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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1903
Page
6
Rumors and partial facts swirl over Santa Fe and Union Pacific with no vote altered. Analysts note stock shifts toward rival roads and discuss possible repercussions for Western Pacific, Northern Securities, and continental railway interests amid legal and corporate maneuvers across the industry.
A terse item records an agreement or election today related to Western Pacific Bays Property and a regional recorder matter in Sacraments country between entities Steckten and Beckwith Pass.
The Northwestern railroad considers discontinuing the provision of free transportation for employees and their families living in suburban areas. Officials in the church offices reported discussions and multiple conferences amid complaints about the perk. Some workers fear loss of benefits, while the company notes not all homes are affected and the plan requires final decisions.
Private advices confirm the plan to extend lines toward the Pacific chart area. Roswell Miller, chairman of the road’s board, is in Minneapolis to discuss financing and project scope. Construction is expected to begin within two years with an estimated capital of 2,000,000 dollars to enable execution.
The article notes delays in applying a tariff view originally authorized over a year ago. It discusses traffic arrangements with Union Pacific, Southern Pacific, Chicago & Northwestern, and Northern Security, aiming for through service to California and North Pacific coast points. It argues Milwaukee St Paul seeks an independent line to restore equality with Burlington and other roads.
Great Bend Kansas reports Santa Fe yards will be cleaned up with extra crew and continuous engine runs to restore order. Freight blocks have lingered on tracks as millers and grain firms unload and move wheat to elevators amid efforts to clear the yard.
Announcement states the position of second vice president of the Burlington Railroad, formerly held by Howard Elliott, will stay vacant for the time being. A plan to fill the role is expected to be discussed at the company’s annual meeting scheduled for November.
Newton Kansas October 10 colored men are now working the day shift at the ash pits for the first time. Two crews were employed one for each pit while white workers were reassigned to the roundhouse with more favorable conditions.
Coronel J. W. Carter, fourteen years stock agent of Rock Island & Texas, resigns to become manager of the Fort Worth stock yards. Rumors say a new Minneapolis Central railroad syndicate plans to build 110 miles to St. Cloud. Mileage Bureau notes formation of a mileage bureau completed yesterday.
Railroads decide on mileage book forms with 4000 and 3000 mile options while Rock Island uses 2000 miles. Denver county court judge Jude Lindley rules railroad tickets have no intrinsic value. A man tried to exchange a return ticket coupon, but the agent refused and the suit failed as the provider had performed its obligation.
In Emporia a warrant was tested for the arrest of W Siette, Santa Fe railroad agent, charged with discharging Leigh Petit, local Katlass national guard member, for leaving work to attend Fort Riley maneuvers. Petit says Tlette told him he would be discharged if he went. Tlette claims Petit’s discharge was decided before learns of maneuvers.
Brakemen at Oxawatomie dispute A H Moll who followed W F Brooks as Bussouri Pacific division superintendent. They label Moll a peace disturber and question why no Whe was chosen after Brooks, a promising young man in the business.
Montreal reports an official of the Canadian Pacific stating a October month loss of $200,488 versus the prior year. Southern Pacific stock dealings involve a $1,580,000 transfer for holdings tied to Reed Grade and Ban Joaquin firms. Reports mention rail expansions, damages suits, new positions, and railroad personnel movements across Santa Fe, Southern Pacific, and related entities.
Thomas Bechtel, held on suspicion of murdering his sister Mabel H Bechtel, killed himself in his central police station cell by slitting his throat after placing himself on a bench. The suicide follows a complex tale involving Alfred Eckstein and William Weisenberg and a Philadelphia trip. Police report details of the girl’s injuries and a family attempt to conceal the body.
A Pennsylvania Railroad party of ten officials led by Morgan toured the tomb of President McKinley in Canton. They were traveling from New York to Chicago and paused at the vault, gaining access through the guard to view the gates. The visit marked Morgan and the party’s first proximity to Canton since McKinley’s death.
Report of a bowling match at Careys alley in Hiawatha between Paris City and Hiawatha. Scores show Hiawatta 1490 and Fans city 12. The piece has garbled text about cures and busesket coughs for 0 years and BMAF 5, indicating transcription errors rather than readable facts.
Coroner's jury in Pillsboro Pa finds ex City Recorder Joseph Owen Brown died March 15 from poison administered by an unknown person or persons. The case followed his sudden resignation amid factional politics and included exhumation, a postmortem, and chemical analysis in Philadelphia. The inquiry, led by J B Brown of Nebraska, questioned natural causes and continued with witnesses, including Col. D C Campbell of Louisville.
In district court two men were freed on gambling charges. The case involved Joan Waller and J. Mr. Gettin with allegations that Walker coerced Owen out of $20 and forced him into a poker game. Griffin and Walker run a pool room and a barber shop respectively, and the juries found both not guilty.
L. M. Crawford weighs adding a Caneville playhouse to his chain as Mrs Crawford weighs the decision. Reports mention similar theaters in Atchison but no firm commitment yet.
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