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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 06, 1898

Page

5

All County and City Schools to Join Victory Parade

Major Anderson reports inquiries from county schools about joining the parade honoring volunteer soldiers and Commodore Dewey next Tuesday. Provisions will be made to compensate schools for their place in line. Objections to Topeka pupils participating due to long waits are dismissed as unfounded. the event is a military parody and will proceed with orderly timing.

Anderson Commodore Dewey Topeka

Two Banks Break and Liquor Raids Reported

Bank Commissioner Breidenthal assumed control of the First State bank of Marion and the Commercial bank of Lehigh both in Marion county. Insolvency cited due to poor management. Sheriff Cook raided two establishments seizing liquor stock including beer whisky and other beverages. Arrests made including Nick Chiles N C Cave and A J Stone with suspects held for bonds set.

Breidenthal First State Bank of Marion Commercial Bank of Lehigh Marion County Harry E. Mason Sheriff Cook Oon Nick Chiles Conrad Mayer Chiles North Kansas Avenue N. C. Cave A. J. Stone

Creamery Charters Filed for Two New Firms

Two creamery companies filed charters with the secretary of state. Himsdale Creamery Company of Elmnsdale Chasecounty carries capital stock of $1,000 and Island Creamery Company of Lone Island shows capital stock of $1,000.

Himsdale Creamery Company Elmnsdale Chasecounty Island Creamery Comany Lone Island Phillips

Captains Elected and Local Notices Explore City Events

Gov Leedy was notified of captains elected for Hays City Roy G Marr El De Fado W H Douglass and Beloit F Charlesworth Also obituary for Mrs Fannie Coates wife of Joseph Coates who died at her Gage farm home Funeral planned at the farm residence Saturday Afternoon A program by Watsons Orchestra at Roehrs Music Store next Saturday Evening Leedy Rules meeting this evening in the city elections office Possible muster for the Leedy Rules The ad promotes Herbine medicine for liver trouble and fever cures from Geo W Stansfield Miller’s Pharmacy and 6th and Topeka avenues.

Leedy Hays City Company Roy G. Marr el de- Fado, Company W. H. Douglass Beloit Company F. Charlesworth Fannie Coates Joseph Coates Gage Farm Fannie G. G. Gage Gages Lake Oene Farm Thomas Bain L. T. Yount Commissioner Af Elections Watson's Orchestes St Recht’s Geo W. Stansfield Kan. Ave Miller's Pharmacy Cor Topeka Ave

Resolutions Support Turner for Colonel at Camp Leedy

A Smith Center Kansas company formed from Jewell Smith and Phillips counties adopts resolutions praising R. W. Turner for political faith and urging his appointment as colonel of the regiment they join at the front. Signed by committee members ek ne pa F and GEORGIA agitiziy BE. L. DILMAN.

Smith Center Leedy Kan Jewell Smith Phillips R. W. Turner Agitiziy- BE. L. Dilman Gt Committee

Four Atchison Company men dishonorably discharged

Major General Chas McCrum ordered four men from the Atchison company to be sent home in disgrace for drunkenness and disorderly conduct. Capt. Green led the squad to the state house for questioning by Private Secretary Ed Little. The men admitted to being somewhat drunk and were arranged for transport to Atchison this afternoon.

Atchison Company McCrum State House Capt Green Ed Little Leedy John W. Leedy Maj Chas Gen

Settle an Old Score at Kansas Avenue Store

Last evening at 5 o'clock two visitors entered a fruit shop at 500 Kansas Avenue and a quarrel sparked a brawl on the sidewalk. Frank Whitaker a hotel keeper and A B White a storekeeper were arrested for disturbing the peace after a confrontation that ended with both men posting $10 bail. Assistant Secretary Roosevelt severed ties with the Navy Department and prepared to depart for San Antonio Texas.

Kansas Avenue Frank Whitaker A. B. White Williams Whitaker White

Alaskan Homestead Bill and Santa Fe Train Note

An accommodation train named in Topeka at 7 20 a m is praised for speed and equipment surpassing other similar trains. Washington reports May 6 that the house agrees to the conference report on the general Alaskan homestead and right of way. Peerless Steam Laundry offers quick laundry service without extra charge.

Santa Fe Topeka Washington The Hose

Special Sale at Z R B Dry Goods Store

Z R B Dry Goods Store announces a special sale tomorrow with new store goods at lowest cash prices. The ad highlights plain figures, one price for all, cash sales, and a money back refund if prices are equaled elsewhere.

Dress Goods Dept Specials in Silk and Patterned Fabrics

In our dress goods dept. specials list full lines of silks and patterns with deep discounts. Includes lining and trimming silks, wash silks, chiffons, Peau de Sole, satin duchess, gros grain, and novelty fabrics with prices slashed well below competing offers. Also offers dress patterns and wool blends with substantial reductions and a window display of styles.

Wash Goods May Seven Linen and Linen Sale

Wash Goods sale advertised for Saturday May 7 featuring Hummer cloths at 6c to 4c, organdies from 5c to 18c, mull and cardinals at reduced prices, all wool shawls and linens offered, with notes of in town and out of town buyers and a continuation of a linen sale set for Thursday May 5.

Prints and Percales Sale Notice

Saturday sale offers prints at 4c for 3c values and 3%c for 3c pieces. Percales advertised with multiple exchanges including 6tc for 6tc and 12téc for 10%c, plus other small value trades.

Gent's Furnishing Goods Sale Primer Rosy Ties

Rufus Waterhouse ties advertised at 30c for 650 value and 5c for 500 value alongside 25c deals on 40c Waterhouse ties. Promotes Waterhouse as the world’s fine tie maker and style authority.

Rufus Waterhouse Waterhouse

Ribbon stock advertised at city’s finest prices

Local shop promotes an assortment of ribbons including new Fine RSbons praised as highly sought after and offered at prices below competitors.

Bargain Quilts Line Priced To Move Today

Sharp savings on quilts shown at reduced prices. Items range from 35c to 2.90 with many below a dollar. Shoppers are urged to view the line and compare values before buying.

Lace Curtains Sale Priced Below Competition

Elegant line of lace curtains in all grades from cheap to finest Irish point. Portieres in stylish patterns offered at low prices. Curtains valued at $1.00 to $3.00 discounted to 8 to 2.50 dollars. Higher grade curtains up to £15.00 praised at $10.00 per pair. Seeds described as beautiful and cheaper than in Kansas City.

National Waist Company Kansas City

Corsets Show Proper Craft in Our Dress Department

Our corset selection for the coming season features carefully designed pieces built to the highest standards. Each item reflects study and skill, aiming to meet the wearer’s needs with quality construction and reliable fit, distinguishing them from inferior imitations offered elsewhere.

Royal Worcester Corsets Promise Comfort and Fit

A timeless catalog line touts Royal Worcester Corsets as the best in corsetry promising a Perfect Figure, comfort of body, and peace of mind with a persuasive trial.

20 Gold Piece Gift Drawn From Store Card Promotion

A newspaper ad offers a 20 gold piece to the buyer who accumulates the most letter A cards by May 30, with silverware prizes for B and C card leaders. Cards placed in 50 cent purchases, counted by three disinterested persons, to deter lottery vibes. Belts advertised in metal and leather, up-to-date and cheap.

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