Massive 1903 Railroad Expansion Driving Canadian Route Plans
The article details large scale railroad construction across 1903 with 5000 miles of new lines planned and Canadian expansion tied to consolidation. It notes work projected for spring and vast investments, including routes to Port Arthur and connections to the Pacific, highlighting gubernatorial and corporate roles and the scale of miles under contract.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ulpenly
Misetts
Mhether
Jon Eheep
Mat Berger Mines
Sicily
Alerse
Texas
Shahan
Saltey
Atlan
Eildee Dare
Cetttort
Laret &S
Macy Che Fares
Bromertinus
Wong Ta the Apes
Stade
Tane
Railroads Alarmed Over Proposed Switching Charge Increases
Chicago lines face rising switching charges up to 26 percent as rates for freight moves threaten competitive business. A committee reviews the fee hikes and possible retaliation with a halt on new charges while considering the impact on car shipments to Chicago. Local shippers fear sustained higher costs and seek relief or rate adjustments amid broader industry pressure.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chicago
Chicago Way
1902 Freight Car Traffic Declines. Oranges Move Down
The January 3 Weather Age edition reports a revised table showing a drop in orange car shipments for the year ending December. Total United States fruit traffic reached 8200 cars, about 400 fewer than last year, with orange shipments down about percent due to reduced offerings and slower handling, though demand in the East improves.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Southern Pacific
PGUL
Passenet
Goa
Pathyna
Companiea
San
Bernantino
Rumor of Rock Island Purchase of Mexican Central Railroad
Reports from St Louis in March claim Rock Island finished negotiations to buy the Mexican Central railroad. Disputes arise over terms tied to the Franco-Rock Island agreement and the Pitteland contest with the Mexican Central. A key issue involves control of segments from Tampico to Pacific coast and related mileage.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rock Island
St Lewis
Mexican Central Railroad
Ty Fe
Pitteland
Central
Central Itme
Tamsirn
Pacific
Railways and Engineering Notes from March 20 Issue
The March 20 issue of The Railway Age features the annual souvenir for the American Railway Engineering and Maintenance Association. It highlights the Chicago alterations, prints a full stenographic report of proceedings, and includes scientific articles with numerous illustrations. It profiles Kas Juni, PH Dudley, Bert Wreede, and others, detailing track work, bridge and engine discussions, and significant projects for the Southern Pacific and Santa Fe lines.
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Homer
American Railway Engineering and
Chicago
PH. Dudley
New York Central
Bert Wreede
Beck Island
St. Louis
Kansans City
Colorado
Rock Island Changes and Rail Service Revisions
A fragmented report notes Rock Island and Santa Fe lines altering schedules and through trains. It mentions reduced routes from Kansas to Fort Worth and adjustments to connecting services, with mixed clarity on dates and exact trains.
Mysterious March Meeting Reported In Political Wrap
A fragmentary March Ya icra text notes a possible political gathering with talks among leaders at a Roach Selanat meeting. It mentions Bagley, J. Po Merean, and a ceremony or term settlement to be announced, with Rock Island and Hose Island referenced in the context.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Icra
Yeakum
Tie Roach
Selanat
Tome
Terme
J. Po Merean
Euahh
Rock Island Hoods
Funk Island
Hose Island
Coreensie
Hiland Elected Vice President of Milwaukee System
A report shows Hiland chosen as vice president with A. O. Bird for Milwaukee system leadership. Edheega and others appear in a tense boardroom context as directors debate roles and future actions within the Milwaukee and St Paul network.
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Fen
Seeceeter
Shiwatke & St Paul
Saind Co
Mileauker
Pal Tortee
Acta
Gaultederoring Traf
Unkle Vast
Hiland
Eline Law Discussed by Westers Passenger Assoc
The Westers Passenger Association held a meeting on March 2 to address the Eline law and related matters. Discussion focused on a proposed timetable and testing to obtain a decision, with plans to prepare for future actions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Chivegs
Westers Passenger Association
Increase in minimum baggage charge for works fate dedication
The text notes a decision to raise the minimum excess baggage charge from Ib ty 35 carte eau, canceling a fare and granting a travel rate for a sound trip as part of Works fate dedication services.
Unitet BP presides amid road and port plans in Tampico
The report outlines a reorganization of regional road work, talks of development in Tampico, and Mexican efforts linking to a broader national program. It notes mentions of leaders and capital interests, with aims to strengthen transportation and coastal access through new routes and ports.
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Cap
Italiets
Ee Island
Tampico
Mexica
Chy Pierce
Frisco
Roca Island
Mexico
Stranger Than Fiction Dyspepsia Tablet Ad Claim
An old advertisement mocks a patent medicine claim for Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for indigestion and stomach woes. It describes fasting tablets, tests on meat digestion, and asserts the product restores normal digestion, portraying the remedy as widely named and dubious.
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Pelther Bs Ie
Sraesiete
Stuart
Tse
Patie
Sasha
Atl
Railroad workers and shops cited in Harvett area report
Fragmentary Harvett item lists multiple railroad and shop personnel including Jack Peeser William Hairsiue Frank Dotier Samuel Miller Joseph Fictindworth and A Powers, noting shifts, duties, and recent work activity. A brief mention specifies a new machine shop editor and upcoming events along with freight and inspection duties for Santa Fe connections.
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Harvett
Jack Peeser
William Hairsiue
Hery Thomfers
Chemical Department
Seheta
Frank Dotier
Eiches
Kansas City
Merieyn Ounteen
Hewink
Santa
Odo Sack Lees
Frank Bert
Arthurs
Santa Fe
Senator McMillan Investigated Fee Bill After County Clash
State Senator Jarry McMillan visited an Ottawa county area Saturday to assess a fee and salary bill affecting registers of deeds. The bill, amended in the House to include more counties, was later altered, then effectively blocked for four counties. McMillan proclaimed he had saved money for his constituents while questions arose about which counties remained included. The county commissioners of counties not wishing to show excess fees could do so, with courts ready to enforce the law.
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Jarry McMillan
Itewa
Ottawa
Otawa
Bour
Cowley
Coryuitt
McMillan
Orthea
Ottawa County
Venezuela Crisis Resigns President Castro Amid Controversy
March dispatches report President Castro of Venezuela has resigned and handed power to Congress after arrival in Washington. The move prompt questions about legality and the future of Venezuela as factions debated the implications with international powers.
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Caracan
Cantro
Republic of ‘Venezuela
Jem
Congress
Washington
Casire
Venexuela
Lsquieh Bis
Cestro
Pufides
New York
Castro
Venezuela
Pedrusky
Constituent Assembly
The
Britain
Germany
Sketch of Castro Dictating to Venezuela Leader
Fragmentary sketch notes describe Castro in 1880s as an obscure figure who shaped events through persuasion. It mentions his influence on Andrade and a dash toward Caracas Plaza Bolivar, with claims of a return to power within a year as Venezuela’s president. The text references political maneuvering and improvised alliances in a turbulent era.
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Castro
Carnitas
Ant Castro
Plaza Bolivar
Pale Bey
Elopement Case Figures Involving Justice Properties
A fragmented report notes a case involving Aubrey and an elopement connected to justice properties. References to a Chief Javison Mubville Fuller and a diverted route suggest a complex civic-legal context, with unclear details from the OCR.
Very Low Rates Potent Montana Oregon Border Talks
In Montana and Oregon discussions surface over very low rates affecting cross border trade and farm supply costs. Officials reference potential shifts in policy and cooperation with neighboring regions including British Columbia and nearby unions. A 25 to 35 cent range is noted for certain key commodities under review.
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Montana
Tah
Wwarainefon
Oregon
Brits Columbia
Emeet Sane
Kroery Eto “Agri
Iwury
Ead Pra Seasome Union Peete Piileenas
Kanens
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