California Flyer schedule eyed by Banta Fe engineers
Railroad notes report Banta Fe to upgrade track from Texas to New Mexico to ensure smooth California Flyer service. Engineers sent from Topeka to Albuquerque will reinforce weak spots and straighten curves, with focus on improving condition of the line for reliable schedules. The Galveston Houston Kansas City line expansion in Kansas City is under way, led by promoter L. J. Smith, including rights of way through Indian Territory and into Oklahoma, targeting depot sites in Galveston and potentially Kansas City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bente Pe Railway
New Mexico
Albuquerque
Banta Fe
California Flyer
Tme
Topeka
R. Dwyer
Bs. Keith
Charles Kain
Ovoust
Edwin Bristow
Orrin Cox
Ben Muley
Geo Nichols Thiesman
Kansas City
Galveston, Houston
Smith
Galveston
Cone
Galvestod
Indian Territory
Oklahoma
Kanetas
Cofferville
Texas
Ottawa Shone
A. H. Wright
Ottawa Hospital
Lou Roberts
Ottawa
Whtam
Santa Fe Railway
Conway Springs
J. Brinker
Atchisin
Miles Leads Army Heroes Day at Omaha Exposition
General Nelson A. Miles dominated a commemorative program at Omaha's exposition honoring Army and Navy veterans. Governors, diplomats, and local officials welcomed Miles and General Greely, with patriotic performances and speeches urging strong military preparedness and sustained support for veterans.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omaha
Med
Nelson A. Miles
Karly
Miles
Bud
Evecost
Greely
Diplomatic Corps
Heir
Watties
Topeka
Kan
Khe Roe
Holcomb
Willien
A.W. Greely
Whaler
Hhia
Arent
Tragic Death in Harrison Over Anniversary Visit
Mrs Edward Darr of South Topeka returns from Harrison Ohio after the sudden death of her husband Edward Darr at his nephew Charles Darr's home on North State street during a birthday anniversary gathering. He collapsed after a recitation and died without a struggle, age 52. Funeral services were held Tuesday at Glen Haven cemetery. he resided at 400 East Eighteenth street.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edward Darr
South Topeka
Harrison
Ohio
Topeka
Weir
Deir
Harrison News
Mr. Dals
Cuddes
Edward Dair
Deid
Charles &. Dalr
North State Street
Charles © Deir
Gerard
Charles Darr
Hire
Dr. Kitgaur
Genth
Daff
Angie Philling
Kan
McCafferty
Glen Haven
Dalr
Miller
East
Eighteenth Street
Confessed Robber Adds Blue Cut and Alton Heists to role
W. T. Toene, a self professed Missouri Pacific train robber, says he helped with the Blue Cut affair on December 23, 1896 and claims Johan Kennedy fed that raid. He states his share was 1640 dollars and that 21,500 of the Alton robbery proceeds were used to bribe juries to free Kennedy. Kennedy was acquitted amid bribery charges and Toene predicts another arrest. Jesse James is named as involved in the Alton hold up.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas City, Mo
W. W. Toene
Missouri Pacific
Chicago & Alton
Blue Cat
Johan Kennedy
Lowe
Alton
Kennedy
United States
Jesse James
James
Captain Gaston Sees Progress Among Apaches at Fort Sill
Washington Oct 14 Captain J A Gaston Eighth cavalry recently passed through the capital en route to Huntsville where his regiment is ordered. He praises the Apaches near Fort Sill for moving toward civilization and warns troops will be needed in Oklahoma to deter Comanches and Kiowas raids as annuities stop, leaving them reliant on stock theft. The Fort Sill post remains to guard the Indians, with grim tolls from illness and hard conditions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sill
Gaxton
Captan Gaston
Okhoma
Hill City Busy As Officials Gather In
Deputy Revenue Collector G. M. Statton of Clay Center is in Hill City to acquaint with residents and collect funds for the treasury. Eight persons were found selling intoxicants. Graham county Sunday school convention will meet in Hill City October 2 and 4 with State Secretary H. Enete and Frank Kizer present. Every Sunday school in the county is expected to be represented. Homes will be opened for guests as an interesting programme is printed. Cash residence property changes in Hill City since July total about $5,000 as people buy and build homes.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hy City
G. M. Statton
Clay Center
Hin City
Graham County
Hill City
H. Enete
Frank Kizer
Bundey
Harvey County Counts Prosperity in October Report
Harvey County reports all debts paid and a clear treasury balance of 345465.48 dollars. County Treasurer Albert Deurerty states no outstanding bonds or warrants exist while taxes have been remitted to state officials. Farmers and merchants show strong business, with general signs of prosperity across the county.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Newton
Albert Deurerty Guesterdey
Heflehower
Toteee
Harvey County
MAXON AGAINST LEEDY FOR RAILROAD COMMISSIONER
In Emporia on Oct 14 Perry B. Maxson, reformer and Farmers' alliance organizer, now Lyon county probate judge appointed by Governor Leedy, attacks Governor Leedy and the Populist ticket over the insane asylum mismanagement. Dr. Wetmore vouches for Maxson's truthfulness and says he cannot support Leedy due to the asylum issue.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lewelling
Emporia
Perry B. Maxson
Farmers’ Alliance
Lyon County
Leedy
Fii
Judge Hepburn
Wetmore
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Railroad News
Santa Fe
Kansas City Road
Fae Picrence
CA. Higeias
Eyatem
J. W. Cole
Colebf Nickerson
Carnahan
Eviorade
J. Roser
Los Angeles
James Owens
Halstead
Borrton
John Hender
Wiliam Fi
Ll. Cobb
Railegad
van Ef
Welleville
Wellevile
Raton
Sme
Tren
Lovbard
Signe cM. Taylor
Ster Mechanic
Sys
M. Taylor
Fayeren
DR. Dair
Hile
Maxon
Cartonria
Rome
New Model
McCall
Lonsdale
I. Steven
Azresta
Santa Fe da
Basta Fe
Rasa Ben Schisesbed
MicCall
Japan
Wisconsin
New Country
Warren's
Fabey Ietapsisiea
Ccec
New York
Ralston
Dr. Kix
Columbia River
Bieacoe
Newodel
Oon
Rec
New Model Supply Store
Congo
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