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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1896

Page

6

Informal social gathering in Topeka with many attendees

A Topeka social column notes a daytime to evening informal gathering at Hadeowla that featured music by Watenn's orchestra and about 42 guests. The event included mingling among local residents, visitors, and notable Topeka figures, with numerous mentions of attendees and their affiliations.

Hadeowla Tiatt Watenn Muse Mises Emily Tewkalury Eer Tnt Bilerhte Warner Uz Itor Phot Witseler Meti Atsis Bele Carrie Gi Meon Lotel Gewee Winifred Nase Mas Fear Gitlefeld Allon Greace Curtis Mufe Ray Barry Meer Stevennon User Maye Brodissten Wilhandt L Beit

Washington society wedding planned for June night

Gey Martin Hardin and Biay Julie Stevenson married tonight in a formal ceremony. Families from Kentucky and beyond attend at a church, with friends of the couple and local figures present. Relatives describe the event with traditional nuptial details and guests in attendance at the reception.

Martin Hardin Julie Mier Veneon Vier Mrewow Mra. Berensender Marin Husdin Ale General & Wate Hardin Brereton Ea Ec Matty Brea Teery Orig Atlee Bella Sevens Mier Lelin Sruts Sane Bisrdin Julie Soolt Julia Fiaklin Lars Tela Sep Charien Hardiy Tucky Carl Vroonian Thaltitime Hamne Raetin Brogent Pratt Neer Corse Wilcos Zeamon Naérusamile Mecca Uae Pers Hinister Kent Baer Wihihe Peart Witches Dee Hague

Anintnier auit Mire Riurern a siiver toa etviet

The text presents garbled phrasing with names like Mire Riurern Steven Son and Davebtere of thi American Tavalt U6. It hints at a scandal or political drama involving a mother figure, misdeeds, and a proposed action amid unclear context.

Steven

Local misspellings and ads crowd North Topeka notices

Fragmentary notices from North Topeka describe local farm visits and community events, with scattered names such as Austlg, Jenkins, and Ande wna. The page lists ads for medicine, dental services, and local businesses, including A. J. Bane Co and Dr Liyun, reflecting a busy neighborhood commerce day.

District Court Notes Amid Pending Actions and Hearings

District court notes list cases including Cowan vs Hawkins and Worth vs Newton with continuances to the September term. A writ of habeas corpus for John Moran to recover his daughter, described as a minor, is set for Thursday. Lincoln County proceedings mention electric light and repair matters and cream sodas at Stansfield's.

Cowans Hawkins Willian Langiay Wits Hin John Moran Trom W Eine Moran Topeka Lincoln County

Relief calls dominate President Lee speech at annual address

President Lee of the TPA delivers a yearly address noting growth to 21080 active members across 25 state divisions and 20 post organizations. He cites a rising cash balance, reduced per member costs, and plans to balance budgets amid declining agricultural prices and rising consumer burdens while urging unity against political strife.

Lee TPA Reertbien I. Tita Jonn Alao Nationel Meath Goa Dolbre Conte Willenteal

Edison Says Bureha Lamp Completed and Successful

In New Fork on June 2 Thomas A Boll-Hi naldi explains the development of a new white light lamp using a tungstate crystal. The device, resembling an incandescent lamp, glows with a pure white light and is produced by heating crystals to emit luminescence. The design relies on a faradic excitation and a novel internal arrangement to generate and transfer energy to the glowing tube.

Thomas A. Boll- Hi Disem Tavans

Death Toll Rises As City Endures Fire Tragedy

St Louis reports extensive fire damage with many killed and missing. Authorities list dozens dead and numerous injuries as rescue efforts continue throughout the riverfront area. Officials estimate expenses reach thousands for cleanup and citywide recovery.

St Louis Ena St. Lote Lansis Sidiey Otto Jierione Rave Etty Wiles Taunt Vestimiag

Griffo bests Tonkins in Brooklyn boxing card

A large crowd gathered at City Street Brooklyn saw Griffo defeat Tonkins in a lively event under the Sousa Erin Athletic Club. Three rounds featured a bout with notable exchanges as Griffo dominated with rapid combinations and quick footwork.

New York

Actress Grace Filkins Marries Officer in Shore Acres Tie

Wee York June 2 Grace Filkins an actress of the Shore Acres company has become the wife of Lieutenant Commander Adolph Marix of the battleship as reported. The ceremony joins two prominent figures from stage and navy with the wedding drawing notice in local society pages.

Grace Filkins Wee York Grace Filking Shore Acres Company Atolph Marix

Afro American Women Convention Return to Washington

The National Federation of Afro American Women meeting in Boston last July selected Washington as the site for the next convention to be held July 20 through 22. Details include topics on plumbing and enactment and an official note by EL AD Chaney and R use Rishi. A restaurant dinner priced at $1.00 is listed among subscription notices in the State Journal.

J. W. Austlg Kanmie City WF. Fenkins Tonna Vertindey Joba Secor Nan Schilliow Senile A. J. Bane & Co Wien J. A Eller's North Hansa Boston National Federation of Afro-American Women Wit Washington

A Prospector's Luck Uncovers Rich Rock of Gold Copper

Martin Neilly of Epo Kaus Washington on a Salmon river trip near Trail Landing J C discovers a buried massive rock on the riverbank Lookout mountain yields gold and copper pieces after breaking it apart He plans to mine or ship the treasure assessing options for reduction and sale.

Martin Neilly Epo- Kaus Wash Roseland B. C Salmon River Columbia Trail Landing J. C Lookout Mountain St. Louis Iast Prine Selty Buwlder Wester Mpehut Romland Cottaina Reilly

Lost Wives Hair Pin Sparks Broaday Car Quarrel

An elderly man on a Broadway car laments the loss of a lock of his wife’s hair, a keepsake he has carried since her death. The parcel containing the item is missed amid crowd noise, and the man laments the single sentimental token as the car proceeds, with others offering pity and practical help.

Sondaptur Lemire Melilens Tor Pagal Bolpad Chew Bok

Collage of quoted voices across Chicago papers

Readers are treated to a mosaic of garbled dialogue and clipped anecdotes from Chicago era papers. The fragmentary notes mention a blond suspect, quarrels, a bloodthirsty character, and various local exchanges, all presented as overheard voices in a chaotic park scene.

Colon Dean Gaul Chigago Post

Thompson Bros Desks Priced At Six To Thirty Five Dollars

Thompson Bros offers S10 Women’s Desks and other models priced from 6 to 35 dollars. The ad notes a large demand area and multiple price points including 6 6 50 10 and 35 dollars, highlighting ongoing promotions.

Cheffoniers Offered At Discounted Oak Chest Prices

Four cheffoniers remain available with notable Metre price savings. Oak cheffoniers priced at 8.00, 12.00, 13.00, and 15.00 dollars for varying sizes. The chest of drawers remains a highly useful home essential.

Baby Carriages Offer In June Stock Sale

In this sunny season of June the store promotes baby carriages from a large stock with only a few left. Prices are marked to ensure quick sale and a pretty present worth at least 2 is included at no charge.

Thetore Baling

Linoleums and Oil Cloths at Special Store Prices

Not the stereotyped ugly patterns but the pretty kind you admire and want yet can't find elsewhere. Prices are perhaps a little less than everybody expects for their very needs, as this store offers linoleums and oil cloths.

Carpets Offer Durable Wool and Brussels at Fair Prices

A local ad promotes high grade carpets claiming durability and fine design. It touts close woven patterns and essential quality, priced at 0.25, 1.50, 1.75, 2.00 and 2.25 per yard, with no cheaper options available.

Reception Hall Fittings and Furniture Styles

An advertisement praises a store offering reception hall fittings with styles such as Body Brussells and Mogquettes. It highlights a French pistol motif hat rack, heavy feather chairs, a Japanese rug with intricate figures, and a stylish, comfortable range of furniture at right prices. It promises good form and novelty in living room decor.

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