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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
10
An old text touts a torture method as a cure for indigestion and heart disease. It alleges digestion fixes, claims the product Kodol Dyspepsia Cure can restore stomach health, and cites a testimonial from Henry Williams of Buchville.
Experiments in beet culture under Santa Fe auspices spark talks of new sugar production in Kansas. Seagraves cites Kansas as a potential wealth source if sugar beet farming expands, with trials in multiple counties and optimism that a beet mill could be sited to process harvests. Proponents argue a Topeka sugar works would attract investment and prove material for beet cultivation, while noting Colorado’s earlier successes in promoting sugar beet growth.
General Superintendent Ressegute denies a local Emporia rumor about plans to use the poms above the Beast at Emporia and about Harvey incube. The piece cites railway changes and train schedules, noting four trains stop at Emporia and suggesting a possible but unlikely depot shift and Harverhouse activity.
Chickxo editor J M Honnwil of the Western Trail and John Nye visited Sherman county to gather material for a county feature to appear in the next issue. They were joined by others including Boatell and Ostrom for ranch property views and local scene photos.
A garbled report discusses regional leadership changes and upcoming contests. It mentions See Lead, Wickite, and Wichita with references to northern routes and timing around a future event. The OCR text is incomplete and contains many unclear terms.
A Santa Fe strike update quotes a local official claiming partial operations continue and no eastern spread is likely. Meanwhile, Hin Bernardino Transcript notes ongoing strike rhetoric, contingent grand contest, and Boilermakers and workers in Needles facing mixed actions as files and messages circulate.
Rock Island plans to shift district headquarters to St Paul Minnesota and place Robert Williams as manager overseeing operations on northern lines including Burlington Cedar Rapids and Northern routes. T. H. Simmons will join as district freight agent and J. G. Palmer will transfer to Rock Island duties in St Paul.
Union Pacific trainmen press for reinstatement after a conductor was discharged over a freight conduit incident in Junction City Kansas. The incident drew union pressure, a conference at Omaha followed by the grievance committee, and threats of trouble if reinstatement is denied. The outcome hinges on officials' compliance and future actions by the men.
At a Choctaw Railroad directors meeting in Chicago on June 14 William Leeds was elected president George HO secretary and C F Lippon treasurer. Charles H Warren of Chicago was chosen as director replacing Francie L Gowan who resigned. In Smith Center the May report shows cash receipts of 3465.
An advertisement-like fragment touts Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a cure for coughing lung disease weakness and emaciation. It mentions the product's claims to heal lungs clear cough and build health and references sending a medical adviser book for a stamp and address in Calvert etc.
A flood of items from the Emporia press outlines personnel moves at the Santa Fe shops and related firms. Engineers, draftsmen, and machinists shift posts, with several returning from leave or awaiting new assignments. The report also mentions athletic plans, hospital updates, and upcoming engine deliveries for the power house, plus family travel and local business contributions.
A Washington letter quotes De. W. D. Hunter and ex congressman G. Brown endorsing Peruna as a cure for catarrh. Frank W. Cofbath and J. C. Boffman share personal relief, praising Peruna’s effects after long symptoms. The piece notes widespread endorsement by prominent figures and urges readers to seek Dr. Hartman for evaluation.
Reports describe a complex wreck at the Union railroad yard with multiple injuries and damaged equipment. Officials mention Lee Ame and Owen Caliahon among involved workers, while others from the water utility and machine shop assist, as police and rescue teams coordinate recovery efforts. Affected services include power and elevator systems, with cleanup and repairs planned for the coming days.
Fragmentary OCR text shows garbled lines with unclear events or names. It mentions Old Town, references to a parade or meeting, and scattered phrases such as Be ynt, rebels, and a name sequence including Arnold and Thomas. The overall meaning is not determined from the readable parts.
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