-formed text lists attendees at a Governor's House dinner and mentions prominent figures visiting, including Mrs. Harry J. Hone and Miss Kibbuogs. It references multiple travel plans, hospital and legislative contexts, and several named locals with dates and places, but many phrases are garbled and uncertain.
James T. Royal travels the United States twice in two months chasing Lafe Hageon who held a half interest in 4 Klondike clams. Royal shifted 24 halves to Hansen who claimed a customer in New York paid $1,900. Legal action follows as Royal seeks to recover interests and pursue Hansen.
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