Topeka Visitor from Topeka, Kansas • 2

mi it icf 9 itsa I' eii Crl -A- I nue, and cov feet, lealings in all things. Oysters always on hand in season. Since being identified in this branch, there has been brought to bear every square stocked vith i siapie a Ad rs an area of 8,000 which is completely i high-grade stock of ate-tickling delicacies, getables and fruits are daily, and choice but-J eese are kent: enn- spacious and elegant parlors are special features, and the dining room is not only a model of convenlsnce, but that which is served therein is of the best quality and calculated to make the visitors desire to return to the table of hospitality at the Throop. The hotel is situated In the busines por e. c.

Manufacture is of Fine Brooma and Brushes. 1401 Kansas Avenue. In reviewing the merchantlle Interests of the city, there Is found to be an existence of a class of enterprises In every way prepared to compete with rival establishments elsewhere, and to qualification necessary for the success The choicest CAPITJ BRICK i 3ce. -118 "lurers of Brick. all man! one ofi and lunches are served as well as meals at reasonable prices.

Mr. Fisher enjoys the best of reputations, and the Visitor rejoices in his suceess, for he is hardworking, enterprising, and as honest as the day is long. His patrons stay with him and he seldom loses a customer. You will find as we did the best 15c meal is served there. A fine line of cigars and good lodging accommodations can be had there.

on his cokintei ful prosecution of the business which is the natural result of close-application, superior tact and persevering In ter, eggs and of the largest and oldest hardware houses in the West This company owes its origin to W. A. L. Thompson, who has been closely identified with the history of Topeka, as a city, and the history of his rise from a hardware clerk to membership of this famous hardware company, is pretty well known to every Topekan. The present company was established, as we have already stated, in 1878.

It was incorporated in 1884 under the Kansas state laws, with Mr. Jacob Smith as president and Mr. cialty beikig mal.e of teas, coffees and dustry, tion, electric cars pass the door to all spices. Four M-livery wagons and 22 lm portal sustain the well merited reputation J. M.

Ferguson is the proprietor of parts of the city, parks and depots, itributed this place as a prominent and prog employees are 'necessary in the conducting pt thih great establishment. this store, and handles Meats, Feed, own rep ressive business center. Conspicuous and Coal, in addition to Groceries, igresslv among the industries here and one Mr. Doolittle Is thoroughly conversant with the requirements of the traveling public and is a gentleman of courteous address and ever pains taking, Mr. E.

Montgomery, who succeeded Mr. Sprokt, of rhe Star Grocery, is a gentleman of advanced Ideas, liberal TOPEKA ROOFING Ill W. Sixth J. Bradley, Manager. Among the enterprising and progressive business men of Topeka should be Her, Is? Vk ft PI fed Rbo4 Jn the; mentioned Mr.

J. Bradley, manager of 1U IU3, looking after the needs of his guests, endeavoring to make them contented. He gives his close attention to all the details and well deserves the liberal patronage he receives. When you visit Topeka, stop at the Throop, and you will never regret taking the advice the Visitor has given you. i BP the Topeka Roofing Dealers in All Kinds of Roofing, Slate, Tile, and Asphalt roof a specialty.

This enterprise was established in 1882 and which holds a foremost place in the commerce of the city, is the above named. Nothing but the very best materials which money can buy are used in the products, and not an article is allowed to leave the premises that Is marred by the slightest imperfections. The trade of this house extends to all parts of the state, and is rapidly increasing on account of the superior excellence of the goods and the reasonableness of the prices. Mr, E. C.

Garlinghouse is quite an extensive broom and brush manufact en TOPEKA FOUNDRY, Brass and Iron Castings, Patterns, Models, Gear Cutting, Machine Work, etc. Cor. 2d and Jackson Sts. As we near the end of the present and aproach the beginning of the next century it Is appropriate that our city should put forth some account of itself. The purpose of the present industrial review is to describe the character of the different firms and corporations in our midst, and an industry we wish to mention is the Topeka Foundry owned and managed by Messrs.

Geo. R. Milllce and O. A. Hoi- kes ml a I I TROUP'S ENTERPRISE.

'519 and 521 Kansas Avenue. A history of Topeka that would not coutain a generous mention of Troup's Enterprise would hardly be a complete o.i urer. A specialty of high grade goods is made. He uses annually 15 to 22 uifar rj tons of broom-corn grown by our farmers. His enterpise is another of Topeka's well conducted and paying since its inception has secured a large and increasing patronage.

The products of the establishment comprise everything in the line of roofing materials. Contracts taken by the house are completed to the letter and the satisfaction of interested parties. Scores of the most elegant private residences, prominent public buildings, Bchools, churches and other edifices bear marks of the Topeka Roofing Co. The success of the Topeka Roofing Co. is due in a measure to the honorable business methods pursued and the promptness and workmanlike manner in which all business submitted to their aceptance is done.

Architects, contractors and builders will find it to their advantage to com concerns, write him for pice list. VI? j. 5,.. PALACE HOTEL And Dining Hall. 118 West Sixth Street.

E. C. Thrall, Prop, i COPE ft FRUITS AND PRODUCE, TOPEKA, KANSAS. Here is a hotel we wish to endorse without hesitation. It is a reliable, up-to-date house, and it bears an excellent reputation.

It is conveniently located and it does a thriving trade, for the good reason that good value Is given and every thing in reason is done for the comfort of the guests. There is no better meal for the money municate with the Topeka Roofing Co. and progressive, and always willing to lend a helping hand to any cause which has for it object the industrial advancement of the city. WM. SCHICK, Proprletorr Topeka Bed Spring Mat W.

A. L. Thompson as vice president and treasurer. These gentlemen, who now coduct this enormous establishment, are very prominent In our business and social life, and have ever been foremost In all public matters, tress Factory, also Topeka Tent served in the city, and trade is always brisk with Mr. Thrall.

We have yet Awning 127-129-131 Kansas Ave, I COPE COMPANY, Fruit and Prod ice Commission Merchants, 118120 Kansas Ave. TOPEKA FOUNDRY, CORNER SECOND AND JACKSON STREETS. There is scarcely any manufacturing enterprise which has been started' in This city maj ell look forward to history or review. His goods are the this city, when the proprietor understood and was practical at the busi best for the money that can be had, ness but what has met with a large a grand and remarkable commercial future. One of the houses which has done muh towa1 advancing our com share of -success and the establishment of Wm.

Schick, taken as an example, has proved to be no exception, A which have for their object the spreading of the fair name of our industrial metropolis, and the fame of our city of natural advantages. They are very highly esteemed by the community for their ability and strict integrity, and they are justly entitled to the success they have attained by their energy, enterprise and perseverence. mercial prospefty is the above well known comparer. Their trade, which and he carries a supply that one would not expect to find outside of the largest cities. Mr.

Troup believes, though, that nothing is too good for Topeka and her residents. Mr. Troup's store is a model one, and he is always is strictly wholesale, is broadly dis The extensive premises are supplied comb. This is an old-time concern and is located at the corner of Second and Jackson Streets. It has special machinery, equipped with steam engines, and furnaces for the manufacture of brass, copper and metal castings, model and Jobbing work.

These gentlemen are well experienced and being aided by their efficient employees have furnished work for the leading industries of Topeka. These gentlemen have shown excellent bus-iOss ability, push and integrity. The tributed throuchout the with all the necessary applances for rounding coun ry requiring the s- the successful transaction of the bust striving to make it still better. He vices ol a ni mber of skilled carries a general line of millinery, jew-' ness on a large scale, being the larg- ployees in all buys and sells apartments. The Its own account and also makes a Specialty of handling to hear any complaint against the Palace.

The service is quick and courteous, and the proprietor is popular with our people. In personal character and commercial reputation he stands well, and like all successful men, he Is a thorough believer in printer's ink. Special rates are made to theatrical people. JOHN PETRZILEK, Practical Furrier. 826 Kansas Avenue.

This is one of the most extensive establishments of its kind in the state, the history of which is a forcible Illustration of the success that can be achieved by energy and industry when combined with a thorough knowledge of the industry. Mr. Petrzelet brings to bear upon his present business an experience of years of active service in the Industry cince. its inception. Our people have become convinced that they have in their midst enterprise which could be looked Jpon as a source of pride and which was being conducted upon a plan 'Of the most metropolitan character; and has over beep patronized accordingly by Hfxhas In bis employ consignments i a wuob i urn jt man al advancements, ob- Ifears ag Foundry's business has ingress proportions which is the ner, paying libj V- 1 taming highe ft, mai ijnuta aim esult of diligence and hard nbined with liberal and fair lOVET.T,! You will find them a lead- 4ncv Grof rn for all kinds of brass and ih.

Phof making full complete returns ln the shortest tif e. During their business career tfjir sterling integrity and progressiness has won the en-time confldenje and esteem ot the trade wherevr their operations are extended. Butler, eggs, poultry, game, potatoes, onloVi, cabbage, small fruits irun Voting patterns, models, ect, and all kinds of machine work. Write them for catalogue and price list. of all' kinds, tc, are handled.

The address is illi and 120 Kansas ave. The half tchef in this is-ctsthe extent of their le sue partly operations, L. BEARD, Successor to L. Beard Wholesale Notions. 419 and 421 Kansas Ave.

A representative and prominent house that has achieved a reputation for the superiority and standard reliability of the goods it handles and gsriVtures, is that of this well its 'opconcern. No similar house in 'Ai who un- na WUIU Section, garmeAs "Vi'EAR COAL CO. TH ci Topeka, Kansas. Mr, Genejfetqp The bu on or 'Wis wa, ana i 1 UWear. President.

ITSa the nromntnelf and rellabillt'j rtsr titt nearljl Action has in so many ways sim- ull orlWn nro flllnii. has outset One 1- Most representative es It hna tablisLJs that have greatly ad- steadily pushed thil house jjthe front The above gentlem identified, itself wi.th the wants and it is now dotogl a largTand thrlveafrTUinds ot tho WoSi nkl fin 'The mtlrf nfflr'n 1 and toba'the laudalli ambition ot I I fng business. ta iiewt frecls? C01 BKm whiph if? hndsome and well appoint fruits, all kfy to excel, has led to the reshapi ed, pcciipiej the first floor of the two- butter of quality of a certain line wow" "iriyea, pre quote-hne repairing is dMe the neatest story bfrich structure at 816 Kansas jftamely, the "Western Made" pureu ill Ave. This large company, who oper lwaysj Shirts, Pants, and duck Carpf tieref hadtc, that are not surpassed by ate a whoesale and retail business, are ope'atoji's and shippers, their coal an bill of the kind in the country. Lj-cnnnprnna institution was estab carl lished in the vear 1895.

by Mr. L. Demg Gnu everywnere over all railroads. I The capacity of their own mines is over 150 cars dally and re manner possible The hig? esumauun la which the products of th? bouse am held, the wide popularity at 'ncreas-ing demand for same, and tne thorough appreciation of their mJ8 quality are sufficient vouchers Vnat tlJe permanent prosperity of the 1B assured beyond a peradventuT6 OI doubt. a dicf I thai BearJ They occuy two large storerooms on Kansas where 1b han quires he services of more than 1,200 dledon extensive and comDlete line employes in the conduct of its business.

It handles all kinds of bitum dry goods and notion sundries of i wiJ th lfll kinds, including the thousand and inous and anthracite coal from the well-known mines of Weir City, Pitts- one articles that are dally called for ln our leading dry goods and notion Carriage and Repair Shop. 504 Quinqy Strt' Vernon, Osage, and Pennsyl-Arkansas, Piedmount. stores. They, however, make a prom THE MOORE BOOK ft STATIONERY COMPANY, Mr A THrfwflll. at.

504 Quincy 'hent specialty of the "Western Made" which includes all the leading grades. trade cnmtnendable to roods, which are meeting witn a re both himself and the city's lnterest. And Topeka Dealers Smith Premier Typewriters, Ribbons, Carbons, Type inarkable appreciation, with notn Another feature of the business ia the Sand department, the Wear Coal Co. being producers of the cleanest, pur Horses) entifiq of thf trade and consumers, through the in writer Papers. Typewriters Rented elry, hoisery, dolls and toys, notions, queens ware, gas goods, lamps, school supplies, glass ware, hardware, books and games, cutlery, stationery, tinware, five and ten cent goods, etc.

Mr. Troup believes in doing well as he can by his customers, and adheres to the well-tried and successful plan of doing a large volume of trade on a small margin. est, and sharpest Kaw River sand. troductory medium of numerous trav cline salesmen. This is the only con vTfare I and Repaired.

603 Kansas Avenue, Telephone 734. operating the most modern sand plant wfrienfl Vrier cern of its kind in Topeka, ana Demg ln theWest. Mr. Frank E. Wear, the nasefl unon a record ot nve years in est of their kind ln this r.ecttou of the west.

Here is manufactured mattresses, spring beds, iron beds, tents, awnings, wagon covers, paulins, etc. A very extensive business has been built up in Kansas and Oklahoma also. Mr. Schick commenced operations in 1883, with very crude facilities, and so successfully has the enterprise been conducted that the products heTe turned out have become recognized throughout a large territory as the best in the market. Mr.

Schick has always made It a prime consideration to use only the best materials, whiie the prices are invariably reasonable and consistent. From 20 to 30 ex Present of this company, Is a gen- His prices are reasonable anJ satis-' faction is guaranteed. It is therefore but natural that he has built up his present large trade. Repairing is promptly attended to and under the efficient direction of this gentleman 1b made a specialty. Also general black-smithing in all its branches.

He does his work upon honor, is painstaking in his duties and guarantees his work In The Moore Book and Stationery Co. is too well known to the reading public to require introduction. The store business of unblemished Integrity, tlemfT, thoroughly in touch with the the credit and confidence reposed in this firm are practically without limit. is known as the place where the latest demalls of the trade and the success whlcfithls company has attained Is dlrecv'r due to his energy, Industry and fseverance. He is closely Iden From end to end of Kansas and Oklahoma, L.

Beard ft Co. is synonymous and best monthly publlcatnons, books, and stationery can always be found. They sustain the reputation by keep with business honor, ability, energy and stability, and so it ever will be tified Iwith the best interest of the Ing the excellent stock always up to CAPITOL MEAT MARKET, C. S. Driesback, Ill E.

Fourth Street. 'Phone 452. One of the most popular and excellent establishments in this line is the Capitol Meat Market, of which Mr. Driesback is proprietor. It is completely equipped, clean and inviting, and is especially looked after by the tYour request for any lnforma- maintained.

Mr. L. Beard, Topoka, Is the demands of trade, while the ex city, tion will lancerning either coal or sand ve Immediate attention by ad- tensive stock ot office supplies and the general partner and Mr. C. Stahl, Terre Haute, is a special partner.

perienced help are given employment. legal blanks bring them into close re- dress. ail communications to the Office, Topeka, Kans. I lations with public officials, business Gent THOMPSON HARDWARE W. A.

L. HOTEL THROOP, IRVING DOOLIT and professional men. This house is proprietor. Everything that one could CO. TLE, MGR.

recognized as headquarters for books The stock of library and miscellan Largest and Best Appointed Hotel. B. GUILD MUSIC Rates $2.00 and 12.50. eous books Is very complete, compris C20 ansas avenue, Topeka, Kansas. The modern hotel of the day ranks ing the standard and popular works Trt E.

B. Guild Music Co. was in- of fiction, reference books, and the among the most essential of commercial activities. Every traveling man tited 25 years ago. and they have augul desire ln the meat line is to be found here, and at prices to suit the times the old motto, "Live and let live," being good enough for him.

This gentleman combines natural ability and tireless energy and by the momentum of these qualities he has built up a trade and reputation of which any man might justly feel proud. He possessed correct business methods and his success was assured from the first. literature especially suited to schools every particular. Mr. Bidwell established this business in 1893.

Six first-class workmen are empolyed. In his special line, that of carriage and wagon manufacturing, we know of no one to recommend you to who is better able to supply you with anything: and everything in the business. Anything from a rubber tired carriage to a heavy drav waeon. all made to order. Pricei and private libraries, as well as holi succa'dea in securing a patronage extend tg throughout the entire state, day books ln their season.

All the forms his estimate ot a city, not from its Blze, but from the manner ln which its hotels are conducted. After a careful review, perhaps one ot the best conducted hotels in the Central whilf a large retail business ia main Nob. 511 Kansas Ave. and 508 and 510 Jackson Street. An interesting fact which has been conspicuously prominent in the gathering of material for this industrial review of Topeka's1 propress and manufactories, commerce and general industries, is the presence here of so large a percentage of long established business houses which have, from moderate beginnings grown and expanded from year to year, until at th present time they form a solid base or corner-stone upon which tie-curely rests the commercial, financial leading periodicals are carried and subscriptions are received.

The line taiml in the city. They handle the famus Hardman, Story ft Clark, Starr of fancy stationery ia very complete and containa the latest fads for polite ft c.i pianos, and are importers and workmanship guaranteed. Repair ond jobbers oi musical merchandise correspondence and card etiquette, The line of office supplies includes all work is made a specialty. WILL L. OSBORN, kinds of filing devices, inks, pens, pen cils, and letter tablets, blank books, Staple and Fancy Groceries, Fresh etc.

Other specialties of the stock stability of Topeka as a commonwealth. No better illustration of this and Salt Meat. Flour, Feed, Hay, etc 1701 Kansas avenue. 'Phone 719. are draughtsmen 8 supplies, picture fact is furnished, than by our time- moldings and frames, school supplies honored and successful hardware firm, etc.

A specialty is made of the school known as the W. A. L. Thompson trade and a complete line of school This is concluded to be one of the best bargain houses of this section, where a comprehensive and large select line of family and fancy groceries, table Hardware at 511 Kansas avenue, books used in the local schools as well as the accessories of the best are kept established in 1878 by W. A.

L. Thompson, and has remained under I I'D? in endless variety. The uniform cour the present name for nearly a quarter tesy to patrons of the Moore Book and luxuries, condiments, for the home and table is carried. This house is accorded a large trade because it sells cheap, for cash. The hustling proprietor is much liked by the trade, of a century.

Their salesroom occu Stationery Co. has made this one of pies the whole of the ground floor and the most popular houses of our city, for his honest and upright methods ot basement of the large two-story brick building covering a floor space ot 8,000 square feet. A spacious warehouse, STAR GROCERY, doing business. Goods are delivered 112 East Sixth Ave. E.

Montgomery, to any part of the city free of charge. Prop. 'Phone 252.. This store is headquarters for tne ioi comprising an entire 3-story building with 10,000 square feet floor space is also conducted by the Arm at 608 and 510 Jackson street. The house carries an excedingly high-class and compre lowing: Feed of all kinds, fresh country butter and eggs, cigars and tobac The days ot the "little grocery around the corner" where the elo THE THROOP HOTEL, TOPEKA, KANSAS.

quent rustics from down in the coun co, canned goods of all kinds, bakery goods and flour, etc. we recom mend this store to you. Give him trial order. hensive Btock of builder's hardware, house-furnishing goods, plumbers', blacksmiths', contractors', carpenters', mechanics', and general artisans' try congregate to perch, upon cracker boxes and empty meal parrels to discuss politics and other momentous questions, have passed, and to-day the successful grocer is the man who has an eye to cleanliness and neatness, FISHER'S RESTAURANT, 4 00 Kansas Avenue. The Best Meal in the City for 15c.

This la one of our best patronized restaurants, and day and night the place is always crowded. This restau TrmnonsoN. ir. Corner Fifteenth and Quincy Streets, tools, tin-plate, sheet-iron, and a large and well assorted line of fine cutlery, the best stock and display of guns and ammunition, in short everything to meet the every requirement ot the I rlwi)K Groceries, Meats, Feed and Coal. and offers to his patrons a polite, accommodating service and fresh high- This house is undoubtedly the place to West, is the Throop under the management of -Mr.

I. W. Doolittle. When the management of a hotel studies the needs of his guests and endeavors to make his house in every as nearly like a home as possible, their number of patrons will increase and profits will reward his labors. The Throop Hotel Is certainly conducted on the principles above described.

The building premises comprise a substantial five-story brick structure, containing 125 elegantly furnished sleeping wltn al" modern hotel ajyvSinents, such as steam faf ly buy your groceries. It is completely ud sheet music. They Bell and rec-mmend goods only which th-sy have rant stands the test because they realize that neatness and cleanliness are necessary to any well regulated and successful establishment. They class goods. Mr.

B. Montgomery, the present proprietor of the Star Grocery filled with every article found In an hardware merchant, all of which are sold at both wholesale and retail is one of these; in fact, us superia- up-to-date store of this character, bav ng the choicest of teas, coffees. watch their business very closely and prices. Manned by over 23 persons, buslness ability is such as to rend him a foe to competition worthy the steel of his rivals in the grocel they are very careful to see that each VriceB. canned goods, Including using a number of wagons and horses to expediate the large shipments and thoroughly tested and positively know will stand the most severe test and give perfect satisfaction, hence their success.

The proprietor, Mr. E. D. Guild, is evr doing all in his power to advance the interests of bis cuetooi-era. which 1usti a continuance ct ytAiHntrv nrodnce.

flour, feed, and Ken- and every one of their guests is promptly and properly attended to. line. His elegant and complet Importations. They extend their trade mongX best Juttjnerchandlse. You will find him stocked store comprises the basemejt The bill of fare contains every de all oyer this state and adjacent terri 'r with his customer, and it scrlntion of meats, oyster fish, vege tory, ln fact, the firm of W.

-A. L. hii fhts, elevrtor services. and ground floor oft the two st brick building at 112JEat tables, pastry, anji Rort orders an extended nf 9 ani stumor? Thompson Hardware Company is one batn, i yh noer, etc. The "Vwn for his enterprise and Ribe business, and, his fair 'VsV 9 1 fl.

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