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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1899
Page
3
Warren M Crosby & Co advertises over one hundred plaid wool dress fabrics with prices from 39 cents to 3.50 per yard and a large selection of Cheviots Homespuns Scotch Cloths Venetians Golf Suitings and black dress goods with a dedicated cloak and suit room featuring new suits waists skirts and muslin underwear plus wrappers.
The store unveils a new fall collection featuring BABY CAPS RUSSIAN CAPS NAPOLEON and TAM O SHANTER hats in silk velvet and cloth. Prices range from 25 cents up to one dollar with assorted trims and colors. See window display for savings.
A new stock of Machine Torchon Laces has just opened in a Special Pur chase. They will be offered tomorrow at Special Prices in medium and narrow widths with neat patterns. Prices are a fourth to a third lower than usual.
Classified item list shows cut glass peppers and salts, sterling tops, 25¢ articles, belt buckles, fine atomizers, tooth brushes, belts priced up to 2.00, machine and bicycle oil, talcum powders, silk elastic and other goods all offered for sale at 25 St and 10¢ Soc 10¢.
A fragmentary sketch portrays Ed Howe of the Atchison Globe and his influence on the city press and cultural life. It references Howe’s role as a metropolitan figure, the Globe staff, and a spontaneous, carnival inspired by his work, with portraits of local editors, reporters, and civic scenes.
A clipped humor exchange features jokes about army service and patriotism. Characters groan over conscription while debating political loyalties. The Indianapolis Journal and Cleveland Plain Dealer tone hints at wartime recruitment humor and national duty.
The Blossom House meeting sparks tactics among Burton Baker factions as they weigh a Baker backed bid to replace W A Harris. Lambert faces loyalty questions while Long and others are linked to strategic support deals. Baker backers vow to push a re election, while Burton’s team hints at resisting bids.
A fragmented report depicts State figures adopting flamboyant attire to signal a shift from tradition. Governors and officials such as Stanier, Clark, Cole, Church, Grimes, Nelson, and Crum display new fashions from silk shirts to maroon vests, prompting mixed amusement and political chatter as they parade at the Capitol.
The court observes Judge Hilly Smith in a blue serge suit after vacation. His rosy cheek and winning smile brighten the capital visit as colleagues note his rare chance to shine among the visitors.
A letter from Governor W. E. Stanley of Kansas expresses strong support for the St Louis World's Fair honoring the Louisiana Purchase. He calls for a grand display of resources and notes Kansas will participate with prominence, including leading the procession. The report also notes discovery of the Livingstone death site in an area linked to the Chitambo mounds.
The Royal Geographical Society decided to remove the inscribed tree near Lake Hangwen and send it to London for preservation. Alfred Sharpe arranged for a preservation effort but delays occurred. Mr Codrington arrived in June and reported letters near the tree were already eaten away, marking the death place with a telegraph pole memorial until a permanent tribute can be erected.
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