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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 14, 1896
Page
8
Fragments report the disappearance of Tom Ochiltrer while thieves rob him of clothes and valuables in New York City. A chaotic scene erupts as police and onlookers react to the theft and the suspect chase. Witnesses describe the ransacked home and the missing garments, noting alarm and confusion among bystanders.
A Midland era union section calls for restoration of pre September 1 wages and benefits as times improve. They argue McKinley election boosted prosperity and the wage scale should return, while warning of broader strikes if demands are ignored. Reports also note ranch stock losses and cattle declines in Texas due to winter conditions.
Copy describes a stockholders meeting of the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway Company to elect directors and discuss corporate actions. It lists transfer book closing details, names of attendees and officers, and notes on meeting procedures and notices. The text references Topeka, Kansas and New York addresses and includes promotional material for products and services.
A special writer describes the Topeka river bridge project battles. The piece details delays from faulty foundations, pump work, and pile driving, noting contractors Reeves and partners, the impact on labor, and a souvenir plate. Delayed progress and weather affect plans as crews push ahead.
Local items cover a Topeka church event, street meetings, and a fire at a store caused by a furnace pipe. Police pursue a theft-related case, court actions include a murder or arson-related charge, and a farmer inalienable to an automobile collision is noted. The piece also mentions political figures, charity drives, and a planned court session.
A town obituary reports the death of triplets in Forked River New Jersey. The event follows a period of mourning for wealthy residents, with sensational rumors and public speculation ending in a fatal tragedy. Local doctors and remedies are cited amid a distressed community dealing with loss and misfortune.
A Portland New York man asserts a self powering engine, claiming perpetual motion in a device he says ran 205 consecutive days and generated its own motion. He notes oxide operation ceased due to slight leakage in the working tubes and says a breakthrough followed after months of testing. He states no one but his wife supports his work and vows to continue until he reaches Washington City with a patent offer.
In a note from New Fork dated November 14, bicycle tire offers mark a radical shift in tire width. Pneumatic tires expand to two and a half inches, replacing the former one and three-quarter inch standard. Wider tires promise greater safety by reducing side slips and accidents, though initial appearance may seem odd compared with the high wheel era.
President Moose Fett eliminates color line appointing Schuyler, first colored man to join New York police. Five African Americans sought exam during Hoover administration. most exams failed except Schuyler. Also notes Acapulco earthquake report and an advertisement for Electric Bitters with claims of health benefits.
Fragmented OCR text shows a hotel rate offer at St Nichols Hotel with 4 goat business Hates and 195 per day. An ad promotes a cure named One Mints Cose Cure claiming reliability for various troubles. Irregular names and stray lines about laundry and local persons appear, impeding full coherence.
Items of interest about Hannas railroad matters and a detailed notice of the ninth annual ball of division 179 Order of Railway Conductors. The event aims to be the most elaborate yet with Flamhten Ball Wha Beet secured, Watson's orchestra providing music, and Harry Griffin as chief floor manager. General Manager J Frey may lead the grand march if present. A committee of conductors plans the arrangements, and an earlier date is chosen to boost patronage. The ball will occur on Wednesday evening November 2 with a supper at a hotel and guest attendance expected from city officials.
Shifts among the Mechanical Department staff include Schtchman George Keelirs confined at home after a severe accident. Machinist Wm Miter left his city shop post for a preliminary role in Fuelio’s roundhouse. Several others including Col. Snave and Engine Go are reassigned to Nickerson for temporary service. A Friday the ith? date date appears unlucky to one engineer who heads to Nickerson with his engine, while an incident in Santa Fe yards prompts emergency stops after engine 3) derailed into coal cars. Repairs follow with tanks damaged but no major injuries.
Railway engineering efforts along the Texas Santa Fe route include 49 mile Arcola Junction to Sealy stretch improvements and new passenger depots at multiple points. The line will receive ballast and upgrades with holiday round trip rates offering reduced fares within 200 miles and extending through early January.
Washington, Nov. 14 Secretary Dittenderfer says the National Silver party will locate in permanent headquarters in Washington with memorable silence. All of the 5,000 silver clubs are requested to maintain their organization. the party will work with Republicans, aiming to support bimetallism. He discusses probable policy, indicating a party stance on currency and anti overproduction complaints. He also mentions a special meeting related to the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe Railway, with notices of annual meetings and stock transfers.
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