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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1897
Page
8
A Topeka retailer advertises a Tuesday sale at Star Grocery Wholesale and Retail, quoting bulk discounts on groceries, meats, and produce. It highlights turkey, celery, oysters, canned goods, soaps, breakfast items, and flour with specific bulk price breaks and emphasis on Thanksgiving dinner supplies.
An old catalog snippet lists assorted beverages and blends including Choler Tio Comes Mocha and Juva Colles with varied packaging sizes. Also mentioned are Waiteepee CyMtee and Japan Tea Young Hyson, plus Guarowider Tea and Cunes and Sanbum blends in different weights.
The notice highlights theater listings with Crawford theater shows featuring a champion and a New York Casino success play. It outlines ticket prices and mentions matinee and evening performances, with a focus on the Crawford theater attractions including The Field Minstrels and other acts.
The hunting party Misses spelling here returned from the Indian Territory 49 miles west of Chickasaw after a trip noted for fine sport. Duncan was accidentally shot during the expedition, the only wound being to his upper lip. Br he Sim and Mr Duncan rode in on a horse before he was seen. several shots struck him but caused no lasting harm. Authorities were avoided to prevent government arrest.
Alderman Gen. A. Durrum received six years and a half of hard labor in the penitentiary for demanding a bribe on behalf of a group of 16 aldermen. Bond set at five thousand dollars pending motion for new trial. Public notices and local schedule items follow, including train times and unrelated medical ads.
The Veriscops promoters announced a planned February 2% fight night to let fans view the contest. Billy Lavigne and Jon Walcott signed for a 137 pound bout with weigh in four hours prior. Sally Smith and George Dixon also urged for a match at a future February meeting in this city.
Washburn defeated Manhattan 36 to 0 as Montalan 38 to 0 in Topeka. The game saw Washburn's star Barrer and Stahl shine while a disputed Mayfield-like substitution by Phil Brown sparked controversy. Manhattan was hampered by injuries with four regulars sidelined, but played solid defense in a one sided contest.
The Topeka Camera Club won continued membership after submitting lantern slides that impressed the Interchange board. The exchange consists of elite clubs nationwide and displays views from cotton regions to lake districts. The club will exhibit in the chess room with a large screen, shown biweekly to members of the Camera Club and the T A A.
Kansas City Medics defeat Kansas 2 to 0 with both teams failing to score. A Kansas man was ruled offside in the first half for safety, and a medic carryover near his own goal line sparked dispute. Mosse of Kansas wore metal plates under his uniform, sidelining him briefly.
An accidental pre arranged meeting occurred last night in the Midland hotel dining room between Ingalls and Fitz and Siske spoke briefly, with both parties noting it was unplanned and the event drew notable attention from Kansas City observers.
In view of the rugs origin this sale offers the best chance to add pieces to your collection. About one hundred rugs included with prices ranging from seven to eighty five dollars for many types including Shirvan Kazak Daghestan and Royal Bokhara rugs.
Classified listing offers 25 and 30 cent black Saxony mittens at 15 cents a pair. 100 dot fancy bordered hats with eight sides, hats to be sold. White plain linen starchy hats at 50 cents each. One dozen men s cotton undershirts and drawers at 25 cents each.
An upholstery department catalog lists numerous fabric and curtain price cuts. Entries show declines from 75¢ to 1.50 per pair for many curtain types, with specific reductions on Cluny, Irish Point, Tambour, Muslin, Brussels, and Chenille curtains. Specials include yardage discounts on Silkoline and denim and curtain muslin reductions.
A fresh stock of ART LINENS arrives featuring S inch and 9 inch dollies and 12 inch dollies plus 18 inch center pieces.
An awkward post luncheon scene unfolds as Senator Ingalls speaks briefly to a crowd. Spectators press around, while a reporter recalls past conduct and a muffled exchange ends with smiles and handshakes before the senator exits to a lobby throng.
President Hart returns from Philadelphia noting supportive legislation while rumors swirl that Capt. Anson travels to Europe with A Spalding. Officials insist the trip is a vacation with no trades. Kilpatrick challenges Tincler to two races for £50 aside to be run at two distances.
Washington nov 2 reform efforts by the postoffice department target careless mail handling and outdated cancellation. officials report 3 percent to 10 percent improvement in proper canceling since early in the administration. Perry Heath leads enforcement with reports routed to delinquent offices. a committee will inspect stamping devices through jan 1 to choose durable simple and cheaper hand stamps or cancellation machines for small and large offices alike.
An irritable man can be worked over into a quieter fellow with proper digestion. The text warns that poor digestion leads to brain issues and restless, fretful behavior. It suggests artificial digestion can arrest digestive prowess and delay interference in serious manners.
San Franelaca Nov 2 A correspondent from Chatinmala City reports the Guatemalan government will exclude Chinese nationals. A decree requires all Chinese residents to register within two months or face expulsion after the period ends. A gunboat Wheeling factory tests continue in San Francisco with further trials after a successful trial voyage to Honolulu.
New York reports the will of Henry George probate today, leaving his entire estate including the Fort Hamilton home valued around 35 000 and his book copyright to his widow. His political economy book, years in the making, will be published within months. Also noted is the death of Dr Michael O Toole in San Francisco from pneumonia, a Wesford Ireland native and noted surgeon and scientist. A bicycle race meet is set for Halstead Newton on Thanksgiving Day with local riders racing against Marion entrants.
The Universities of Missouri and Kansas will meet in Kansas City on Thanksgiving Day. Tickets priced at $2.00 offer a trip package, with sale starting November 24 and return slated for November 26.
Watch sale ad invites buyers to reserve watches for holiday gifts with a 10 percent deposit. H Morrison advertises extra tow pricks on watches purchased during the event and provides storage for later pickup. Also promotes a medicinal remedy for bilious colic and stomach pains and services from Peerless Steam Laundry offering free mending and button sewing.
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