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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1896
Page
12
To promote our move to Acation we announce hand some prizes for customers. First prize valued at $20 includes an eight piece silverware set with sugar bowl and syrup pitcher, gold trimmed spoonholder and more plus an engraved plate. Fourth prize valued at $6 offers two prize pieces of the same quality as the first.
Local report outlines a boy linked to bicycle thefts with police alleging involvement. Town officials received details from a patrol chief about a boy accused of stealing a bicycle, with varying accounts from residents on how the incident occurred.
A garbled notice describes weekly seaside rail service and social rooms. It mentions a judge, police, and a public alert about a suspect, with references to a rail system, and a city agent listing a local contact in Madrid for more information.
A battered OCR fragment describes Topeka police introducing new blue uniforms with brass buttons. It notes differences from old dress and mentions caps, caps, and a parade view. It highlights matching coats and trousers with white piping, and reports on uniform innovations across ranks.
The item recounts scenes from a recent incident in Auburn and mentions legal actions in district court involving Fredonia and Shawnee defendants. It notes injuries, demolished property, and various witnesses. A separate medical scare story discusses Dr. Etna’s cure claims and a Florida street San Francisco patient, with promotional notices for Dr. King’s New Discovery.
New candidates emerge for Kansas public offices as Borway county Republicans select four hopefuls for representative, with D Abberorth and Tom Jackson among the leading figures. Incumbent John E Lrazier not seeking reelection amid party realignments. Edward Lowe and others campaign amid debates on free silver and gubernatorial posts. A state convention plan, a new copper company charter, and local public notices fill out the political scene.
An old advertisement touts Sirk Winslow's Soothing Syrup for teething pain and diarrhea in children. It claims to soothe, soften gums, and cure wind colic, priced twenty five cents. A public message notes a Garfield Park Sunday concert by a band. Pond's School offers algebra and Latin.
Frank Lane announces his Topeka business will remain in the city, offering a dining room and rooms for patrons. He describes friendly service, a well heated clubroom, and a courteous staff, inviting locals to visit his established establishment and support his enterprise.
A fragmented 19th century note recounts a love affair causing insanity around Hilma Anerson alias Aullersin tenides with a brother at Gib LAvcabhtreet. The text references legal or social actions, a jury or court context, and mentions Elie mouneed and Silex Anders in obscure sequences. The record preserves names and places while outlining a troubled relationship.
Chief Mate Bt Clair Tass Crafty Ac Hon avoided arrest by stowing away aboard Sun Fraccikes in May. For three years she served as first mate on the ship Get Well under Captain Dickinson. The ship’s master did not suspect her presence until a shore departure warning and a plan to reach a distant port. Authorities pursue inquiry into her identity and past record.
Blue Rapids May g. At the Deri etato county convention delegates were chosen to represent Blue Rapids Democrats. Names include B. Miller Guoree Coulter O Nevins and John Dunven. State convention delegates for Topeka include Haynes Brandentire Rupert Stuart A Broughton Gines Mond Magill Coutts Mohlenbrick Thompson Hedger. The body endorsed the national convention slate and adopted resolutions relating to party finances and representation.
Uniformed parcel porters offer free service to arriving and departing passengers at New York City stations and ferries. Attendants will assist with chairs and baggage from early morning until late night, meeting passengers from various trains and lines, including Vandstia Pennsylvania and Ninth Avenue Elevated routes. Local laundry and cleaning ads intermingle with notices, while a Garfield Park concert is announced.
A stream of snippets from Topeka and surrounding areas notes band concerts at Pleasant Hill and Topeka parks, court activity, legal notices, and local commerce. References include Topeka district court cases, barber shops, a Mystic Brotherhood event, and upcoming Memorial Day observances with speeches and recitations.
Antonio Piatti, a young Italian immigrant from New York, is described as having attacked a man in a frenzy at Moker Rock Island pond. The report details a violent assault where he threatened and attempted to wound a spectator, drawing a weapon and causing severe injuries before being subdued.
In San Francisco on May 1 the California State Pharmacists Society voted to establish a city laboratory for the preparation of malt medicines and related compounds. The effort aims to advance drug development at a fraction of usual cost, with extensive material value cited and supported by organized groups.
A garbled account recalls Victor Wadler, convicted for the destruction of a shaft house during the Birike of 1894, being welcomed to a camp by officials. References to a celebratory Port Deen, a drill, and a parade are unclear in readable fragments.
The Santa Fe page lists return fares to St Louis Chicago Milwaukee and Washington with travel windows from May to September. Includes notes on sleeping car reservations and depot contact. Also mentions a county convention and a local medicinal ad with Pierce style products and a band concert at Garfield Park.
Fragmented dispatch describes Kauss headquarters relocated to Saint Paul for a national meeting. Mentions Major Whitney of GOAL, various delegates, custody disputes, and planned attendance by multiple officials. details are garbled but indicate a political or organizational gathering with defense and legal notes.
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