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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1902
Page
4
Subscribes of the State Journal may have the paper mailed to an address for thirty cents a month. The notice offers regular delivery while out of town and mentions various old political references and imagined plans, with a chaotic run of names and speculative commentary on taxation and Cuba.
A fragmented passage notes an excursion toward Leavenworth with a round trip price of $1.67 and references local notices and a tender related to media matters. It mentions a person named J M Zlowen and various unclear details about towns, prices, and times.
Washington June 13 The Senate voted 49 to 34 to empower the president to buy out the French concession for a canal project. Debate focused on whether Nicaragua or Panama routes best serve American interests, with supporters urging swift construction and a canal at least 35 feet deep and wide enough for large ships. The discussion highlighted financial and strategic stakes as lawmakers weighed terms of concession and funding.
The field shows several changes as the first five contestants maintain positions. Notable entrants include Lesh Saunders of Lake Street and Stevens at Lake Street, with others listed along Harrison and Kiely avenues. Details and contest conditions are available in a booklet from F. W. Swearingen's Jewelry Store, 724 Kansas Avenue, or from Cudahy Packing Co Topeka.
A garbled passage discusses a duty inquiry and questions tied to a score or estimate. It mentions a person named Vie and a reference to the American context. The text is incomplete and difficult to interpret.
A telegram from Force Food informs dealers that advertising must pause until orders can be fulfilled. A new letter explains insufficient facilities to handle supply, with two new factories nearing completion. The State Journal, initially offered large ad space, accepted space on other papers to accommodate the campaign while facilities expand.
Rumors say A Re Swift will shift to Chicago as Lingafelt succeeds him as superintendent of telegraphs with Topeka and Chicago offices set for major reorganizations. Western freight chief H H Ervly moves to Sioux City while Chicago gains the top telegraph post.
An old item reports MM Nettleton returning amid unsettled boilermaker strike matters. It mentions Assistant Superintendent Piwer Nettlewon of ntendant of Motive pute Bera discussed with John Sewell, president of the Ration Bolurmalaine Sys, and references various unnamed parties, conditions, and potential actions affecting workers in the plant.
The court considered a motion for a new trial in the case of Jude Fagen de Sided. The matter involves syndicate partners and dissolution, with attention to a recent sale and allied actions by the Union Fariite. Proceedings focused on whether to grant a retrial and ongoing appeals.
Marcus Snoddy of Valencia filed a complaint against Wildeen DeverS, alleging assault with a knife. The incident led to Derr’s arrest by the sheriff yesterday as the court heard about the alleged threats and robbery involving multiple parties. The case details remain unclear as authorities continue proceedings.
Mills Dry Goods Co marks 18 years in Topeka with a two day anniversary sale Friday and Saturday. The firm began as Mills McPherson Co and evolved through Mills & Sons to its current name. The store occupies multiple floors in four building spaces as Topeka has grown. The flyer invites shoppers to enjoy special values across every floor and department in a memorable event.
A noisy sale catalog describes department A items including silk fabrics, canvas weaves, mohair, wool garments, and travel suits. It highlights ladies ready wear such as dresses skirts waists and muslin underwear with prices, and notes heavy emphasis on wash silks, broadcloths, and muslin undergarments. The ad promotes large stock, yardage, and special bargains for ladies suits and children's dresses.
June 18 Setneton reports the senate debate over nominations including asté Kansas James NM St Chish. The list includes admirals and lieutenant commanders named with assignments to Westward commands and tenures. includes officers such as Richard Clover John Bletcher and Andrew Lahlap. June 19 in Des Moines registers sale and appointments including Georgw B. Roberts and the State Register notes.
Readable items show curtains and fabrics with prices per yard and bundles. Includes 46 yards of fabric, 20 pairs, various styles and patterns, regular and sale prices, plus fringe and trim details for lace, vital for a department store catalog.
Department catalogue lists corded fabrics, linens, sheer mina pudes, and a wide hosiery range. Includes bleached linen damask, parasols in seven lots, and low prices on stockings, vests, and ladies undergarments. Emphasizes value and large color variety, with multiple yardages and new arrivals.
At the state Christian Endeavor convention in Leavenworth reports from officers were read. Prohibition candidate Rev F W Emerson and John G Woolley addressed the session alongside the ongoing programme including Missionary Army and Women’s Work in Politics. A later program featured speakers on the Christian Life and Government Patronage of Crime, with a vaudeville show and park concerts announced for the coming days.
A fragmented listing shows department goods with handkerchiefs and ribbons. Mentions plain linen, scalloped edge handkerchiefs, and assorted quantities priced around 50c to $2. Some garbled text repeats items and prices.
The Natal Children’s Home Society meeting opened by Rev C B Marrow and Rev 3 P Dysart with others in attendance. They discussed the authority of a written instrument and whether the court should intervene after Shiltsen’s surrender to the boaty.
Albaugh travels east to Indiana to visit an old home before opening events. The piece mentions Republican headquarters, Knights of Pythias, Velient lodge No. 18, and memorial exercises for mourners. It notes potential remittances and a Governor Postey. Marshall's Band plans a concert tonight at Garfied.
Black or white lace gloves and ribbons offered at special prices. Plain taffeta ribbons available by the yard. Notable items include Liberty Silk Bosssollte in black and white with reduced prices, plus several black lace gloves priced from 3.95 to 9.50 and larger quantities.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Department J sale of laces and embroideries with quantities and yard measurements. The text mentions French Valenciesnes and a sale at half regular price with a 106 yard reference and multiple unclear figures. This card captures an auction-like listing fragment with no clear lot names or totals.
Sailor gate stock and various hats offered from 4.00 to 15.00 with discounts on trimmed hats all shapes and colors. Great reductions on summer straw hats and chintz trims. See trimmed hats now shown at 1.00 2.50 and 2.50 in sale listing.
Fragmented OCR reads as a department notions list with assorted items and prices like belts buckles hats curlers irons claps bolts and a few unclear entries. It resembles a catalog snippet or sale advertisement with generic product terms and stray numbers.
Local fundraising drives continue for the Ratroud project with supporters citing community benefit while critics question oversight. A. M. Shlelan of Chambars bute Pa comments on delayed progress and ongoing health concerns affecting work.
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