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Topeka Visitor from Topeka, Kansas • 6

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a nice sized ice cream and soda water main business consists of packing and terferlng, etc. If you have' a horse that has been abused by taking him to this ehoer in nine cases out of ten he storing the best Kansas apples and parlon connected. Mr. A. C.

Scheering is a practical man at the business, and is enterprising, thoroughly in touch with the needs of the trade, and respected in out business community. the handling of small fruit from southern points and the shipping of home will soon have him squarely on his feet. One of his specialties is road dies cigars, ej bacco, home lunches, to be found Jul in can, bulk or! as New York I Standards. only a faWi and oncf keeps tm, Jr situated fortre-an establishment R. R.

STILES, Typewriter Doctor, 620 Kansas 'Phone 711. Here is an enterprising machinist, and as a typewriter repair man ranks and track horses; the shoes are neat grown fruits and vegetables. This is of vital importance to the producer, as it relieves the congestion of the lo P. B. Ed son.

SEERY 4 MORTON. Dealers in Wagons and Carriages, Farm Implements, etc. 201 and 203 East Sixth Ave. In the special line to whish Messrs. Seery ft Morton devote their energies they represent the leading house in the city.

They are dealers in farm implements, wagons, buggies, representing such firms as Studebaker Buckeye Buggy Columbus Vehicle, Michigan Buggy and the Moline Plow R. I. Plow and numerous others whose prod Successor to Prescott Plumb ly adjusted, and the hoof made shapely, and the horse is at ease. Mr. Walter has the endorsement of horsemen cal market by removing from competition so much of our produce instead ing ana Heating, us w.

Eighth. of being compelled to hold it, and and dealers in horses, in this city and Of late years the subject of sanitary plumbing and heating has received compete again with the surplus stocks of the farmer. They handle oysters vicinity, and a Bhoer who does his work upon honor, and guarantees satisfaction in every particular. His rep the careful attention and study of the scientific men who make this business and fish in season, and have built up among the first in his line. He had worked in various branches of the machinist's trade for 6 or 8 years; but for the last 2 years has made a specialty of repairing typewriters and other complicated pieces of machinery.

The best equipped shop of its kind in the west is used with facilities for repairing the various typewriting ma torn. Mr. De Pul trade, and is know peka's progressivi a large business in this line. Both a specialty, and the perfection to which the science has been brought utation for skill and reliability is of the highest and he is deservedly pop ucts are so noDularly known that we gentlemen aTe closely identified with public movements and utiring in their ness men oi spot is the best comment upon the intelligence which has been devoted to it ular as a citizen. Mr.

waiter has been in Topeka for the past 13 yeara. has been in busine efforts to advance the city welfare The only firm that handles bananas deem it useless to dilate upon their merits. For the purpose of business they possess an Immense warehouse, equipped with the necessary facilities He now occupies his own handsome In this important business, together with gas and sewer building, the chines, enable him to do any in car-load lots from the South. brick building which he erected last CRYSTAL! Matthews, Burenv C. H.

March. for storage, and is conveniently lo cated. Their trade covers the general The well groomed W. H. WILSON.

state of Kansas. Several years of busi pleasant sight, and, Drugs. Paints, 414 E. Fourth. show the results ness in this city has demonstrated the wisdom of their plan of operation.

'Phone 454. There -is no more reliable drug store placing them among the leaders of the dry. The premlsl Van Buren Strel equipped with the In this section than is to be found at 414 east Fourth as Mr. Wilson Is trade, with a promising future. chinery, including! starchers, dry rod a skilled and reliable pharmacist E.

W. HUGHES. ii Carpet and Furniture House, 423 Kan- joy a large and grtf Everything in th line can be found here and at right prices, as he believes in the old maxim of "live and 4 saB Ave. none ztu. Crystal has recei I 1 Ranking among the successful mer worm or let live." The best and purest of drugs are carried, and a prescription placing this the fines! can be done with litti to the goods.

Fashion preparation of laundry compounded here is absolutely cor rect, as he Is not only a reputable pharmacist, but is a pains-taking and else, and Mr. a thorough gentleman. A fine line, of cigars is also carried, and the Visitor purea 10 meet inese cna say just here that bespeaks for this store a fair share ror its tone and of public patronage. Mr. Wilson 18 tifi provement known cantile establishments of Topeka is that of Mr.

E. W. Hughes, which was founded by him seven years ago. He deals extensively in the latest and most artistic designs of furniture and upholstered goods, carpets, window shades, etc. Mr.

Hughes has, by his wide business experience and practical knowledge, brought this business to its present magnitude, and he is widely known and respected throughout the city and county for his sterling integrity and progressiveness. He carries a comprehensive and elegant line of merchandise, and it is owing to the push and activity of his able management, that this establishment now stands in the front ranks. good type of the progressive, up-to- l.t date business man and also has many friends, and he is winning. Some of utieu lor me nausn of clothes. Our cm that we have one his specialties are paints, glass, sta plete and perfect laun.

west. Twenty-five ski! tlonery, etc. Mr. Wilson has been a member of the board of education for 10 years. Elected president at last are employed.

meeting. THE HUB CLOTHING THE CUDAHY PAQj S. B. Clapp, Mgr. Ton! The live-stock and Is without doubt theii industry of the Centra Men's and Boys' "Head to Foot" Out fitters.

of business transac Here is an establishment to which we scope of its operatio willingly give a first place inour commercial history of Topeka. They stock yards is very packing industry represented by th SANTA FE HOSPITAL, TOPEKA, KANS. a concern of' have a stock of clothing and furnishing goods that we are within bounds in saying is not excelled in the state of Kansas or in fact in any of the large cities in the country Topeka is SNYDER PHOTOGRAPHER 722 Kansas Ave. A visit to Mr. Snyder's studio should convince the most critical that Mr.

Snyder studies the complete uniformity of detail that is essential to good work; his portraits Bhow ease and grace in position, truth in harmony and outline. Everything bearing upon photography in any way, including pocket book and pillow work, and the latest novelties is exer uted in a. highly professional manner and at a very reasonable price. Mr. Snyder has gained a reputation as an able national repute THE SWIFT HOLLID AY DRUG CO work on any machine from a mere in Topeka has ll Wholesale and Retail Druggists, 523 adjusting or replacing of a screw or becond St.

sinew above house has achieved the most enviable reputation in this city. Those for whom they have done work are pleased with its performance, and the reasonableness of the charges con Kansas Avenue. worn-out spring to taking down, clean' proud of this store and the remarkable success it has met with has been thoroughly deserved. A guarantee Foremost in point of beautiful fur able manageiW They, have ew nishing, complete equipment and Imposing and spacious quarters, the storage arran goes with every article and piece of goods sold and the Visitor has yet to concern having and on the shel in their line in hear of any person who was ever dis artist and a pleasant and a reliable Swift Holliday Drug Company store Is par excellence. The prescription druggist must be a man of great experience, judgment and a skill satisfied in their dealings with the brand of gooci nected therewith.

This enterprise was established years ago by Messrs. Prescott ft Allen, and in 1892 the firm of Prescott Co. was Inaugurated. Mr. Edson, who had ben connected with the original Arm for over two years, becomming a member of the company In Mr.

Allen's place. Mr. Edson has been connected with this Hub Clothing Co. Th epeople of our city have exceptional advantages as ing and oiling, thoroughly overhauling, complete adjusting, aligning, re-nickling, re-enameling, re-striping, and complete rebuilding of any typewriting machine manufactured. His prices are always consistent with first class workmanship.

Mr. Stiles is an inventive genius, and his spare hours are at present devoted to designing and building and making machinery for several attachments and improvements, some of Which will be placed upon the 'jiarket within the next year. Mr. and well-known photographer to deal with. SWORTS PRODUCE 228 Kansas 'Phone 630.

to price and quality in trading there, Packing Co. are I in hams, bacon, I ful and accurate chemist and botanist, excelling in all these qualities and making a point of beauty, and rich, attractive appointment as well, the Swift Holliday Drug Company is de This enterprise has been successful salt and cured Every year sees an Increase in the business and it is establishments like this that are a benefit to the entire plumbing establishment for ten years, and since the death of Mr. Prescott 2 only dealing in are noted for th' quality of goods' community. This Is one of the 'bus serving of universal praise and com in its merchantile career, and it is a pleasure as well as a duty for the Visitor to speak in praise of it. The Sworts.

Commission Company whole lest stores in the city whos edoors are mendation for enterprise. This com pany was originally established twen speaKing oi tne years ago, has become thesole member of the firm. Personally Mr. Edson is. one of the most clever artisans In always on the swing.

Mr. Abe Stein- Stiles is gentler sale fruits, butter, produce, eggs, poul S. B. Clapp, he 1 nnil nloisln 1 burg, manager of this clothing house, ty-flve years ago and orga-jJid inl894 try. etc.

Anything that goes from of training in thf. and incorporated undfSr the 7 their Warehouse can be counted on the company as "1 state laws under, xts present name. The 'it located at 323 Kansas every tfcne as being the very best the trustworthy and' market ifffnrdsL Thpv hpjCfci, and perfectly aveEiue. coverine an area or aDoui sition he now business qualitlonslsts of Bquare feet, furnished w.th val- patrons and iff "Ie "u.DTiahle furniture elegantly appointed in that, anfturea icuun nuu cuuiuiuuiu, detail and with a Packing Co. df Its own merit able dealing, esteem1 a1- havmB a floor space every spacious laboratory in connection, making the most attractive establishment of its kind in Topeka.

A complete line of lence of the a OUt tOT Va A oils Patent medicines, cigars. jj pitai 1 Ulicna ua.n. wily RwWLEY SNOW tonet articles, stationery, rubber I 1 v', iner hnuRP I uggists. Corner Sixth Ave. and An goods, is carried, and a specialty is made of carefully compounding prescriptions, which requires the services of five registered pharmacists, besides THE CONTIM CO TopeKiH a competent corps of clerks.

A spe When one obsei1 cial feature and advantage of this drug house is their elegant glass delivery 1 wagon, which insures the prompt delivery of all orders, and it Topeka has taH years, both iacture, he mu is a metropolitan feature that the Swift ft Holliday Drug Co. and To peka can be proud of. not only have vantages been ness, but the Mr. H. L.

Robinson (former oecre- tary and treasurer of this company. Kansas Topeka, Kans. In this review there are few more worthy of mention for the popularity they have gained than theso prescription druggists. Rowley Snow was established in 1869 as Rowley Bros. Their sales and warerooms, with well-equipped laboratory in connection, are in a handsome two-story building having a combined aggregate of floor area of 1,700 square feet.

Its sheles and show cases contain everything choice and modern In drugs, patent medicines, toilet articles, stationery, etc. A special feature is'made of the careful and accurate compounding of prescriptions. In connection with a large stock of druggists' siihdries, perfumes, soaps, they carry a complete line of our best brands of cigars. They are pharmacists of long and practical experience, and they are ably assisted by efficient clerks who are also registered pharmacists. and foresight t.

JL and whd has been connected with the formed a leading Swift Holliday Company for over 15 years) is the general manager, and 1 A is fully adequate to all the demands of his large and wonderfully increasing business. He brings to this enterprise an unusual degree of experience and skill. He is a very able business man and well known and esteemed for his progreasiveness and public spirit. ti-jh ai jut. fctisyiJl a WOOLEY'S BAKERY, Kansas Avenue.

G. L. Wooley, Proprietor. 915 CITY PRISON, TOPEKA, KANS. the state, and is an expert on steam is a man that would win success WHITTAKER BROS.

in Mr. G. L. Wooley, of 915 Kansas ARTHUR MASSEY, Practical Horseshoer. 116 West Fifth Street.

Phone 4882 rings. For work of this nature this is the Fruit Dealers, 811 Kansas Ave. 'Phone its steady grov Creamery Co. lu tion of this fa cern here engaf -4 become a mcrAmi. the commercial inteij This establishment that is has gained sterling integrity, and liberal dealings, oiable as it Is wideli this section.

The Pr Butter manufactured. only is used in the homes in Topeka. Tl! are: Milk, Cream, ter. etc and with the highest fav and consumer. Tj Creamery Company In 1897, and was fori Creamery reorganized as the C(j ery Company.

The Nlssley, president; president; J. S. Par H. Pattlson, treasu tions of the compan. the state, giving emr and water heating.

The success any field. He knows the race is to the enterprising, the honest, the far which has attended his efforts may be 238. There are many houses that we Avenue, is a man of pronounced integrity and honorable in dealings he Haa a widely known and patronized bread and cake bakery. A specialty seeing and the keen witted, and as place to go, and it is through his mod shall present in this review, but none he possesses all these qualities his that deserves more credit than Messrs. success is not to be wondered at.

attributed in measure to honorable business methods; and the prompt and perfect manner in which all work coming under his supervision is done. of fine production is the feature of this erate prices, good work, and strict attention to what his customers want, that he has built up a good trade. He This gentleman can well take pride Whittaker Fruit Commission House, under whose direction it has neatly arranged and well equipped bakery. The best of bread, cakes, and in his successful and honorable ca become one of the foremost of its pies, which are famed for their rich reer. This company was established in 1895 and handle everything in the class in the state, extending its opera ness of quality, are among Its many line of clothing, shoes, hats, furnish Inducements to customers.

With the tions throughout the city, its vicinity and the Central West. Consignments are at all times acceptable, liberal ad ings, etc. One price to all has ever many years oC experience this house been their motto. has succeeded in building a reputation vancements made, and returns C. M.

WALTER Horseshoer, 212 W. Seventh 'Phone 740, 3 Rings. More horses are ruined by bad shoeing than by hard driving, hence a scientific horseshoer is a benefactor. Mr. Walter understands the foot of a horse thoroughly, and the animal that is shod at his shop is never troubled with corns, cracked hoof, forging, In- promptly forwarded to consignors.

ana traae or which he can feel a just pride. All orders are promptly filled as his motto is to give satisfaction. T. E. De Pul, 122 W.

Eighth St. Messrs. Whittaker are gentle A prosperous and attractive establish ment is this, and Mr. De Pul has 200 people in tfii frfgp The- value of tile 'tAoWts I monthly aggregate oVer 100 S. FJIIEDBHRG.

men who are broad and liberal in their views arid yet conservative, and their successful management has been most forcibly demonstrated, manifested and trade he can be proud of. He han Jeweler and Optician, Topeka, 512 Kansas Ave. This gentleman has been doinir busi attested by the progress made by their house. Topeka may well be ness in Topekal, since 1891. and the proud of such substantial business en Visitor desiresto flay emphatically that terprises.

ne nas oeen very successful and that he haa acquired an enviable reputa tion as ai merchant and public spirited citizen. He carries a stock of Jew elry and optician goods, as he knows is esteemed by all who know him, and mat our people want the best. The 7 -IS I store is large and commodious and have had dealings with him, as a responsible gentleman. Give him a call and you will be thoroughly satisfied Topeka can congratulate herself on having such an establishment located here. Misrepresentation is unknown with his work.

Mr. Massey, a cut of whom appears, WHITE DICK, Plumbers. 114 West Eighth Street. Phone 867. This business was established some time ago, and 1b well equipped for conducting this line of business, that of plumbing, steam- and gas-flttlng.

They employ skilled workmen and aro themselves practical in every detail of the business. Their work in every department has always given patrons entire satisfaction. They personally superintend all work and have established not only a large patronage but a first-class reputation. Estimates are cheerfully furnished prices are guaranteed. Mr.

L. O. Dick became a partner two months ago. in this Btore, and tlfe notes his success" with pleasure. Mr.

Friedberg can be relied upon at all times for scientific horseshoeing. nas nad i years experience as a jew eler, and he also loins money on val W. O. ANDERSON uables. He wen merits unqualified Wholesale Produce Commission Mer appreciation, as he Is a fine type of chants, 210 Kansas Ave tne progressive merchant The city of Topeka may well look forward to a grand and remarkable commercial future.

One of the houses RICE Confectionery and Ic Cream Parlors, which has done much toward advanc ing the commercial prosperity of the 1303 Kansas IA venue. We feel we are doing only simple iui city is the W. O. Anderson Co. This company was established in 1888 by W.

O. Anderson, and in 1897 Mr. S. E. tice in giving special prominence in thii paper to so competes a concern at this.

In the special lilife to which we desire to call your attention everything is found that is necessary to meet the Lux was admitted as a partner. The office and salesroom occupy commo dious quarters at 210 Kansas avenue, H. C. SHEERING, Carriage Factory. 424 Quincy Street.

'Phone 864. This gentleman makes a specialty of the manufacture of fine carriages, buggies, road wagons, etc. This establishment is finely equipped for high grade workmanship, and besides manufacturing vehicles, of all descriptions, including express and business wagons, a specialty Is made of repairing, painting, and trimming. This establishment has ever since its inception requirements of the tracle and the public in general. It has always been the where they have railroad track in rear of building.

The company is well and favorably known among the trade ev motto to buy none but the best goodi in the market, and patrons mav relvion erywhere, both for equitable dealing and maintaining the high quality of the goods handled, and their method finding prices that are satisfactory and i equivalent tor ineir mrmey, Messrs. Rice Bros, conduct a Ctoa of finding a market for Kansas prod POST OFFICE, TOPEKA, KANS. a. met whu a iiiuBU creuuuuie success. nets, outside of our local trade.

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