Local notices mix of civic items and travel notes
A Topeka area weekly page reports street work on Kansas avenue and East Sixth street, a derailed westbound car retreating from the East Sixth street viaduct, and a crematory franchise extension request. It notes Evangelist Clara Hazelrigg's return from Illinois lectures and a county high school principal guiding effort.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. T. McParland
Wil Mnake
J. A. Rosen
Celia Plamfund
Rosen
T. A.A
Shrader
Topeka
Crematory Com
Kaw
Thomason
East Sixth Street
Santa Fe
Evangelier
Clara H. Hazelrigg
Illinois
Lincoln
Nebraska
Hazelsizg
Effingham
Kansas
J. W. Wilson
Real Estate Transfers Mixed Among Several Buyers
The notice lists multiple property transfers including Wm Grassie and wife selling to FP Forbes for 250 dollars covering lots 54 and 32 Adams Street in Keith's addition, A Popenoe selling to M R Popenoe for 100 dollars including several lots and avenues in Highland Park, J A Myers selling to J M Roof for 600 dollars on Ven Buren Street in Clark's addition, and several other parcels in Lin phebh and surrounding subdivisions. It also references the Shawnee Gulloline and Loan association in a separate transfer and mentions district opinions in Oakland about annexation into Topeka’s Seventh ward with Garvey family names appearing in various lines.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wm Grassie
FP Forbes
Adams Street
Keith
Hendersoin
Lane
Martin & Dennis
H. Garvey
C. A. Garvey
Big Musical Events At Topeka Chorus Concert Season
Topeka Choral union outlines a rich season with October 21 concert by Suzanne Adams and Dee Stern, plus Musin Concert company and Westminster Abbey boys choir appearances. November 7 soloists lineup announced, Messiah plans for State Teachers meeting, January concerts and March oratorio under Prof. Penily. December 10 Westminster Abbey choir comes with Branecombe and Hooton. November 1 membership cap set. Bryan heads east for Europe trip.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tépéka Choral Union
Metba
Seeeees Society
Seractaae
Suzanmeagane Concert Company
Dee Stern
Vivoncellist
George Crampton
Suzanne Adams
Aees
Anda Nordica
Topeka
Choral Society
Musin
Choral Union
Signer Musin
Poten Burov
America
Soprang
Frest
Mirkin
Westminster Abbey
Edward Branecombe
Marie Hooton
Otiefr
Farmillay
England
George B. Penily
Washburn School “of Fine Arts
Sessions Close Today at Shawnee Sunday School Conference
The Shawnee convention concludes with sessions addressing Sunday school work and duties. Delegates heard discussions led by T. Pranks of Winfield on teacher responsibilities, and Nelson spoke on Sabbath desecration. Attendance ran about sixty.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Shawnee
Central Congregational
Aise Seerentiog
T. Pranks
Winfield
State Association
Franks
Nelson
Loonveniiape
Pie plan at Kansas Day banquet sparks two dollar plate promise
At a Copsland club meeting in Aspen Dodge City leaders and Congressman Viet Murdock discussed a Kansas Day supper with a two dollar plate price to replace last year's three dollars. The plan envisions a substantial meal with pumpkin pies, modest features, and the word harmony attached to a standing table initial H. Various club officers and guests, including ex-presidents, were mentioned as invited attendees.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ralph
Kansas
Copsland
Viet Murdock
Tutner Nellis
Clad Hamilton
W. E. Davies
Dodge City
W. ¥. Morgan
Murdock
Billy Morgan
Mr. Murdock
Ralph Fixon
Rane
Congress
Washington
Dynomethods
Coures
Representative Hall
Mr. Murdork
George Hayden
Henry
Washburn Faces Emporia in Season Opener
The Washburn football team heads to Emporia to open their season against the State Normal. Washburn aims to prove new linebackers and line play can stand up to Emporia’s attack. Coach Kennedy announces the starting backfield and line, with substitutes listed for depth. Officials for the game include Quigley of St. Marys, Nichols of Emporia, and Hughes of Topeka.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washburn
Imperia
Echoo
Behonl
St. Marys College
Emporia
Ste Ck
Kennedy
Dudisman
I Brown
Guart
Bieler
Hill
Cunningham
Starved to Death in New York Tenement
Afty-ten years old seamstress Jane Zucker died of heart disease worsened by starvation in a Twenty-fifth Street back room. Neighbors aided her, but she refused help until another resident found her dead on the floor. she had long lived nearby and was said to come from a good family and be well educated.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Nct
Jane Zucker
Afty
Veteran Chicago fireman Casey Reed dies in parade accident
Acla-marnun Casey Reed, an elderly volunteer fireman in Chicago, died from a concussion after a Tuesday accident during a Michi enne parade event. As veterans pulled antique equipment down the street, several fell to the pavement to avoid colliding with a fire engine, suffering bruises and injuries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Acla
Marnun Casey
Reed
Michienne
Miss Levan and Leavitt to Wed at Fairview Home
Lincoln, Neb. reports the marriage ceremony of Miss Huth Levan to William Homer Leavitt will be held tonight at the country home of Br. Me Fairview. About 100 guests expected. Dr Huntington of Nebraska Wesleyan University to officiate. Relatives of the bride present include Mrs A J Leavitt of Newport News. The groom’s father, Mr Bryth, has canceled engagements to attend.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lincoln
Neb
Huth Levan
William Homer Leavitt
Fairview
Huntington
Nebraska Wesleyan University
A. J. “Leavitt
New~ Port
Roel
Bryth
New York
Ohio
Book Covers From Cotton Cloth and Color Printing
A Springfield Union article describes the binding of books using cloth from cotton fabric and color machines. It covers cloth preparation, silk-like impressions, steel engraving rolls, and the expensive process that yields high prices per yard, noting city artisans who specialize in custom covers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sibieh
Mate
Springfield
Had but 17 cents
Detectives arrested William Hayes Bonner, a former butler, in Chicago after a pursuit from St. Louis to New York and Cleveland. He is sought for the theft of diamonds valued at 4000 dollars and 200 dollars in cash from Mrs Niedringhaus during a party. Police believe the gems will be recovered in Chicago.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Wilam Hayes Bonner
Wiliam Jacnard
Alexander Niedringhans
St. Oaks
St. Louis
New York
Cleveland
Great Car Shortage Grips U S Railroads In October
Chicago reports a national rail car shortage as railroads struggle to accept all traffic. Pacific Shore Line President Brows warns the system needs urgent supply of 1,500 box cars daily, with other lines facing even higher needs to cover expanding mileage and traffic.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Pake Shore
Mayor Quit Work In New York Address Leads To Strain
The labor mayor Stephen Charters of Ansonti Conn and a companion faced a walkout by iron workers in New York. The incident spurs a plea about the mayoral leadership and constitution. Dr. Fowlie Rxtract & Wad Strawberry.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New- York
Qct
Stephen Charters
Ansonti, Conn
Sonia
New
Fowlie
Continental Creamery to Install Fire Protection System
Continental Creamery Company under direction of a city official prepares a modern fire protection system for its large creamery building housing 260 workers. Two stairways with landings will be added for safe egress. Twenty five extinguishers will be placed throughout and a standpipe will run from basement to garret with one on each floor, mirroring the Santa Fe offices.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Continental Creamery Company
Ate
Marshal Wit[iarth
Noor
Santa Fe
Stabbing on Santa Fe Train Near City
A man from Denver to Kansas, J Williams, was fatally stabbed on a Santa Fe train near here by four assailants who fled as the train neared the city. Williams allegedly beat the victim for money and was stabbed in the abdomen with a knife. He lies in a hospital in a dying condition.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Puthio
Col. Ort
J. Williams
Denver
Kansas
Santa Fe
Stradger
Williams
President backs reciprocity pledge amid calls for extra session
Washington reports pressure on the president to avoid a November extraordinary session while reaffirming commitment to making the reciprocity treaty effective on a specified date. Chicago notes a university crowd backed Mayor Seth Low for president, with remarks recalling Governor McKinley and past presidents.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Congress
Comedic Roosevelts Word Stirs Student Cheer
A speaker crowned the Roosevelts as potential president and challenged the mayor of a great city to follow, a remark met with cheers from students as the crowd roared. The boast-like line drew headlines as campus spirit peaked during the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vee
Roosevel
United States
Topeka Automobilists Form Permanent Club
The temporary organization of the Topeka Automobile Club was made permanent at a meeting of automobile owners at the Tope Automobile and Cycle company office. Officers reelected were J. M. Padgett president L S. Wyman treasurer and R D Montgomery secretary. A five member committee was appointed to draft by laws and rules for the civic club with a next meeting set for Friday October 16 at 7 30 pm at the same place.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Toeke Automobile Club
Tope Automobile and Cysle Company
J. M. Paugett
Wyman
Treamager
R. D. Montgomery
George Burghart
J. F. Billings
W. Lymat
I. Maunsell
C. H. Morrison
EK. J. MacDowell
Norris
J. M. Padgett
C. W. Snyder
W. Swearingen
TB Wyman
Messra Billings
Maunnell
MacDowell
Mont Pla
Clement Smith
Fridey
John Wright Named Guardian for Aunt Sally Rutherford
Probate Judge Hayden appoints John Wright as guardian for Aunt Sally Rutherford. She questions honesty of the guardian but the court assures he is honest to the extreme.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sally Rutherford
Hayden
John Wright
Sally
Ex Chief Donovan Catches a Thief on West Fifth Street
Former Chief Tim Donovan chased a man with a salt box after spotting him running down an alley near the Throop hotel. He confronted the man and asked about the contents, receiving a boastful reply about cheap clothes. The odd episode ends with both men walking away.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tim Donovan
West Fifth Street
Fourth Street
Throop Hotel
Jim
Mehlag
Dean
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Pary
Milo G. Stoo
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Mr. Bryan
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