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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1899
Page
3
British observers note defeat with good humor as Tatton reports reduced interest after several events. A crowd at the Hotel Ceci witnesses mixed reactions while American supporters discuss the outcome and future prospects of the Shamrock event.
Fragmented OCR text discusses wind effects on sail racing with mentions of Shamrock Keyser and the Dube captionologists. It hints at recounts of races, guessing outcomes, and comparisons between boats like Shamrock and Columbia, with commentary on performance and wind conditions.
Sir Thomas Lipton praised the New York yacht race as fair and square after defeat aboard the Hun. He said Columbia won because of a faster boat, that both ships sailed superbly, and expressed readiness for a rematch tomorrow. Iselin and party aboard Columbia were noted as composed and satisfied.
The Uttle oyster sloop Dream, on fire and drifting into Rock Creek, yielded evidence of four serious crimes on its deck. Dismembered remains believed to be Captain Oliver Caulk, owner and commander, were found after the fire. A colored deck hand named Frank Collier is missing and likely shared the captain's fate. Police seek a mysterious assailant as the Dream’s home port was listed and the voyage began Saturday evening October 17.
General Otis reports United States troops dead from various illnesses and wounds including dysentery typhoid fever and enteritis among multiple units such as Twenty-first Infantry Fourth Cavalry and Twenty-first Infantry with several named soldiers and dates in October. The list also mentions hospital corps and signals units amid a chronic diarrhoeal outbreak and other illnesses.
Two compound locomotives are under construction at the Santa Fe shops with 77 inch driving wheels and 6099 gallon fuel water tanks. They aim to outrun current records between Topeka and Newton and possibly set a new long distance speed mark. If successful, one unit may be tested on the La Junta to Emporia route. completion is expected after year’s start.
A description from Carl W. Atayo in the November Alnsiee's explains the marvels of a modern locomotive. It notes pistons and connecting rods moving at high speed, the weight and heat involved, coal and oil consumption, and the precise control by the engineer to stop the massive machine.
North Cedar residents in Leavenworth County oppose leasing the depot to a colored family who use the station as a residence. The Wansesbos Northwestern Railroad halted freight use months ago, abandoned the station, and removed the agent, renting the depot building to a different party.
An old advertisement touts Scott's Emulsion as a fat producing food to treat wasting diseases in all ages. It claims weight below average signals illness and that users will gain weight quickly and continue to gain after stopping. Contains promotional language typical of period medical ads.
Local residents urge the company to station a dedicated agent at the depot claiming discrimination against colored people who remain to ship freight. The complaint seeks enforcement of equal access and supervision at the facility.
The article notes a shift to heavier cars and upgraded locomotives to cut costs. It highlights 30‑ton car capacity, fifty‑pound rail, and new steel fans to carry large loads. The text emphasizes improved equipment and lower freight rates via efficiency gains.
Rock Island railroad plans to fit all freight and passenger locomotives with Eyre electric headlights soon. The move follows years of successful use on select engines and comes with a guarantee against head end collisions, contingent on crews staying alert. Work starts immediately and aims for rapid completion.
In El Paso stockholders dispute extending the El Paso and Northeastern toward Rock Island interests. Col Boles denies current plans but deems a new line likely soon. Possible links to Liberal Kansas and connections with Rock Island and other routes could cut Chicago to California distances. Other Oklahoma and Pecos Valley alignments hinted.
Oct 17 report on energy and grain transport war among rail lines linking Memphis Burlington Orilla Kansas City. Rates cut to Beaumont Houston Galveston 42c per 100 lb. Missouri Kansas Texas and others adjust to maintain a 6c differential. Kansas City Pittsboro Gus set 38c to meet competition. Texarkana Shreveport Monroe 25c. Santa Fe Rock Island Missouri Pacific expected to respond.
The article notes rising tension between the Pittsburgh Gulf and the Katy lines, with expectations that the issue will go to arbitration soon. Direct Texas connections via roulla lines threaten to pressure Missouri Pacific and Rock Island to cut Omaha to Texas rates, impacting multiple intermediate points and river routes.
Multiple Kansas City based interurban lines progress toward completion. Kansas City Lawrence & Topeka will start grading, likely at Lawrence, with a river bridge planned opposite Eudora. Leavenworth line aimed for November 1 finish, Lee's Summit by January 1, Topeka by June 1. Also notes Fred Harvey health update and new Santa Fe tourist manager appointment in Chicago.
From Las VEGAS Engineer Ottys of. Dodge City travels to Las Vegas Hot Springs for health. Workmen raise a seventy five foot smoke stack at the young house. Several conductors have been let go for up, insubordination and refusing a message. Freight rush continues on the Santa Fe with a double header carrying 1,810 tons.
An advertisement touts Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root as a great kidney remedy to purify the blood and boost kidney function. It claims bowel cleansers fail and offers a prepaid free sample bottle by mail with a request that readers mention the Daily State Journal. It cites vague medical endorsements and lists symptoms like back pain, dizziness, and fatigue.
The report lists numerous personnel moves and assignments at the Rock Island depot and surrounding lines. Firemen, engineers, and operators shift roles, resignations occur, and new positions arise on the Florence Newton and Topeka runs. A new electric self-winding jacket device is installed in the waiting room, synchronized with Washington time.
A reader from Devine Texas credits Lydia E. Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound with restoring health after nine years of prolapsed womb symptoms. She reports easier labor, strength to work, and gratitude for the remedy. Also a second testimonial from a Blond Purifier and Liver Pills user in Serene, allegedly reporting regained strength and relief from faintness.
Washington dispatch reports Major General William R. Shafter remains in command of the California department with the status of United States volunteers clarified. The War Department telegram dated October 16 confirms Shafter’s continuation in command through further orders, amid broader post war adjustments and Manila mailings.
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