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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1895
Page
11
The Golden Eagle promotes a fall line of summer apparel for June to August, insisting items are “thin enough” for hot waves. Mohairs, Serges, Pongees, Brilliantines, Flannels, and more, priced from 5 cents to 600 dollars, urge readers to buy now before the weather turns.
Governors and bankers gathered in Library hall for a Kansas Bankers Association session. Governor Morrill urged stricter banking laws and depositor guarantees, while a parade of judges and bankers discussed paper quality, bank exams, and measures to protect against losses. The event featured critical speeches, a lengthy address by Judge Thacher, and a plan for a revised bank resolution to be studied by the association and submitted for broader approval.
Five dozen parasols and fine satines discounted to 15c and 39c respectively while a broad stock of ladies shirt waists belts and caps go on sale. Leather belts and Turkey Red table linen offered at special prices with guarantees, plus men and boys apparel promoted at record low prices.
A brief note reflects on the value of thirty five cents and the goods it can purchase, inviting readers to consider purchasing power and daily needs in the current market.
A Topeka Clearing House association banquet drew about a hundred Kansas bankers and guests to the Throop hotel. The festive menu featured clams, salmon, cigars and a lighted phosphorescent atmosphere as speeches from Banker leaders and state figures followed a toast to the Kansas banker. Notables included P. L. Bonebrake as toastmaster, T. P. Moore, George T. Anthony, Edward Wilder, J. K. Hudson, Jobe, L. Atherton, and John Seaton. The event closed after midnight with remarks on sound money and safe credit and a postbanquet gathering hosted by the wives of Topeka Clearing House members.
Colby Tribune editor notes extensive small irrigation plants springing up across Thomas and nearby counties. Ground is in good condition from frequent showers and crop prospects look favorable for wheat. Local farmers invest to sustain families even if crops fail.
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