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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 06, 1900

Page

3

Railroad News: Hobson Resigns From Santa Fe Signal Dept

S. Hobson, signal engineer of the Santa Fe for over three years, resigns his post effective December 1 to join Union Switch and Signal in Schevele, Pa. He helped equip over a thousand miles of railway with block signals and previously served with Michigan Central.

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Going to Know Election Returns Service Expands Statewide

The Santa Fe telegraph departs bascules to activate bulletin service across Kansas and Texas towns. Nearly every hamlet will receive results as engineers work from headquarters. applications surged with twenty five on Saturday and more today. Western Union and rail lines are wired for bulletin coverage nationwide.

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Rock Island plans new Pecos Valley system expansion

The Rock Island proposes a major reevaluation creating a Pecos Valley rail network linking Liberal to Amarillo and on toward Oklahoma City and Fort Worth. The project envisions 120 miles from Liberal to Amarillo with further routes via Missouri and Texas lines, a long level prairie route with extensive construction and a broad impact on population and wealth in the region.

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Alleged Big Plans for Texas Business Control

A Chicago report outlines a major syndicate formed by Harriman Gates and Gould. The article claims a broad pool of interests including the Missouri Pacific and Texas assets aims to reduce competition and expand control across the southwest. The plan allegedly covers service improvements and a large integration with various rail and financial groups.

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15 FOOT CUT OFF IN NORTH TOPEKA TRAIN FALL

Union Pacific conductor fell from a westbound train near Topeka in a Sunday incident. Details are scarce with OCR errors but indicate a serious fall during a freight run. Authorities responding to the railroad site filed a preliminary report pending fuller confirmation.

Union Pacific North Topeka Nonobese Topeka

Fragmented OCR Note Describes a Rail Brace Incident

An unclear OCR fragment mentions a rail brace failure and a person injured or displaced near a guard, with garbled place names and medical details. The text references a railroad area and possible Pacific coast or wallon region, but specifics are obscured. No clear date or names are readable.

Albuquerque's New Station Will Echo Old Mexican Mansions

Santa Fe plans a four story imitation Mexican mansion station linked to a 500 foot arcade to a nearby hotel. Construction mirrors adobe styling with a red tile roof and Portland cement finish. Total cost around 125000 dollars with no firm start date.

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Dixey Resigns as Rock Island Assistant Treasurer

TB Dixey assistant treasurer of the Rock Island line resigns effective at once to return to iron business. He will leave for New York City later this week. Dixey has been with the Rock Island for seven years since joining in 1878.

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Middle Division Terminal Change Promises for Santa Fe

Supt. R. J. Parker states the Santa Fe intends to move the middle division terminal from College to By Beny Haz. No changes have been final. other planned improvements delay action on the proposed move. The decision is now fully expected to progress and be implemented rapidly.

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Roadmasters Convention to Meet in Los Angeles

The fourth annual gathering of the American Roadmasters Association will be held in Los Angeles California. Fe is on the program to present a paper on the chemical preservation of crops.

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Promoted Coach Named in KC Play Moves to California United

Harry Griffin and Barry Griffin are tied to the Kansas City production with Barry set to be promoted to California United. The announcer last evening indicated the name Robbins appears in error, noting it was inadvertently written in the report.

Harry Griffin Barry Griffin Kansas City California United Robbins

Bryan's Last Word in Omaha Campaign Tour

Omaha Nebraska November 6 Bryan arrived in Omaha to address crowds at several venues including a packed smart hall Democratic headquarters and outdoor rallys. He urged early voting and thanked supporters while defending fusion sentiments and urging unity for the Democratic ticket.

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Bryan Concludes 19-Hour Campaign Speech in Omaha

William Jennings Bryan wrapped a 19 hour campaign at the Good Shepherd fair in the Sebilts root warden, urging unity on justice and warning Republicans against class conflict. He defended a gospel of love, argued against trusts, and appealed for non violent action as election day nears.

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Roosevelt Speaks at Oostar Illinois Rally Charge on Bryan and expansionism

New York November 6 Governor Roosevelt wound up the Republican national campaign with an unsulting address in Oostar Illinois before a large crowd. He argued the party stood for prosperity, opposed Bryan, and defended McKinley era gains.

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Politically charged plea on voting and liberty across nations

A heated speech urges Americans to vote tomorrow, claiming one citizen’s ballot can shape the nation and the world. It condemns past conditions, warns of Satanic peril in New York, and praises turnout as crucial for liberty’s triumph and global impact.

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Comet pamphlet at Washburn college sparks battle over publication

Washburn college confronts a dispute over the Comet newspaper after faculty bans the paper. Trustees will hear the matter this afternoon and may reconsider the decision to prohibit publication as students circulate a seven page pamphlet detailing the Colorado trip of the football team.

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Easy Cure Cod Liver Emulsion Promises Digestive Strength

An advertisement for Scott’s Emulsion of cod liver oil claims it helps digestion, strengthens the body, and alleviates weakness and pain by turning ordinary food into bone and muscle. Promoted by Scott & Bowne of New York.

Rough Hill Sports Update From Southern Kansas

In southern Kansas Hitch notes rocky fences and plentiful stem near the sea state while the boys swim in a plunge pool. A man nearly submerges as Shake and Fatty dive in water rises above him. The pamphlet on Ashtika incidents brings jokes and anecdotes, with high demand for copies.

Daltye Kansas Shake Fatty

Fraulein Stolle Lectures On Early Master Paintings

Fraulein Stolle lectured to a large high school audience showing nearly a hundred early master paintings on screen. The series opens a week of lectures outlining development from Giotto to Raphael and Botticelli with notes on Italian and Flemish artists and the role of fresco painting.

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Woman reports arson attempt at North Jefferson home

Mrs Thompson, a colored resident at 205 North Jefferson Street, tells police another fire was set at her residence. A bundle of rags and hay soaked with coma fell on her parlor and was lit but extinguished. Neighbors speak well of her. police seek clues.

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Bryan urges jury verdict on independence and constitution

In Omaha Nebraska Mr Bryan declares the evidence and arguments have been presented and the case submitted to the jury. He hopes voters count their ballots and notes no plan to buy votes with bribery or deceit, but laments possible attempts at tampering.

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School Board Adjourns Amid Election Excitement

The school board met last night and adjourned as members grew restless on the eve of a national eviction. An excuse was given that the members could not sit through the meeting.

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Kidney Trouble Promises Relief from Dr Kilmer Remedy

An old advertisement touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a universal kidney remedy. It claims kidney trouble causes many pains and urges readers to mail for a free sample. The copy emphasizes cures, pricing, and nationwide availability through druggists and the publisher.

Kilener Kilmer & Co Bingharsitos

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