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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 21, 1902
Page
3
The Denver Post reports stockholders of the Rock Island line express dissatisfaction with operation and earnings, but local officials deny upheaval. Speculation hints at a thorough reorganization and changes in officers, though no concrete plans or dates are confirmed.
The article discusses a plan to operate railway business by telephone across major stations, claiming centralized control and faster official communication. It notes prior experiments on eastern railways and a debate over telephone effectiveness in railroading.
An ancient advertisement-like passage extols a treatment for catarrh linked to colds. It asserts catarrh begins with a cold, spreads through the nose throat and stomach, and promises a new preparation by a named maker as a safe cure. It references prior remedies and a famous prior user.
The text argues the system will revolutionize communication with constant, personal contact at every point along the line. Sight improvements are seen as inevitable, increasing safety for trip orders and reducing train operation costs.
The proposed line from Salt Lake to Los Angeles promises a shorter distance than competing routes, with superior grades and easier gradients courtesy of the coast range divide. It will traverse mineral rich southeastern California and southern Nevada, and construction is to be pushed from multiple termini with hoped operation by year’s end or early next year.
A peculiar tale shows distrust of new methods as the Sultan plans a secret, dangerous journey to Stamboul. Modern electric signals and subterranean cables were built to guard the route but faced quashing orders leaving the danger of disruption. The article notes the fear of modern invention and the need to expose or remove cables for safety.
Austin Texas January 21 It was stated here that the railroad commission has received evidence of rebates paid by the Gulf Colorado and Santa Fe and that a statement of these alleged violations of the law is being prepared for submission to the attorney general to be used as the basis for suits against the road FG Askew expert visitor of the railroad commission has been examining the railroad books at Galveston
Houston January 5 The Southern Pacific refused to meet demands by the grievance committee for trainmen and conductors. After about three weeks of conferences with Manager Van Vieck the manager stated he would not concede certain features of the proposed new contract. The road has drawn a line, and the matter may be sent to the heads of the two orders who could come here to confer and possibly order the matter dropped.
The Kansas City Mexico and Orient Railway company receives a six month extension from the Chihuahua state government to meet contract terms on track completion and operation in the state. Europe to Chihuahua rails are en route and construction is expected to accelerate.
A Deerfield accident last week involving train No 7 and Earl Shaffer of Nickervor led to his death. The coroner Hicherds conducted the inquest with notes of the witnesses. The verdict found the brakeman responsible for the fatal ejectment and the ensuing fatality.
Falle Kansan reports a dispute in district court over a railroad ticket time limit. AW Wickturn and Wickham of Santa Fe railroads, with a Peavey Grain representative, travel between Valley Falls and Topeka. A ticket dated November 89 was presented on September 13 1500 and never used. The case proceeds.
A dispatch reports Munyons Rheumatism Cure and a Knights of Pythias convention in San Francisco. Rates: Chicago to San Francisco round trip $0. St Louis Memphis New Orleans $47.90. Missouri river points $45. Sale dates Aug 3–8. return by Sept. w. Estimated 10,000 attendees expected. Also details on railroad directors for Senator Clark's road and steel shipments news.
Ralph Mattice, a Missouri Pacific brakeman on the Topeka Fort Scott line, was found in a stupor near Garnett on Monday while his train was nearby. He could talk and walk after reaching town, but doctors say his condition may endanger his powers and recoveries remain uncertain.
A fragmented report lists Harris a blacksmith helper paying off, Kelly absent, Peter Marks at the wheel shop off Monday, Austin a heater the wheel shop on duty, and others like Charles Johnston Deine and Wiscomie among those on duty. It notes layoffs, injuries, and routine duties across the shop areas with mention of foreman Robert Ford and office boy Fret Iiamsiton, plus Monday return to work and upcoming events.
The Esquimo and lumbermen are exposed to cold and strain and benefit from fatty foods. Scott's Emulsion is recommended for those with thin bodies or wasting diseases. Physicians prescribe it. Sogt t Bowne New York.
Turmoil and routine mix at the plant as several workers miss duty and weather disrupts progress. Names include Charles Naylor and John Wood among others, with moves to new posts and lessoned shifts noted along with storm delays and travel for repairs.
The article analyzes Panama Railroad and Pacific Steamship ownership in Panama, detailing holdings across Colon and nearby islands, maps valued at 2 million, and total assets around 40 million with contingencies. It compares costs, navigation times, and trade implications of the Nicaragua route versus the Panama route for U S Pacific Atlantic and Gulf ports.
A Kansas newspaper excerpt promotes Warner's Safe Cure as a universal remedy for kidney liver and blood diseases claiming a guaranteed positive cure. It advises urine testing to detect kidney issues and offers trial bottles free with endorsements by a pastor and publisher.
A congressional commission reports the Panama route as the practicable canal path, detailing transfer of land and railroad concessions, equity concerns with Colombia, and negotiations between the United States and Colombia under treaty authority. The document notes land acquisitions in Nicaragua and Panama, stock holdings, and the need for US control and regulation post construction.
Jan 21 Kansas area notes list pensions granted to veterans and their increases, with names such as Charles Marrients and William Winn. scattered local items mention a party fear, stomach trouble, and health updates. Ex-governor Morrill's wife is reported recovering at Hiawatha, Kansas, with her children visiting. brief mentions of Mexican War veterans and various small town happenings appear throughout.
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