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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 20, 1900

Page

2

Telegraphers to Meet Santa Fe Officials in March

The Santa Fe telegraphers union plans a Topeka talk with General Manager Mudge and General Superintendent Rexsemire in March. Rumors say they will seek higher wages and hours readjustment, though last year saw concessions on lamp care and station washrooms. Officials may be surprised by renewed wage demands if the March meeting yields no prior agreement.

Santa Fe Fret Topeka Maige Rexsemire Sante Pe Mudge Ani Shoi¢y Iso Lampes

State Department Presses for Release of Two American Engineers

Washington reports urgent representations to the State Department for releasing Turner and Clark, American engineers jailed in Mexico for wrecks on the Mexican Central railway. They have been imprisoned for months, with Mexico’s regulations holding engineers to strict accountability and occasional manslaughter charges. consular staff are safeguarding their interests.

State Department Washington Turner and Clark Turner Privon la Be Lee

Wagon Rescue Ends Cash-Strapped Trip to Wichita

A ragged group struggles on a muddy road as a wagon breaks down and a farmer named Pen megaphones a plan to pull the wagon free. Needing money to reach Wichita, the travelers barter with a bystander, promising payment in sugar once the load reaches town. The scene turns tense but the wagon is eventually freed with horse and man effort. Local watchers recount the daring pull and the crowd’s relief at continuing the journey.

Coast Jobbers Unabashedly Face Water Freight Differential

The Commerce Commission may abolish water based competition differentials. Hearings are set with the Pacific Coast Jobbers and Manufacturers Association in Los Angeles March 27 and San Francisco April 2. Freight routing will be discussed and Portland Seattle and Tacoma testimony expected. If the St Louis Jobbers' requested rates are adopted and the differential ends, Pacific coast firms fear loss of much regional business.

Commerce Commission San Francisco Callaaga Interstate Commerce Commission Pacific Coast Los Angeles Portand Portland Seattle

Repairing Round House After Explosion at Banta Fe Site

Active work has begun to repair the round house damaged by an explosion of the compressed locomotive last Friday. New salting sod a slate are being placed in the windows. The blown out stone wall will be replaced and the roof damaged by the explosion will be attended to. The incident involved the Michell compressed locomotive and a repair crew is at work on the Banta Fe site.

Banta Fe Canton Crawford Theater Miss Brown Opera House

Will Rebuild Midget Locomotive Boiler After Explosion

A new boiler will be constructed for the locomotive named Midget. Officials indicate the rebuilt engine will reuse the same frame and wheels, with likely design changes to the boiler to prevent a recurrence. Work is expected to begin in a few days with remains of the project in the round house.

Officials back adoption of Standard Box Car in Santa Fe proposal

Banta Fe officials urge adoption of standard box cars for nationwide use by the railway. The Railway Age debates the plan while Santa Fe figures include J. M. Barrard vice president and others. Critics warn of road variations and potential service impacts, while proponents stress efficiency and capacity gains.

Banta Fe

Accommodating Trainmen Help Farmer Out of Mud

Trainmen on the Erieco assist a farmer stuck in mud, pulling the wagon and helping move livestock. The crew’s quick actions ease the delay and showcase railroad aid in rural hardship.

Stillwell Road concession details disclosed in Detroit note

Detroit February update details Sidney A Witherbee of OhioCity securing Mexican government funds and favorable terms for a new transcontinental line. The plan includes tax exemptions and harbor access while linking with Transpacific steamers at a northern hub. Mosso lines indicate Mexican agreement terms and construction support.

Detroit Mich Sidney A. Witherbor Ohio City Ty Belliwell Sew International Railway Mexitah Alexican Witherbee Uteamern Hin

Frisco Extension Jobs Start Quick Amid Turbulent Plans

Hundreds of workers will move into Denison area as Frisco lines extend into Indian Territory. Rock Island cuts grain rates from Kansas to New Orleans and Galveston via Kansas City. Steel car framework nearing completion at Santa Fe shops, with the first car tests successful. Geo Grenthall of the roundhouse replaces Archie Richabaugh after a hand injury.

Rock Island Missouri Pacific Santa Fe Kansas New Orleans Galvestin Kansas City Hook Island Memphis Fort Scott

New Army Bill Proposed to Strengthen U S Forces

Washington reports the secretary of war and Senate military committees have drafted a bill to strengthen the army. Key features include one third promotions by selection to reward meritorious service, president control over staff department heads, and possible rapid reorganization with potential retirement moves. The plan also abolishes the post chaplain by regiment and reassigns chaplains as captains.

Washington Secretary of War Tone Senate Department House Hull Hayy Hagan Quartermaster Aid Ordnance and Signal Corps Chex Wil Xalve

Benefit concert for widows and children of Scottish soldiers

A Topeka Scottish benefit concert at Odd Fellows Hall on Quincy Street supports widows and orphans of Transvaal, Irish, British, and Scottish American soldiers. The program includes recitations, songs, piano solos, and dances featuring local performers and the Topeka Scottish Society.

Topeka Society Topeka Seattleh Society Quincy Street Neule Cortier Old March Martha Mutter Dr. McCully David Bowie Smee Gertrude

Burglar Steals $400 From Junction City Patton Grill

A Junction City man named Tom Finch stole a $400 purse from the Patton restaurant on a warm night, fled with the money, and vanished. He was later traced to Kansas Falls and Bilford area but remains at large. Civil service exam results list added names for Topeka positions and a Santa Fe excursion offer informs of a round trip fare deal.

Junction City Tom Finch Patton Finch Mre Barrell House Cooper Signor Kansas Falls Biliford Santa Fe Oklahoma City Arkans Arizona Louisiana New Mexico Texas Cearest Santa Fe

Grissom Receives 30000 in Settlement After Divorce

Arthur Grissom poet and editor settles lawsuits with De W. Woods president of the National Bank of Commerce. Grissom receives 30000 while his wife Julia Woods gains a divorce and custody of their two year old child. Mrs Grissom and child are with Julia Woods’ mother in San Antonio, Texas.

Kansas City Arthur Grissom New York City de. W Woods National Bank of Commerce Grigetts Mise Woods

Man Slaughter Verdict In Maryville Druggist Case

In Maryville Missouri on February 20, C G Jense a druggist was found guilty of man slaughter in the fourth degree for the April 5 1888 murder of Frank Griffin editor of Griffins Daily Review He received 19 two years imprisonment Juries turmoil included heated debate and two jurors pulling off their coats during the discussion Griffin allegedly black mailed Jense demanding money and threatening to publish a defamatory piece about Jenses daughter unless paid verdict came after hours of deliberation with weathered tensions and prior mistrial proceedings.

Maryville C. G. Jense Frank Griffin Griffin Daily Review Senweed Jesse Uist

Wright and Vanersdol for County Superintendent

Announcement notes F Wright as Republican candidate and C Vanersdol as contender for Shawnee county superintendent. Wright has ten years in Shawnee school work including five as Nick's Plate principal. Vanersdol, a long time Silver Lake area educator and principal, is broadly known in the county and seeks the office, challenging incumbent Spo Browt.

F. Wright Wright Shawnes County Nick's Plate School Silver Lake Township Silver Lake City Vanersdol Vanersdale Hinvecf Hines Spo. W. Browt Bin Duesi

Alaska tide lands not public lands say Interior

The Interior Department confirms Alaska tide lands are not public lands under mining laws. Amid old drug ad blurbs on cure-alls and an unrelated House quorum stalemate, the clipping mixes medical testimonials with bureaucratic notes.

Washington Secretary of the Interior Gereral Land Office Alaska United States

Dramatic Theater Events At Crawford And Rowley

Engagements and productions dominate the Crawford and Rowley theaters this week. The Route sale opens Wednesday at eight with Francin Wilson and Pauline Bush in Erminie plus Jennie Weathersby as the Princess, supported by Lulu Glager and William Broderick. Also on offer are Oliver Gottsmith at Kne Upper theater February 27, Girl From Chile at Crawford Wednesday, Black Crook Jr at Crawford Thursday, and Marehall's band presenting an annual concert tonight with a strong program.

Francin Wilson Crawford Theater Erminie Mr. Wilson Cadenlus Pauline Bush Jennie Weathersby

Chamberlains Cough Remedy Aid Euitor's Life

An early October item praises Chamberlains Cough Remedy as a lifesaver for an editor, detailing coughs, croup, and whooping cough relief with prompt action. It also notes its pleasant taste for mothers and children and cites widespread use by druggists.

Eortier Kerry I. Whartin Eades Miorsands W. Baulees Chamberlain Croup Nak Hern

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