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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 17, 1896
Page
7
An old classified column explains ads categories and submission rules for free or low cost notices. It details timing deadlines for Saturday Monday Wednesday and Friday insertions, submission cutoffs, and guidance on eligible content while inviting readers to place ads.
A May 1636 print notice outlines pricing terms for line and form usage. It lists a basic five cent per line rate or three cents per fine form weekly, with a monthly total likely designated for readers. The document notes average circulation for May 1636.
Fragmentary OCR text notes a sworn detailed statement of circula and claims of deception by Burst Leerock with alleged connections to advertisers. Mentions equipment, papers, and a clutter of names and terms. The readable content is inconsistent and partially obscured, preventing a clear, coherent narrative.
A fragmented column offers biting quips on politicians and politics, including remarks about elections, judges, and money. It blends satirical lines with a local laundry advertisement for Peerless Steam Laundry at 12th and 14 West, dated by context.
Lydia Spencer, postmistress at Canaan Corners, endures a blistering July day while a carpenter replaces the old postoffice case. A 25 year wait for John Butterworth ends when a forgotten letter arrives, revealing his renewed interest and prompting a bold, hopeful reunion plan.
A garbled OCR fragment presents a jumble of quotes about language barriers with references to Li Hung, a sewing machine, a lawn tent, and a teacher in a New York Weekly acquisition. It also mentions a shade of Alex and a plumber’s pipe claim, plus Agnes and a voice described as having a distinct ring.
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