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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1902
Page
5
A long, detailed society note describes a county wedding with many guests and attendants. It lists bridesmaids, groomsmen, and attendees from multiple towns, detailing decor, attire, and the sequence of events. The narrative names numerous local residents and out-of-town guests, highlighting the social importance of the ceremony and reception.
A jumble of names and places records a Topeka social roundup with residents and visitors traveling for summer vacations and family visits. Notables include Ivah Davis, Miss Zen Zeta Lakes, Miss Stacy Burgess, Miss Margaret Beteer, and Miss Katherine Docking. Mrs. Howe Jones and daughter depart for Utah. others head to Harrizon, Brookline, Colorado Springs, and Spokane for seasonal stays and ceremonies.
State House notes report political and election details with names and dates, noting Parker of Orange City and secretary roles. The piece mentions a meeting, a campaign theme, and a planned event at Garfield Park with the Marshall's Band performing at 2 pm.
An aged ad extols Paine's Celery Compound as a health tonic for children showing nervousness headaches dyspepsia and bloodless cheeks. It claims the medicine restores vigor and eases distress in many severe cases, urging parents to use the product to keep youngsters well.
The Wayne Building at Gorist hospital, a new 326.0 wing, was formally dedicated Wednesday afternoon. Bishop Millspaugh presided as donors Mr. and Mrs Joseph Wayne were honored, with remarks by Dean Kaye Segar Wayne and J G Slonecker for the board of trustees.
In Topeka this section reports on local happenings from Adams street to Garfield Park. The Veteran club hosted a pleasant gathering at Garfield Park with about thirty attendees and a lecture by a speaker on “Fellowship.” Also noted are births, visits, house moves, sales at COSTLEY & POST, and other community updates including a funeral and local shop promotions.
This morning eight members of the law class of the State University were admitted to practice before the state supreme court. The admission motion was made by Captain Clad Heznll of the attorney general’s office. The class includes Eugene Ware, son of Bagune Ware, United States person, commissioner, and several others listed among the graduates who completed three years of study.
A scolding defense decries a State Journal piece by J. FA. Ransom. The writer accuses Stephens supporters of misquoting and falsehoods and asserts that Preacher Ransom did not speak truth. The letter defends Dinitel and ridicules Extw. and other named figures while naming Edward Stephens as the true subject.
The college renames Science Hall to Rice Hall in honor of Harvey TD Rice, one of its oldest surviving members. The building will house all physical science departments moved from Sel ehice hall, with the opening of the next school year. An oil painting of Mr Rice will be placed in the college.
An ad fragment lists Chicago return options via Great Rock Island Route with sale dates June 15 17 21 22 and a final return limit September 16. It mentions a Maranell’s Band concert at Garfield Park at 8 p m.
The fragment shows standings with names Leah Saunters Harry Petit Minnie Bayle Zanee B Gilbert and others. It notes prizes or editions available from J. W. Swearingen's Jewelry Store at 724 Kansas Avenue Topeka or by writing to Cedaky Packing Co Topeka.
A dense listing advertises remnants of sheer fabrics and laces, linings, and house fabrics with color fast dyes. It highlights calicoes, sateens, velveteen, corduroy, bed linens, and towels, plus men’s and boys’ clothing and accessories. Bargains include reduced pocket books and chatelaine bags with deep discounts.
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