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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1902
Page
4
The Railroad Gazette highlights a leading feature on a vast new machine shop project likely the largest in the world. It describes a saw-tooth roof design, a three-bay complex with central 74 foot width, and a marshalled plan uniting boiler tender and machine erecting halls under a single roof.
The report indicates an uptick in shipments of industrial products and overall production across the system. It notes year over year appropriations for betterments, improvements, and equipment totaling 0.0. Capital stock rose by 2, a visual, while funded debt decreased by 5.
The eastbound Golden State Limited, Rock Island’s new transcant train, failed near Lordaburh NM while speeding to El Paso. A bull wandered onto the track and was struck, tearing up running gear and tangling in the engine’s driving rod. Crew performed operations to free the engine and restore control.
Faulkner of the Santa Fe appointed to oversee the El Paso depot project. The design aims for a modern Union Depot, partly two stories, with an estimated cost around ten thousand dollars.
A detailed map outlines a proposed 400 mile Santa Fe railroad expansion in New Mexico. The plan, by the Eastern Railway of New Mexico, covers routes from Tin Pusro to La Joya with links toward El Paso and the Kansas line, plus a westward spur toward the Pacific coast. The project includes depot plans, equipment orders, route approvals, and a potential El Paso street vacation if required.
A Parsons to Hartiesville route opening ceremony marked MK&T officials arriving to inspect the new line and stations at Wann Dewey and Bartonville. Officials touted stock arrivals and future service while noting a temporary schedule pending full integration.
Grand Master Hawley of the Switchmen's Union of North America says no switchmen strike will occur in Chicago. Brotherhood of Railways officials caution the situation, noting mothers of their cronization—likely cronies—may influence enforcement. Agreements had been reached with Chicago Great Western, Chicago Terminal Transfer, and Chicago & Eastern railroads.
When Mrs Ref was near death her life was saved by Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription. Her experience made her a strong advocate for the medicine which claims to regulate the system cure drains that weaken women heal inflammation and ulcers and cure female weakness.
Grand Master Hawley of the Sete men’s union says organization has 1,700 members in Chicago. He notes a proposed 10 percent raise in the North rest ang and claims Switenese ’a union supported a 22 cent per ear raise for awitehmien and Se cents an hour for peecentann. He asserts the Brotherhood would not call a strike if demands are unmet and that broader wage increases are sought nationwide amid jealousy and recognition disputes.
Wichita Kas Lev 11 The Orient railroad is buying equipment now to meet orders. Jm C Hubbel general purchasing agent for the Kansas City Mexico Orient railway said rails and locomotives are being secured in both Europe and America. There has been little demand in shipping recently and cost differences between American and foreign rails are small.
In New Mexico the Santa Fe Bridge Gang rebuilt the Thornton bridge after a fire that nearly destroyed it. Three superintendents directed the rapid repair using available railroad tires, completing the job in six hours. Nearby news covers Santa Fe railroad personnel moves, reading rooms in San Marcial, and executive appointments.
The damaged text references Galloway and a forthcoming event including a ticketing detail. It mentions a concerted effort to dedicate a new slip or plant and a box shop, with an admission for a couple and a price adjustment from 32.0 to a smaller amount. The exact details are unclear in the fragment.
Lawrence, Kan. Nov 11 Kansas expects a strong showing against Haskell in the upcoming game at McCook Field. Captain Vincent asserts Kansas will win, while Coach Curtis drills the Jayhawkers amid misty conditions.
A Fez dispatch reports the claimed elder brother of the sultan leading Berber rebels in a dawn attack on November 3. The sultan’s army repelled the incursion, the pretender and followers withdrew to a native castle which troops burned on November 4. Many rebels killed or captured. the pretender escaped.
Dr Redmond praises Pyramid Pile Cure as instantly relieving all pile types with no opiates and no detaining side effects. He notes it avoids surgery and is easy to use, with immediate comfort upon first application. A Sweet Springs resident reports rapid cure in under a month and endorses widespread use while agents note price at cents per package.
Kidney disease is described as widespread and deadly when untreated. The ad promotes Dr Kilmer Swamp Root as a kidney liver and bladder remedy, citing testimonials and urging readers to request a free sample bottle and book from Kilmer & Co in Binghamton New York.
Nov 23 Poultney Bigelow author was thrown from a horse and broke his collar bone while hunting with garrison officers in Besatia. In Oklahoma William M. Crine-McGuire contends election fraud in Comanche County seeks to overturn a congressional vote by counting hundreds of allegedly mutilated ballots.
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