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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1897
Page
2
Governor calls a conference with the attorney general and officials to address persistent natural gas waste. A report notes ongoing losses across the belt, urging enforcement action and possible court proceedings in Madison County to curb the waste and hold violators accountable.
The dispensary board of control met today to review inroads of original package sales. Committee report shows a fall in receipts versus the previous month and the same period last year. The Frost tax impacts revenue, widening the gap in remittance. The analysis contrasts large differences with prior expectations and hints at reform measures.
Town officials report strong support for cotton price relief and debt payments to the free school fund. A proposed disbursement schedule totaling 30 000 dollars faced debate as Colonel Jones offered a November 6 payment of 25 001 dollars and January 1 payments of 21 000 dollars, with Mr. Wilkes arguing against advancing funds without assurances.
Beartle Washington November 17 Captain Tittle of the United States revenue cutter Bear reports readiness to proceed to the Arctic to relieve imprisoned whaling crews. The Bear will carry about one hundred tons of provisions and is expected to depart next week.
The Kanes G A R council directs Department Commander Batkin to arrange the next state encampment at Wichita. The event is set for April with the aim to advance the organization. The note mentions sewing on buttons and laundry services by Peerless Steam Laundry.
A NY trade summary notes brisk buying on orders from the north, surging exports of wheat, rising general distribution, and improved retail activity despite some trade slowdowns. Iron output and woolen trade show strength, while cotton and meat markets reveal mixed demand. corn exports rise with higher prices, and overall bank clearings stay robust.}
An ad claims hemorrhoids and inflamed joints are curable with Pyramid Pie Core from Pyramid Drug Co Albion Michigan. It asserts rapid relief, reduced tumors and inflammation, and success even after hospital treatment, with price one dollar per box and widespread pharmacist orders.
Earnings of 27 companies operating show 190000 miles of road usage with Rel S55 and 464399 gains. A gain of 5 percent over September and over October year ago contrasts with 4 percent in September and 1 percent in August. Pacific, Southwestern and Central Western raids led gains while price moves were mostly down. Cotton, print cloths, wheat, lard, lead declined and wire nails fell. staples were largely unchanged. Advances appeared in trading of tadin torn pats hoops and turpentine.
The Canadian government recalled custom officials stationed near Tagish and Lake Bennett as British Columbia reduces provincial staff. Deputy Collector Fred W. Davey reports duties collected on 400 outfits, averaging 260 per outfit, totaling about 25,000. Goods seized for attempted smuggling. winter travel to the Klondike continues with rich gold finds on McClintick River and Hyatolingua.
A new Citizens' bus line to run parallel with surface streetcars is planned for the North Avenue to Ashland Avenue area, with a route ending at Twelfth Street. Double decker buses in summer and heated vehicles in winter will provide comfort, fare expected at 3 cents for short hauls, annual tickets for $1, and the enterprise backed by New York and London capitalists.
Arrangements completed between Captain R. A. Talbot of Stonx City and P F W Shirk of St Paul and other capitalists and Trellingham Bay citizens to run a steamship line from here to Dawson next summer. An ocean liner will connect with two Yukon river steamers at Michael. The contract calls for 10 trips to Skagway, starting March 1, and June 1 the first trip to St Michael. Two river steamers will be built this winter and next in Seattle at 365000 capacity 200 tons. The company purchased an ocean vessel in New York to sail around the Horn in 60 days carrying 800 passengers. Talbot will run the river steamers and the company will have headquarters here.
Five masked robbers in skirts stopped a Missouri Pacific St Louis fast mail near Independence, Missouri. They seized two miles east of Blue Cut, found no treasure, and fled after grabbing $2 from the express messenger. Passengers hid valuables as shots rang out. authorities suspect gangs tied to the Crackeneck area.
The California Limited now runs twice a week between Chicago and Los Angeles via Santa Fe Route. The third annual season showcases luxurious equipment including palace sleepers and dining service managed by Mr. Fred Harvey. An express train leaves daily for California with pal ace and tourist sleepers. Local agents note this premium service as the fastest line.
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