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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 18, 1896

Page

5

The Star Grocery ad lists assorted staples and prices

A long price list from The Star Grocery Wholesale and Retail features 22 pound sacks of California granulated sugar, patent flour, coffees, lard, evaporated fruits, canned goods, beans, raisins, canned salmon, and other staples. It promises full weight and refunds if not as represented.

California Perth Califurnia Boston Bot Pettijoln’s Breakfast Fond Ralston Rcmiour

Turkey Control Plan Crews in Vote Era Debate

The article outlines a government plan to govern the country and discusses political figures and ministers in a debate over future power. It notes party positions, concerns about integrity, and the political process leading to public decision. The piece references Edgar Vincenti and other ministers while describing the general mood and stakes of impending measures.

Repamshile Darepaan Minieiie Kedgar Vincenti Vet Ollemnat Tinker Dergiftil Ptate

Electrolysis Causes Water Main Rupture in City

Kansas City officials report another water main break caused by electrolysis. A severed pipe on Mia h street between Wynming and Genie avenues shows heavy pitting from electrical current. Electricians confirm escaping currents worsen damage. city crews vow upgraded wiring to prevent further incidents.

Kansas City Lonawell Water Department Board of Public Works Maine Eareer Ierea Ke Grover Metropali Elbukentpeld

Postmen Must Not Shore Federal Official Seea Carrier Emok ing

A historical item notes an order arising from a federal official regarding mail carriers and a directive related to shipping and prices. The text references Washington and a named carrier in a period voice, implying regulatory actions affecting delivery practices and service terms.

Washington Geherk Jones General Price Fields Mercaerlers Trey Menos Weshington Halpigh

Divide Fair Estate Valuation Report From Court

The estate is valued at about 17 million dollars with a commission to determine the shares among named heirs. Key figures include James G File and Bayes Sack Fhenald Beanies as trustees, with expert opinions and appraisals guiding the final distribution and property valuations in this probate matter.

Ian Frankview Noy James G Lee

Northern Palaitle Reorganized Chicas Nov 1s

Washington dispatch reports reorganized Chicas and discussions of gold reserves, with references to weathering war and political shifts. The piece mentions Edwards Blithe and tablets Marti Stren Seerin Wry Merieie and Metibeibirt Thertecle, plus broader notes on erup aire and a cold Friday.

el Mn Daegar Washington Dales

Horses for France in Kansas City Trade Brief

A Kansas City dealer considers shipping a good horse to France at about forty dollars in expenses. A. Momeu of Lol Daneel & Co of Catan France reports horses are bought in the United States to meet French demand, with a steamship service from Newport News to Calais, France. The cross Atlantic trip takes six weeks.

Kansas City Qrest France A. Momeu Tid Fey Lol Daneel & Co Catan Kansan Bowebt Stroy Enty Gow Pati Bordeaux United States Kentucky Patil Srott Melhean Bening Tan Newport Lons Calaly Una Ocean

Elected U S Senator Adumm Narrowly Edged in Ga Vote

Fragmentary article notes Democratic candidate Adumm of Georgia narrowly won a U S Senate seat yesterday. Populists split their three votes among Wee Phillips and HepatiiGine, with Hageon receiving the remainder of their three votes.

Es & Ciny Adumm Chay Alnator Thay Wee Phillips Tie

To Affirm Jackson's Sentence Rumor in Ky

Fragmentary item notes alleged appeal in Kentucky with references to Jackson, Gardin, Peart Bryan, and Aluijco Watling. The text appears garbled and uncertain about dates, outcomes, or official actions.

Jackson Stort Jackin Aluijco Peart Bryan

Election tally and Mason's role cited in Kentucky race

Fragmentary OCR notes show a vote count 12 for McKinley and 1 for Bryan, with references to Frankfort Nov 1 and Kentucky. Mentions Mason's act as an elector and Meininies, Devan Wy, and a 796 AMP figure. Indicates Mason’s role in the electors’ selection.

McKinley Bryan Prankfort Kentuckya Meiinies Sud Mason Sam Vols Tryar Eléetors

Weather Indications From Nov Weather Notes

Weather report fragment mentions winds and rain risk for Chicago area in November. Indicates unsettled conditions and possible temperature shifts, with references to forecast terms and local street mentions. Strong entities include Chicago and November.

Chicago Adarnis

Topeka Creamery Start Up Proposal Faces Funds

A Topeka discussion urges a $2000 seed to launch a creamery, with plans advancing if funding is secured. Local businessmen and the Commercial Club back a cooperative effort, while opposition cites public duty and taxation concerns. The plan envisions new manufacturing ventures and job creation, but faces debate over start costs and land terms at Firat and bocce.

Siesley Nideley Caseig Abdermlarn Norj-Rest Coe Nwahare Wayne Frayery Maeich Mary Tales Ite Davie Commerci Club Topeka Wwe Mommerdial Club Euch Wichita Cys Nisuley Santa Fe

Woman Kisses Corpses Stir in St Louis Mania

Nov 18 St Louis reports a sensational case of a woman obsessed with kissing dead bodies. She lured visitors at a morgue and exhibited corpses, with authorities and medical figures involved. Her actions drew public outrage and prompted medical and law enforcement attention.

St Louis Bi Louth St Louby Moreue Riedesis Barthonm Ashkell Erie Lefrank Hort Boyt Pette Keine

Fortifications and defense work under new appropriations

Decipherable portions describe Gen. Washington era fortification planning funded by current year appropriations. Mentions placing machinery and defenses, with projections for future years, and notes on readiness for emergencies, ongoing preparations, and strategic aims amid rising tensions. Names and places are partially garbled but refer to military leaders and defense sites.

Washington Ned Do Miles Colonie Frank Maines Palipe Ami Moeere China Dan Tomdy Terence QuRety

Historical Soulety Meeting at Statehouse Proceedings Noted

A historic Soulety meeting occurred at the Statehouse yesterday afternoon with a largely out-of-town attendance. Governor Moret presided. secretary Addai and various officials outlined committees, appointments, and proposed reforms for the state library and historical society with adjournment pending further action.

Statehouse Rite House Moret Seertary Addai Mtid Roi Dine Gette Irontrie Memierishe Abaries Rotinget x-Bovet George T Artheny Haresy T. Derieht Thacher Whacher J. I. Abbott de Soto Jane Speer Wientras J. i Tunkin Sternogs Wo Woodward Tiawrente Eaves Taser Kataity J. Pi Legare Leavernworth Wy UW Smith Marysville Fiji Semple Cetus Misa Erte Mile Davy Kernan A. J. Arfold Copurm Juho Gullets Sohn Mulvate Wins Lines JA. Drownen McKeeer A Me Eta Axtiur Capper Cowell Ae Lallin Fred Wellhoses Ruce de Ware Ain

Washburn Concert Delights with Noted Performers

The Washburn concert featured a fine program with a student choir and instrumental soloists. Highlights included violin pieces and a piano portrayal by Mina Wood, while performers such as Lavern Wren and Shults from Chicano contributed to a varied, well received evening.

Mtudeite Waeribiern Llores Iit Lavern Wren Panitemt Dent Ise Haglef

Local Farmer Seeks Market Sale Approach

The text describes a county figure named Lenit owning a farm and running it for him, with mentions of buying supplies and selling products at market. It notes efforts to secure favorable terms, pricing at roughly one cent per something, and references to honesty and traditional dealings.

Tom Lenit

Li and the Empress in a Westernizing Dinner Scene

A chaotic dialogue unfolds at a imperial court dinner as Li Hong Chang argues with the dowager empress about age, America, and modern manners. The scene features lines about American slang, a new drink inventor, and a dramatic expulsion of Li from court while other figures react with shock and humor.

China Asia Amnerica America Juan Asuerion Maine Shane “Lala Sol Mr. Ickes Li Hong Chang

Fragmentary note with puzzling phrasing and names

The readable text shows a garbled message referencing person names such as Rin and Courter, mentions of praise for a tug, and a quoted line about an office in a following fort. The passage appears as a damaged archival fragment with unclear context and no coherent event.

Minstrel Prices Shock Townsfolk Says Manager Says

A fragmented local notice describes a touring show by Schilling and his company offering cheap acts at popular prices. The audience in Topalis was large though not crowded while manager Schilling, based in Denver, travels with the troupe each winter.

Teeke Cheelos Muwt Topalis Mir. Schillingiver Denver Thre Simmer Hie

Methodist Missions Debate Sets Grants for Bulgaria and Italy

Detroit November meeting of the general mission group approved an annual appropriation of 5100 for steady work next year. A report from the German work favored coordinating Western and Methodist efforts with Germany if Westerners ceded property to authorities and complied with discipline. Contingent allocations and changes affected native missions and foreign mission support totaling about 6510.

Detroit Novy Bulgaria Atexico and HAO Italy Germany Lemme Foreign Mission Teseutrd

Actress Kitten Mitchell Dupes Followers in Quick Change Act

Detectives shadow actress Kittie Mitchell as she performs a quick change routine in New York. Hidden during the act, bookmakers Harry Ramelli and a second observer watch for fans and obtain a supposed plan to elope with a leading man. The scene ends with Mitchell escorted from the Tremont House to her trainer’s home as investigators pursue an alleged scheme.

Kittie Mitchell Usitage Kittie Aitehell Es & Oubros Yeria Ailiwm Arnon” Comaneny Mk Rew York Haveover House of Exectty Waqbash Avenue Mitchell Meike Harry Ramuelli New York Ranojico Chicago Stitchell Tre Che Waren Abe Saud cMewwe Faye Yuntuntay Mir Ramee

North Topewa notes and town yarns in cryptic column

A fragmented North Topeka era page lists local names, errands, and events. Mentions of Dr Ryder, Captain South, Mrs Gline, and Rev W Barchininets appear among scattered notes on visits, sermons, social gatherings, and property concerns.

Kimball Prising Company Kineaa Ryder Carmel Coal Tryeton FF Ewart N. Kan Avenue J. & Collet Mashattan Feanrhes Ataniin Ibn Hoyton Lise Stella Hamilton Munday Mutlone Morton Banu Purkhorat Gilli Gil E.R Tiley Madheizan Riley Quincy Treet Mra. Gline Tosszville Mra Suis Minger Sliver Lake Fackson Street B.C Odedricn Welodgne Barchininets Crinety Camingotuan Terence Etterdeon Luluens Soeata Morse Marth Ma Petr Anny Detroit

Homeseekers Excursion to Arkansas and Nearby Territories

A brief notice details a Santa Fe Route excursion titled Home Road for homeseekers departing November 37 aboard a Buccalier service. The trip offers fares of S260 to reach Arkansas, Astrona Indian Territory Louisiana New Mexico and related areas with a fifteen day schedule. Departure is Wed or Fri with intermediate stops. timetable lists Cromwehl and Jat as post office references and a North Topela contact number 364.

Santa Buccalier Pottis Arkatiens Astrona Indian Tertiory Louisiana New Mexico Oxeps Neifteen Cromwehl Jatfers Mt Postofice North Topela Pete

Burlington Route Half Rates Plus $2.00 Promoted by Agent Wakeley

W. P. Wakeley passenger agent promotes half rates plus $2.00 on Burlington Route. Advertises through trains from Missouri River to northern routes via old Burlington line with observation cars and sightseeing at Sioux City. Pamphlets on Minnesota and Nebraska travel available. consult local agents for rates and schedules.

Burlington Recember Land Rpiind Tri Saystte Netvecka Dean Mereoming Steck Devoyet St. Louie Ioane Ebreska Mleboset Hebraska Tates and Vine Fram Gery L Paul

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the Star Grocery Turkey Reach Psuis RC. Flower Throop Sotier Fort Doerd Aretehoxn Hore Washburn R.stail Ae A Roe Ees Li and the Empress Ho Feng Barner Clare Hermilr Boerder Srry Breches Hosten Courter Wrot End Schilling Methodist Missions North Topewa Gertrude Tirane Fhetr Howe Babes Tie Bull Pisa Mbuah Ecittite Smith Aoee Chisy Hider Churien Ae Mi Homeseekers’ Excursion W. ©. Garvey
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