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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 13, 1904
Page
4
An old advertisement touts Paine's Celery Compound as a tonic to revitalize nerves and blood during spring. It includes testimonials from Mrs S A Adder and L Sheets of Pittsburg praising renewed strength and energy after use, noting improvements in fatigue and illness.
A clipped ad style note credits Prof EE Phelps MD for a celery based tonic named Paines Celery Compound. It promotes energy confidence and health as essential for good blood and nerve vigor, attributed to Dartmeath University findings.
Representative Scott of Kansas spoke in the House on April 12 defending his remarks about Grover Cleveland and Charles J. Taylor. He denounced misquotation, argued race and social status matter in politics, and defended his reference to Cleveland and Jefferson. He mocked Democratic partisan lines while citing amnesty and the Kansas constitution.
New order shifts trainmasters on the Kansas and Paso divisions to April 2. Nevill of Topeka assumes duties from Horton to Herington and Clay Center line crews. A McGill at Herington to Caldwell, and other routes from Herkatoo to Eh jot. Seneca to Doi for Gas and Eas are involved. A meeting is set to organize a permanent group this afternoon with notable local financiers circling subscriptions.
Wireless telegraphy is being applied to railroad operations enhancing signaling and train communication. The article notes industry adoption, potential efficiency gains, and the system's impact on safety and timetabling for rail networks.
Dalhart Texas April 13 reports Chas. Fi Stith chief dispatcher announces a new wireless telegraphy invention tested between Sante Fe Trinidad Amarilla and Dallas with connections through cabooses on the El Paso division. The system uses electric wave induction with a clocklike dial and a central transmitter, enabling instant voice conversations across 200 miles and signaling via electric bells.
The Le interstate Hallway company plans a 1600 mile system from Kansas City to Duluth with a cross line to St Louis and a key route via Connell Bluffs and Carhs. Bonds totaling several million are placed with French capitalists. main line expected to be finished within a year.
An El Paso Times report from Phoenix details a clash between Southern Pacific and Santa Fe to control transcontinental service through the Gila Valley. Both lines race to finish a longer Phoenix route, spanning Kelvin and Dudleyville to Florence, with construction and legal disputes looming ahead.
British Columbia officials discuss a proposed subsidy to supplement the Dominion government aid for a new railway linking Huntley Columbia to the Grand Trunk Pacific route through the Peace River and Tete Jeune passes. A $326,000 guaranty is requested to secure timely completion before the imperial session. Representatives seek timely approval and assurance that the Dominion subsidy will be provided.
April 13 at Dathert Texas A meeting of the Order of Fatir and Conductors of Duihart No 423 was held in their hall at 2 30 pm Nine fillettenuance from the Hoek Island division attended The presentation featured a fine piece of jewelry and a tribute to retiring Supt J H W Conlon The program included speeches by Geo A Pew W Gilbert A J Hall Prank Trein Jake Kints and others and a notable performance by Hed Miller conductor and noted composer and performer
In a regional plan, 2000 Carsonis to be used by C. P. near Rereks Lake. Sherman Eravel orders indicate the transport of two thousand cars for draining purposes serving first and second districts. Cravel to be deployed mainly at Eareka Lake and near Fireokvite.
A historical note reports Katy purchasing eighty six locomotives with a cash portion of 196 742 and 8935 980 at 4 percent interest. The deal includes a semiannual payment plan through 1933 totaling 67 000, with the Saint Louis branch and the Alton railroad division cited. A San Bernardino message adds an artistic ceramic work by John Puller, praised as a finest piece, and speculation circles the coast about a successor to John Poster as mechanical superintendent.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions a dated event with unclear names and details. It references a past time marker and possible action but lacks readable entities or concrete facts to specify.
San Bernardino April 12 talks suggest the Port Arthur issue may not trigger a walkout. A local representative in Chicago cited yesterday that the possibility of action was growing at first but perception cooled, with opinions shifting hour by hour.
Leaders in Frisco foresee broad impact from recent leadership changes at the top. The appointment of Davidson to president and other moves could reverberate through Texans and sports circles, though exact effects remain uncertain.
Arkansas Clus, Kas, April 23. News from Santa Fe indicates no immediate chase in the contemplated strike, with results uncertain. Guards at southern yards remain on duty, keeping areas clear of trespassers and trampers as talks progress.
Chicago April 13 Immigrant bureau of the Western Passenger association received a stunning blow as the Union Parcite railroad ends its existence appointing Peter McDonnell New York agent who has fought the bureau for years McDonnell is described as immigrant agent for the road Chief clerk appointments and visits to Topeka Ottawa and Chicago outlined including Mrs Margaret Hil Mcarter lecture plans and entertainment at railroad rooms Trainmasters and officials from Rock Island Santa Fe and Bred Harvey gather for the announcement amid inspections and a forthcoming entertainment schedule
A partial notice from Pittsburg dated April 15 states Missouri Pacific will inaugurate direct passenger service to Joplin, Missouri, affecting routes between the two states and altering current schedules.
Sherii Campos of Nemaha county pursues John Henderson who escaped after a robbery at the Goffs tank in nearby Seneca. A reward of $60 has been posted by the tank owner. Henderson is described as about 35 inches tall and weighing 160 pounds with chestnut hair and blue eyes.
Fragments note a local health guidance advisory about coughs and colds. It references care steps and remedies, with limited readable detail. Names, dates, or organiztions are not clearly legible.
A fragment describes a physician endorsed remedy for female distress and nervous exhaustion. It cites Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as a cure for Leucorrhea and other female ailments, claiming it strengthens the nervous system and steadies drains on the body. The text emphasizes trust in the remedy and a suggested fair trial.
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