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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 21, 1904

Page

5

Smiths Divorced Case Divides Property Equally

Judge Hazen rules in the Kansas divorce of Mary Smith and Winter Smith, dividing real estate estimated near 2900 dollars after bitter contention. The suit featured ardent letters and disputed assets including homes in Winfield Topeka Guthrie and Oklahoma blocks, with six children and multiple mortgages and policies cited in court.

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Crawford Show Attracts Mixed Audience In Avenue Parish Skit

The Crawford audience saw a chaotic revue with jokes about local figures and crime. Reviewers note half the first act filled with shading and risqué lines while the cast failed to deliver strong punch lines. March events include a campus illustrated feature and a penitentiary themed screening.

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Statement from Dathoff Denies State Reading Circle Control

Topeka March 31 1906 State Superintendent Dayhof states the State Reading Circle board had no authority over course of study. The office aims to place educational weight on statewide matters while seeking local input. A committee reviewed revisions. no decisions showed the board misled the process.

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New Treaty With China In Preparation At Washington

A new treaty regulating Chinese admission to the United States is being prepared in Washington. The 1894 treaty will expire next December. Secretary Cortelyou and Secretary Hay handle political and administrative sections as talks move toward a more liberal scheme for Chinese entry and possible provisions for labor in the Panama region.

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400 Pound Girl Grows Fat In Mysterious Illness

Mary Shat to, a 29 year old from Harrisburg Pennsylvania, is hospitalized in Harrisburg with a rare malady that causes rapid swelling and weight gain. She began losing weight after illness, then her body began to swell and she now cannot stand. She eats well and gains flesh daily as doctors at the hospital, including those in Herrisbure, study the case with significant medical interest.

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Opera House Scare Causes Panicked Scramble in Shamokin

A startling scene in Shamokin Pa during a play caused by a hat overturning women shrieked and clutched at skirts. Patrons fled toward the exits as the incident prompted a chaotic rush to escape the theater and police were summoned to restore order.

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Court Opens April 4 Amid Large Civil Docket

The April term of the district court begins April 4 with a resag of eivit cases by Judge Hazen. A special venire to try gambling cases will be drawn and hearings set for after May. The notice urges southern farming and year round productivity to cover court delays.

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Police Jottings Show Joints Authorized and Arrests Rise

A chaotic report notes joints now operate freely as police force weakens its efforts. A police officer held for attempted murder remains active, while a shooting near the Copeland hotel prompts investigation but yields no gore. A raid near Keith drug store arrests several individuals, including J Edwards and Sam J C Wilson, amid alleged gambling and disorderly conduct.

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Vote of censure moves in Commons over Chinese labor

London March 21 Liberal leader Sir Henry Campbell-Bannerman moved a vote of censure in the House of Commons objecting to government plans to allow Chinese labor in the Transvaal. He warned the policy would weaken South Africa and Britain’s standing. Also, Samuel Gompers, AFL president, arrived in Porto Rico to organize workers but gave no statements on success.

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New Silks For Shirt Waist Gowns Displayed

The display features latest silks and patterns for shirtwaist gowns in spring weaves and exclusive one of a kind designs. Prices compare with silk belts, offering unique gowns at similar costs. Easter shopping urgency noted to encourage immediate purchase.

Fish Nets and Bordrored Nets Price List

Fish nets priced by yard at 120, 150, 15¢ and 20¢. Bordrred nets priced by yard from 20c to 35c. Bobbinet 54 inch at 5e or 6c. 1/2 inch (G1-inch) price 5e to 40c. Point DEsprit 50 inch at 5e.

New Door Draperies Offer Reversible Mercerized Tapestries

The advertisement touts late two toned mercerized portieres that are reversible with blended color tones. Edges are fringed, with plain colored portieres in soft rose and green or rich Gull red. Prices range from 5 to 15 dollars, with new tapestry varieties offered from 2.75 to 10 dollars.

Drapery and Upholstery Services Offer Custom Work

Our Upholstery Department offers unusual advantages in making up draperies tapestry velours and all new materials. Special decorators stay in touch with great eastern houses and provide skilled tasteful service. We make and hang all draperies to your satisfaction.

Sanitas Wall Covering Featured as Durable Bath and Kitchen Option

Sanitas wall covering is introduced as a new substitute for paper suitable for bathrooms and kitchens. Available in plain, figured, and tile patterns with matching ceilings, it never wears out and can be washed like oil cloth.

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