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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1900
Page
8
S BARNUM DRY GOODS AND CARPET CO. announces purchase of a $15,000 stock from Globe Dry Goods and Shoe Co. Oklahoma. Sale offers 25 to 65 percent off, cash-only with 50 day payment, full refunds on returns, on Third Floor and Basement 619 Kansas Avenue.
A large sale offers Blanderd Shirting Calicos and various dress fabrics, lawns, linens, and novelty goods. Includes Ready-to-Wear, silks, laces, and notions with heavy discounts on capes, jackets, dresses, skirts, gloves, hosiery, and undergarments. Sale emphasizes cash payment within 60 days and strong savings on all items.
An extensive list of discounted household items and fabrics. Turkey damask, domestic Turkey red damask, napkins, towels, sheeting, and embroideries feature bold Globe sale prices. Also offered are sewing notions, needles, brushes, perfumes, buttons, soaps, and men’s furnishings with deep discounts. Includes a wide range of textiles and small wares advertised as everyday needs at substantial savings.
In a Washington controversy Date uncertain Hanna charged a Republican member with briefing a representative on a deal involving Porto Rico. The exchange touched on tariff policy and the presidential trade position, with Hanna denying any improper disclosure and urging investigation.
Richard Wileon Shot to death in Osage Nation Arkansas City Ken March 24. A deputy fired at Wile who escaped from Kanye penitentiary. Jonn Rush wounded in the clash as lawmen pursuit continues amid Kilane and Mary July references. Templar Rate notes travel fare to Kansas Cave grant and grand commandery meeting details.
A fight by two colored boys drew a large Sunday crowd on Iansas avenue near the Pacific express office. The boxers blocked the sidewalk for about a quarter hour, forcing pedestrians into the street as witnesses watched the disturbance unfold without interruption. The incident casts a negative light on the city’s Sunday order in the capital city.
London March 26 The flat turf season opened today amid cold wind. American jockey Johnny Rie won the first race aboard Porters Lester Ret with his brother finishing third. Seven challengers ran as betting favored 2 to 1.
Ex governor Stone of Mississippi dies at age about seventy one after erysipelas illness. He served as president of Starkey College. Also notes a widow in New York commits suicide by gas. Mrs Watts despondent for days.
The notice cautions buyers that some lines may close early and urges immediate action to avoid disappointment later. It emphasizes seizing the opportunity now before the chance is gone.
Senator Davis of Minnesota proposes a provisional Porto Rico bill extending U S internal revenue laws to Porto Rico with a 15 percent tax, no stamp taxes, and funds to the president for education and public works. The act, aimed as a revenue measure, expires March 1 1902 and seeks self government as soon as feasible. The piece also cites Dr Parker and remarks on religious themes in a sermon.
In March reports from Jensen describe a controversial Topeka experiment drawing attention in England. The Rev Dr Parker of City Temple criticizes the approach as an excusable hinting in religious discourse.
The Park Commission invites all to a Wednesday 8 o’clock assembly at the High School hall. Mr. M Loring of Minneapolis will discuss park development with stereopticon illustrations showing transformations of barren areas into pleasant grounds. The talk is free, no charge, and followed by Q and A and a general discussion.
From New York, Adelbert Sternberg reports on British movement in the Orange Free State during the Cape theater of war. He describes Cronje's misjudgment and the British approach, including Kitchener’s Kimberley supply column, the reaction of the burghers, and the subsequent confusion as troops maneuvered near Magersfontein and Jacobdal, with casualties and shifting positions shaping the engagement.
A sale listing offers Ladies walking shoes in black or color with varying sizes and reduced prices. Men’s dress, heavy, and work shoes are shown with Globe prices and sale prices. The ad promises fiber and quality options, a girls and boys selection, and urged shoppers to attend the sale while space allowed.
A fast mail southbound on the Atlantic and West Point railway wrecked today near Oranippu creek one mile from Cusetta Phi due to a spread rail. The crash sent the sleeper car down the embankment. The dead is Reuven Oslin, an express messenger, and others are injured.
Washington March 26 pension bills favorably acted on in committee of the whole. Army appropriation bill taken up. Mr Hull in charge. concerns about deficiency. Also reports of a bank cashier theft totaling 145000 and arrest in Albany. Messages reference Burlington Route and railroad excursions to the West with promotional notes for Great Marlington Route.
Local column features humorous maxims and wry observations on life and society. The piece cites social quirks, professional foibles, and playful asides about memory, manners, and daily conduct as it threads through a dated Philadelphia Record tone. It notes a reader invitation to view a display pattern on Kansas Avenue and mentions a Kansas State Journal line.
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