Merchant Marine Urged by Topeka Club to Press Congress
The Topeka Commercial Club adopted a committee report urging Congress to restore and develop the American merchant marine. The memo notes U S tonnage decline, foreign competition, and that American ships carry under 10 percent of exports and imports, urging prompt decisive action to boost U S maritime commerce.
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New York Board of Trade
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Bond questions for Chief McCollum’s office raise stakes
Councilman Griley probes McCollum bond status amid speculation that bondsmen may face damages for acts by the chief. McCollum has not filed a bond, triggering possible loss of office if no bond is secured. The move signals pressure from liberal-backed factions and a whisky crusade angle.
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Griley
Pond
Shawnee County Sees New Boom In Coal Role
A fragmented Shawnee County item hints at a sudden coal industry surge with talk of a boom. The piece references local figures and unclear events, noting gains, losses, and financial stakes amid an evolving scene for workers and investors.
Bonds Voted Down In Rural Arkansas Valley Vote
Election in Shtrmat township Sedgewick county voted 212000 bonus for the proposed Arkansas Valley In fer urban ratinas. The test was lent by ten votes and the result reflected a low turnout amid unclear phrasing and a stray health ad.
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Wichita, Dee
Shtrmat
Sedgewick County
Arkansas Valley
Rail crossing dispute halts street paving in Chanute
In Chanute on December 10, city officials and a railroad crew clashed over a spur laid across Bain Street. Agents prevented ongoing work as the city seeks to pave the street, while contractors Press for clearance to resume excavation and complete paving, with police advised to enforce order.
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Brownell
Brown
Tan & Xptr Acrosa Mile
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iGt
Schulte & Co
Reagan
Terai Stepa
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Santa Fe depot plans announced for multiple towns
Caney Chronicle reports the Santa Fe system will rapidly upgrade depots. The superintendent says Ele City, Independence, Caney, Walnut, Dewey, Bartlesville, and Copan depots will be moved or expanded, with new brick structures and better track alignment along the line to the state border and Junction.
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Caney Chronicle
Ele City
Independence
Caney
Santa Fe
Santa En
State Line
Walnut
Copan
Dewey
Katy
Sana Fe
Bartlesville
Rock Island to Run Salina Chickasha Train Beginning December
Salina Kansas December 1 M Z Baker local Rock Island agent says a new train will start Salina to Chickasha about December 4. The schedule links with east and west trains at Herington with a morning departure from Salina and night arrival in Chickasha return trips start early morning from Chickasha and reach Salina by evening. The move reflects Rock Island’s goodwill toward branch customers and credit to Salina Abilene merchants and local commercial clubs.
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Baltna
Abilene
Missouri Pacific Section Returns to Work at Lower Pay
Missouri Pacific roadmaster George Miller reports a near full force of section men temporarily rejoining at $1.25 a day after a reduced schedule paused most workers. In Atchison yard Archie Boyle's gang grows to eight. Leavenworth crews still holding out.
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George Miller
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Atchison
Too Fierce for Hulbert as Yardmaster at Newton
Newton Kan Dec 10 W H S Hulbert came to Newton seeking the general yard master post but after meeting the yards and situation last night he declined the deal and returned to Wichita The proposition proved too fierce for him Boots says the mechanical and train departments will proceed to clean up the yards soon
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Newton
Kan
HS Hulbert
Wichita
Mure
Still tied up as freight blockade halts Newton yard work
In Newton Kansas on December 18 the rail saw mill remains idle for lack of material. Several cars are in the yard waiting for shipment but blocking conditions in the vicinity have halted operations. About thirty workers are affected, forcing a vacation.
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Newton
Kan
Yarte
Eno
Wichita Derailleric? Hass Leaves Rock Island Cashier Post
T. Hass, longtime cashier in Rock Island offices at Wichita Kansas, resigns to become assistant to General Agent Fichar of the Iron Mountain Railway, Fort Smith. His successor will assume duties promptly. Colleagues note the rapid rise and express regret at his departure.
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Tocalf
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Fichar
Iron Mountain Railway
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Bake
Haus
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Fallrosa
Hines
Frisco declines Iron Mountain line trackage rights
Disagreement over conditions for St. Louis and San Francisco to gain trackage rights over Iron Mountain into New Orleans sparked renewed plans for an independent line. Negotiations on Iron Mountain access between Memphis and New Orleans have lasted about a year with Frisco not relinquishing local traffic rights, while investments in New Orleans terminal properties already existed.
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New York
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Ynton Rouge
Bonded silver bullion car broken into near Dalhart
News from El Paso says a bonded car carrying silver bullion was opened near Dalhart and Chief Inspector George Smith was sent to reseal the car and check for missing bars. Officers fear theft after several bonded cars were previously broken into, though those did not contain bullion. The latest car was recovered but losses are suspected.
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Dalhart
George Smith
Albuquerque Journal- Democrat
Grain blockade halts Kansas City shipments at Jefferson City
Journal reports a Missouri writer notes a Union Pacific blockage forming along the tracks to curb Kansas City grain shipments. About 100 cars were placed on Fort Riley maneuver camp tracks, with another equal number due, plus additional cars on side tracks between Jefferson City and Kansas City. The disruption strains local grain trade and commerce.
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Kansas
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Kansas City
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Fort Riley
Favorite Prescription Promises Relief for Women
A vintage advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a remedy for leucorrhea and pelvic prolapse. It claims powerful cures and offers a free medical adviser with a mailed request, noting benefits and past patient successes.
Two Engines Smashed in Santa Fe Yards Crash
A wreck in the Santa Fe yards at Wea there is damage to the equipment and track. The incident left locomotives ruined and disrupted rail operations in the area. Officials investigated the collision and began repairs to restore service.
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Weathern
Bates Will Stand Inter state rate ruling borders on partial victory
The Interstate Commerce Commission ruled that defendants George J. Kindel and the Denver Chamber of Commerce, along with Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe, justified lowering rates from Pacific coasts to river points. The ruling stated that rates on other commodities should not be higher.
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Fugitive Defaulter Located by Southern Pacific Detectives
San Francisco dispatch reports Southern Pacific detectives located a defaulter associated with the Union Pacific case in Honduras. No extradition treaty exists, so arrest is unlikely. Newton Depot work advances with brick extension to improve baggage handling and passenger flow. Local railroad officials including J H Gaunt and B Hurley in Topeka discussed operations. Santa Fe maps and staff movements noted. Fireman Brown returns to duty after a back injury. Mathew Francis addressed railroad men, with stockholder meetings scheduled in Topeka and Chicago offices.
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Lawman Lawson Case Heard by Board Behind Closed Doors
Kansas City December 10 Patrolman William Lawson faces assault charges from attorney Robert Herrick. The police commissioners heard witnesses, including Colonel D R Anthony of Leavenworth who testified against Lawson. Anthony described prior tensions and alleged provocation at Union Station. Herrick testified that Lawson struck him in the face after a dispute over his umbrella, then took him to the station. Lawson denied striking Herrick. AN Dodge said he did not see the blow.
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Robert T. Herrick
Leavenworth
Kan
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Koehler
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Union Station
Col
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Camel
Tawgon
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Equal Suffragists Adjourn in Abilene Kansas
The state suffrage association met in Abilene on December 1 and elected officers. Miss Helen Kimber of Parsons was named president, Mrs. Marie P. Grisham of Cottonwood was vice president, and Mrs. Kate Aplings led as treasurer with other officers elected from Salina and Brockton. The group planned a conference in October.
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Parsons
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Brockton
Pobratney
Kate Aplings
Enanel Grove
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Trpeke
Swamp-Root Kidney Remedy Ad Claims Free Sample Offer
An advertisement for Dr Kilmer's Swamp-Root promotes the kidney liver and bladder remedy as a cure for various ailments. It urges readers to request a free trial bottle by mail and cites testimonials from users including a letter from Robert Berner praising improved health.
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