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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1903
Page
6
An older man named Bowser confronts a druggist, accusing him of tampering with bottles and urging plain talk. The exchange features a veteran store adviser debating honesty, customer trust, and the risks of mislabeling or substitution in prescriptions.
A druggist in a neighbor’s area debates guardianship and profit as Bowser battles for patronage. The scene centers on a store, drought driven price shifts, and a pharmacist’s vow to endure hardships until fate or disaster ends his business. Strong local names and tensions frame a volatile community corner.
The Atchison Globe reports the clairvoyant Dmewart his wife and son vanished, with locals alarmed by alleged pretexts and a woman paying $400 for “investment” guidance. A diamond engagement ring and other property were mentioned in connection with the disappearances and suspected swindles.
A fragmented notice references a Chicago return train option via the Rock Island System priced at 14.00 dollars. It mentions October 5 for full information and indicates agents handle inquiries about travel details and scheduling.
In Newton court, a Burliton threshing crew member, Earle, is jailed on a suspected pocketbook theft amid a missing $180 from Henry Johnson’s wallet. A German coworker Van Sickle found the wallet, Bari claimed ownership, and the item disappeared from a tool box after being shown. A tramp rumored to be involved is questioned. Earle’s hearing is set for Monday.
Sept. 24 reports say Seaboard Air Line will not join Frisco or Rock Island systems. Banking interests tied to Seaboard gain participation in the property, aiming to run it independently. Frisco president Yoakum remains in voting trust. talks of Gulf outlets and New Orleans terminals are cited as insufficient to justify a Rock Island purchase.
Wu Ting Fang travels to Pekin to assume vice president duties of the board of commerce amid cautious expectations from Chinese merchants. A Times dispatch notes the government prioritizes creating new posts over recognizing Ching commerce and finances. A separate report from Savannah covers Bobby Wahthour of Atlanta defeating Albert Champion of France in two of three sprint heats at Colt venue.
North Topeka brief notices visit friends and announce moves. Names include Miniguny Narre ne Alpert Relcherter, Harold and George Harold, Kate Witren, Mrs Courtney, HM Cline & Son, Mabel Poucht, and J J Trehernck. Church services and lodge meet at Kansas avenues noted among miscellaneous community happenings.
Classified notices list Waitresses dishwashers cooks and chambermaids at hotels and restaurants, plus general helpers, wage details, and employment offices. Also notices for women selling fancy work and workers like seamstresses and pattern makers, with addresses and local contact points. A nephew of Herbert and William Green, Lt. John Vernon Greer, a U S Army officer, has died in Arizona after illness. burial planned in Madison, Wisconsin.
New York on September 26 Coney Island converted into a charitable institution for a week to aid in rebuilding after a fire. The stunt drew about fifty thousand visitors and raised around one hundred dollars in donations amid a mix of music, animal shows, and sensational attractions. A boy’s life was saved by a dramatic ride offering hope to the grateful family, while local vendors advertised guaranteed bottles and free trials at Arnold Drug Co.
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A garbled list of want ads and recruitment notices from a Topeka issue. It includes clerical examiner offerings in Chicago and Topeka, driver and distributor positions, sales agents, printers, barbers, farm land listings, and numerous product promotions. Names of cities and companies appear with little coherent context.
A dense, garbled page of vintage classified ads and notices. It includes numerous WANTED items for salesmen, sewing by the day, and various household and business listings. Also features lotteries, mining stock pitches, and personal notices for services and rentals.
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