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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1904
Page
4
Rock Island officials confirm an old rumor of a double track between Kansas City and Topeka to relieve congestion. The project includes a cut‑off from Eldora, Elden, and a new route linking Rock Island lines through Topeka, with terminal improvements and expanded facilities at Kansas City and Denver areas.
Three days of clashes between the Kansas City Southern and the Missouri Pacific rail rivals erupted near Levine Myers in Mendes City. A crossing dispute led to a derailment attempt of a Missouri Pacific train by seven engines, with Sheriff Mendenhall describing the scene as both dangerous and strangely humorous as rivals halted their own car to block a faster opposition train.
A vintage advertisement urges kidney testing and Warners Safe Cure as a cure for kidney, bladder, liver and blood diseases. It claims testing urine shows disease early and promotesWarner’s Safe Cure with prices listed and medical booklet free. It references Rochester New York and the Missouri Pacific secession poem snippet.
Frisco special 202 miles between Fort Scott and Springfield set a remarkable yet contested record. Engineer Hank Catkins piloted engine 213 on a baggage and coach train, with one water stop and a reported average speed near fifty miles per hour. Officials and company personnel weighed the feat amid praise and skeptical notes from Springfield to Fort Scott, noting timing shifts and yard delays.
The Los Angeles Express ridicules EH Harriman over his election to lead the Southern Pacific. It claims Harriman seeks to appoint messengers or clerks for the head of the Pacific rail system and notes tensions with President Burt. The piece describes Kruttschnitt arriving for a dispute over staff and Harriman’s management methods, hinting at possible resignations.
The Tucson Southern Pacific division issues a bulletin warning train crews about hobos stealing waste from boxcars on sidings to make fires. Conductors and brakemen are instructed to inspect boxes on cars resting near tramp gatherings, and to rework any empty containers found.
Pay checks for the Southern Pacific Tucson division were stolen before delivery, leaving November wages unpaid for train crews from Tucson to Lomishurs and El Paso routes. The Las Vegas Optic reports the dispersion of checks and the theft affecting pay for multiple groups of workers.
A fragment discusses forged checks in an eastern division, noting carriers had no way to verify rightful recipients. It quotes Col L H Delaney describing the term Zulu as railroad slang used to compress a long explanation for shipper orders and rail freight communications.
Houston man receieves news from New York of Lovett being appointed counsel for the Southern Pacific Company and the Union Pacific Railroad. The resignation of Tweed and the board’s decision opened the post, with Lovett chosen by Harriman to fill the role once held by two men.
An early meeting of the board of trade discussed converting Lott road into Corpus Christi and appointing a five member committee to raise about 900 dollars to purchase a depot site and erect facilities. Officials of the Brownsville and Mexico line urged prompt action, and the committee will begin work immediately.
Puebla June 12 The work of laying two pound sives on the Puebla division of the Milvesurt Pacific began today. Large forces of unemployed steel gangs have been sent from Pushlo to Heisinginn. Kan Tio han red miles of track with the chewed and the work is expired to be completed by early speing. When this te.
Chicago speaker Miss Agnes Miller tells young women about menstruation risks and remedies. The letter cites dysmenorrhea and recurring colds linked to uterine appendage issues, claiming Pinkham's Vegetable Compound improved health within weeks and reduced monthly sickness.
Officials say major track upgrades will replace 36 pound rails with 55 pound rails over 100 miles at a cost of about 432000 dollars. Additional bridge and building work totaling around 110000 dollars is planned, with broader renewal extending toward Huntington Havens to Puchia next year.
The Chicago, Rock Island & Pacific company completed a deal to buy fourteen acres at Tucumcari New Mexico from A. D. Goldenburg for 125 dollars per acre. The land will serve as a terminal for the Cheetaw extension from Amarillo, Texas, securing the Choctaw extension completion after prior suspension.
Albuquerque Jan 14 Engineer Holmes injured in the Franconia Santa Fe wreck when two limited trains collided. He was awarded 9000 dollars after the court found the telegraph operator negligent and the company liable. He had sought 5000 dollars.
R H Baker and Yoakum did not discuss a bale of road. HL Baker of Trinity and Brazos Valley said there is not a scintilla of truth in reports that Frisco Feck Island interests pressuring his line. The Trinity and Brazos Valley purchase was not mentioned. Operator at Flagstaff recovers. Mrs C A Lont, telegraph operator for Banta Fe at Flagstaff, returned from treatment in Los Angeles and has fully recovered.
Chicago dispatch notes a story claiming 6 000 city and federal workers in Chicago plan a hidden union like organization. It describes a Mexico land scheme with a $1 share cap and aims to influence legislation while keeping deliberations secret. Police and firemen unions are alleged to be forbidden by city order and state law.
Senator Bentt challenges Brigadier General Wood's nomination amid executive session scrutiny. Senator Scott argues Wood lacks full qualification and warns confirmation would embolden insubordination, noting disputed evidence on Wood’s conduct, loyalty, and associations. The debate highlights Wood's alleged role as civil governor, dubious testaments about San Juan, games at a Fronton, and questions of accountability before confirmation.
Wishita Kansas January 12 members of Hagenville lodge No Ant-Horse Thief association adopt resolutions urging enforcement of the Sunday hunting law to curb reckless field sports. Farmers report cattle losses and mischief during expeditions into farmland while members call for deputies to arrest violators.
The state department opened bids for the entire 37 million issue of Philippine friar land bonds. Harvey Fiske & Sons with Fiske & Robinson and National City Bank of New York submitted the highest bid for all bonds at 205 077, with 40 bidders total and higher offers for smaller lots.
Special to the News from Boulder says Mrs. Hobson the mother of Capt. Richmond P. Hobson is dying at the Boulder home of Shirley Davis aged 60. The son has been telegraphed to come. She has been an invalid for twenty years.
A Burlington locomotive fireman W Falla describes severe pain and weakness while engine duties. He credits Meetrie Mitters with restoring vigor after a bottle eased symptoms and renewed energy during a taxing shift. The tale centers on personal recovery claims.
The advertisement touts Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as the sole remedy for diseases and weaknesses in women, backed by over a third of a century of claims. It pledges to pay for losses if their cure fails, asking only a fair trial of their treatments. The text references Goldes Medical Discor Shelter and Moust- traces of the original publication appear in this damaged OCR excerpt.
An advertisement touts Swamp Root as the ultimate natural healer for kidneys liver and bladder. A patient claims the remedy saved their life after severe back pain, praising prompt sample bottle delivery and efficacy. The copy emphasizes universal benefit for men and women.
A letter from a patient describes nightly urination, burning, and relief after using Swamp Root. The writer claims improved health after two bottles, noting reduced trips to the toilet and restored energy, praising Dr Kilmer’s Swamp-Root as a gentle aid to the kidneys and natural relief from urinary symptoms.
Special notice invites readers to request a free mail sample and a book about Swamp Root from Dr. Kilmer & Co at Binghamton New York. The plea notes many testimonials and asks readers to mention the Topeka Daily State Journal. It mentions regular bottle prices of fifty cents and one dollar and urges buyers to look for the label with the doctor’s name and address.
The text records William Jennings Bryan criticizing General Wood’s integrity and urging elected leaders to confront allegations with moral force. It contrasts courage with cowardly evasion and notes Bryan’s departure for Washington as part of broader political tensions.
In New Haven on January 12 about 130 Democrats gathered at Warner Hall with guests including Governor Garvin of Rhode Island and Congressman De Seer of Missouri. Bryan spoke on a conscience campaign, urging unity and defense of equal rights amid a rising presidential contest in New England.
Washington Jan 13 Jack Gardner Boston paid about 200000 in duties on set pictures and art imports claimed free entry for public display. The Treasury confirms violations and a 20000 duty payment allegedly settled a dispute three months ago. Trinidad Colorado fire devastates Fowler’s furniture store and two blocks, destroying Masonic and Bloom blocks with lodges losing paraphernalia. Some nearby shops saved portions of stock while families in the Masonic area faced a shared loss.
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