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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 06, 1902
Page
10
An advertisement touts De Miles Nerve and Liver Pills as a restorative tonic for headaches and stomach pains. It claims the product strengthens the nervous system, aids digestion, and improves overall health, with references to Nervine and liver benefits and testimonials of relief. The illegible text evokes a period marketing tone for medical tonics.
In Emporia Kansas the court grants an injunction amid a fight over funding for a new Carnegie library. Wright sues the city and mayor Moree claiming a contract with Mrs Plum for a library site, alleging unlawful use of city funds and potential constitutional violations.
Defeated candidate Wolcott seeks to contest the Seventh District race alleging hundreds of fraudulent or miscounted ballots favored the opponent. The canvassing board backed Perice over Wolcott by about 238 votes, and recounts may alter the result. Mund in the Sixth District also plans a contest under similar grounds.
The passage reports a complaint involving Postmaster Hatty of Flacepoe and Batty. It notes inquiries by officials on alleged political activity neglect of duty and other charges. Details on timing and outcomes are unclear and the matter concerns potential renewal or removal of personnel.
Perry Kansas residents met to discuss measures against an attempted shift of a barrel rail line. The plan aims to route traffic from The Masonville to Jerry and erect a rail barrier here. They resolved to comment by March 15, 1908, and push for completion of the project, with the cost to be borne by the community.
A incident near Sterling Kansas left Joseph Holmes fatally injured and Oliver Tyson injured. Holmes died from injuries as Tyson began recovery. Memorial services were held at the tavern in Kau for university officials and faculty with a large student turnout.
A fragmented item notes cooperation between Col. C Lil lene and Frank Bhichings in a city context. Details are unclear due to OCR issues, but the pair are identified as principals in a local action or project. Further readable text not available.
In Leavenworth Kansas six sections report about one man on strike amid rumors of Santa Fe wage hikes. Workers complained of nine hour shifts and pay cut to 1.12 per hour and threatened to take to the streets if not raised. The three section bosner reportedly walk tracks, then repair in the afternoon.
The Missouri Mr C A G rowing convention in Leavenworth Kansas Dec 6 heard reports from secretaries on state work and membership gains. Chancellor Frank Strong of the State University spoke at the Baptist church on The Paramount Claims of Christ Upon Those Who Lend Strength to Lives. Frank H W furt of Missouri read a paper on the importance of boosting and training volunteer workers. Judge Sefton C Spencer of St Louis will lecture tonight on The Association as a Factor in Attainment of The Type of Christian Manhood.
The Lantry firm, already doing rock work on the Rio Puerco bridge, is favored to win the contract for the Santa Fe Cut-off. They plan the route via La Jaya, with potential bypass crossings. project may place a Harvey house at the new line near Belen, pleasing local residents as preparations continue.
An article discusses headaches caused by catarrh and ear eyestrain, promoting Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a cure. It cites Miss Cara Ainsley praising the tablets and notes the remedy aims to eliminate the catarrhal poison through blood and natural channels. The tablets are sold by druggists at fifty cents per package.
The Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe submitted a plan to western roads to raise freight from 12½ to 18½ cents per hundred pounds to Chicago and Kansas City, with several lines resisting increases beyond 25½ cents from Kansas City proper. The Santa Fe would apply a 16½ cent rate from Kansas City westward, while others limit westward rises. The dispute touches shipments west of Kansas City and divisions signaled willingness to adjust rates.
Prominent changes at the Santa Fe depot include O F Higginson elevated from chief clerk to night chief in the dispatcher’s office and Koy Mi Stopher named chief clerk. The moves come amid shifts in staff as the dispatcher’s office reorganizes with the expected long term impact on salaries and promotions.
Lowest bid found was 744 428 for Gostal Transportation Building in St Louis. No award made as bids surpassed the ground and building committee's price ceiling. Several bidders listed include Vincent 121d Nicholas Pelligrenn 144 428 Roundtree Construction 72 000 Strehlow Phelps 353518038 J W Thomnean 85 0 00 C G Briton 820 001 and Goldie Construction Company 38h.
In St Louis on December 6 an agent from the Southwestern Immigration bureau sought a portable suite of offices to begin preliminary colonization work in the Southwest. Temporary arrangements were made to occupy rooms in the Gay Building at Third and Pine, with offices to open in a few days.
A brief reminder urges families to keep Pe-ru-na on hand for fall and winter illnesses. It emphasizes readiness for cold season and the product as a household staple.
An old issue warns that neglected colds lead to croup capillary bronchitis and rheumatic pains in children. It promotes Peruna as a safeguard, urging parents to treat early, keep a bottle at home, and consult Dr. Hartman for guidance. Many testimonials claim Peruna restored health in kids and households.
Fragmentary OCR text notes transit rules in September and October, mentioning El Paso and inference about passenger numbers. No clear events, people, or organizations are fully readable to form a concrete news item.
The article notes a sharp drop in silver prices hurting Mexican Central and its fiscal year, with exchange rates sliding from 4 to 27 cents, deepening losses projected around 59000. It also covers railroad operations, staff movements, and holiday ticket rates affecting Santa Fe and Rock Island lines, plus local church and community notices.
Report notes a change in Pennsylvania anthracite markets with new pricing signals and potential buyer demand. Details reference regional trade patterns and supply constraints affecting delivery timelines and market availability for industrial users.
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