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Topeka is a peacefully, progressive community that was settled in the Spring of 1832. Originally, the settlement was named Hawpatch"
Agriculture and industry prospered to the point where the village was platted in 1893. Topeka was then incorporated in August, 1913 and soon thereafter had its own water works system.
Before the turn of the century, an historian recorded these
thoughts about Topeka: "As for the people, they are
intelligent, enterprising, and cultured, with a decided penchant for
large farms and comfortable or even elegant homes,
where generous hospitality is always found."
Its a tradition we mention with pride... a tradition that continues today.
An effective combination of the old and the new, best
describes the progressive development of its bustling
community. Topeka has opened its doors to industrial
development without loosing its rural charm.
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