Railroad News and the Routed Wrong Train Tale
The Santa Fe Railroad reports completion of the last 99 foot postal car built in Topeka with electric fittings and notes that cars 1,900 and 1,901 are in service between Las Vegas City and Chicago. A brakeman’s mishap causes an elderly couple anxiety when a lost carpet bag delays a wedding, with passengers urged to retrieve belongings before the train departs Holliday.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Santa Fe
Tofeta
Rabeas City
Chicago
Ue Santa Fy
Sixth Street Round House
Cere
Tod
United States
David
Pat Stieenan
Mandy
Holliday
Pat
Supterinterdest Dyee
Ladunia
W. Grant
Rawhmaster Eliott
A.V. Key
WA Kinnear
Nektan
Kan
de Pot
Minister Corrects Stockman Amid Wrong Train Fare
A minister on a crowded passenger coach confronts a stockman who is drinking alcohol in the smoking compartment. The minister warns him he is on the way to ruin, while two other men liven the scene with bold behavior, as the train rolls toward its destination. The exchange ends with the stockman quipping that he always boards the wrong train.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rinx Murnine
Mast
Tosk
Therix
Peasenger
Roddy
Beery
Hearts
Rei
Among Railroad Men
The article lists railroad personnel changes and resignations including T. W. Brooks brother of a Western Union telegraph official, F. R. Sites, and Capt. Dhandad moving to Albuquerque. It notes J. T. Burts building a railway line without debt, and J. Barnes of the Rock Island visiting Topeka. Several names and positions are touched with salary notes and agency details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
T. W. Brooks
Brooks
Unie
Trent
el Pusey
Bir Brooke
Les Verus
F. R. Sitesi
San Francisco
Dhandad
Santa Fe
Albuquerque
JT. Burts
Critopil
Larned
EC. Edwards
Caldwell
Western Union
Omake
Tee
Jot Barnes
Hock
Serer Caldwell
Topeka
Esadmaster
Jin Neal
Ge Il Fock Reyet
Tl Reno
Unclear fragmentary report on local matters
Fragmentary OCR text references Oklahoma Kansas comparisons and a castral breach rake. Mentions a farming fund and a tree ownership with encumbrances. Describes rent income and bank balance, plus earnings from Fond.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Blasts
Oklahoma
Kansas
Sumoueh
Briker vs Frisco Railway Verdict Won for Broken Ankle
In Samper county a jury awarded Briaker nine thousand dollars after Briker slipped under a heavy timber load struck by a Frisco Railway car. JD Batston, fresh from Wellington, tried the case for Brieker and secured victory for the plaintiff.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Jan
JD. Batston
Wellington
Brieker
Frisco Railway
White
Bri
Samper County
Usenet Bricker
New Railroad Spike by Dodson Brings Locking Nut-Style Tie Fastener
Ehreed, Ind January 2 Dodson, inventor of the Dodson nut lock now to be manufactured locally, unveils a spike with outside edge notches and an eighth inch notch, paired with a steel nub and tool to prevent removal without the specialized instrument. The spike, produced by a firm in Wisconsin, promises almost impossible loosening except with the dedicated tool.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ind
Asy Dodson
Dodson
M Toul
Genwa Deo Indhesire
Tee
Denver
Himems
bin Boweser
State Board of Railroad
TKW
Turmer
Pioliticians
Turner
Messrs
Bush
Stryker
Repub Icans
Hitting
Board of Railroad Commissioners
Left on Trains and Lost Parcel Items Parade
Absent minded passengers leave articles on suburban trains for six months, filling lost parcel rooms. Umbrellas dominate, with overshoes and clothing piling up in barrels. Union station clerks created a dummy figure to display items, yet trains continue shedding wearables and gear in various weather.
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Paseghgers Theentry
Chitago
Tuzgags
Aceet
Otis Iimes
Lars’ Collier
Alton
Union Station
Company Pays Damages in Widow O Connor Suit
Local report notes Mrs Ellen O Connor widow of Lawrence O Connor sued for damages after a wreck near Hiawatha on March 1, 1835. The Atchison company reportedly paid $10,000 to settle before suit, with judgment later rendered in favor of the Allebusto Pacific. Additional items mention railroad workers and incidents, strikes, and schedule notes from the plant.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ellen O'Connor
Lawrence O'Connor
Missouri
Hiawatha
Medanit
Railrond Company
Ttwkew BP AL Ode
Allesburt Pacific
Sirs O'Connor
Hecht
O'Conner
In Memory of Burns Observed by Topeka Scots
The Scottish community at Topeka Post Hall hosted a Burns celebration honoring the birthday of Robert Burns. James Cuthbert presided as master of ceremonies, and Judge Ian Guthrie spoke warmly of Burns. Attendees enjoyed songs, readings, and Scottish pastries as over four hundred people gathered for the evening event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka Post Hall
Robert Burns
James Cuthbert
Ian Guthrit
Tama
Siweys
Wisbor
Ayr
Scotland
Burns
Huy Addreke
James Miler
Ladwin Burns
Scotih
Scotres
Auilience
Howe
Crawford theater offers new novelty season and Town Tops cast
Loyal dramatic news reports the Crawford theater presenting Fite and Weteter’s comedy A Brighter Time at Crawford theater with Town Toples troupe described as a dramatic cocktail by a New York critic. Features include Tagos serenade, a termite clown, and a grand aerial walk. Prices 7, 3 cents. concert precedes Il Trovatore. Electric Fitters are promoted as a tonic. Sub scribe for The State Journal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fite & Weteter
Creefoni Theater
Terri Guartutte
Crawford Theater
New York
Maw. Leach! and Company
Soutehi
State Politics in Doubt With Six Candidates in District Race
The Twenty-fourth judicial district spanning Pratt Kingman Harper and Barber counties faces a crowded contest with at least six candidates in Pratt and Kingman counties. Rumors swirl over Judge McKay's possible candidacy and a feud over vindication for a libel defeat. Barbour county politics stir as leaders push for delegation seats while railroad commission debates and silver Republican pressures shape the looming district contest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pratt
Kingman
Harper
Barber
Campaien
McKay
Jumse McKey
Harper County
Llewellyn Jones
Harper Counts
Barber County
Kinemman
Willets
Pulrchild
J.jenkins
Kingman County
A. Apt
William Barret
Crawford
Peters Denounced for Opposing Storeyards Will in State House
A report accuses Congressman Peters of Wyandotte of opposing a storityards bill and serving corporate interests. Jerry Simpson replies with a general denial, asserting the charges are untrue. Simpson urges unity in the reform movement, warning reformers against aiding the opposition and urging a solid stand against the Republican foe.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Peters
Wyandotte
Jerry Simpson
Sir Simpson
Republican Party
Bohemian Smoker Opens Manufacturers Conference Night in New York
The third annual conference of the national association of manufacturers began at the Masonic Temple with about 280 prominent merchants present. A Bohemian smoker at Waldorf-Astoria last night cost an estimated 319.00 and featured a ball room with plants and flowers. guests enjoyed drinks, conversations, and performances including Buckeye Pre Ointment ads and a Laxative Brome Quinine promotion.
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New York
Jen
Masonic Temple
McKinney
Pup
Association
Waldertey
Spokane fire victims recount tragedy in Great Eastern block
In Spokane Washington January fifth a deadly blaze in the Great Eastern block claimed several lives and left many homeless. Among the dead were Mrs Rose Smith age 20 Mrs HG Davies an elderly Nebraska City resident Mrs Cora Peters and daughters Ethel Millie Alice Wilson and Maud Wilson. Firefighters struggled with electrical wires as Mrs Pronger guided two ladders to safety. Rev Davies and others related to the deceased are named. Total insured property loss is estimated at 505000 with 135000 in coverage.
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Spokane
Great Eastern
Rose Smith
HG. Davies
Nebraska City
Neb
Stith
W. B. Gordon
Cora Peters
Ethel
Millie Alice Wilsom
Empio
Maud Wilson
Charles T. Davies
F. ©. Davies
First Baptist Church
Ottumwa
Board of Insurance
Britain splits naval squadrons amid allied loan talks
Jan Lerdon reports Daily Mail and Times correspondents on the British fleet dividing into two squadrons under Admiral Buller and Rear Admiral Pitcairn, with one squadron at Chu San and another at Chemuip under different commanders. The Pekin Times notes Tsune-Lia men’s willingness to provide a loan on the same terms as England, with France backing Russia.
Moonlit Robber Fails as Trust President Stays Calm
A young man entered the Union Trust offices in St Louis and held a pistol to president Judee Madin demanding five thousand dollars. He talked with detectives, was handcuffed, and police found nitroglycerin in his pocket. The suspect, about 22, described as dark complexioned with bright eyes and a gold rimmed cap, was taken to the Four Courts.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
St Louis
Moon
Youce
Privat
Judee Madim
Union Trust Company
Ube Xray
Madiin
Jarne
Admiral McNair Talks Asiatic Squadron Status
In San Francisco on January 24 Admiral McNair said he was relieved and headed for Washington. He noted uncertainty in China and Japan and that American naval forces in Asiatic waters had grown to seven ships, with two more expected, to protect U S interests and maintain peace.
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San Francisco
Admiral McNair
Washington
China
Japan
Askitle
Atlantic
Aeceenara
Thie Boboe
Local Snap Shots Highlight Court, Bridges and Community Aids
A mixed update notes judges on Popeice, Gage residence matters, reelection of county poor farm supervisor Taylor, a robberies report on Crane and Quincy street, and Ben Henderson elected as Kiotes City state convention delegate. Details include Mrs Thorpe reference to honesty, snow cleanup notices from Street Commissioner Rumsey, and plans to drive piles for a new bridge. Also mentions Rev Ja Te Dill at Washburn College event, petitions about removing old ridge to connect Roseville and Wash, and local efforts to fund bridges and groceries for police matrons. Subscribe for The State Journal.
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Court of Appeals
Popeice
G. G. Gage
Taylor
Pelee Matron Thorpe
Crane
Quincy Street
Coade
Ben Henderson
Kites City
Firten
Ja= Te Dill
Beston
Washburn College
Roseville
Wlash
Board of County Commissioners
Doctors Secretly Sold Memberships in A Collection Scheme
Reports detail a Physicians Mutual collection association run by Cyrus D Nobie in Denver and Topeka. Doctors Munn Grubbs Minner Magee and Owen signed the membership roll. Nobie allegedly collected fees, offered 20 percent to collectors, and devised lists of nonpayers while diverting funds to himself with limited accountability.
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Denver
Cyrus D. Nobie
Topeka
Physicians’ Mutual Collection Association
Crolarids
Noble
Dobbs & Stoker
Desver
Topska
LH. Munn
L. ¥. Grubbs
C.F Pennmeen Minner & Magee
Owen
George Stoker
Nobie
Cyrun D. Noble
Topeks
Physicians” Mutual Association
Bir
Himsel
Air
Pueblo
Butler
Association
Unclear figures cloud attorney fee dispute involving Baxter Potter
Fragmentary text shows Attorney Baxter seeking Noble to collect substantial attorney fees. Potter and Baxter had prior dealings with Soule, but whether checks were mailed to doctors is unknown. The snippet hints at an ongoing dispute over fees with elusive parties.
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Che Mpany
Ceube
Baxter
Noble
Potter
Soule
Traitors Sank Her Steamer Tillie in Barnegat Disaster
Four crewmen lost when the steamer Tillie sank after a gale off Barnegat. Captain John O'Brien among the saved. Governor Ames and crew rescued survivors, including Cuban crew, with lives risked to pull men from the distressed vessel. The wreck carried dynamite and ammunition for Cuban interests aboard.
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Tillie
Title
Barnegat
John O'Brien
Ames
Shinnecook
Union
Peasinie
Atnes
Providence
Waldemar
Midland line to Wichita if Sedgwick vote aids coal traffic
Wichita officials debated a Midland railway plan at the Commercial Club meeting. If the line runs south, about 16 miles would pass Sedgwick county. total cost estimates ranged around 2400 dollars per mile, potentially 40 000 dollars county funding, about 100 dollars per mile. Sapulpa may be the terminus with Springs start, and Oklahoma have county subscriptions offsetting costs. The club backed six resolutions and offered aid, with spring as potential start. Separately W S Sickiew was appointed receiver of the Independence Star for Kansas, after filing claims alleging misaccounting and misappropriation by co-owners.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wichita
Midland
Commercial Club
Sedgwick County
Missouri
Kana & Texas
Neecamaury
Hodeswick
Oklahoma
Sapulpa
Wichite Commercial Club
Tole Ae
Degassari
Epring
Pretty Gap for an Old Lady
A fashion note describes shaping an exp with an over heavy starched net in grayish white. The outer fabric is then shirred to finish the look, detailing a practical method for achieving a well-formed silhouette.
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Frisco
ER. E. Selman
Prinimonte
J. J. Kieney
Earnss
Frobert Om
Frimond
Brakemen FM
Brajoman
Mul Carr
Imosine Trelehe
Eudora
Cary Johnson
California
Sritchman James
Ward d
Etralog
Frank Sawyer
Chance
Parvelt
Frank Johnson
Charles Peterson
VacaUon
UAL Yoelick
Webb x
Piretwan
Harry Oren
Lain
William and
Seeiere
Miron Simplus
Herend Bowes
LA Junta
Eeom Newton
Conrand
Jim Round
Nickerson
Antistaat
Hiram Nelson
Joe Schuck
Sywitenae Holllway
Las Vegas
Clay Center
Clay
Center
Brovehten
Rock Island
Lincoln Post Hall
Loyal Dramatic News
Swift & Holliday Drus
The
State Journal
State Politics
War
Jerry
Benits
Ana
Waldorf
Poueien Avenue
England
Russia
Union Trust Co
St. Louis
West Elshth Street
Young Rogue
Drs. Munn, Grubbs, Minney, Boam
NEW
R. R
Senator Young
W. S Sickiew
Star
Ferre
Anna A. Young
Benatar H. We Yue
AT. Cox
Young
Cox
Steings
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