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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 10, 1903

Page

9

Reading Room for the Blind in the Library Confronted by Theft

A long article highlights the Congressional Library for the blind in Washington, detailing funding of 2350,000 for permanent securities investment and access for readers. It describes library interiors, tactile printing, specialized equipment, and volunteers aiding blind readers, with personal notes on staff and the challenges of access and safety.

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Vanderbilt Queen of Biltmore Estate Recalled in Portrait

A fragmentary portrait of Mrs. Vanderbilt dominates a telegraphic account of life at Biltmore. The text praises her influence on church, school, and local society, noting the estate's grand forestry overseers and staff in uniform. It depicts Mrs. Vanderbilt as central to the estate’s social and charitable activities.

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North Side Merchants Resume Work After Setback

Local merchants on the North Side announce they are resuming business seeking shopper support. They urge the public to buy bargains from remaining stock to help restore commerce and livelihoods.

North Side

The North Fair Hardware and Notions Resumes Trade

A local hardware and notions shop on North Kansas Avenue announces reopening after partial wreckage. The business states a good portion of its stock was saved and will resume operations by Friday.

Lukens Buggies and Farm Implements Expand Ad Stand

Prospective buyers are urged to inspect Lukens Bros buggies and farm implements as prices have been cut on many items. A large number of buggies are in stock, many undamaged, with cleaning and maintenance underway.

Topeka Vinegar Works seeks southern site near Rock Island

The Topeka Vinegar Works and proprietor Otto Kcemne search for a location on the southern side near the Rock Island line, promising careful handling of their trade while restoring factory operations.

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Topeka message invites patrons for stock feed sales

An 19th or early 20th century note appeals to patrons and friends in Topeka North and South. It states that despite abundance of sand north of the Kaw river the writer is low on coat feed and hay. The speaker invites customers to discuss winter needs and future plans, urging visits and conversations.

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J. R. Spetter Announces Big Return at North Kansas Ave

J R Spetter, based at 8H North Kansas Avenue, plans a new manufacturing and petting figure venture at the same location as soon as possible. The brief notice confirms a dual business setup and imminent reopening.

J H Foucht Nalis and Hardware At Half Cost

J H Foucht advertises Nalis items with hardware at less than half price. Prices start at $2 09 per unit for select tools and fixtures. Limited stock quoted. location and shop hours not specified in readable text.

Nalis

North Quincy Groceries and Feed Open for Damaged Sale

In North Quincy a local grocer announces a sale on damaged stock including cereals feeds and soups with reduced prices. The ad notes bulk oats and hay feed remains available and urges customers to visit the shop for discounted items.

Thuradas Esmars

Wall Repair Delayed as Drive Repairs Advance North of Avenue

A confused note describes street work on North Kan ais Avenue with the wall der and drive moved 14 MIS north. The writer mentions dating bis inces peat and pew days, predicting busier activity soon as repairs progress.

Kanais

Dibble Grocery Co to Open Temporarily

Dibble Grocery Co announces a temporary opening in the area with tentative dates and limited hours. The move aims to serve local shoppers during a transitional period while permanent plans are established.

Moans and Myers Store Reopens At Old North Kansas Ave

Groceries and meats resumed at the old station location on North Kansas Avenue. Full supply of fresh and cured meats announced. Customers encouraged to pay accounts at the store with William Green & Sons handling cashiers.

William ‘Green & Sanz

Costley Department Store Opens in Crawford Building

Wm Costley Department Store announces opening near the Crawford Opera House building Friday after water damage. Stock is being dried on the fair grounds before sale.

Crawford Opera House

R. B. McMaster & Son Shoes and Boots Sale

R. B. McMaster and Son offer shoes and rubber boots at 39 to 29 cents on the dollar. The sale is at the old stand located at 8 North Kanbas Avenue.

Kanbas Avenue

Chicago Clothing Co Selling Now on North Kansas Ave

Damaged stock available at reduced prices with many items described as high and dry. The sale includes clothing and goods at bargain rates at the North Kansas Avenue location.

New Era Dept Store Clears Water Damaged Goods

The New Era Department Store is selling water damaged merchandise at 72 Kansas Avenue. The crowded store drew bargain seekers all day as shoppers chased discounts on salvage items.

Kansas Avenue

Thure White Russian and Silk saved goats from wreck

Co. F. Adams reports stock salvaged after a wreck near Kansas Avenue station. Thure White, Russian and Silk were saved, with some plekice and bottled goats fed to sustain the station’s needs.

Arnold & Co Rent Room at North Kansas Avenue

A firm announces occupancy of a room at 1 S1 North Kansas Avenue and notes a large stock of a patent drug in a red front storefront. The message mentions the room’s appearance and a steady presence for the near term, with references to staying in the area.

John Swartz Plans New Confectionery Store After Fire

John Swartz reports his North Kansas Street shop suffered severe damage but vows to reopen with a new confectionery. He mentions plans to stock eigare tobacca and other sweets at a south side location once rebuilt.

Cline and Son Hardware and Sewings Machines

Hardware dealer H. L. Cline and Son advertise shotguns stoves and sewing machines at their North Kansas Avenue location with a wartime style slogan about building and sound conditions.

North Kansas Avenue Shoe Store to Open on North Side

An incomplete notice announces a new shoe shop opening on North Kansas Avenue. The message mentions cleaning stock and a forthcoming opening for the north side, with unclear dates and details to follow.

Groceries and Notions Business Reopens

A local shop posts a brief notice announcing a cleanup of a long closed groceries and notions business. The vague message signals a reorganization and return to serving customers.

Open for business on North Kansas avenue

A local butcher announces reopening at the old stand on 4 North Kansas Avenue and begins selling fresh meats to the public. The notice implies steady operation and customer access near West Smith Street.

North Kansas Avenue

Gabriel Lumber Company Names New Trade Alias

The Gabriel Lumber Company announces a new business name Scox Sje Posalbic for upcoming operations. The notice states they will conduct lumber dealings under the alias while continuing existing services and local trade presence.

Scox Sje Posalbic

Survived Flood Brings Splendid Views From North Kansas Ave

A brief notice notes flood survival along M9 North Kansas Avenue with references to the floor and pleasing views of the scene. The readable text highlights resilience and local scenery after the flood event.

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Beaus Goods Wagon and Hardware Sale Prompt

A terse notice advertises a sales event featuring wagons buggies and various hardware implements for quick grabs. The message emphasizes grabbing money and obtaining Bea goods with broad offerings across wheels walls and tools.

W H Rutter Fire Damages Large Kansas Ave Furniture Shop

Fire wrecks much furniture at the discount store on Kansas Avenue. Carpets curtains oil cloths and other items suffer heavy damage while the shop remains in fine order overall according to early reports.

Kansas Ave

S. L. Courtney Millinery Sale Opens In Topeka

S. L. Courtney announces a salvage sale at his North Topeka millinery shop. Goods are offered at very low prices on the south side location, with both salvage and first class items available.

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Seli building rental near Da at to open soon

The Seli building on Da at is leased and nearly ready for business. Local officials expect operations to begin shortly as preparations continue for occupancy and opening.

Gem Laundry Ad Promotes Wasuns Cult Activities

Local notice describes regular Wasuns cults at the Gem Laundry with contact phone lines and scheduling hints. Details are fragmentary and partially obscured in the OCR text.

Vanderbilt's Asheville estate praised for beauty and order

Report on Cornelia Vanderbilt and the Biltmore complex in Asheville notes elaborate palace interiors, 39 guest suites, precise schedules, and a social whirl led by Mrs Cornelia Vanderbilt. Mr Vanderbilt attends estate duties and hosts events in New York when called.

Local Grocer Hingo Moves to New Stock Sale

A. SHEETZ at 8 North Kansas Avenue announces a temporary relocation to the northeast corner of 24 and Kertes Avenue. They plan to stock new evoda items and sell salvage stock at cheap prices.

J Thomas Lumber Co Seeks Yard Work Amid Foundations

J Thomas Lumber Co reports work underway at its south side yard while preparing foundations for a project on the north side. The firm states orders are being filled from the south yard as crews address structural needs and material deliveries.

Lapp Dry Goods To Open After Fire Damage

A damaged notice states J Lapp Dry Goods and Notions in North Kansas City will reopen soon after a fire. The owner saved underwear stock and all items on top, with damaged goods reported but under control.

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Restaurant Move Notices Eldridge New Location

Elmer Eldridge has moved his restaurant to 81 North Kansas Avenue upstairs in the back rooms. The new site already serves meals and appears to be thriving.

North Kansas Avenue

Warren's Restaurant Menu Preview

North Kansas Avenue venue offers lunch menus and a taste of the old place. Patrons can expect casual dining as the eatery reopens with familiar dishes and a friendly, laid back atmosphere.

Jewelry Salvage Goods Cheaper At W Edmons Store

W Edmons Jewelry announces new pictures and goods arriving while keeping the same old price. Salvage goods advertised as cheap, urging customers to visit the shop for bargains.

Caved of tinner's toote opens for new business

Fragmentary note indicates a caved or altered tinner's tool site ready to commence new business, with unclear specifics. Observable terms suggest a transition or restart in local trade activity. Further readable details are not present to confirm location or exact offerings.

Still on Earth Hare Announcement Pending Soon

A brief notice signals an upcoming hare related announcement on Still on Earth. Details and exact timing are not provided in the current readable text.

Henry Steele Promotes Fire Insurance Business

Henry Steele asserts his fire insurance business remains strong and not crushed. He discusses insurance loans and the path to funding at North Kansas Ave, signaling resilience and financial access for customers.

Sturgis Hardware Co to Reopen with Clearout Sale

Sturgis Hardware Co on North Kansas Ave plans to reopen next week after restocking. They report one third of stock saved while two thirds include damaged foods to be closed out cheap.

Petro and Woodford Prepare for Reopening on North Kansas Ave

Viewers are being set up and will be ready for business in their North Kansas Avenue location. There is concern that their patent medicine stock may have been damaged during the incident. The owners, Petro and Woodford, plan to resume operations promptly at the preset location.

Citizens' State Bank Opens Temporary Offices in Topeka

The Citizens' State Bank has opened temporary offices in the Central National Bank building. Front rooms, upstairs and floor space are now in use to serve customers in North Topeka as operations relocate.

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J B Billard Mill and Elevator Now Open for Business

The J B Billard Mill and Elevator announce readiness for operation. They report storing a large stock of flour and meal saved from flood damage, plus a range of feedstuffs water damaged yet usable for livestock. Free offerings available upon request.

Proudfit Chop House Opens On Kangas Avenue

A local eatery on Kangas Avenue resumes full service as workers tidy the space and prepare to take orders again. The revised operation aims to return to normal after a recent cleanup and refurbishment period.

Berry Bros Groceries to Open Store on Le Wort Sixchat

Local notice states Berry Bros groceries on Kansas Avenue will open a new store room at Le Wort Sixchat with a committed fine of new grocery stock. Salvage goods will be sold cheap.

Tate le Wort Sixchat

Also Mentioned on This Page

Allat Biltmora Lukens Bros Harnetmes THE Otto Kcemne Kent Koncern J. R. Spetter J. H. Foucht Louis Wiss North Quincy North Kansas Avene Will Eoon Dibble Grocery CO Moans & Myers Wm. Costley Department Store R. B. McMaster & Son Chicago Clothing Co New Era Dept. Store Kansas J. Nystrom John Swartz MM North Cline & Son Warst Clare C. A. Fernstrom SHOE Kansas’ Avenue Wate Unnou Meerien J. P. Berry Nese the Seymour Commission CO Crane and Shawnee State Bank Smnth ST Fred Beuchner Gabriel Lumber Company Emponn Pratt Bros W. H. Rutter S. L. Courtney GEO, J. Graves & Sons Laurent da At Eesoporeeliyana GEM Laundry Las South Cornel Ashe- Vile Bedutiuil New York Marie A. Sheetz Hingo Giere Room Portheast Corner Kertes Avenue Evoda J. Thomas Lumber Co J. Lapp Elmer Eldridge Warren's Restaurant Mime Old Place W. Edmonds Henry Ny Gute nadSas Ave Western Woolen Mill Earth Hare Henry Steele Sturgis Hardware CO St North Kansas Ave Petro & Woodford North Kansas Ave Gaye Citizens’ State Bank J. B. Billard Mill and Elevator Proudfit Chop House Sty Kangas Ave Berry Bros Hansas Ave
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