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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 28, 1898

Page

8

Fashion Show of Dress Goods and Fur Creations

A bustling display of black crepons and new dress materials showcases the season’s fashion. New silks arrive, ready-to-wear garments abound, and ornate furs and gowns from Sara Meyer and Corens highlight the store’s expansive stock. Prices range from modest to luxe, with several high end pieces described in detail.

Hille Sara Meyer Opera Capre Sare Mayer Prom Corens Jamestown

Biunning Opere Capes and Royal Er mine and Fruits

An ad touts arctic pox remedy and beauty items priced from $31.06 to $125.00. It claims fine sable garments and womens waists, urging immediate selection as stock dwindles and many pieces available per hundred.

Wosen and Children's Fleccy night gowns at Wolaa store

Fall and winter stock in the Boys Clothing Department promises new, quality garments with pockets and lace trim in all colors. The retailer claims to lead in styles and value, offering over 5,000 knee pant suits and long trouser suits for boys up to age 16, in a new location.

Agason Wolaa Eai Topeka Lonsdale Mustin

Cuban independence cradle in Santa Cruz depot

A Herald dispatch from Santiago de Cuba says the cradle of Cuban independence is Santa Cruz de Santa Cruz de Cuba a village of 400 on the Caribbean shore. The Cuban assembly met October 4 in the Fanuial hall to form a government. The eight deputies from each of six corps will form a commission to consult with President McKinley about Cuba.

New York Sontiago de Cuba Santa Cruz New Republic McKinley Cuba Catixto Garcia Gonzalo de Quisads Washington Carlos Parrago Amen 1 Revolucionario Cubano Magri Rodrigue CIA Banta Crag Mariano Havana

Dupuy Forms Bid to Form New French Government

Paria reports Dupuy has formally informed President Faure he will accept the task of forming a new government. He seeks support from M. Tibet, Del Cassé, and Tapuen to secure backing for the proposed cabinet.

Paria Dupuy Faure

The Sirdar Returns to a Mob of Admirers

General Kitchener arrived at London’s Victoria station to an ecstatic welcome from officials and vast crowds. Grenadiers formed a guard of honor as police struggled to control cheering, with Kitchener’s hat mashed and guards carrying him through the throng.

Kitchener London Lord Wolseley Reym London, Chwam & Dover Gordon

American peace commissioners map Philippine memorandum

Paris October 24 American peace commissioners plan to draft a memorandum on the Philippine islands and present it to the Spanish commissioners at the joint session scheduled for Monday.

Paris Philippine Islands

Presidential Appointments listed for various posts

Washington reports the president named Richard W. Burt surveyor of customs for Peoria. Stephen P. Parcher of Marsland becomes interpreter to the U.S. consulate at Hankow China. Nelson M. Fetbo U S N named medical inspector with rank of commander. Frederick & Blez U S N named chief engineer with rank of lieutenant. John H. Mor rinse CU S ON named assistant paymaster with rank of lieutenant junior grade.

Washington Richard W. Burt Peoria Stephen P. Parcher Marsland United States Hankow China Nelson M. Fetbo Frederick & Blez John H. Morrinse

Vanderbilt Junior Moves to Goelet Residence in New York Society

In New York on October 2 a notable social shift occurs as Cornelius Vanderbilt Jr and his wife prepare to establish themselves at the Goelet residence on Fifth Avenue and Forty eighth Street. The couple will host lavish hospitality, aligning with the Wilson faction of the Four Hundred and signaling reconciliation with his father as Cornelius Vanderbilt Sr takes a deliberate, high profile step. Cornelius Jr has recently taken a position as assistant engineer in the mechanical department, marking a new phase in the Vanderbilt family saga.

New York Cornelit Nangerbilt Mra Ogden Goslet Fifth Avenue Forty Eighth Street Corneliin Vanderbilt, Jr Jove Thadt House of Vanderbilt Goelet Ips Cornelius van~ Orbit, Jr Wilson Cornelius Vanderbilt Astors Goelets Wilsons Cornelius Vanderbilt, Jr The

Exact Cost at Bidderstown Coats and More at Exact Cost

Hardware of fabrics and garments dominates the sale with Exact Cost pricing on wool blankets muslin crepe de chine silk dresses and cloaks. The selection includes woolens, dress goods, cloaks, jackets, underwear and men's suits with deep discounts and limited stock.

Henrietta

New York Central Seeks Peace With Rail Road Trade

The system moves to harmonize with the rail road business across its branches. Talk now centers on peace as some fear a social war may be starting.

New York Central System

Z R B Files Bankruptcy in U S District Court

Zeno R. Brown, once a prominent department store operator, petitions for bankruptcy in the federal court. He lists assets under $200 mainly wearing apparel and liabilities largely from notes on merchandise and loans, with W H Coleman of Indianapolis as the largest creditor at about 40 thousand dollars. Brown, once a Blone City real estate and loan agent, saw boom and bust, now resides in Kansas City with no active business.

Zeno R. Brown Zeno KR. Brown United States District Court Brown W. H. Coleman Indianapolis Fsund FH. B. Halstead Tonca Neb Mr. Brown IR. B Coleman Blone City Seneca Kan Topeka Kansas City

Atchison County Election Prospects Outlined

The Atchison Globe reports Republican managers expect most county offices to stay with GOP candidates. Exiled figures, local commentary, and race specifics suggest Charley Albrichs’ fate is uncertain while Lacy and Pion are discussed for county roles. Washburn faces Eppo in a notable county race.

Atchison Co Atchison Globe Atchison County BE. N. Jorrill Clahatha Jt Hetubhican Charley Albrichs Th. Wikeos Peale Iret Lacy Pion Careliante Sioner Tse FBI Washburn Eppo Athletic Park

France Faces Britain Over Nile Access and Marchand

London reports the British cabinet meeting rejects unconditional talks on Marchand and Nile access. If Marchand withdraws, discussions may proceed with conditions. if not, no interference with Fashoda and no fixed withdrawal date. France is urged to act, with Russia potentially tipping scales toward a front settlement on Egypt and British occupation.

England London The Pall Mall Gazette Marchand Nile Marehand al Fashoda France Russia Egypt

Telephone for Farmers by Iron and Steel

Chicago reports that iron and steel makers say country telephone lines are expanding and copper and galvanic shipments rise. Officials claim new inquiries arrive rapidly, signaling broad adoption and growing utility for rural communication networks.

Tron and Steel Chicago Iron and Steel Tron

Industrial Growth Amid Rising Wire and Mattress Output

The text notes widespread wire for telex and telephone lines expanding as independent lines proliferate across the country. It highlights booming mattress and spring factories with shifting demand. Prices show moderation in plates, while pig iron usage appears higher than in prior periods, suggesting ongoing industrial activity and market adjustments.

Belue

Wellington Shoot At Gun Club Meet In Oct 23 Session

Large attendance marks first annual Wellington Gun Club shooting tournament with clubs from Oxford Belle Plains Caldwell Conway Springs and others. Day one results list prizes including camp store oven silver cup minnow bucket pair of men shoes rocking chair stylish hat and several tied scores among Fetters Emerson Swart Totty Bavage Heskett Martin and Juke Martin.

Wellington Oxford Belle Plains Caldwell Conway Springs Joe Fetters Emerson Ted T. J. Swarts Coffeyville Will Bavage Len Totty W. H. Jordan Swarta Fetters Totty Savage Heskett Hedon W. . Martin Tierson Coverdale Juke Martin

President McKinley Returns From Philadelphia Jubilee

The president and Mrs McKinley traveled with their party aboard the train back to Washington. The Philadelphia peace Jubilee trip concluded without incident and the group was in good spirits upon arrival in Washington.

Philadelphia Washington McKinley Phstiaphia

600 Emporia Voters Not Registered in 1936 Election

Emporia reports 600 voters in the city are unregistered with 200 Democrats and Populists and 400 Republicans. Efforts to register voters have yielded little success. Ward tallies show lower registration this year than 1936, with Second and Third wards down significantly. A football game Washburn vs Emporia at Athletic Park is noted for Saturday.

Emporia

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