Arkansas Valley lodge first ball proves a success in Dodge City
Dodge City hosts the Arkansas Valley Lodge No 96 K of P event on New Years Eve. The ball featured a grand march at 4 PM, a refined orchestra, and a large, well-dressed crowd. The report notes several Rock Island employees changes and Santa Fe abandoning its Rushville to St Joe track.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Arkansas Valley Lodge No
K. of Br.t
Dodge City
Santa Fe
Rushville St. Joe
Dodge Clix
Arkansas Valley Lodge
Odoof
McCurie
Wil Members, i 5. Lystdr 9 Mester and Tl. T
Eberr
Eteoson
Dodes
Foreclosure Share of U S Railways in 20 Years Review
An 1876 to 1896 look at American railways shows about 96 000 miles and a large share of lines, with many towers and assets passing into receivership or sale. Foreclosures, reorganizations, and asset transfers appear widespread, anticipating further restructuring into the late 19th century.
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Tsao
United States
Noushly Hamiimere &Otto
DE Recelverehins
Feurstantz WiEbour Sale
Eee
Railroads on Earth and global rail totals
A discussion of world rail networks contrasts continents and regions. North America accounts for about half of the railway miles, with 205,008 miles in the United States and Canada. Europe Asia and Africa combined are far smaller, while the United Kingdom and Australia contribute notable figures. The text cites the vast geographic spread and speculative growth of railways across continents.
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Europe
North American
South America
North America
United
América
Asia
Africa
Asli
Prevent Pneumonia Ayer Pectoral Endorsed by Readers
A promotional note urges pneumonia prevention and cites anecdotes from readers such as John Henry of St. Joseph Louisiana and Francisco A Be veriano of Taunta Mage praising Ayer s Cherry Pectoral for prevention and cure. The piece emphasizes natural self preservation and preemptive use of the remedy in cases of pneumonia.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ayer
John Henry
St. Joseph
Global railway ratios reveal vast gaps in track to territory
Analyzed figures show Europe and Asia with low miles of rail per land area, the United States at one mile per 16,000 plus square miles, and Asia as the largest potential field. Population density suggests rising demand for new railways as world rail expansion lags behind territory.
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Europe
South America
Austeratadin
North America
United States
Atchca
Asia
Grievance Committee of Santa Fe Conductors Meets
The Grievance Committee of the Santa Fe Conductors plans a session this week in Santa Fe. Officers for two years will be elected. many individual grievances exist under the Brown discipline system, which is viewed as generally fair. Conductor AL Glazier of Newton voices approval of the Brown system over suspension, noting occasional unjust demerit marks but overall justice in handling employes. The committee also hears from George B. Douran of the Railway Employes Accident Association about the mutual plan for railway workers, and will summon General Mandar Frey and General Superintendent Mudge before departure.
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Fonts Fe
Santa Fe
AL Glager
Newton
Glazier
Une
Geog. B. Douran
Tin
New Mutual Accident Association
Newtin
Commetiss
Mandzer Frey
Mudge
Santa Fe Rules On Improperly Equipped Cars
Santa Fe refuses to handle cars from other rails not properly equipped. The order, now in effect, bans Santa Fe cars fitted with miler and combination coupler and Weertinghoue quick acting auto-tatie sur brulee from being used on passenger trains. The move aims to prevent handfins of minsevl and ensure only properly equipped cars are attached to trains.
Resolutions Deplore Death of Thornburg and Bresnahan
The general grievance committee of the Order of Railway Conductors mourns the deaths of Chairman George W. Thornburg and Secretary J. J. Bresnahan. Members attend a biennial session in Capeks Kansas while forwarding resolutions to widows and to the union's leadership.
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Thornburg
Bresnahan
Order of
Popekis
Jo Marion
Pueblo
Peta
Tualer
Uminton
Newton
S. Demoes
Denver
McElgin
Dodge City
Kan
We Beet
Turek
Ase Simpson
Oliver
Mudi- Srn
W. A. Mendenhall
Kansas
Chie
Condortor Ramsey
Lee
Rhoeidine
J. C King
Chetrran George W. Thornburg
J.J. Bresnahan
Een
A. Orde
Santa Fe depot work to begin on Congress avenue site
Details outline the Santa Fe depot to rise on Congress avenue with a handsome one and a half story structure and extended train sheds to Preston street. The plan includes passenger access from the street cars and sheds running back to Preston street. Rock Island Railway assigns new city passenger agent A E Cooper at El Keto while Hal S Ray moves to Pittsburg and H Macloul, S Hull, and A J Baker shift posts at Safine El Reno and Safine respectively.
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Santa Fe
Houston
Houst
Tex
Congress Avenue
Preston Street
Rock Island
A. E. Cooper
el Keto
O. 7
Whehita
Hal S. Ray
Pittsboro
Dassenger
Madd Greant
H. Macloul
S Hull
St Safina
el Reno
Safine
A. J. Baker
FEOM LA JUNTA Claude W Fairchild to steno at Porster offices
Claude W Fairchild of Overbrook Kansas arrived in La Junta to take a stenographer position with Master Mechanic Porster at J F Shibiey's office. Shibiey resigned and will leave for Beaver. The head end collision near Emporia led to a transfer to the western division and La Junta now runs the line. J P Blattenburg resigned from the dispatcher's office to Denver as a representative for a company. F Hilgginen and Trainmaster Sears eniet clerk will dispatch trains. Under 2 recent orders trains 2 3 4 17 M1 and 24 are handled by en sinks 787 500 802 SOK and Atv Comrie West engines cut out at Coolidge. Engineers Bainbridge Newter Shaw Hood and Greenaway on the run. The pipe contest by Denver Times for Hyman Importing Co. ended with William Parr winning the popular engineer prize. Parr now handles the u8 between here and Dodee. Bly Vote standing 3 003. nearest rival 21M. The nine is an imported meerschaum valued at 100.
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J. FF. Shibiey
Beaver
Engine 7
Emporia
la Junta
J.P. Blattenburg
Local Note on Rail Line Work and Travel
Miss Laja Dick visits her brother James A. Dick in Albuquerque then returns home to Las Vegas. Shipments will begin soon and a rush is expected. Charles Elsamain leaves for Winslow to join the Santa Fe Pacific. J Turley reports good roadbed condition north and south of the city and satisfaction with the year's railroad work.
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Laja Dick
James A. Dick
Las Vests
Charles Elsamain
Winslow
Sanur Fe Pacifie
J. Turley
Turner
Battle of Coffee War in Ohio Circuit Court
Woolson Spice company sues Arbuckles in U S circuit court alleging a conspiracy since December 1896 to ruin Woolson and extinguish its rival in coffee roasting. It claims Arbuckles seek to bar Woolson from participating in trade and to coerce or boycott Woolson through stock interests and allied schemes.
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Toledo
Woolson Spice Company
United States
Arbuckles
Woolton Company
Pho Sinswer
Guy Thue
Ohio
Mystic Cure for Rheuma tem and Neuralgia
An ad claims Mystic Cure rapidly cures rheumatism and neuralgia by removing the cause. testimonials from F. Anthony and others praise quick relief after one or two doses. Sold by Swift & Holliday Drug Co at 651 Kansas Avenue Tapeka. Weather notes mention fair conditions in Kansas and winds. a testimonial cites One Minute Cough Cure for coughs and throat troubles from G. W. Stansfield.
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Benoath
V. F. Anthony
Promise City
Swift & Holliday Drug Co
Kansas Avenue
Tapeka
Mary Bird
Harrisburg
Croup
Butte
G. W. Stansfield
Byrne of Brooklyn Baseball Club Dies in New York City
Charles H. Byrne, president of the Brooklyn baseball club, died in New York City after a weeklong unconscious spell. The article recalls his pivotal role in early modern baseball, his education, and his ventures including buying teams and shaping the American Association, with lasting influence on the sport’s national character.
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New York
Charles TH. Byrne
Brooklyn Baseball Club
Byrne
Charles H. Byrne
St. Francis Xaviers College
Byrne. Taylor & Co
Brooklyn
Bye
Meusrs
Abell and
Doyle
Cleveland Teague
Herne
Collins
Louisville All Burns
Baltimore
Dave Huts
Bushonie
Ole Carruthers
St. Louis
Iiberatory
Enterprise
Tsh
American Association
National League
Hurricane disrupts shipping along Colombian coast line
A fierce hurricane sweeping from Colon to Galveston on January 4 paralyzed shipping. The sea roared ashore, wrecking wharves and piers at Porto Geste as vessels sought shelter. Coastline damage tallies rise with the storm’s fury affecting operations and port facilities.
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Colon
Colombia
Galveston
Tex
Porto Geste
Coast Line
Honors Mes Grant
New York January society notes describe Mrs Stanley Matthews hosting a luncheon in honor of Mrs Grant. A congenial circle attends at her stylish home with warm red furnishings, where Mrs Grant delights in meeting friends and enjoying hospitality. Mrs Saytoria and her cousin assist, as Mr Grants eyesight declines and his daughter provides guidance during travel.
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New York
Jan
Stanley Matthews
Ketcham Will Admission of Sanity Question Decided
Chicago January 4 Judge Konisnathan admitted the will of John H B Ketcham to record. The matter will come up in the circuit court in regular course. A jury will determine the mental capacity of Mr Ketcham to make a will.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Konisnathan
John HB. Ketcham
Circuit Court
Mr. Ketcham
Will Wan Ie
Division of Kansas division bill debate at Newton
Judge S Peters who just returned from Washington reports strong support for dividing Kansas into two federal districts. He cites Kansas delegation leaders Senator Harris and Congressman Simpson as favorable, with some Populists opposed but likely to back it. The president and attorney general reportedly favor division and the House committee supports the bill.
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Newton
Fran
S. Peters
Washington, D.C
Kansas
Peters
Harris
Simpson
House
Gen. Henderann
Iowa
Friends of
Paport
Reform School hires James Butler as assistant supervisor
James Butler Supersedes Fred Sowers as assistant superintendent of the reform school in this city after a state board crisis investigation. Senator Jumper Frank Shane and W L Brown announced the change amid friction tied to disturbances at the school. Sowers was blamed for stirring strife and removed. other removals included Myron Gilmore and A C Ash with their wives. Deputy inspector Tuller noted. Lewelling administration friction cited.
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James Butler
Fred Sowers
Sowers
Senator Jumper
Frank Shane
W. L. Brown
State Board of Charities
Reform School
Hart
Myron Gilmore
Lewelling
Lowers
Stnater Lewelling
Boreal Cold Hits New York State Regions
The coldest weather of the season hit New York today with the mercury at 34 degrees below zero in Saranac Lake 25 below at Monetas View and 20 below in the city threatening record lows and demanding warm clothing and heaters.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Matone
N. Y
Mercury
Saranac Lake
Monetais View
Quay Buys A New Home In Allegheny County
Jan 4 real estate buyer Senator Matthew Stanley Quay purchases the Hare place at Osborn in Allegheny county for about 5 million dollars. The property was earlier owned by the late Thomas Hare who bought from Gen George W Casa, then president of the Pittsburg Fort Wayne and Chicago railroad. The Quay family has resided at Beaver for many years amid political tensions with local leaders including C State Senator Flinn.
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Pillshure
Matthew Stanley Quay
Hare Place
Osborn
Allegheny County
Thomas Hare
George W Casa
Pittsburg
Fort Warne
Chicago
Quay
Beaver
Abe
Flinn
A Loan For China Report From Cologne Gazette
The Cologne Gazette reports in Paris from London that China seeks a 1.8 million pound loan secured by land tax under English control. Britain would require a British director for the customs and territorial concessions. Russia reportedly renews a German loan offer on better terms than Paris or London.
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Balin
Colsne Gazette
Paris
London
St. Petersburg
China
Robert Huct
Great Britain
Cologne Gazette
Russia
Germany
Real estate transfers recorded in county office
Real estate transfers listed include Mary J Pardun and husband to 3 Le Penny Lot 7 section 25 with rail right of way and east 2 acres, Eva Rathunne from Navignal Bank, T.W. Anderson to Blinure Milles, Irving Doolittle to Mrs Pran Cle Hollywood, A Washburn to James Babler, and other deeds. Also a letter to the editor from Mrs Lindsey discusses prohibition and state policy while notices note church events and local laundry advert.
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Office of the Register of Deeds
Mary J. Pardun
le Penny
Sestion
Northwest Quarter
Seetiana
Bath
Misal Navignal Hank
Eva Rathunne
Mucthon
T. W. Anderson
Rotswile
Irving Doolittle
Prancle Hollywood
Hancock Street
Brenner Street
Margie Trouiman
Josep Davies
Afonroy Street
Surfope
A. Washburn
James Babler
Soe
Iate Ati
Randolpl Avenues
Lott
Veneter Avete
Wandburh
Draper Trial Begins In Jacksonville Murder Case
In Jacksonville, the Draper murder trial opens in circuit court over the March 1 killing of Charles Hastings. Draper, once a Kirby abstract employee, faced a lengthy legal fight with high profile defense including Col. Pat Dyer and Gen John M. Palmer. Public interest runs high as attorneys outline complex witness and defense strategies.
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Jacksonville
Charles L. Draper
Charles J. Hastings
EP. Kirby
Draper
Judes Kirby
Watcrims
Uelock
Hastings
Col
Pat Dyer
St. Louis
Join M. Palmer
Springfield
G. R. Richards
Cyrus Epler
Geo. W. Smith
Gov. Johnson
Toap
J. Mo Miller
Charles A. Barnes
J. P. Lippincott
W. PP. Callon
John J. Reeve
Grave Robbery Reward Dispute Over Awards
A long-standing case of grave robberies prompts rewards from Governor Morrill and Kansas Medical College. Officials including W F Ellison Safford Williams and Galen Nichols claim roles in securing convicts Lowe and Johnson. Governor Leedy must decide who is entitled to the reward as legal questions arise.
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Morrill
Kansas Medical College
Norling
Durito
Lowe
W. F. Ellison
Ellison
Safford & Willams
Safford
Lown
Elson
Ellison Hor
Lows
W. Hy Willams
Sherif
Cook
Dauty
Galen Nichols
Johncah
Wabamsue
Leedy
Leady Haw Gaid
Leody
December Liquor Sales by Druggists in Probate Office Reports
December liquor sale figures reported by druggists to the probate judge list numerous names with quantities and initials. Totals show 255 total items recorded, including entries for Hart Tatman Pierce Woolverton Minish and many others. The list presents a snapshot of December alcohol sales processed through the probate office records.
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Harta
Tatman
Pierce
Woolverton
A. J
Alt. Wansoner
Minish
Geo
W- Stansfield
Ee. EK Walker
BM. Weightman
A. H. Merrill
AC. Kingdoms
W. D. Woodford
G. P. Payne
W. Wilson
W. Kobi
T. Sun
BF. Sim
W. Lake
J- E. Sthnebly
M. Emmett Torley
W. SB. Miller
A.W. Laces
A. O. Rosser
Lee Aolles
O. A. Keene
FB. Wallace
Bas
W. A. Karr
BA. Barrett
Jey & Snow
M. A. Punches
A Arnold
Wiz
BL Gunther
Swit & Holliday
Found Dead in His Room at Kimball Hotel
George E. Dillard, special agent of the New York Mutual Life Insurance Co., was found dead in his room at the Kimball hotel in Mantes on January 4. The coroner's jury verdict attributed death to apoplexy. The report also notes Crystal Toe Co of Topeka secured a Santa Fe ice contract for Argentine houses, detailing 20 houses needing 10 000 tons of ice. C D Skinner, Crystal Top president, was absent from a winter meeting.
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George E. Dillard
N. Y. Mutual Life
Mantes
George EB. Dillard
New York Mutual Life Insurance Company
Kimball Hotel
Crystal Toe Company
Topeks
Finn
Santa Fe
C. D. Skinner
Crystal Top Company
Misc 2
Gound
Fanta Fe Company
Government accounts show slight surplus for December
The monthly statement records total receipts of 59 006 698 00 with 314 342 98 from revenue and 2 613 580 from other sources. Expenditures reach 36 216 063 leaving a monthly surplus of 11 600.000. Compared with December, customs receipts rise by about 1 million and interval revenue by around 500 000.
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Washington
San
Ini
Fevenue
Alan Revue Sourer Sa Pepational
Teocinte Aed
Union Pacific
Ingalls to Speak at Kanunsuy Republican Club
John J. Ingalls of Iowa has been offered a position by Kanunsuy’s Republican club and the group has chosen two possible dates February 23 and February 2. The secretary Ralph Tha has been working to finalize plans while events are set to be held in Baltic City.
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Kanensuy
San
Ralph Tha
The Car Spitter and City News Bits
Fragments describe a trolley ride incident with a man insulting a lawyer and a conductor, plus a mix of ad-like lines about DeWitt’s bitters and a public notice style boast from Yokohama. Includes references to local address, a cabinet formation, and a cold remedy tablet claim.
Fragmentary 19th century medical ad fragment
A damaged OCR passage describes a vessel, a Proketut in Britain, ore around a river belt, a master aril weasel near by, and a perilous attempt to steal it amid scorching danger. Mentions saving someone from a deadly disease and a reference to Dr. Pierce’s medicine.
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Abu Sion
Amd
Erie
Pierce
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Francisco A. Beveriano, Tsunta, Mage
Topeke
W. Simpson
GE Carrgll
Sular S Demoss
Feom LA Junta
Claude W. Fairchild
Overbrook
Kaw
Stenorapher
Porster
Albuquerque
Arbuckles and Woolsons
Gradfield
Driv
New York City
Gulf of Mexico
Mes. Grant
Ketcham
Division OF Kansas
Chamberlain
L. G. Bagley
Hueneme
Cale
All
Olot Ekberg
Orst
Change AT
Borean
Chris Megee
Senator Flinn
Lindsey
The
State Journal
Topeka
Edo
Vincent Te
Oaktad M. EB
Kansas Ave
Topeka Transfer CO. Totepisodes
F. P. Bacon
Ralph
Kanaas City
Teaddell
DeWitt
Stansfield
Kannix Avenue
Tto
Yokohama
Marquis Thsie
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