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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1901
Page
3
A mine explosion near Dayton at the Richland mine of Ute Dayton Coal and Iron traps 21 workers two miles from Darius. Dust and collapse follow a blast that killed many and injured others. Rescue teams sent to the scene as authorities report a high death toll.
Inventors in Washington on May 2 planned tests to improve the new field gas carriage. The unnamed party aimed to assess performance and reliability under live-fire conditions, seeking practical upgrades for mobility and fuel efficiency.
An advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion of cod liver oil as essential for child health over 26 years. It claims the product keeps children in uninterrupted health, acting as food that stabilizes when regular feeding fails. Boote & Downs at Peer Street New York promote the remedy.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses ideological shifts, possible military presence, and policy actions involving corporations and public figures. It mentions Eneris, Epited Stater eel, and Fort Hley, with unclear references to recall threats and state directives amid confusion.
An advertisement for travel to Santa Fe Route 21 and the Northern Lake Reeoerts area promotes illustrated books and folders with hotel rates and local attractions. It lists agents in Topeka and Hartford Conn and features a testimonial about a herbal remedy sold by a local druggist.
Santa Fe begins steel frame for Topeka blacksmith shop, first plant in Topeka, with completion targeted by June 1. Five weeks of steel work already done, rivets steadily driven, and brick and carpentry to follow. Construction triggered by bond approval and post election orders back from New Mexico crews to Topeka.
A discussion argues railroad management requires practical service experience plus technical training. It stresses selecting trustworthy leaders, maintaining discipline, and staying in touch with public interests. It predicts university level education will separate future success, with engineers advancing fastest when natural ability and training align.
Annual Santa Fe shop event planned for Kansas City features a dance pavilion orchestra and vaudeville acts with prizes for freshmen on grounds. Free entertainment for all, streetcar fare and trips for adults, 40 cents for children under twelve, with special trains expected though attendance may lag behind prior years.
W. W. Burke, longtime Memphis dispatcher's chief patcher in Fort Scott, resigns after 17 years with the St Louis & San Francisco line. He cites health and a desire to pursue business in the same town as Gary. Burke plans to relocate west with his wife, hoping for a milder climate. The railroad company plans a 30 year refunding mortgage of up to 70 million to refund debt, fund extensions, and acquire equipment.
The notice explains a bond exchange plan where holders of underlying bonds may exchange for new bonds at stated prices for a limited time. Seligman & Co and partners will contact bondholders, with cash purchases available for surrendered bonds by July 6, and managers reserve the right to alter terms or withdraw the offer.
May 28. The first dirt on the Orient railroad right of way near Emporia was thrown. A crew of about eighty five men and teams works on the Nutter farm two miles west of town breaking ground for the line. A parade and ceremony featured Miss May Madden and Miss Mabel Roberts. J. Evans spoke, and May Madden cast the first shovel. About 400 onlookers attended.
Farmers along the proposed right of way oppose a parallel route laid between the Orient and Santa Fe tracks. They argue the alignment blocks exits and diminishes land value, threatening safety. W. E. Henry resigns as chief clerk to join Seaboard Air Line, bringing railroad expertise to a new mechanical post.
Missouri Pacific undertakes track ballasting between Leavenworth and Omaha. Nearly one hundred workers are employed, including thirty four Italians from New Orleans. When completed the pond bed is described as among the finest in the country. Reprieve ments will continue to Omaha.
An engine explosion west of Carerolitan killed Fireman Jobe Hatfield and injured Engineer Andre Smith. The crippled engine is being stripped for overhaul as numerous locals view the wreck at Tusca where Osman Bates from the south machine shops faces flying off due to stock-urea. The text also mentions a game between Washburn and the Santa Fe Feds.
Thousands suffer kidney trouble unseen. Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root touted as the universal kidney liver and bladder remedy with testimonials urging trials. Editorial notices and reader letters praise its cure claims while warning of neglected kidney disease and systemic failure.
A fragmented report lists numerous factory workers by name and role, noting sick days, returns to work, transfers, and ongoing injuries. It mentions foremen, engineers, machine shops, train work, and a few assignments, with several brief health and absence updates throughout a single day.
Report describes rail line incidents including Rodamaster serriage, a Gen er H relative, and a burner crew along the Panhandle division. Combustion of green weeds using fire near the track killed weeds and affected equipment, with mention of burn injuries to workers and track conditions impacting trains over the road.
Unclear readable fragments mention Claree Zae and Buuchers at His Past with distorted phrasing. No coherent events, dates, or contexts emerge to form a definite news item.
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