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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1895
Page
5
W J Black delivers bold statements amid local business matters in Hays. Reports describe his recent actions and public stance as the community eyes potential profits and political implications.
A long, spirited city note discusses Topeka hosting a large festival, aiming to attract crowds with new entertainments, reduced prices, and safer, wholesome fun. It envisions a midwestern pageant week tying parades, theater, and civic pride to draw visitors and boost the local economy.
A medicine show robbery led to a chase and arrest as officer Burgess traced a thief to Bedwell's asylum near the Topeka cemetery. George Fisher, a recently arrived man, was found with a stolen gold watch given by a colored girl. He was turned over to the state amid a crowded church service.
Mayor P A Hock announces Leavenworth apple carnival on October 8 with city wide decorations and an apple arch on Delaware street. Electric Railway Co to light arches, floats, and pyramids feature city interests amid a festive parade and business participation. Prof E G Foster writes U S history reference manual to be printed by Topeka Printing with maps. Phonograph entertainment at Central church October 22 with ten cent admission.
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