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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 17, 1903
Page
10
Litter from Balle Waggener finally released, revealing unexpected details and garnering attention from readers and local press. The issue prompts discussion of the author’s motives and the broader impact on community conversations.
Duell between Senator Smith and Waggoner centers on Francis amendment and state funds. Smith defends columnists and accuses Waggoner of concealment while detailing committee actions, constitutional duties, and Republican lobbying tied to tax reform.
The piece warns that changeable early cold weather promotes colds and influenza, urging prompt use of remedies to ease symptoms. It references various treatments and brands in a period tone, noting influenza’s reach and cold breeding conditions.
In the vicinity of the Salt Lake road a nascent gambling area grows as a thousand men gather, with over 1000 workers and monthly payouts drawing sharpers from across the state to the new venture.
President Roosevelt takes an active interest in the railroad enterprise. Straightforward testimony from national figures underscores the project’s significance and potential impact on transportation, commerce, and public policy.
The Alaskan Central railway plan would run 420 miles from Seward to the Tanana River, enabling year round central Alaska communication. Roosevelt urged expedition. the Interior approved the survey. postal and customs actions establish Seward post and entry designation. a lighthouse at Seward harbor is required.
Mr. Chas. W. Thompson, Member of Congress for Alabama’s fifth district, endorses Peruna from The Peruna Drug Mfg Co. in Columbus. He reports his cashier used Perumns for indigestion with exceptional results and highly recommends its general use.
Hon Chas W Thompson of Florida writes from Washington praising Peruna as a cure for catarrh and a virorots tonic. He claims many friends benefited and urges public use, asserting Peruna has cured more catarrh than other remedies combined.
A long endorsement touts Peruna as a universal cure for catarrh and nervous fatigue. It claims many authorities and prominent figures support the remedy and warns against imitations. Readers are urged to write Dr Hartman for guidance and to verify authenticity of bottles.
Commercial Agent Burrows reports the Orient that the right of way is within three miles of downtown Wichita. Graders advance on miles 116 and 117, aiming to finish by week’s end and bring trains into Wichita soon. Edwards travels among northern towns, expected back later this week. Farmers along the route cheer the faster progress toward service.
Benjamin Brooks, Western writer for Scribner's October issue, describes riding a locomotive from Chicago to Santa Fe through Colorado and California. He presents vivid frontier imagery inspired by personal experience with the American Beet Sugar Co. and praises Blumenscheutz’s illustrations captured on the Santa Fe route.
Albert Bastrans son, superintendent of the Detroit United Hallway, argues electricity is the motive power for all passenger lines. He cites a Detroit railway using electricity over miles, with electric freight and passenger use. He notes electricity is not for heavy plant or long freight hauls, but for speed, recalling an electric suburban train passing a Chicago to Denver journey.
San Bernardino Times-Index reports renewed outflow of men to fill key railroad positions nationwide. Chief Gierk and B Moore are among those departing this Saturday evening to assume responsibilities with San Pedro and Lon Aneein entities, leaving a vacancy at the local store.
Duggin, a recent high school graduate, joins the department at that place and shows natural talent for the profession. Superintendent Matthews, a San Bernardino native, will supervise him as stenographer after prior Santa Fe work. Fe also served as first Sergeant in Company K under Captain Stox.
Shippers report relief as railroads stock more cars and handle shipments more efficiently after months of shortages. State board notes earlier protests. officials say traffic remains heavy but car supply now meets demand.
In Scranton Pennsylvania disorganized talks between the Delaware Lackawanna and Western and conductors and trainmen yield wage salves for suburban riders. The entering agreement affects run arrangements and time allocations, with broader concessions noted. October 12 reports W. Forton promoted at Union Pacific to General Traveling Auditor based in Omaha.
A Santa Fe official moves to Ogden to assume duties covering the system. Master Mechanic Schaefer and crew at Needles installed a condenser to reclaim steam, boosting water heating efficiency. Several Santa Fe staff changes follow, including transfers, resignations, and new hires.
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