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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 12, 1900
Page
3
London June 22 The Times correspondent reports a sensational claim that railway privileges were bought by officials. Allegations say a large portrait was displayed and payments recorded in francs. Affected officials reportedly received various sums and perquisites, including cash and accommodations.
Correspondence outlines duties among military officials and the governor staff. It details how Lieutenant Crowder and others plan oversight of judiciary, treasury, and audits, with emphasis on appointing key clerks and ensuring civil administration aligns with the governor’s aims.
Dublin June 12 reports Irish leader tells John Redmond he has no influence over party events. A follow up note mentions a convention and cautions Redmond about expectations. Rail and travel details reference the New York Limited and connections to Philadelphia and St Louis with meal service noted.
Readable excerpts describe a mob scene around a Chinese undertaker during a blockade. Reports mention shop assaults, pursuit, and tensions with Chinese merchants. The text cites about 34,000 residents in the town and multiple companies involved in the unrest.
A dull weather report notes the sea clearing unusually early after a period of ice. A steamer Rival arrives from territory near Cape Nome with cargo. captain reports a clear path and describes the ongoing river works and local relief efforts amid missionary activity and flooding risks. Strong winds and a crew of twelve log weather and supply movements.
The May export total reached 57 945 500, a rise of 7 500 000 from last year. Cotton up 2 200 000, mineral oils up 1 to 36 764 936, while total goods show a solid gain led by petroleum and cotton products. Denver appeals court rules Associated Press contract not taxable property for franchise levy.
A fragmented 18th century news snippet reports disease fears and medical claims near Lake George New York. It mentions a public park event, land purchases at Calderetl, and plans tied to Revolutionary War memory. Transit lines between Vandalla and Pennsylvania are described with schedule notes to Port Townsend.
Philadelphia and Return $80.00 via Santa Fe Route. Tickets on sale Sunday 14 15 16. See T. L. King, agent for particulars. Additional notes reference local names and addresses in a fragmented public notice.
rail service between Chicago and the Pacific coast now runs daily with eight through fast freights. The Santa Fe flags a large share of oriental traffic after opening the San Joaquin Valley line into San Francisco. Freight schedules are reduced by 48 hours, boosting the coastbound throughput and possibly adding a San Francisco steamship link to San Diego.
Tra Henry of the Santa Fe machine shop suffered a serious accident Monday while working on an engine fore end. He was cut and crushed fingers, struck on the head by a sledge hammer, and his skull fractured. He had just returned to work after several weeks off and was taken to the company hospital for treatment.
Nebraska Democrats arrange a special train from Netw Patrbury and Paines to Topeka then Kansas City for the national Democratic convention. The train, with Pullman sleepers, will depart early July 4 morning en route to Kansas City and return the evening of July 4.
Superintendent W. H. Stillwell returns from Oklahoma where he inspected the new lines project from Kingfisher to Guthrie not yet complete east of Cashion. The Rock Island bridge work is underway with over 16 sections under construction as the town-building drive continues and tracks east from Cashion to Guthrie near completion.
The services of mechanics are much needed. Several men have been sent from Topeka to Albuquerque to fill the shortage in the Albuquerque shops. Those sent have been taken from existing shops and few more can be spared from Topeka. It is unclear if enough workers can be secured to fill all vacancies.
A Prussian table of world railroading shows the United States far ahead in mileage and reach. In 1859 total U S tracks reached about 16 215 miles, and mid 1885 inter state metrics report 156 2962 miles, with the United States holding a dominant share of world rail mileage and population served among large nations.
An old advertisement essay explains kidney and bladder issues in children and adults, stating that early signs like frequent urination and skin irritation indicate kidney trouble. It promotes Swamp-Root as a remedy from Dr Kilmer Co New York, offering samples and an informational pamphlet.
The record notes Japan Asia Minor and Asiatic Siberia show rapid railroad growth. One tela now covers about 440 miles, surpassing Great Britain and Ireland. By end of 1397 Britain led in rail mileage but was overtaken, with British India home to 12,153 inhabitants per mile of track.
Two complete locomotives coupled to act as one pull a 7 percent grade for the St. Cloud River railway in California. The wood burning system feeds both furnaces, with six 44 inch driving wheels per engine and four cylinders per unit. Tested on the Reading road before shipment, the dual locomotive aims to haul 125 tons of freight up steep grades.
Union Pacific reportedly plans to offer grazing land in Carbon county to Boer emigrants. The land sale aim is to attract thousands of settlers to the United States, with irrigation schemes promising wealth for both settlers and the railroad. No new leases will be issued while efforts continue.
A New York telephonic query from a Republican delegate questioned when the convention tickets expire and demanded a written guarantee of validity. The agent replied that guarantees could be arranged, leaving the caller satisfied. Meantime, notices report A M Quarrier's death and multiple railroad and engine servicing updates across several lines with personnel movements and travel plans.
Mil waukke r crew returning from national convention heads home to Albuquerque for wheat crop shift. Eleven conductors from the extra board, including Marriott Atmore Dowell Lester Shreves Miner Daniel Logue, will relinquish caboose keys and ride cars again when shipping resumes.
The Shawnee county Republican machine will be run by unusually young leaders. The chairman is 20, his assistant secretary A Newman is just a year younger, and treasurer Mo Weightman is also a notably young figure. Newman is tied to Topeka business circles and has been active in recent party primaries.
Epworth League leaders announce a state convention in Topeka on June 1 to 9 with sessions and programs including president conference, department meetings, and religious lectures led by Rev. Betts and I.E. Muirie of Baker University. Kansas attendees from Abilene to Dodge City will participate in devotional and youth outreach activities.
A contaminated AP correspondence discusses German investments in South America, with figures for marks and capital across nations, and mentions German military instructors in Bolivia. It cites Handelszeitung from Buenos Aires on American trade and U.S. competition, then shifts to a Washington excursion offer via Vandalla Pennsylvania lines, with travel details and local contact. Also promotes Ecklen's Archa Salve for skin conditions and mentions Wagganer druggist.
Fragmentary notice states two forms of convention tickets offered by Van della Fenazsylvania Short Lines. One form deemed good for direct fare, the other Louis, with sale at St Litie inion station ticket office on June 3 to 8 Sectestive.
Ticket offer for Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and Return at 24 dollars. Tickets on sale June 1 with stopovers allowed at Colorado common points. Gea Wheadon contact at 932 Kam as avendt Tel 451 for feed and hay prices. Burdock Bitters advertised as stomach regulator and tonic.
Dr D B Cargile reports a "supreme remedy" for health conditions though the text is garbled. The note claims strong cures and health benefits, mentioning a widely advertised treatment sold at a local storefront.
An unclear ad-like notice mentions the Sante Fe and Pueblo BI Return with a $24 price, counting on stopovers. It promotes a remedy claim for indigestion and other stomach troubles, stating instant relief and complete cure, urging readers to visit dry goods stores.
Denver area ad copy touts Cham berlain's Pain Balm for rapid relief after sprains, claiming fast results and urging readers to try it. Ad notes tickets on sale for Santa Fe routes at $24 and mentions Denver Colorado Springs Pueblo and return options.
Dr Bolin's Rheumatic Remedy promises instant relief and a total cure using a unique formula. The ad cites thousands of cured patients and urges readers to buy from Wolters Chemical Co at Maiden Lane.
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