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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 28, 1902
Page
4
An advert promotes Paine's Celery Compound as a tonic for aging. It claims the product strengthens the liver and kidneys, improves digestion, steadies nerves, and relieves heart palpitations and digestive disturbances in the elderly, promising vigor, health, and happiness with continued use.
A garbled Washington dispatch discusses U in pensive terms a proposed Colombian loan and friction between the United States and Colombia over naval and transport rights. It mentions the Colombian state department and minister, fear of entangling alliances, and possible financial figures, with reference to a treaty and repercussions for Latin American relations. The piece hints at political maneuvering, economic interests, and potential interventions.
A long criticized sales pitch touts pills for catarrh as a universal cure, arguing that sprays and nostrums fail. The ad promotes Stuart's Catarrh Tablets as a superior remedy taken orally, claiming it reaches the system and relieves nasal and throat symptoms without local treatment. It emphasizes systemic action and contrasts with topical sprays sold locally.
In Denver a report notes no successor yet for the Union Pacific office in charge of the Orient route. Discussion centers on abolishing the general manager and replacing with a general superintendent as part of ongoing transcontinental expansion toward the Orient.
A 19th century style report describes a Binder Of experiments on wireless telegraphy by Tira Butterton Wilson Moss and Prag with Meteun of SteGill University. The team connected in a large setup to test wireless comms callers tea te teal at a rate of 60 miles per hour. The experiment aimed to confirm improved reach and reliability before a planned mass demonstration near a station several miles away.
W. B Storey chief engineer of the Saute Fy recently visited St Louis for a committee meeting on ballasting for tracks. The session included chairmen Molitor and B. Fisher and discussed ending the ballast issue.
A committee considered ballast options to achieve solid uniform bearing for cross ties and drainage. They reviewed materials from the test annual report including broken stone gravel burnt clay partially disintegrated rock charts and cinders and noted challenges with cinders and different gravel deposits. Members were urged to draft specifications for each ballast type and send them to the chairman.
El Paso Northeastern officials dispute sale of the El Paso Rock Island Route, noting the line no longer exists and advertising now uses El Paso Northeastern System. A circular from General Passenger Agent A. N. Brown warns against publishing rumors about the system without management authority, citing confusion over the Rock Island association.
Western railroad circles discuss a possible passivity by the Chicago and Northwestern in the Santa Fe traffic settlement. A close Santa Fe Northwestern alliance could reshape routes, giving Santa Fe a direct Omaha outlet and Vanderbilts lines to Denver and California, prompting talk of a broader Vanderbilts Santa Fe alignment.
The Railway and Engineering Review reports catalpa trees bred for telegraph poles amid plans to plant 25 000 trees and establish orchards near Duquoin Illinois and in Louisiana for pole supply. A Dutch magnate, M Bolsevaip, arrives in America with his son for a pleasure and inspection trip of railroad interests. W G Lee in Chicago outlines wage talks, noting agreements with roads for 1 year and a uniform Chicago wage scale governing switchmen wages across the West.
A narrator discusses the burden of rising living costs and urges readers to consider Pyramid Pile Cure sold at fifty cents. It claims the remedy provides immediate relief for piles, addresses the seat of trouble, and contrasts with ineffective salves and rotting applications. The piece promotes obtaining a copy from Pyramid Drug Co. to learn more.
Industrial news reports a looming railcar shortage due to coal strike fallout and high freight demand. Journal of Commerce notes serious nationwide constraints, with trunks using full capacity and per diem car returns strained. Mexican purchase aims to curb pools and trusts while railroad workers see numerous crew changes and plant updates.
Secretary Hay issues notice to officers and employes of the department of state prohibiting soliciting or receiving money from colleagues for political campaigns. They may contribute personally but not in government buildings or through designated canvassers. active participation should align with official duties while voting and expressing beliefs remains allowed.
Bernhardt arrives in Berlin to perform Fedora at the Royal theater amid a crowd of nobles and officials. The star’s appearance drew strong interest as she took the stage, was recalled after the first scene, and reportedly pledged that statesmen can forfeit.
Pensions have been granted in Kansas with recipients including Original Joan Daa and Mary Williams. Other names listed are Taina de Richard Batty and Barrington, with Oct. noted as the reference period.
Major General Charles Heywood reports on Marine operations in the Philippines, praising actions in Samar and Sohoton led by Major Waller. He urges Congress to raise officer and enlisted ranks, fund new depots in Philadelphia and barracks at Norfolk and Washington, and expand facilities at the Chilliston naval station.
Dispatches from Trenton quote former President Cleveland voicing reluctance to speak in Morristown while urging party unity on thrift reform. He notes retirement preference but acknowledges pressure for speeches and letters as Democratic support tilts toward reform. Bryan begins Colorado tour with stops from Grand Junction to Durango, delivering short talks in multiple towns and longer remarks at Durango.
In Topeka residents report relief after using Dean's Kidney Pills. A veteran, C Berry of Hancock street, recalls years of kidney distress and night pain, claiming improved health after taking the pills.
Reader letters praise Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a kidney and liver remedy with rife testimonials. The notice advertises free sample bottles by mail from Kilmer Co of Binghamton NY and urges readers to mention the Topeka Daily State Journal.
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