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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 16, 1902
Page
6
A scrambled text fragment lists men’s work shoes and dress shoes with various descriptions. It mentions sizes, materials, and colors such as calf, white, hib, and pink, along with references to boxes, boxes and shipping. The passage resembles an old classified or listing fragment with disjoint product notes.
A newspaper notice promotes a June sale of muslin underwear with wholesale prices. It touts low costs by selling many garments at a profit, claiming superior fabric like Bourette Cloth, Moon mottled patterns, and assorted white crochet fringed spreads. It lists knit ribbed gauze vests and multiple color options with bargain yard prices.
An ad lists shoes for children and women with varied styles and prices. Includes baby shoes, boots, and ladies’ options with prices ranging from about 1.75 to 60 dollars, noting colors, sole types, and extension soles. McKay’s offers comfort options and several names appear in the varied catalog.
In the Chicago area a tug of war over the Democratic state convention unfolds with Cook county figures prominent. Names include John H. Baker of Suti Van and Write Csr of Ylount Stering, Millard F. Duntan of Lackeanville among likely nominees for state offices. Public talk centers on canvassing, press chances, and committee votes as party leaders weigh candidates and strategies.
A fragmented report describes Parisian ragpickers and shopkeepers clashing during a sale disruption amid cholera fear. The unrest escalates with veiled threats and calls for civic reform as authorities intervene.
The article describes Queen Wilhelmina’s wealth as immense and spread across vast assets, mentioning royal treasury, marriage settlements, and fortunes tied to the crown. It notes high capital, with returns and allowances affecting the upper class while highlighting disparities with common citizens. Authority and figures appear embedded in scattered phrases.
Demand for labor comes from Leroy with sixty men leaving Topeka Tuesday for Kansas wheat fields. Workers head to Oikineda county Great Bend and Pratt as railroads cut low rates. Free railroad transport offered to laborers. Washburn students and Topeka high school boys join, while fear of wage declines and farm needs spark busy employment office activity.
A reader shares that both spouses suffer fatigue headaches and sleep problems from coffee. After switching to Postum, the woman reports improved sleep, weight, and mood, noting she feels healthier and more energetic. The letter credits Postum as a gentler beverage choice.
The June market notes show corn futures volatile with price swings and mixed demand signals. Reports describe crop conditions, labor and shipping concerns, and dairy and livestock quotes amid fluctuating trade activity and weather impacts.
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