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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1898
Page
3
A group of Topeka area physicians advertises a legal contract to cure patients or forfeit compensation. They claim rapid relief across many ailments including cancer, kidney disease, chronic conditions, and female diseases, with free consultation. Offices stated on West Fourth Street in Topeka, Kansas.
In New Haven Tremont area, George H Hudstopr, Jan of Tremont and Frederickke with others were retested on an arson charge alleging intent to burn the Hotel Tontine. The case arose from an attempted blaze connected to the 40 Christmas turning cami incident.
The general grievance committee of the Order of Railway Conductors and the Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Trainmen of the Santa Fe will likely hold joint meetings. Representatives discussed uniting efforts to influence officials and secure better results. The committees continued their session in the city, possibly delaying adjournment to next week. New officers have not yet been elected.
Seneca Jam residents report Frank Nevis the fireman and engineer Hurlbert saved John R. Miller’s grandson from a train accident. The child wandered onto the track near Buricrot. Nevis crawled onto the pilot and drew the child clear while Neurbert controlled the engine. Grandfather W. T. Ferguson offered tokens of gratitude and a commemorative picture was placed on the hatch backs.
Osage City Free Press reports engineer Jim Talley and fireman Robert Villa set a fast time on a 2y mile run from Marence to Newton. They completed the trip in 22 minutes after a late departure, aiming to beat the record. observers note rough riding and telegraph updates as the run attracted attention from rail enthusiasts.
Water famine tests Newton plant as Emporia and Florence fail to supply. Emporia engines must be washed locally, causing extra work. A super wash crew is added in the city with two shifts per day to handle the heavy workload.
The long running danger from old fashioned and Janney couplers continues as brakeman ML Kelly of Horton is injured at Maple Farm when his left hand is caught between the couplers. Several hand bones are broken and flesh damaged, with surgery unlikely. He traveled to the city for treatment.
Union Pacific lines adopt a joint circular aligning freights with Missouri Valley and Chicago railroads. The notice states that cars will be received from other lines for through traffic, provided they are equipped with air brakes and proper equipment. The move aims to standardize handling and improve interline interchange.
The state board of transportation orders safety measures for care after pannery. Engine 108 goes to the round house for thorough overhaul and will re-enter fast mail service on the Santa Fe line after weeks. Thomas is away. upon February return he and future engines will include 108 with new driving wheels to become one of the fastest. No 5, known as the five pot, handles the mail run with equal capability.
An unknown tramp robbed Kansas Pacific railroad station agent W. E. Meyers at Weskan Kansas and set fire to snow sheds near Shaun Springs. He refused to surrender and opened fire on section gangs before being shot by Foreman Forseberg. The event occurred in Cheyenne Wells on June 8.
A plan change shifts city passenger agent Half Ray from Wichita to travel status with headquarters at Pittsburgh. Mrs. T. Catlin moves from Medford to El Reno. M. A. B. Cooper, formerly El Reno agent, is promoted to city passenger agent at Wichita succeeding Mr. Rity.
President Schmidt of National Electric Car Lighting, Princeton New Jersey, arrived in Denver to promote an electric light system already installed on the Santa Fe passenger coach and tested by the Pennsylvania railroad. He visited the Midland office as talks hint at adoption. Rock Island agent Dwight S. Bill toured Wellington seeking grain samples for an Omaha exhibit highlighting regional agricultural production.
Several changes will occur at the Santa Feast Import. Tom Thwylin, current car clerk, will be tashier at Strong City. WI C. ae Minds of Strong City will serve as night teliet clerk at Hmporm im WIL Lucas Place.
A fragment warns that neglecting minor ailments can lead to fatal disease, likening hidden signs to a buried mine. It advises Dr Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a stomach and digestion remedy and as a general tonic, claiming wide cures and health benefits.
Rail notes mention 99 cords of wood sent to Argentine for fire in engines and changes in conductor assignments. John McAllister visits Ottawa. D B Lanter promoted to car department clerk. Interlocking switches connected and in service. Dining car 196 and buffet 150 fitted with electric lights. will enter service on trains 2 and 4. Switchman Holliday reassigned at west yard switch stand. Oklahoma division trains to be switched into yards. BF Birdle to inspect watches at Clark Hotel. Santa Fe stock shipments valued at six thousand dollars to San Diego. Osborne on the list for conductor potential.
Santa Fe engineers dig a large reservoir in Carrollton, Missouri for engine water. Third annual Perfect Lodge Ball scheduled January 20 at Nokes' hall. P M Arthur of the FR of LE is out of danger after illness. A new water tank and trenches cut for water supply in Florence yards. Ellsworth to host division HQ with shops planned. Turpin moved to Boston as passenger agent. Burrton officials protest Santa Fe train speeds. city marshal threatens enforcement. Engineer Wr Lowe removed for whistle neglect, now overcompensates at crossings. Worth resigns from Union Pacific Abilene after divorce suit. Dodge City depot site moved to Willroads. Willroads named for City Marshal Rhodes. Holliday wrecks recalled. third recent wreck at same point involving freight and extra trains. Deming offices consolidated for Santa Fe and Southern Pacific with named staff.
Jim Orr, a Kansas Democrat leader, argues his party should recognize the Democrats on the state ticket to enable fusion with the Populists. He says Democrats hold power to elect the Populist ticket and may gain honors if Populist leaders place Democrats on the ticket, otherwise fusion may fail. He expresses openness to recruiting Democrats to secure a united ticket.
Relief in six hours as the New Great South American Kidney Cure eases distress from kidney and bladder disease. It promises quick relief for men and women, relieving urinary pain, retention, and passage discomfort almost instantly. Sold by Geo W Stansfield and Sits Drug Co, Topeka, Kansas.
Report from London during milder winter weather details high society entertainments. Prince of Wales, Duke of Devonshire, and Duchess of Marlborough attend shoots, theatricals, and races amid talks of aristocratic scandals and fashion. Royal tolerance and etiquette debates mix with notes on exhibitions and Paris fashion trends.
Paducah Kentucky readers watch James E B Berry the so called millionaire tramp who arrived with a broken leg and drew a flood of letters many from women proposing marriage and charity requests. He reads then destroys them and hints at schemes while his wife sues for alimony.
A historic query questions if breach of promise should be treated as fraud and drive revolutionary changes in how suits arise. Citing Dr McTires and a Philadelphia case, the piece notes potential criminal prosecutions and the impact on judgments for damaged suitors under new legal theories.
Ex North Carolina dignitary Matt Ransom created a scene at the Metropolitan Hotel when a bellboy knocked his overcoat and satchel triggering a glass bottle spill. Ransom reportedly quipped that the broken bottle was his bottle of catsup as a strong odor filled the corridor.
State Board of Charities states that Fred Sowers and James Butler swapped positions due to Sowers desire to pursue newspaper work in Kansas City and Butler wishing to be near family. The change was amicable, sanctioned by the board, and made at Sowers request for a form school posting.
Report details superstition among sailors over a married woman christening the battleship Kearsarge at Newport News with a Maynard Winslowe invitation accepted by Elizabeth Maynard Winslowe of Boston. The Navy press notes the superstition as strong but not decisive, with similar beliefs tied to other launchings.
A historical notice extols Paine's celery compound as a nerve tonic and blood purifier to combat sleeplessness in the aged. It claims the remedy strengthens nerves, improves circulation, recovers energy, and prevents nervous prostration, touting doctors' endorsement and wide usage in the United States.
An Omaha area notice states Mrs M E Pora Rudells of 432 Kauses Avenue suffered eight years from an upset stomach and chronic constipation. It claims relief was found using DeWitt's Little Early Risers, a popular remedy for stomach disorders.
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