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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 31, 1898
Page
8
A stranger introduces himself as a professional exterminator in Worthington. He negotiates a contract to rid a dilapidated property of rats after a brief confrontation with the wary proprietor. The man returns with evidence of success and asks for payment, leaving the street quiet and the neighbors curious.
Fragmentary text shows a Union Pacific schedule note with times near Topeka and an option to take a Limited train. Reading is patchy, but references a departure or arrival around late afternoon with multiple stations mentioned and a connection to a Topeka line.
Tart November Mr. Jen James of 225 W Peari St Juddittn was near death with a rapid wasting illness and ulceration. A friend gave Brazilian Balm to relieve pain and the doctor approved its use. James improved quickly and by February returned to work with strong, healthy weight and renewed vigor.
Fragmented OCR passage mentions cough remedies and stimulants claiming to affect nerves and restore health. References a Brazilian balm and a company A J Arnett & wholesale, with dubious claims about destroying lung bugs and reviving diseased organisms.
Local notes reveal a bustling Topeka social scene with mentions of community meetings, theater openings, church events, political remarks, and various residents' activities. Names like Potwige, Kirgle, and M. R. Su appear amid reports on upcoming performances, civic gatherings, and domestic notices.
A garbled page lists numerous rental offerings including furnished and unfurnished rooms at 6d Mannie st and 42 Quincy st, six room cottages near West Twelfth st, and a seven room dwelling on Lincoln with modern conveniences. Also advertised are sales of multiple city homes, vacant lots near Santa Fe Shops, and a range of farm and horse listings, with contact points at Journal office and local agents.
City of Topeka invites sealed proposals by March 3 for sidewalks of vitrified brick to be constructed under ordinance, with specific width options, land foundation, and brick quality. Proposals require a certified check of $500, a guaranteed performance bond, and a signed contract on award. Bids to be opened April 1 at 5:00 p.m. under Mayor and City Clerk supervision.
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