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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1902
Page
3
An advertisement extols Kodol Dyspepsia Cure as the only preparation that fully digests all foods without diet. It claims pepsin is insufficient alone and asserts the product contains all digestants for relief from indigestion. The ad touts rapid improvement and market pricing, citing E. Chicago and multiple bottle costs.
The railroad reports the first observation Pullman coach in regular service on the Rock Island Colorado Flyer. A second car will be attached to the westbound daily at 9 pm and to the eastbound daily at La Plata. The car features ten sections, a parlor, cab, revolving carpets, wicker upholstery, wide windows, and a rear platform with brass railing for panoramic travel. Officials say observation cars enhance appearance and passenger comfort. The California limited service is slated to begin November 1, with eleven Pullman trains built at about 100000 each and special engines being prepared. Track work and roadbed upgrades from Chicago to El Paso and beyond are also underway. The Rock Island and Choctaw, Oklahoma and Gulf Railroad offices will operate jointly under one trade name.
The Rock Island Railroad plans to ease patrons into using the Rock Island name, gradually dropping the Choctaw title on both main and branch lines. Freight and passenger departments will coordinate with station agents as Rock Island eyes St Paul Minneapolis and Chicago routes, aiming to outperform Burlington Cedar Rapids Northern. Changes in the general freight office and other departments are being announced, with officials awaiting the new plan’s rollout.
A San Bernardino item notes funds sent to aid workers out of work, with mention of Holicewna cork Red Were beer for some men and ongoing relief efforts. The fragment is unclear but centers on financial assistance and support for unemployed workers.
The fragment suggests a stance by married men in a public or organizational debate. It notes endorsement or support actions tied to a group identity and a civic or policy discussion, but lacks full context to specify the exact issue or participants.
A San Bernardino Sun interview with a veteran railroad figure discusses Coast Line tensions over the Santa Fe strike. He says many local railroad men will not wait for a nationwide walkout, urging strikers to seek work with old rates or face replacement, while warning the grand council will not shield all workers.
The May statement of the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe railway shows a 7375 increase over last year as the system notes continued business despite crop failures and weaker general trade. The report details income from operating mileage, taxes, rentals, and other earnings.
The president has signed the Santa Fe Pacific Bill authorizing the Santa Fe Pacific Railroad company to sell its railroad property and franchises. The measure is described as part of a government aided effort tied to naval transport and road connections.
Fragmentary OCR text references territories of throwrc and a mile for each or operated. No clear event, date, or names emerge to identify a specific incident or topic.
Railroad officials and employes met to discuss demands with the superintendent. Some committeemen were present. An attempt to address the men in the books was made. Mr Hitt offered a wage increase, while President L J Care ran of the freight raiders union pressed for work on accepting higher wages without recognition. Trouble is feared over the latter question.
A master selected for a government post will assume duties on July 2. The appointment confirms the transfer of responsibilities and signals the start of official duties under the new role.
A jumble of railway notes reports Locomotive 197 being sold to the Canadian Northern. The text lists crew changes, shop movements, sick notes, and various employees returning to duties, with scattered mentions of trains, repairs, and upcoming baseball.
The article details rail yard changes and personnel moves including dispatchers promoted to transport clerks, reassignments of telegraph operators, and shift reorganizations on the Eastern division. It notes track work, schedule tweaks, and repairs after a locomotive incident, with several engineers and clerks transitioning to new roles.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions Chamberlain's Pain Balm as an antiseptic liniment used on cuts bruises and burns. It asserts it can heal without maturation and references blood issues in a boastful product claim. The readable text is inconsistent and garbled.
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