History of New Rock Island Line to El Paso
The Chicago Rock Island and Pacific begins a major southwest extension from Liberal to El Paso, 646 miles total, with 80 pound rails. Construction aims to finish by January 1902, shortening the route from Kansas City. Liberal will host a new junction with Carrizal, New Mexico. Dalhart grows as a key Panhandle town with 20 businesses and a large depot.
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Chicago, Rock Stand & Pacific Fallroad
Liberal
Great Southwestern
Carrizogo
N. A
el Faso & Northeastern
Carrizoge
HK Paso
Paso
George H. Caldwell
Rocky Mountain News
Texas
Chicago, Hook Island & Pachtio Fresh
Sue Angeles
Rock Island
California
Hook Island
Bus
el Paso
Prairie Princess
Denver
Dallam
Hartley
Dalhart
Pero
Panhandle
Prairies
Fort Worth
Denver City
Tuthort
Conlen
Chicago
Rock Island & Mexico
General of
Dalthart
Construction of Rock Island El Paso Line Gains Momentum
The Rock Island El Paso project links Chicago and Rock Island systems with Santa Rosa and Carrizosa routes. Chief engineer J Ho Cowles leads, while St Putot North Lantern handles from Sirta Rosa to Carrizora. The new line aims to feed Dawnson coal feds and shorten the Kansas City to El Paso corridor by about ten hours, with heavy 66 to 130 mile segments under survey and a May target for full construction.
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St Puto & North
Liberal
Carrizora
Enne
Spaund
Oman
Hoberts
Dian
Conlen
Ames
Western Union Telegraph
el Puro
Dawnson
Rock Islon Beaubien
Miranda Grant
Colfa
French Railways Face Large Deficit Request to State
The Matina French newspaper quoted by the London and New York Times says French railways will ask the state for more than 43.6 million francs to cover fixed charges. The correspondent notes the deficit may rise to about 60 million francs by year end, with the general deficit around 100 million francs.
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Paris
London Times
New York Times
Sr Ben Johnson Appointed Superintendent of Machinery
An official circular from the Mexican Central railway announces the resignation of P W Johnston to pursue other business and appoints Ben Johnson as superintendent of machinery effective immediately. The notice, received by State Journal editors H R Nickerson and A A Tobincca, is of interest to Topeka readers.
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Cuty
Mexico
Huber
Su Cargo
el Sr
Topeka
Jane Ton
EF. W. Johnstone Sevinw
Ben Johnson
The Automatic Fireman Trial On Locomotives
A report on an automatic locomotive stoker claimed to be successful with tests. Despite chatter, firemen are not yet to be dispensed, as accidents and high steam pressures continue to show the risks. An engine near Columbus ran hot with a fuel leak and the fireman manipulated cab devices to stay occupied during a heavy load.
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Columbus
Freman
Automatic stoker powers engine for even coal feed
The text describes an automatic stoker driven by a small steam engine, feeding the locomotive and evenly distributing coal over the grate. It notes the coal is spread uniformly, the maker’s device ensures the fire door is spotted, and cold air streams onto the fire from that source.
Santa Fe Prescott and Phoenix Road Described as Valuable Purchase
Observers say the Santa Fe Prescott and Phoenix road, extending 548 miles from ARI Fork to Phoenix, is the West’s most valuable purchase for years. Its traffic balances well, serving mining districts and Salt River valley needs, with Verdi, Congress, and Vulture mines nearby and irrigation prospects drawing growth. The Salt River valley’s irrigation system is limited, while a government reservoir may reclaim millions of fertile acres.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Acrasythe Ae. Fe
Prescott & Phoenix
Phoenix
Mae
Arizona
Salt River Valley
Verdi
Senator Clark
Congress
Vulture
Wickenburg
Two-Cent Railroad Fare Planned by Chicago Lines
Michigan and other railroads based near Chicago prepare to cut passenger rates to two cents per mile to meet Michigan's new cap effective January. Clerks meet in Chicago to finalize tariffs though not yet printed, fearing major revenue losses. Michigan Central may stay exempt via its charter. stockholders in Detroit will weigh reorganizing under state laws.
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Weuiroads
Chicago
Michigan
Michigan Central
Fta
Michigan Centen
Detroit
Low denies rumor of Rock Island line south from Belleville
A Concordia letter from M A Low states there is no substantial basis for reports that the Rock Island would extend its line south from Belleville. He says such a line may be built someday and ought to be, but the matter will not be taken up at present.
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Concordia
Rock Island
Helleville
Belleville
M.A. Low
Miner Named Santa Fe Electtrician at Newton
W. J. Miner is appointed electrician for the Santa Fe at Newton and will devote full time to the work. He will oversee the lighting apparatus on trains and be responsible for its construction and maintenance.
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W. J. Miner
Newton
Santa Fe
Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets Promised Digestive Relief
Advert reads that stomach indigestion and nervous symptoms can be cured by Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets. It claims quick, permanent relief without lifelong use, urging consumers to try the medicine after meals and noting improved appetite, energy, and general health with regular use.
Cancer Cure Claims From Blood Purifier Ad
An advertisement touts S. S. S. as a sole blood purifier that supposedly removes cancer poisons from the blood and prevents recurrence. It cites a testimonial from Mrs. Shirer of Mo and a letter from a patient, urging readers to request a free cancer book and contact The Swift Specific Co. of Atlanta to explore the cure claim.
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Eira Cave
Lo Flats
Swift Specific CO
Atlanta
Rock Island Officials Report September Gross Earnings Rise
A monthly report from Rock Island officials shows a rise in gross earnings for September totaling 227 501. The main increase stems from passenger traffic with total income listed at 400 515 and expenses and charges accounting for substantial outlays. Six months ending September 1909 show further earnings and costs across freight, transit, and miscellaneous categories.
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Rock Triand
Oise Eoorse Sur
California Limited to Carry Mail Between Chicago and Kansas City
California Limited to Carry Mail Between Chicago and Kansas City becomes a United States mail train with postal car and clerks added next Saturday between Kansas City and Chicago. Merchants expect commercial gains from quicker eastern and northern connections. Many railroad workers and locals in Powell, Leavenworth, Osage City, Argentine, and nearby towns are listed with varied work statuses and duties as crews switch and train equipment and retraining occur.
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California
Chicago
Kanass City
California United
Santa Fe
United States Mail
Kansas City
Local Santa Fe shop notes workers and routine changes
A long, reader-like update from the Topeka Santa Fe shops details worker movements, new assignments, and daily operations. It notes engineers, firemen, conductors, job openings between Plarmace and Elinwood, and staffing changes as crews move between the roundhouse, stores, and yards. It also mentions weather, a roof project, a minor accident, and a death in a distant incident related to a crew member.
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Pries
Clay Hayman
Bae
Conlon ‘Wood
John Melvie
Yunahee
Dog Tee
Ana St. Joseph
Jesse Emelser
Twiss Avenue
Roundhouse
Wes Fred
Peter Butler
Jin Stone
John Starr
David T. Nicol
Mudge
Topeka
Chicago
Medical
David Nicoll
Hadley Rossetter
Ironwood
Simporis
West End
H E
Ae Smith
Dasa
Baturtay
Edward
John Wall
Georee Kinesman
Manehattan
Banta Fo
John McClearie
Raton
Umg
Gline
Severn Weel
McCinasle
Enkc
Mixta
Plarmace
Eliinwooa
Newton
Kalmar Hast
Ered
New York
James Anderson
Martin Reardon
Cnme Iworkimg
Siesta
Jake
Aemnune
Anderson
San Francisco
Point
San Brancisco
Point Richmond
John Mullen
James Mullen
Brookfield
Santa Pe Rero
Golden Gate City
Joseph Kentiman
Tin Place
Fentiman
Colorado
Nome
Denver
Sanguin
Peter Behkenfeldt
San Bernardino
Thomas Mulviki
COUTM
David Cornelius
Fifth
Madison Streets
George Gerberick
Gifford Haled
Witt
United States
United States, and It Sed A Reqy Table That Mis Captain Weltes
Abe
SE Bunner
Banta Fe Jihrariog
Naomi Chronan
Tselen
Waat
Petit Wishinad
Aly
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New Rock Island
Swift Construction
Tampa
Kansas
Oklansma
Apare Toy
Vigas
Vpurmro
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Ateae
Dalmart
Hock Island
Anzona Railroad
Low
Stuart
Teiler
Aikhed
Senme Sapien
Aren
Orwin
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Pein
Tate
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Heer Ldap
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Satunday
Chris McGinnis
Creamer
Hen Willams
Dave
Joyn Shuart
David Wiser
Ponce Ae
Islip
Leavenworth
Namic
Osage
Powel Burlay
Ash
Willan Puckasw
Lemaide
W. Vin
Claude Shumate
Roundhouse Force
J. W. Snyder
Dubuque
S” Stockwell
Riorehoure
D. L. Rader
AL Climenty
Blackenrth
F. Willer
Kearns
Frank Tuckerman
Pope Ae of
Transportation
Dite Whitney
Haefe Ceahingi
George Domme
Mullen
Wisipe
Willa
Pss
Eerie
F.C
Belger
Sam
North End
John Casey
Alecnor
Silin
J. Putnam
Alekess
Noel White
William Bosteher
Fie
Adj
Chft
Farnsworth & Ashby
Kansas Avenue
Pierce
Union Pacific
F. A. Lewis
J. C. Fulton
Curry Cigar CO
Russell Harding Music Co
Kansas Ave
Banta Fe
Busser
Amarillo
Tex
Brooklyn
Ugre
Elliot Flower
Lowman Hill
Ol ‘Bet
Pacers Cal
Rome
Eestivale
Galle
Kenton
Topeka Water Co
Telephone
Quincy Street
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