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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1903
Page
9
W H Rutter at 0 North Kansas Avenue advertises new stock including carpets and furniture. The firm states they will reopen upstairs after a fire damage and plan a full line of furnishings available at discount as soon as the building is cleared.
A garbled ad noting W C Steele & Co promotes lower prices than ever and claims to be doing business on East Sixth and North Kaneas Avenue with plans to write about an arrest on Saturday.
At the North Kansas Avenue location Lukens Bros displays harnesses and farm implements. Harnesses have been cleaned up. A large number of mummies were upstairs and not damages, prices on everything cut loose right and left.
Otto Kuehne proprietor of the Topeka Vinegar Works advertises for Kaw tettom farmers to grow cucumbers on SX acres. He promises an exceptionally good year for watering crops and offers Gb conte per bushel at the factory. The firm will contract with traders and is operating at the old stand ready to fill orders.
Wholesale and retail drug gists are doing business at all North Kansas Avenue. Paints varnishes brushes all fixod Alton cheap.
An early 20th century notice from James and Campbell at 15 Kanens Avenue North Topeka lists flood impacts and a forthcoming sale of damaged carpets. The firm notes untouched wall coverings and ingrain pieces, arrivals of new furniture and carpets, and invites customers to visit No 65.
Local coal and feed dealer operates at North Kansas Avenue under the name Kent's Kash Koal Koncern 18. The readable fragment indicates a business listing for a coal and feed supplier in the area.
Announcement touts reopening of a North Side store on East Sixth Street with low prices and value promises. It says clerks will inform customers about offerings and invites calls or store visits to left addresses at the location. It emphasizes protection against high prices and requests contact via phones listed.
An OCR fragment from a North Kansas Avenue grocery and meats business proclaims bigger business ahead. It notes self-initiated AI offers and invites anyone wishing to settle accounts to approach the cashier, hinting at financial notices or promotional activity.
J. Nystrom announces the Red Front Shot Store will remain on the North Side, noting the room is presentable and the business has existed for one cent year.
Kimball Printing Co will continue business at the old stand on North Kansas Avenue. The building is uninsured and peat rock remains above water. Six promises are being rescued from the mud and will be ready for business shortly.
Damaged stock offered at stark discounts as Chicago Clothing Co. liquidates remaining goods. Store location listed on North Kansas Avenue with buyout pricing and limited quantities available.
From the wreck, White Russian and Silk soap, pickles, and bottled goods were waved away to feed the station and its refugees, as stock was diverted to aid workers and those displaced.
Dr L A Ryder can be found at Frank Long’s Oxford Hotel, indicating a medical appointment or practice site within the hotel. The note places the physician’s presence in a social or lodging setting, common in regional postings.
A terse report notes varying water prices near Ford Bneehmer's meat market located at 8 North Kansas Avenue. The short item records a local pricing fluctuation affecting shoppers and nearby businesses.
GEO J GRAVES & SONS announces temporary closure and reopening plans after damage to the stand. The notice lists location at 2nd Street and Somerset, with preparations to resume operations within a week, and invites customers to await the May reopening.
A fragmentary report describes Geo Mayer fleeing north toward Topeka after disturbance near Clay Street. Police urge witnesses to provide details and await Mayer's return to North Topeka for questioning.
Fragmentary notice references H. S. Pruessner and Co and various products and sales terms. Lacks coherent event or date. readable names include H S Pruessner Co and Bath Rew. Unable to confirm full details or outcome.
Property listing for 10 East Laurent Street and 2 North Kansas Avenue describing wallpaper services. Ad notes updated patterns and aims to attract customers with new blocks and rearranged stock.
Fragmentary OCR notes advertise hardware and notions at 7 North Kansas Avenue. The readable text mentions cheap items and a damaged listing, with unclear company name and full offerings.
Local grocery firm J K Withers reports relocation from North Kansas Avenue to 2 West Sixth Street. The store has begun stocking fresh produce on Monday, aiming to resume full operations despite damaged goods in transit.
A quirky note reports Dr Bryan discovering a stray cat near North Kansas Avenue and arranging care and housing for the pet. The brief item captures local interest in a lighthearted community moment.
W. Edmons offers salvage goods at the same location 2 North Kansas Avenue. New textures and goods will be sold at bargain prices.
A damaged OCR fragment notes a photo car named Empon's on North Kansas Avenue. It mentions surviving a frond and bare seat scene and an imminent sale of food items, though details are unclear and the text is fragmentary.
Fragmentary text mentions J R Spetter and the North Kansas Avenue area, referencing manufacturing and car production activities at a local site with unclear details about the exact operation or context. The readable phrases suggest an industrial setting and a probable historical urban scene.
A garbled note reports J H Foucht Hardware Co. relocating to a southern area near Kansas Avenue and selling off part of their stock as part of a move.
North Quincy grocer advertises clean store with new stock and fresh meats daily. It mentions soups and chilled items as part of offerings and invites customers to visit for quality produce.
J P Berry on North Kansas Avenue promotes groceries and notions with a concise, bold card style. The message emphasizes business activity and local commerce in a terse promotional note.
The Gabriel Lumber Company announces a fresh lumber supply arriving and will begin business at noon as soon as possible. The notice indicates readiness to serve customers with new stock and immediate operations starting today.
Pratt Bros advertise sale of wagons buggies and hardware items with low prices. The notice promises customers can obtain acid and a range of implements at reduced costs, inviting buyers to visit their establishment.
Henry's Hardware Store on North Kansas Avenue announces it has saved its tinting tools and is ready to begin a new tinting business line.
R. B. McMaster and Son advertise discounts on shoes and rubber boots from 10 to 25 cents on the dollar at their old location 815 North Kansas Avenue. The sale lists footwear at reduced prices and directs customers to visit the store for bargains.
A compact historical ad announces a new car purchase and a large stock of clothing and shoes at New Era Department Store, 72 Kansas Avenue. It highlights milk and hosiery items, urging customers to come early the next morning for the best picks. The note references Union Pacific and North Topeka context, with emphasis on clearance-like bargains.
John Swartz states his 312 North Kansas avenue store is badly wrecked but he will open a new confectionery and cigar shop on the south side, promising repairs and fresh inventory to serve customers.
Sheetz Fancy and Staple Groceries has rented the northeast corner store room at 24 Wind Kansas Avenue temporarily to stock up with new goods. Salvage stock will be sold cheaply.
New stock arriving after fire damage. Lumber sold as is and bright. Call before 1 to arrange. North Topix and 2 W Sixth St location.
H. M. M. Clime and Son advertise hardware, stoves, sewing machines and suns. The message touts a solid, first class building at 9 North Kansas Ave. in a concise local ad style.
A M Cross at 6 North Kansas Avenue the Jeweler will resume business at the old stand in a few days. She plans salvage stock to sell at low prices.
In a few days, STALLOON EARTH introduces Will Beye with a forthcoming announcement from The Western Woolen Mill regarding new developments.
Henry Steele runs a fire insurance and loan real estate office on North Kansas Avenue. The brief notice highlights his financial services support to clients, focusing on insurance and property dealings in the area.
S. L. Courtney announces the North Topeka store is in bad shape and selling salvage and restated stock at very cheap prices. The sale is at 9 im bad shape location on Kaneis Avenue, south side, Upetaira.
The Seymour Commission Co asserts continued strong business presence on Crane and Kansas avenues, stating operations are thriving as before. No changes in leadership or location are announced, reaffirming stability and ongoing commerce.
The Shawnee State Bank plans to open for business in the Stormont building located at 1 West Sixth Street with a stated intent to begin operations soon.
Dr T B Reynolds operates from a temporary office in the Central National Bank building with access via the Seventh Street entrance and elevator, located at Seventh and Kadkas Avenue.
The Gem Laundry operates a temporary headquarters at 42 South Kansas Avenue in Wagonmare. Regular carts are arranged for service and phone contact listed as 795.
Water damaged stock at 4 North Kansas Ave is being cleared out with heavy discounts. Items listed include reduced sale prices and final clearance on damaged merchandise.
The Citizens' State Bank of North Topeka has opened temporary offices in the Central National Bank building, occupying the front area on the second floor. The move places operations in a central location while permanent arrangements are concluded.
Warren's Restaurant at 6 North Kansas Avenue continues to offer familiar fare and old service in the same location, with patrons returning for the reliable menu and atmosphere.
PETRO AND WOODFORD DRUGGISTS AT 9 NORTH KANSAS AVE announce they are continuing at the same location and will introduce a new Brena stock of drugs as soon as possible. The brief notice confirms business as usual with new stock arrivals planned.
The J B Billard Mill and Elevator are ready for operation. A large stock of bran chops and feed remains undamaged, with water damaged goods offered at no cost to those in need. no meals appear damaged in the feast.
Fred Beuchner announces the business is open and thriving at the old location 8 North Kunsss avenue stating they continue as a preferred meat supplier.
Elmer Eldridge has moved his restaurant to the upstairs back area on St North Kansas avenue, where he is already serving meals.
Sliced from a brief notice the Proudfit Chop House announces short orders at its old stand on 54 North Kansas Avenue. The compact notice confirms the new location and ongoing dine in and takeout service.
Berry Bros Groceries on Manna Ave announce Ace store reopens with a full line of new groceries and salvaged goods. The notice highlights salvage items available as part of the new operation and urges customers to visit for the offerings.
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