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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1902
Page
4
A chaotic report on a millionaire will dispute in New Orleans outlines division among heirs, with mentions of Legatees, estates, and legal actions. Details are fragmented, but reference is made to Tulane University ties and a court session.
A Kansas article reports three business buildings in a city were destroyed by fire, with significant loss of contents. Fire crews battled the blaze, securing the scene and preventing spread to adjacent structures. No injuries were immediately reported, and investigators will determine the cause.
Early Monday a damaging blaze destroyed three business buildings and tents in Lincoln with the confectionery store of Charles McKay and nearby shops. Insurance on some structures totals about $2,100, while McKay’s building remains uninsured. Firefighters barely contained the flames, sparing the street from broader destruction as townspeople react to the disaster.
Deputy Attorney McKeever arrives to discuss a government case against Mary Ginderbene of Palin Cli Neb charged with fraudulent aid. The narrative involves Conrad a carpenter at Fort Leavenworth and a troubling exchange over a money-related allegation framed as a joke.
A Private soldier drowned after breaking through thin ice while skating on a winter pond. He fell into frigid water near San Bernardino and was rescued after twenty minutes but died from exposure. The incident occurred at Tate Street where onlookers reported the tragedy.
A report from Pittsburgh December 2 says A B Maurer, assistant general manager of a coal company, died suddenly after collapsing en route. Coronary inquest indicated poisoning as the cause. Thurber, missing Atchison man, located in Mexico after two weeks away with debts. Thompson, wholesale junk dealer, left Atchison, owed about 11 dollars, later found near El Paso. He planned to visit Grant Gillette in Purrel Meateas. Thompson owed Missouri Pacific railroad 208 in freight charges.
Abstract of reports from Abilene Kansas notes horses shipped in the past week with several more on the way. Prices are high with good horses bringing around 100 dollars. Kansas markets, including Chicago and St. Louis, are yielding strong prices for local stock. Farmers' Institute at El Dorado featured talks by Calvin and Prof. H Webster with W J Robins and others. attendance hindered by cold weather. A Revival at Florence reports 1200 attendees as Oliver brothers preach on the unpardonable sin. New Editor appointed in Sant Kaw. C W White takes charge of the Daily Republican Journal after ownership changes.
Railroad feature reports Santa Fe notes survey complete for a new northern California route crossing the Rio Grande at Helen. Construction bids in, with 800 workers to deploy around Albuquerque and Abó. Night work by electric lights to speed the Abó canyon bypass and rock work, impacting western rail routes and California traffic strategies.
The article portrays General Gomez as a pivotal Cuban figure who quelled a menacing labor strike and steadied government authority in Havana. It compares his influence to Bolivar, notes his nonmilitary role, and credits him with steering both occupation-era order and Palma's government.
An ad extols Dr Miles Heart Cure to treat weak hearts and related symptoms like palpitations and fatigue. A testimonial from a former valvular heart patient credits the remedy with restoring health and saving the speaker’s life. The copy emphasizes blood enrichment, nerve support, and improved circulation through the tonic.
A fragment notes a plan for a new depot and possible railroad use. It mentions hopes for city access and the movement's potential success, but states Santa Fe's intentions in Hazard have not been discussed. TheBee is referenced as a source that spoke only once to interested parties.
President F J Graves announces topics for discussion at the next annual boiler association convention. Topics include firebox cracks and vertical vs horizontal causes, methods to prevent cracking, setting locomotive flues, care in set view, staying boilers and detecting defective stays, riveting seams in firebox, draft sheets, welding flues, boiler construction, boiler maintenance, patches and washing, mud rings leaks, removing fireboxes, and the convention dates in Columbus May 19 21 1908.
Springfield ML December 2 report that over 200 striking workers at the Wabash system returned to work after a wage increase. The job committee secured 2 to 4 cent hourly hikes across departments including machinists, blacksmiths, tipplers, and ship men, with scale boosts varying by trade and prior pay.
The piece notes a December meeting about Nichols remaining in Kitten City, with no action taken. It lists pensions and a long roster of named individuals across multiple places, including Kansas City and Washington, with scattered details and unclear outcomes.
General Manager H. W. Mudge of the Santa Fe discusses the Santa Fe gaining an entrance to the new Bates terminal depot at Kansas City. He says the Santa Fe has never been consulted about the river project’s intentions and no decision has been made.
Ban Bernardino California Dee and three boilermakers arrived yesterday and today three more came from Chicago to work in the Santa shops. The company moves workers to hinder organization, while layoffs of four in the boiler shop raise questions. Only 30 of 165 scheduled for layoff received vacation papers, leaving others uncertain about benefits. Sixteen of those laid off are machinists.
Petition circulated among Santa Fe employees to build the new hospital in San Bernardino instead of Los Angeles is complete and will be sent to General Manager Wells. Chairman William Smith and committee members spearheaded the effort, with a favorable outlook for approval.
An advertisement proclaims love and poverty, urging women to consult Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Remedy. It claims to regulate, dry drains, heal inflammation and ulcers, cure female weakness, and invites sick women to write for free advice at Buffalo New York.
An advertisement extols Dr Kilmer Swamp-Root as a cure for kidney and related ailments. It claims weak kidneys affect the whole body, lists various symptoms, and offers free sample and booklets via mail from Kilmer Co. The copy targets readers with urinary, back and digestive issues and urges trial as the path to health.
A board of trade committee and employees discuss continuing their work and preparing to send a delegation to Los Angeles to present the matter to appropriate officials. They plan to meet in a few days to finalize arrangements.
El Paso Texas December 9 The Rock Island yard well is failing to supply enough water for use at the point authorities report the shortage may be temporary or permanent. The Hereford parapline plant is closed for needed repairs while pumps at Fort Bliss have been restarted to secure water for the line.
Guthrie Dec 9 The Winfield Southern railroad announces a revival survey from Winfield Kansas into the Osage reservation Oklahoma covering about 100 miles. Old plan revived under a Kansas charter. Also notes on railroad workers, injuries, transfers, and convention travels among Santa Fe and MK&T staff.
Fevered recuperation delays a key figure while Pike's Peak road managers confer in Topeka with H. Cable about railway leadership. Mr Catte, former Sen-FAl manager, and Mr Sofie, his successor, are noted in context.
Mrs Amos J. Cummings widow of the late New York congressman and editor plans to donate her husband’s library to the Union Printers’ Home in Colorado Springs California. She praises the home and its facilities while visiting, noting the library’s extensive and valuable collection and her approval of the gift.
Reader testimonial from a Wichita photographer on a kidney complaint. The statement describes two years of pain and backache, claiming relief after Dean's Kidney Pills. Claim mentions Kansas Avenue and a nationwide sale by Petar-Miburn Co. as agents.
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