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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1900
Page
5
A fragmented OCR item notes a time window from 3 to 5 pm and mentions folding or note elements tied to a school event or activity. Names, places, and full context are unclear, but the fragment implies a scheduled school item or notice needing clarification.
Readable text describes prices and items in a department sale including shirts trousers pants suits and socks. Mentions guaranteed fast colors and various prices like 2.50 for shirts 2.50 for pants and 5.01 for velvet vised garments. Reads like a storefront discount list from a department store window.
Promotional copy details limited morning sale hours from 9 to 11 a.m. with various shoe prices and styles for men women and children, emphasizing clean up to date goods in tan black cloth top and patent leather options, including mens welt sewn satin calf lace shoes and youthful styles.
Rev. F. E. Clark president of the United Society of Christian Endeavor arrives in Heesten after travels through Japan China France Spain and Germany. He reports on what Christian Endeavor can do abroad and notes the world convention in London with over 36,000 attendees. Clark left North China shortly before trouble and narrowly escaped detention in Pekin along with other foreigners.
Local notices mention J C Spreng and Morton Albaugh returning from Chicago and Kingman, respectively, with road work on Rovertesnth street and a move to new library rooms beginning. Governor Stan presides over Sedgwick county fair events in Wichita, while a speech at Phillipepure Jane SHE i Tape wm reveals campaign activity and a Republican council meeting discusses races and local issues. Also noted are quail reports, Buttermilk Charlie’s stall, and a Wichita round trip fare of 4.62 via Rock Island Route with sale dates Sept 3 to Sept 1.
London dispatch says Roberts annexation of Transvaal seen as proof war nearly over by military authorities and stock market. minor fighting continues north of Pretoria and at Johannesburg waterworks. Buller fights Botha near Lydenberg while Boers retire to cover transport. Dewet active north of Middleburrow.
Keene refuses to discuss a proposed match race between Ballyhoo Bey and James R run. He says he does not care about the proposition while noting the match is likely to be entered. Also includes a medical ad for diphtheria remedies and throat relief.
The Topeka city council discussed appointing a chief of police with Mr Stahl considered once he becomes a resident. Follett was appointed to the water plant position, Hattie Holman named assistant city clerk, and various notices on street paving and bonds approved. The council set September 10 for Follett to report and adjourned pending further meetings.
The Helianthus club issued its year book More Light showing plans for a coming year focused on America its history and resources. Topics include Wolfe and Montcalm Down the St Lawrence The Oregon Trail. Officers for 1900 1901: President Mrs H M Hachey Vice President Mrs J F Wright Secretary Treasurer Mrs C G Sherer. Social notes recount a lawn gathering with refreshments, notable attendees, and several personal mentions of members traveling visiting or hosting events.
Catalog snippet lists Good Bulk Coffee 2 pounds, Star Package Coffee, White House Flour Straight Grade, baking powder, Dr Price's Baking Powder, Uneeda Biscuits per package, Fancy Rice, Olive Oil per bottle, Sal Soda 8 pounds, Laundry Starch, Grape Nuts per package with various prices. Includes items from general grocery assortment.
Fragmentary reading shows items like grain hearts per package and indulgent snacks such as Minute Tapioca. Mentions Hire’s Root Beer and cucumber pickles. Likely a partial inventory or advertisement listing assorted groceries and prices.
The column lists residents visiting towns and returning home, including Mrs Parry of Kansas, Mr W Carrie from Springfield, D C Crane traveling to Gatorade, and outings to Colorado. It notes Mrs McDermott Gaughter and family returning from Kansas City, Dr Dick planning a southern Missouri escape, and others visiting Chicago New York and Houston areas.
Rock Island announces planned excursions on September 10 and September 20. Attendee names will be checked and city rule enforcement will apply. Official notes mention organizers and entry procedures under the supervision of TJ Anderson.
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