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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 05, 1900
Page
10
The paper reports the past year as the most prosperous for railroads, with earnings breaking all records. It notes higher totals than any previous 12 months and includes a mix of general and local items, pointing to continued strong performance through December and into March.
The article notes shifts in Santa Fe and Great Bend operations with Conductor Wertenberg reassigned to Great Bend and O'Brian leaving a post. Superintendant Dolan invests in Newton housing, and two engineers Topeka and Dick Jett return home with eagle-eye exam success while crews are reduced from five to three and some workers reassigned.
Railroads grant a liberal street fair rate from all Kansas points to Topeka. Round trip discounts of ten percent apply for a one way fare of 3 or less, with connections to Kansas City and St Joseph. Hutchinson Salina Wichita and other cities receive benefits via Rock Island Santa Fe Missouri Pacific and Union Pacific routes. Distance covered about 165 miles.
Harry Menry suffered a badly mashed middle finger when a heavy sheet iron piece fell while he worked as a potter. W. H. Earl, Newton’s resident engineer, plans a two month vacation to Old Mexico and other historic sites after twenty years of constant service. Bert Bandemon reports a brief boiler shop incident, while Brakeman Joe Morris, recovering from rib injuries, is around again. Engineer James Johnson was laid off yesterday afternoon.
At a Lied Of directors meeting in St. Leuie on May 5 John Lambert was elected leader of the board, replacing a resigning Mr. Win. The board also named Kulenbots as vice president and formed a committee. Edson announced the appointment of Mr. S. G. Warner as central passenger ticket agent while Mr. He resigned.
Grant Gillette once borrowed fortunes and ran vast operations in clothing and millinery. Now living in Chihuahua with his wife, he runs a small shirt waists shop while she makes hats. Ill health and poverty followed a dairy fall, smallpox and accidental poisoning sidelined him, ending his large-scale ventures.
Webster Davis ex assistant secretary of the interior will address Kansas City on May 14 about his South African visit. Politicians weigh the timing with the congressional nominating convention and the Republican bag convention approaching. Some see Davis seeking the Fifth district nomination while others think he aims for national delegation at Philadelphia.
Lane George, a longtime Santa Fe employee nicknamed the aanka, suffers an appendicitis crisis that postpones his active duties. The years old worker, known for his tenure in the shop, faces recovery after the February incident and hopes to return soon.
Conductor Neweebauer, after about six years with Rock Island, resigns his post amid a period of personal change. He made many friends during his tenure, leaving behind a note on his departure and future plans.
James Butler plans to organize Kansas farmers into a Wheat Growers association to control wheat output in current and future years. He sends circular letters seeking farmer opinions. if enough favorable replies arrive, a state convention will be called. The proposed combine would be named the Kansas Wheat Growers' association. Big Fire at Washington in May destroys a tallow grease and fertilizer plant owned by Sa Norton Manufacturing near district. Loss about $60,000 with partial coverage.
Argentine May 1 The Santa Fe yesterday afternoon notified thirty five early funda bebomes aind Snd they are bes tselled to economize In order to keep the balance of the right alike on the letter. Last year over 100 mechininta were laid off and other departments were af fected in a similar way. The same thing is expected 16. 00cur thin year, and many are deeds Willi no doubt tall tim Very shoes the. he wen who are laid St are generally employed again as eon as business warrants It.
Inquiries ask if children suffer headaches, fatigue, paleness, and poor learning as spring approaches, noting signs that may indicate underlying health issues.
Drwlict of the Sestepeicos of toes moire Firemen Parsons has returned from a voyage along the Pacific coast. He states he traveled more countries than Mr Maler and may entertain various sections of Colaybai muralia with tales of his journey and observations. The piece touches on a proposal for the Western railroad to increase votes.
An advertisement touts Pyramid Pile Cure as a safe painless remedy for all forms of piles. It claims relief on first application and a cure with regular use, noting it avoids surgery and costs little. The copy targets drud stores and medicine men, promising minimal interruption to daily work.
A political clash erupts between Leavenworth Times editor D. H. Anthony and state treasurer F. E. Grimes. Anthony denounces Grimes for keeping state funds in Topeka banks, while Grimes asserts law allows deposits with security and notes a $1,000,000 bond and $25,000,000 in assets under his care. He accuses critics of political mischief and cites a refused loan offer.
Reports from the Glendid disaster indicate three crewmen rescued from a Melbourne to Gippsland voyage. Twenty passengers and thirteen crew died as a heavy sea swamped lifeboats after the vessel sprang a plate in a storm. Women passengers were in one lifeboat with two officers but that boat never heard from again.
Washington May 3 the Coeur d Alene investigation nears end as Captain Tarcns closes defense testimony after a nearly three month run. The committee will hear final arguments Monday, with both sides resting and witnesses excused.
Thousands of Sunday school children waved ten thousand flags as Admiral Dewey and Mrs. Dewey attended a two day celebration in St Louis. A grand reception at the exposition building featured cheering crowds, “America” and “The Star Spangled Banner,” and a gift of a silk flag and songbook to the admiral. A Planters hotel banquet capped the events with a silver punch bowl presented by citizens of St Louis.
Minneavolis dicker for Phyie Chicago pitcher. Reports say 16 dollars spent. Phyie sensational. Ledger notes Lajoie may co operate. Bockiry hitting hard. Lyons three hits at Wheellity. Motz out three weeks with a plastered knee. Cupid Childs batting .719 for Anarchists with six errors. Bradley and Garvin lead with .425. Ditton to Detroit. Thornes spoil record. heldric seven put-outs in last Chicago game. Hanlon’s team winning with many losses. Hawley’s pitching to improve. TeBeans praised. St Louis center fielder tops triple plays.
The Western Water and Electric company plant and property in McPherson will be sold at auction on June 2 at 9:00 a.m. at the McPherson county courthouse front door. A foreclosure decree has been issued by the U S circuit court and a cash payment of $10,000 is required.
Iola on May 5 reports the Iola Brick company has inked a major contract to supply brick for the Joplin Water project. The firm secures the largest of seven bids, with 125 rail cars expected to carry the material.
Tickets on sale May 6 7 and 8 for a Rock Island Route Cincinnati return trip priced at $16.00. See A. M. Puller for full particulars. The text appears garbled with illegible segments and stray phrases.
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