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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 29, 1899
Page
7
Railroad news reports Thomas J. Lee succeeds H. S. Downey who resigned. Santa Fe earnings show a sharp rise in November. Galveston tidbits note local and general items with a hint of golf and Indiana references.
A Chicago railroad official steps down on January 1 after a long career with the firm. The retiring executive, known for his long service, will remain connected to the company in a consulting role and continues to oversee operations that touched the freight and passenger divisions.
A damaged OCR fragment outlines a career path in railway service from Candas Great Went to audit and audit oversight roles. It mentions positions such as general passenger agent and ticket agent with North Missouri railroad and later work with Chicago and Site. The text is garbled and incomplete.
The Tribune reports Pittsburg and Gulf managers seek a president for the reorganized road after A B Stinwell’s resignation. Meetings at Pittsburg and Lambert offices failed to yield a candidate. next discussion slated for Wednesday with executive committee oversight.
Ban Bernardine California Dec 29 As No 3 Westbound freight train crosses a bridge the wreck result destroys the entire contents and framework. About thirty cars in the train were wrecked and the bridge damaged in the conflagration.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a train incident with seven cars and engine damaged by a possible explosion or collision. Report mentions a rear train setback and frost or safeties, with no confirmed injuries.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a garbled public notice about an event or show being erected or staged near a harbor area with references to earnings, rallies, and a November date. It mentions a fuel year period and a November deadline tied to a frame or pile project, with unclear local organization.
Colorado road crews and telegraphers urge wage increases amid union agitation. A meeting with General Superintendent Baraple discussed uniform scheduling and higher monthly pay, aims to reduce overtime and align with other companies. A Randquarters committee proposed promoting workers through a dedicated show and considered employing temporary staff to cover shifts.
Chicago December 20 Wallace G Collins superintendent of the Chicago Milwaukee and St Paul railroad is reported to have been asked to accept the presidency of the Pittsburgh Gulf and End. While Collins declined to comment on the matter noting overtures have been made, Gulf road directors reportedly seek him for the top post as a likely shift unfolds.
A collision near Palmer Lake involving Santa Fe and Colorado Midland trains left one fireman dead and another crew member seriously hurt. No passengers were injured. The cause is not yet known. A new dispatcher position was created to handle rising freight and traffic volumes.
The Burlington has inaugurated an innovation in passenger coaches, soon replacing the old yellow train on tracks with dark vehicles. The new coaches are described as advanced, distinct in color and design, signaling a shift from the familiar yellow livery.
Ravel Harting is named general manager of the Missouri Pacific after serving as division superintendent. Willis McCambriges, a Topeka employee, moves to Albuquerque to oversee a large steel water tank construction for the Santa Fe railroad at Winslow Arizona. An order says private mire is added to correct weights. On Wednesday evening January 4 the BL & In Argentine will give a ut it is said that the ball will be a wtful morning ticket agent J.
A clipped Santa Fe page recounts depot notices and staff changes. A. Luria received a handsome chair, J. B. Gallet and Dyer discuss reorganizations, while Fred Harvey’s lunchrooms plan a late opening. Palmer Lake rail service ends after a date, and various workers transfer, retire, or face shortages, including a misfire tale aboard a train.
Dec 25 report states Enid and Tonkaws railway transferred to Chicesy, Bock Island and Pacitte mall. Merger involves territorial secretary, nine runs from North Enid through Gerictd and Noble counties to town filings. Obit referenced as in operation for three weeks.
The directors of the St Joseph and Grand Island Rally Company declare a dividend of 2 percent on its first preferred stock payable January 3. The decision follows the annual meeting held in New York in December and reflects current earnings and distribution policy.
Washington December 29 The case of Consel Charles Marrum United States representative of Pretoria who insisted on relief as the South African crisis peaked. Reports say he may travel by German ship, taking about six weeks, with unclear motives for his departure. Representative Taylor Ohio cites no direct word from Marrum, while authorities note heightened tensions and preparations on both sides but no political motive is evident.
Colombian advices report failed efforts at government accommodation with insurgents, renewing hostilities on the Pacifico fronts and clashes on the Atlantic side near Baranquilla. Government forces, previously deceived, fell into a trap. General Casadian was wounded. Public frustration grows as foreign intervention looms to protect industrial interests threatening ruin.
Samuel Shackleford, clerk of the court of appeals, refuses to recognize Governor Turler Paynter Fulton appointments to fill a board seat. The dispute centers on oath of office for state guard members. plans for court action are discussed as the issue looms.
Creditors push for a plan after Harper and Brothers shows total liabilities of about 3 million with secured debt near 6 million and unsecured claims. The committee estimates assets around 200 thousand to 242 thousand after mortgage claims and favors continuing the business under strong control to improve prospects.
Assistant Secretary Meiklejohn reports to Representative Long that war department aims to develop Philippine hemp trade and open hemp ports as soon as feasible. Otis instructed to ensure port openings, likely January, with hemp shipments to Western states resuming after 60 days. He argues wartime price disruptions are temporary and domestic demand remains strong.
Fred Berger, longtime manager to Sal Smith Russell, plans to reorganize the company after Russell retires. A Poor Relattin Frank J. Keenin emerges as a rising author and actor while Panai is tipped to succeed Noah Yule. Most players from Russell's troupe are expected to remain, with a new tour route being booked.
San Francisco dispatches to the Associated Press discuss bubonic plague anxiety amid Honolulu actions. President Dole urges calm, health officials pledge swift containment. Chinatown fears grow as quarantine and interisland steamship rules tighten. Military posts and transport vessels face strict restrictions while shipboard crews face isolation.
Chicago merchants met at the Great Northern hotel to discuss wholesale cooperation and a central distributing agency. A paper by St Roth outlined future retail grocer aims, promising 13 to 20 percent savings and a federation growing with new members.
Readers learn of export constraints affecting Sunday shipments, with Belmont & Co. and Atullet Sehall & Co. listed for large sums. Discrepancies between Wall Street announcements and customs reports were clarified by the Goldman Buchs & Co. shipment, noting four days after clearance to file a complete manifest and avoid waste.
Classified style item list seeking workers and buyers with scattered OCR junk. Mentions trade training and wages, plus various rental and sale notices, guns and livestock ads, and vehicle and household items in a jumbled historical newspaper fragment. Named places include Rou yontr HeMlied, Lavist Mo, and addresses such as 2 Kamas avenue and 12) Monirme aient oe cove. Names and entities are incomplete due to messy text.
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