Fragments of Topeka Notes—Weather, Roads, Meetings, and Prices
A crowded jumble of town items mentions London weather patterns, road improvements at Junction City, and the evolving tone of local events. References include Topeka officials, regents, merchants, and social gatherings, with notes on housing, sales, and the national guard. The piece hints at community activity, ongoing registrations, and civic concerns shaping daily life.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Wright
Junction City
McPhernes
Maine
Judae A. T
Cammerstel
Topeka
Wuldiecs
Hamser Bellnree
Trem
Nean Panera
Shobbee
Arid
Stormont
National Guard
Quiblewe
Businiene Fisit
Benilemente
Ena
Sumner Lyst
Sart Tela
Serres
Gault Eagle
Okbahomn
Ransas City Journal
Alaska S wants and congress memorial to Alaska district
The Alaska territorial convention adjourned after a week of work and adopted a memorial to Congress. It calls for additional district court judges a delegate to Congress probate powers and magistrate roles for city incorporations and two changes of civil and criminal codes. It seeks education for white children a civil code and procedures plus land and mineral law reforms to curb large-ownership grabs. John G. Price of Skagway was chosen to go to Washington in the interests of Alaskans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Juneau
Alaska
Seattle
Alaska Territorial
Seaston
Congress
John G. Price
Skug- Uay
Washoe
District Court
Justices of the Peace
Northern Pacific To Build Red Stone Seattle Depot
The Northern Pacific announces plans for a red stone three story Seattle depot and terminal, costing about 5000000 dollars with the depot itself over 260000 dollars. The water front land secures a direct dock approach, amidst a long dispute with the Great Northern over Seattle waterfront control.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Northern Pacific
St Paul
Minn, Aug
Seattle
Great Northern
Transpacific Steamship Company
Mexico and United States pledge restraint after border clashes
Mexican and American officials expressed regret over the border incident and agreed to deploy troops to the scene to keep peace. Washington ordered a concentration of U S troops near Huachuca to restore order and prevent further escalation.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
Root
Ex Mayor John Black Dies in Milwaukee at 71
Obituary notes former Milwaukee mayor John Black dying at his home at age 71. The influential, wealthy figure led city affairs and business circles for years. Also mentions Henry Peakes named chevalier of the Legion of Honor by Paris journal for active Franco American trade negotiations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Black
Milwaukee
John Black
Hugi Health
As le Grovery Co
Paris
Journal of Tcei
Henry Peakes
American Chamber of Commercy
Legion of Humor
Lincoln Ladies Entertain Topeka In Musical Recital
Lincoln Matinee Musical Organization performed at Library hall Topeka with Miss Silence Dales 17 showcasing a rare Italian violin from 1624. Mrs Will Owen Jones and Miss Anna Gertrude Childs sang with David Allen Campbell and Ethel Lyford accompanying. the event drew Topeka society and featured an elaborate four course breakfast and a later thimble party hosted by Mrs D C McCray and Mrs D P Paxton.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Library Hall
Ele
Lincoln
Neb
Miss Silence Dales
Miss Dales
Alexander Gagtiano
Guelinsi
Antonio Stradavarias
Dales
Omaha
Choden
Re Thomas Chicago
J. 5. Deles
University of Nebraska
Anna Hongross
Ernest
Vieustemrs
Biby
Grieg
Lillie Elche
Chopin
Will Owen Jones
Jones
Nebraska
Gocus
Mia
David Allen Campbell
Anna Gertrude Childs
Angel of Light
Whitney Combs
Ethel Lyford
Topeka
Ladies’ Music Club
Clu
Greed
Quiet wedding and social notes fill Topeka news
A quiet home wedding unites Miss Efte Kutz and Mr Charles Phinney with a small family gathering at Westminster church. Mrs. W. E. Sterne hosts a Western College Auxiliary meeting with Topeka members. several ladies visit and refreshments are served. Local society coverage lists numerous Topeka residents and events, including dances, visits, and club activities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. A. Johnston
Topeka
Western College
Johnston
Aunilingy
Jane Clelland
Kate Putnam
Lillian McFarland
Chinney
Plance
Efte Kutz
Charles Phinney
Welock
Tev. A.M. Reynolds
Westminster Church
Maze
Priday
Lincoln Street
Felicits Club
Sire W. E. Sterne
van Valkenburg
J. E. Myers
Aay
Mexican Herald
James Humphrey
Junction City
LD. Whittemore
Whittemore
Helen
A. H. Thompson
Philadelphia
Kansas City Round Trip Santa Fe Fare Announcement
Travel deal notes Kansas City and return priced at 2.67 via the Santa Fe with sales October 3 to October 28 and return validity until October 3. Six trains daily in each direction. Mentions Modia and Java Coffee at 252 per pound with Pacific Tea Co on Sl Hensas avenue.
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Santa Fa
Pacific Tea Co
Hensas Avenue
Chaney and Morton Fighter Feels Swifter for Sharkey Bout
In New York Oct 2 reports James J. Jeffries shows lighter, harder muscled build ahead of his world title defense against Sharkey. Training at Allenhurst NJ includes shorter runs, sprint work, and a six round exhibition with Tommy Ryan. Speculation grows on Jeffries readiness for the November 2 rematch at Coney Island as he aims to defend his championship.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fitz
New York
James J. Tee
Fries
Allenhurst
N. J
Sharkey
Jeffries
Tommy” Ryan
Jefe Fund
Beliveriae
Forntan
Handtell Ang
Tom O'Souths
Widow Claims Estate In Probate ruling on Maher heirs
Springfield Oct 6 court decision finds Jeanie E Maher the lawful widow of the deceased Maher though no marriage ceremony occurred. The estate valued about $100 000 included real and personal property in Cook County with letters of administration previously issued to a trust. Petitioners had alleged Maher died intestate and named others as heirs. court ruling settles widow status and administration details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Knoyra Chicago Sporting Man
Arkansas
Waerey Maher
Cook County
Cook County, Such Was of the Value of About $100,000, Aiguma
Maher
Jaez
Jeane AU
Jeanie E. Maher
Church Wins Court Fight Over $40 000 Legacy Case
In Springfield Alabama October 26 the Supreme Court heard Jobe Penn trustee et al versus instruction. The dispute centers on about 48 000 in stock from Nathaniel M Cunds destined to endow a professorial chair and channeled to the church extension society of the M E Church. The case ties into property and bank partnership issues and references a prior business arrangement. In other notes Lehigh coal prices and trial treatment recommendations were mentioned.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Springfield
Supreme Court
Jobe Penn
Vandalla
Nathaniel M. M Cunds
McCurdy
McKendree
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Uneeda Biscuit
Wational Biscuit Company
Uneeda Jinjer Wayfer
Hone News
Tobnane
Willian
Ford
Jon Jonas Hans Vaiee
Pcle
Stes Curiotta
Burton
Wations
Funston
Metcalf
Frances Ee
Neta Hiss
Keswas
Weenie Star Lodge
My. A. SE
Calumet
Mexico
Waco
Topeka Society
Grice
Kisinbars
Fruhlingravchen
Bindig
Owen “Jones
Robin Sin
MacDowell
D. C. McCray
D. P. Paxton
Lena McCray
Mra McCray
Kaw Valley
Chas. Wolff Packing Co
Peas
MetGutre
Southwick
I- A. Smith
Dalton
Los, Perry
David Overwaver
CJ. Prowl
Seatatvane
CE. Trapp
Mra
J. Eteley
A. T. Power
Aire Lo
Geo. BP
Dan Cain
Mra. Toesth
John Sargent Mies
LF. Hilleyer
J. M. Jones
H. L Shirer
T. E. Bowman
ED. Woe
A. Wilbur
W. E& Culver
W. A Sloo
Carrie Nye
Paxton
Eugene Joslin
Maud Barnes
Mi Matel Barnes
Hawiey
Kiss
Status
W. Stevens
James Linville
Miss McCray
A. Bergen
St. Louis
ET. Sim West
Denver
Kansas City
Asturs
Rock Island
France
Russia
England
Germany
Tribune
Gener Buller
Cape
Rusia
Suez Canal
India
Persia
George Grey
Britain
Great Britain
America
Channel
Gibraltar
Yule
Glencoe
Mar+king
Kimber
Natal
Glencos
Justis Cimplain
White
War Office
Jetig
Waite
Whites
Eighteenth Hussars
Hussars
Floer Ling
Bite Slant
Bland Eo Lange
Teanhey
Foretenn
Berlin
Joubert
Headquarters
Stag
Ats I
Buller
Army Corps
Campalen
Chaney & Morton
Columbia Council
Order
County Hall Admission
Joseph Star
Wien
Arnold
Sara
Laes
J. A. Taylor & CO
Kansas
P. P. Baicon
Chicago
Harner Coal Co
W. 5. Harding
Ee Besler
St Manree
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