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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 02, 1903
Page
4
A close contest ended when Caldwell hit a decisive field goal to lift K U past their opponent. The game showcased clutch late scoring and strong defense, securing a narrow victory for K U.
In a mud filled clash Washburn defeated Kansas University 17 to 0. Star players Caldwell Mehl Cunningham and Lakin led the defense and running attack while KU’s Griggs Peters and Weeks faced tough stops and team struggles. Fans spilled onto the streets after a hard fought game watched by about 1,000 spectators amid heavy rain and noise.
A fragmentary testimonial from a patient describes relief from rheumatism after using Radway’s relief product. The note claims improved mobility and ability to raise hands and wear a shirt, attributing personal improvement to the advertised remedy.
Stanley and Snow present a firm refund guarantee for Mi o na purchases. The notice stresses a money back promise if the medicine fails to satisfy and outlines how customers may seek a refund if concerns arise.
Rowley and Snow offer a guarantee on Mi-o-na promising a refund if the product does not increase flesh and relieve stomach troubles. The ad claims Mi-o-na is a remarkable blend of elements that regulate digestion and restore health, with money-back assurance if not achieving claimed results.
W F Deppe, chief assistant general passenger agent of the Big Four, says St Louis must add 7,000,000 extra travelers from the region for the 1904 World’s Fair. He outlines needs for 3200 new coaches and baggage cars, 320 locomotives, plus 57 special trains, with peak movement in July to October and potential 6,000,000 passengers in seven months.
The Brotherhood of Railway Telegraphers requests reinstate Daniel Brute after he was relieved as ta den steers at Colton Tris. They demand the company provide reasons for the decision or risk a walkout by 1.20 mote operators. Officials say telegraphers will press their grievance once all facts are known.
El Paso November 2 passenger traffic plunges as San Antonio quarantine cripples rail travel. Railroads face sudden losses from restricted movement to and within Texas. Officials warn travel will resume only after the fever scare proves exaggerated, despite temporary northern and eastern business gains.
North Texans wintering in Texas reconsider travel plans as health authorities impose a quarantine against San Antonio. Rail lines halt passenger service to and from the city, with Southern Pacific and other lines instructed not to sell tickets beyond Houston, Harris County, or parts of Louisiana to prevent broader quarantine impact.
A historical note describes a proposed railway project featuring armored bath cars and fortified traveling forts on the Trans Siberian route. The plan envisions sliding bath facilities, observation stations with plate glass, and armored carriages to enable long journeys across border regions while offering comfort to workers and families aboard.
Rua, Nov. 3. The Santa Fe is actively storing coal for winter use at Newton. A large force of shovelers unloads 30 to 40 cars daily as the company plans to store 12 000 tons here for distribution to division points.
Reports claim Santa Fe Railway will install a superintendent of mail clerks with headquarters at Topeka or nearby. Naltor, chief clerk, is tied to the plan and improvements cited in canal branch service. A $5,000 reward is offered for those responsible for a wreck caused by a pulled switch on the Santa Fe line.
Eastbound passenger train in Colorado wrecked before reaching a bridge near Manxanola, nine persons were injured. Special officers have been sent to locate the wrecked train crew as the general manager offers a $500 reward.
The Hartimore railroad expands motive power with 200 locomotives including 19 freight engines weighing 192,000 pounds, twenty high speed Atlund type passenger engines at 177,000 pounds, and thirty modern whitch engines. Two Mac ton electric motors join the fleet to haul freight through the Baltimore tunnel.
The report notes oil being costly and coal more expensive, with Southern Pacific cutting oil-burning locomotives but price reductions unclear. It mentions the Connecting Link project between Denver and Rio Grande lines, lists officials including D. W. Aldrich of Galene as president, and other officers.
The report notes Alfred Lovell expected back this week as talks unfold on Santa Fe and Choctaw rail matters. It mentions resignations, staff shifts, and a planned Hall concert at Kane City with a Topeka trip and visits by executives to Fe and Oklahouse routes. A broad mix of personnel moves and upcoming events is described.
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