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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1903
Page
6
Nora Patterson of 1615 Bedford Avenue Pittsburg Pennsylvania recounts years of neuralgia pain. After initial distrust she tried Celery Compound and after three bottles reports sleep restored and misery ended with renewed health.
The McDowell stake produced sensational speeds as Monte Carlo, favored at 6 to 1, won the seventh heat with a 3:08 7-12 pace. Drivers faced near clashes amid record-breaking performances and weather disruptions affecting heats and results.
Mud and rain postpone regimental drills at Port Riley as troops prepare for a simulated maneuver. Sixth and Twenty first infantry form outposts with cavalry and field artillery units, while plans shift to Thursday afternoon. National guards and advance guards from Texas camps await main forces led by Brigadier General Crant until Major General Bates arrives, expected by noon.
Atchison Kansas October report details J B Remsburg spraying fruit trees on his south Atchison farm. Results show sprayed Jonathon apples largely outyielded unsprayed with 76 percent mature and higher grades. Frost later reduced total crop. overall investment returned about 108 percent.
Auditor rounds up as Oakiawn stakes finish spare. Doe fat for the Boge pe bale Biciates. Clanger at 60 to ease, seven lengths back of Dick Bareard. Track good, weather cloudy.
Railroad news brief announces a complete Trix formation service to be offered. The item notes new offerings in rail operations and technical services, highlighting a geared approach for improved efficiency and scheduling with potential regional impact.
Rail passenger service plans sweeping changes to sleeping coaches and chair cars. Upper berths will be removed to create more space for hand baggage while seats sit closer to the floor and overhead racks are reduced. Cars will be rendered nearly fireproof with steel construction and safety brakes. A special train for the American Association of General Passenger and Tickets agents departed Chicago with these innovations.
The Boston musine notes the Boston and Maine railway’s trial of fuel oil as locomotive power. It claims oil is cheaper and more powerful per unit than coal, costing about 1000 dollars per locomotive annually versus 1500 with coal. Benefits include famine immunity and no smoke nuisances for passengers.
The Chanute Tribune reports the death of Santa Fe engineer C McFadden in Topeka. He served on the division since September and rose from bottom to head, promoted to foreman’s bench in 1864, first trip as engineer five years later, leaving a wife and several young children. He lived in Chanute and was a member of the Meth church and local orders. The death follows a trip scheduled after a preceding fault in the service line.
A Boilermaker was discharged after a dispute at a circus weekend event in Albuquerque. The charge led to a strike threat and surrounding excitement, with replacements agreed and workers returning to duties the next day as discussions continued.
Former fireman E Johnson has been elected president of the Norfolk and Western railway. The change places Johnson as leader of the company, with the vice president and general manager roles stepping into new functions under his guidance.
A general superintendent resigned on the twenty third, paving the way for a new chief executive. The move comes as Parton Avenue operations seek steady leadership, with a transition to a higher authority and a shift in project oversight.
The text notes delays in locomotive supply across Kansas due to a shortage of railroad men and a belief that the issue is not temporary. It mentions that the five works in the country have orders which will take three years to fulfill, implying ongoing industry strain and no immediate relief from current conditions.
In Omaha on October 1 the council faced a quorum shortage as five aldermen were absent preventing action on a plan to close streets for use as a freight depot. Mayor Moores announced a special meeting to pass the ordinance, while messengers reported the absentees were leaving the city.
San FranciscoOct reports a pane of evidence on traffic strain and a tarnished direct link to this sport. The establishment of the new alliance is under discussion, with officials weighing the impact on city transportation and public access.
A promotional notice warns of severe kidney and bladder disorders and claims a remedy called Ease Cure or substitutes cleanses the kidneys and bladder, reduces inflammation, and restores energy. It asserts cures from doctors and hospital use and urges readers to buy the treatment and related products.
An unidentified steamer line is declared to be known as Aus Tella and Seand Stoemehiv with an $8 amount noted in the text.
Reports describe a plan under Abbott to capture wild Mexico animals for railway work with natives stationed in Sandeslong Area Coloreso to drive engines and signal trains. Photographs and exhibitions are planned to draw winter tourists to view these so called experiments in Darwinian railway construction.
Word comes that O. B. Pritchard, longtime Santa Fe passenger conductor, died at his Ottawa residence Wednesday night. He had served with the Santa Fe since 1894 in the conductor role and was highly regarded. His body will be taken to Emporia for burial Saturday.
In a city investigation, authorities report a suspect linked to rival factions in the Cement Valley site dispute. Police sources say the case centers on tensions between competing groups gathering at the site, with no injuries reported.
Albuquerque Oct 16 roof over engine room rebuilt after fire. Following General Superintendent Collins death at Missouri Kansas Texas, E M Alvord moved to Denison and T S McDowell took over. J W Walton shifted to Parsons, B J Subiven promoted to Choctaw division head. Romero Griego injured by a switch engine, head wound not fatal but weeks to recover. accident occurred as a car was being repaired. Last Sunday a Santa Fe train moved with wheels but did not stop, causing damage to Albuquerque lines.
Greenville Texas October 16 J RK John stom of the Cotton Belt force was dispatched to a local assignment in the company’s service roster with duties noted in line.
Santa Fe railroad personnel activities reported with payday in Santa Fe and visits by officers like TF McClellan and Alfred Lovell. Movements include short trips to Kansas City Chicago Detroit and Fairbury. Entries note staffing changes at Nebras division and depot leadership, plus upcoming locomotive shop events and power division matters.
Brief telegraphs report a mix of regional notes and official actions including H. Frick Coke oven cuts, Alaska’s GOP delegates, a Northwestern telegram about a secretary of war appointment, a San Francisco firm bid on bonds, and a federal jury probe into legislative matters.
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