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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 17, 1900

Page

3

Unusual Concession Passes Barred for Veterans

Chicago Feb 17 Central Passenger Bar of Minri es met in the city and granted a plan to handle transport for a Grand Army encampment next August. The aim is the lowest rate ever for such an event, with passes barred for transportation to ensure fair access and prevent favoritism during the period. Committees will travel to arrange details and ensure the plan complies with the new policy, signaling a broader adoption by western railways.

Chicago Grand Army Donald

War on the Santa Fe erupts in Edmond clash

In Edmond a Santa Fe train crew and local citizens clash after thefts of coal. Conductor Hildebrandt and Brakeman Harrah are hurt as guards confront youths, with Hixon later attacked upon arrival. A general melee follows as townsfolk rally. Additional trouble expected as tensions rise.

Arkaneen Reall Edmond Santa Fe Ottienn Hémond Col Shutes Terey Balluat Edmond Postiities Hildebrandt Churgy Joral Guthrie Cully Healey Geo Junin Allen Mli Hixon

Cabbage Shipments Planned From Corpus Christi to Coast

Corpus Christi expects 1000 railcars of early cabbage for export to the coast, with heavy consignments from nearby growers. Railroads bid to handle the business as commission men move to Corpus Christi to arrange storage and distribution for the rush beginning soon after shipment starts.

Compliments West, Western Men in Delaware State Meeting

The first annual meeting of the Delaware Lackawanna and Western state William H Trotsdale was elected president. The president will present his annual report and discuss railroad policy and harmony among Western and Eastern railroad workers. The talk focuses on Westerners’ efficiency in stations and departments as the best path to progress and economy.

New York Delaware, Lackawannah& Western William H Trotsdale Read Tossiag Tme Truesdale An- Bull Tras Interstew Ecomemy Lackawanna

Frisco to Denison extension in plan for Robinson Line

An incomplete note describes the proposed Robinson Line extension from Frisco to Denison not stopping at Sapulpa Tex in February. It mentions subscription requirements and implied timetable while noting uncertain details and readers’ memory of earlier routes.

Sapulpa Tex Iit Tienlaan

New Road Project Lays Plans For July Completion

A historic town project outlines a July deadline for completing a new road and related infrastructure. Senior figure Jokneon notes survey work has begun while subcontractors prepare to erect a depot facility and lay tracks. The plan includes traffic adjustments and a shift of main routes linking St. Louis to the Gulf, promising shorter freight distances and access to coal regions.

Yoakum Iso Jokneon Thin Point St. Lowly Gulf

STEEL RAILS IN DEMAND IN PUBLO COLORADO

Steel rails are being produced in large quantities by the agent works with orders piled ahead and rail demand rising. The Burlington and Western construction drive rail production, with heavier weights now in use. January output shows notable tonnages, indicating a strong market for steel rails.

Publo Col Wenter Hani Jacumey JM

Northern Pacific to run double daily trains from Portland

Passenger Agent Charles S. Bes of the Northern Pacific in Portland announced starting April 24 the railroad will operate double daily passenger services between Portland Puget Sound and St Paul with an observation car on board The North Coast Limited will also inaugurate a through service linking St Louis Puget Sound and Portland via Billings Montana

DODGE CITY PROMOTES DANCE BOARDS AND RAIL NEWS

PROM DODGE CITY announces two ninth annual balls by Io F. lodge at La Janta on February 28 and News ton on March 16. AA Bildeman returns from Chicago with brother C J Shideman. M G Nuckies to Liberal for permanent station charge. Trainmaster Dean issues circular guiding departments amid rail traffic slowdowns and a looming busy period.

B.D. Bowen Chicago Bowen Topeka Gallagher Io F. Lodge la Janta Lodge Newston Bildeman Rock Inland Railway C. J. Shideman M. G. Nuckies Sir. Shidemman Liberal Dean Santa Fe Deans

Santa Fe Notes on Fort Mantisot and fuel orders

In a fragmentary Santa Fe note, Nelvon of Wakaroga is described as a type pulp man moving to Kiowa and At- Hail with a plan to improve posts. It mentions Fort Mantisot and Hutchinsa southern brace, a forty hour shift at a morning train, and replacement of water tanks with meal tanks. The text refers to Osage City and urges placing orders with THE SOUTHWESTERN FUEL CO via telephone 195.

Nelvon Wakaroga Kiowa Fort Mantisot Tows Ofarel Sante Fe Bunda Eile Hutchinssa-southern Brace Ain Ktegsnan Heen Conde Walt Vetweah Osage City Southwestern Fuel Co

Electric Pills for Nervous Decline Offer

Urgent appeal for Din Mallecs electric pills promising to restore nerves, vigor, and healthy skin. Ads claim improved blood, memory, and energy for tired patients, with prices and mail-order options from HALLOCK DRUG CO in Boston and a supplier network in Topeka and Cincinnati.

Din Mallecs

Sunday Church Lectures and Services Across City

Diverse sermons and lectures Sunday across North Baptist, First Unitarian, Episcopal, Lutheran, and other churches. Notable topics include divine consciousness, moral guidance, and religious outreach. services start morning through evening with Sunday schools and youth programs.

North Baptist Church Christan Church W. Emerson B. Belgas Ietadt Michigan Will Apes Sery Bian Mangallon Geccel Tome Chan Pathiin Mieanor Parhain Jastora Charee Lesan Im. Holt Deer Ine Bunday School Ervine Third Christan Church Third Lake Gireets F. J. Mallory Q. P. Coler Eniernity Atichigamae Ann Arbor Moraine Pase Harrison Goa Brown Bo Price Asbury J. J. Mommie Mt. Olive Af Mi Wooten Malon Herve Firat Gee G. Olden DaRtor Beta Parnas Sitet Venient Church of the Good Spirit Wic Kansas State Spirittual Society Fay Ymorolie West Buehth Street Jackwon Street Moh E. Harumon First Unitarian Church Seevices Mt Jt Abram Wan New Hope Thirteenth Quincy Etreeth J. Mhddlestom Berviom Stmday She An Sohio Dom Mien Clysle Aleo Hoc Seartoe Gur Mpiele Trier Fiest Retigiarian Church John Gordon Aix Sender School C. K Baom Walnut Grove Church Corer of Foehieeves Hackvarn Claas Arey Moto Rip Union Fama Christ Scientist Ta. m Race Cathedral Frank FR Morpeth i Denn John We Bee Maurice J Rewater Tio A.m. Hoty Hanlon Sonday Ephont Rink Hinny Peruony Laurent Quincy Canon Mywinter Calvary Mission East Fourth Street Weany Holy “Communion Canon Hrwater Simon's Corner Western Avenue Seventh

Seed grain payments due to destitute western farmers

The state treasurer’s office reports uncollected seed grain payments from numerous counties, totaling long‑standing debts. County accounts including Peel, Digan, Gresley, Haswell, and Decatur show overdue sums dating back several years. Treasurer Grimes prepared an abstract and will pursue collection to recover funds for seed grain program.

Drouth Psi Peeatur Ee Bel Digan Melo Somardeau Hse Pds Sun Tig Cheyenne Decatur Coun Gratiam Gresley Haswell County Suni Bush Howe Wattnes Grimes

New City Offices Move Forward In New Building Plan

The city council approved moving offices into a new office block east of the federal building. Crane & Co proposed renting the north room of the Keith building for 33 and offered space from their current location for the elt engineer. The council favored securing extra rooms in the new location and planned a single large ground floor door for mayor, city clerk, and council chamber with a vault for records. Two rooms on the second floor would house the city physician, election commissioner, and street commissioner. The city engineer would be located on the ground floor front area once the project is completed.

Corncil Federiad Couneil Leaaine | Padidentrom Crane & Company Keith Lye Zouch Boor Elt Sorem mm Council Chamber Sorind Noor Phy Ale Yngineer

Fragmented note on city utility charges and housing costs

Incomplete fragment describes a city monthly charge for heat and water, with the city covering its own expenses. It mentions a late February timing and seems to discuss billing details but lacks full context or clear outcomes.

Council Jottings: Elections Board Nominations and Damages Mentioned

J T Yount nominates Janey for the fourth ward board of elections to replace James Burgess who resigned. the council confirms. Lewis Porter injured running into a barge. a table on his head. A bill for damages due to the incident is presented with a recommended $100 by the claims committee, Sunnell notes the recommendation. J Davin seeks interdent of Gi park. communication from H M Phillips and C Swarst of the Republican club. The appointment is referred to the park board. A petition requests curb and gutter work on Bananas street from Thirteenth to Fourteenth Streets.

J. T. Yount Janey James Burgess Lewis Porter Sunnell J. Davin Lves Washburn College Pelle Milk Ativehen Hi. M. Phillips C. Swarst Republican Basbeau Club Board of Park Commissioners Ce Wal Fint Banan Treet

Councilman Blossom Hurts Ankle Moving House

Councilman Blossom of the First ward was hurt while moving a house at Grantville about ten days ago. He was struck on the ankle and felt little pain, then continued with his work. Local stores warn to beware of counterfeits and seek safe remedies.

Blossom Hobbilius A Grantville Tober Mr. Blossom

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