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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1901
Page
3
Theater listings describe Stennon's Uncle Tom's Cabin and a Beck vignettes at Crawford with new scenery and the Waterton visual effects. Eight performances are promised, with local actress Laure Real noted from Topeka. The notice emphasizes novelty, appeal, and theater tradition.
Rail news notes patronage fears and Santa Fe denial as Mexico tour trains, run by various agencies, gain popularity. Private car parties increasing, with El Paso and Mexico routes offering all inclusive rates. First tourist trains through Topeka slated for February 7, with additional departures in February and March.
A 1901 report from Railway Age notes the United States has far more railway mileage than any other nation, about two thirds of the world total, with estimates showing the U S owning roughly 200 000 miles excluding street and suburban lines while the world totals rise higher in Asia Africa and South America data from the London year book 1902.
The United States runs a private steam rail line from Port Hancock to Highland Beach on Sandy Hook peninsula. It uses a single locomotive and a few cars and connects with the Central Railroad of New Jersey. Hidden ordnance operations reportedly take place at Sandy Hook grounds, with ordnance stores and supplies funneled through the route.
The passage describes a railroad used for passenger traffic limited to holders of passes issued by US military authorities. Except for the inscription Sandy?ane Grounds on a locomotive, no ownership clues are evident. An artillery sergeant acts as conductor and Col. J. B. Burbank, in command at Fort Hancock, is cited as trade manager.
Oklahoma division officials establish a new headquarters in Arkansas City with superintendent Tice and chief clerk Mr Cross arriving. Key staff include Stillwell, Creighton, Hy Stacker, and W. L. Inkham. A wire to the Santa Fe right-of-way will connect this office to all parts of the division once installed.
Dave Cowardine, injured by a Santa Fe train near Cicero months ago, settles for 5500. He carried 400 pounds accident insurance with the Brotherhood of Railways trainmen, and has also received that money. The Santa Fe company offers a letter to Lupe Whisen for employment and Cowardine may take a clerkship once he adapts to his prosthetic leg. Total compensation amounts to 3900 for his injury plus insurance, with prospects for financial stability ahead.
The article describes the Santa Fe’s development of a giant locomotive, claiming it as the largest engine constructed. It notes specifications, weight comparisons, and required infrastructure like a roundhouse. mentions the engine’s power to haul loads up steep grades and its impact on operations across the mountain division. It also references related railroad industry discussions and corporate negotiations of the era.
Faded report lists railroad workers at the Baltimore & Ohio in distressed health and duty changes. Names include machinists, switchmen, clerks, and foremen. several reported sick, others returned to duty, transfers within shops noted, and a benevolent society dance announced at Lincoln Post hall.
An advertisement claims rapid cures for kidney and bladder troubles with a remedy by Dr Kilmer and Co. It promises wonderful results for distressing cases and offers free samples by mail, requesting readers to mention the Topelky State Journal. The text urges purchasing through Orameiets Hook and mentions Binghamton, N Y.
From Kansas City where he went before Christmas T B Cook foreman of the tool room at Cleburne Texas has been visiting old acquaintances in the shops. The report lists numerous workers, relocations, illnesses, and shop activity including repairs, overhauls, and gas heating changes. Some names appear with brief notes on health or assignments and travel between Chicago Topeka Albuquerque and Salt Lake City.
A long column of railroad items reports a wreck near Long Sunday night causing shutdowns and a wrecking crane removal. It notes the enginering car and brake beam issue, with possible higher danger if speed had been greater. Also covered are Santa Fe ice operations, New Year open house at the YMCA Y, and personnel changes in Topeka shops.
Washington December 31 President Castro of Venezuela issued an open letter shedding light on his aims. He references German affairs and united support for defending the fatherland. The note responds to an application granting release to jailed Caracas journalists and notes repress ive measures taken to preserve liberal policy amid revolutionary pressures.
A jagged ad text touts Dyspepsia Cure and Kodol Digestive Aid for indigestion and stomach trouble. It asserts rapid relief from a first dose and full recovery with continued use, claiming benefits for children and long standing cases alike.
Fragmented clippings report on pewinr's Early Risers elixir and a political note about Republican venues. It notes the death of James Antwerp due to overwork, details his roles with multiple newspapers, and mentions censorship and telegraph exchange affecting American government communications.
The Derwent Water rise floods Barment and surrounding streets, inundating numerous business premises and residences. Emergency crews report several harrow events as water covers roads and the Matlock football ground.
Owens Mill resident describes buying Pyramid Pile Cure for his wife after a first trial produced relief. He notes continued treatment improved her condition, reflecting local interest in the product advertised by Pyramid Divg Co.
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