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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1900
Page
3
Two policemen died when a catastrophe occurred during an operation. One officer crawled to the ground and was conveyed to hospital while the other was shocked but not seriously injured. Authorities reported the electric hazard caused the incident.
At the State Normal many students are present and hundreds arrive on incoming trains. Changes include Captain W. Borvenson, penmanship professor, going east to a new position with a salary, and the vacancy left by Mrs. Mary Tayhor. Miss Faye Temimon is replaced as resident nurse by Miss Bertha Callies of Cincinnati.
Fragmentary OCR notes outline Kansas county fair dates and organizers for 1900. Mentions Clay County associations and secretaries at places like Burlington and Bore County. Dates shown include September and October entries, with references to state society involvement and county pageants.
Vice President Kirby discusses Beaumont Road and the New Texas Line. Santa Fe reportedly secured a valuable feeder property, with lumber mills expected to drive heavy winter business in Houston. John Bearty, general manager, notes plans to reach San Augustine as the line connects prairie and lumber regions, stressing Santa Fe as the optimal buyer.
The account recalls Gulf, Colorado & Santa Fe's Houston area depots in IST7 era, describing the network from Brooke as a terminus to Galveston, with stock moved by a locomotive and discussions to build depots at Galveston and Arcola, reflecting the road’s evolving infrastructure and operations.
Seven firemen and one engineer secured permanent runs aboard the Santa Fe yesterday amid vacancy notices. The oldest applicant was noted, with selections spread between Emporia and nearby towns. Names referenced include Fireman Sassuel, Fireman Will, and others in a shuffled roster as assignments were announced.
Fragmentary OCR text discusses steel rails, lengths, and production history. Mentions original 15 foot rails, gradual increases to 31 feet, and opposition to longer rails. Lacks coherent events or named entities to anchor a full summary.
A partial OCR fragment suggests a debate over restriction or control, mentioning feelings of those involved. The readable bits imply concern about limiting access or behavior, but the exact context and actors remain unclear.
The article describes four specially built passenger cars for President Diaz including a common car for sleeping servants and a car for the president’s servants. Each car features natural cab finish, a dynamo, and refined decor. It notes the fleet will be among the finest in the world and highlights overall elegance and mechanical finish. It also mentions the Vandalia division of the Pennsylvania system starting layoffs of employees who drink liquor, enforcing a strict abstinence rule.
General Passenger Agent E W Thomp mene hected Sand opermina Feare in St Louis attended sessions of the Sou Lara to settle a rate dispute with southern roads.
In Newton the Santa Fe locals note General Superintendent C. F. pemeegsas will return tomorrow from tip ts. P. Sanderson, forester, and Willer Glasscock, former stenographer, are among officials mentioned. Fireman F. Willameon and Machinist Frank Cule are noted as returning or sick. The item lists several staff movements across divisions with unspecified dates and duties.
Col Little argues against conscription, urging reliance on volunteers and the ballot as a weapon. He praises laboring men and freedom, cites history and Africa, and asserts volunteers can defend the country faster than regular troops. Marshall band played during the afternoon exercises at the Casino.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a woman’s health and delicate organs but provides no clear event, names, dates, places, or actions to summarize into a factual newspaper card. The material lacks verifiable details to support a standalone article item.
A fragmentary reminiscence describes a man assembling an improvised railroad from an old engine, adding cars, and establishing a telegraph line. He earned modest pay, organized workers, and framed democracy as unity beyond class divides, praising free schools and national civilization.
A first lieutenant in the Second Militia died of wounds. He served as captain in the Seventh Virginia volunteers, then joined the Philippines duty with the Seventh Infantry. He departed for the war in late 1890s, rising to second lieutenant in 1899 before further duty.
Judge Gill extends police and Interior Department powers in a disputed bid to appoint a secretary of the Interior without due process. The ruling raises questions about authority to close a business within the department’s reach.
Dramatic events loom as plans unfold for a high society fete celebrating a general's homecoming Baroness Von Ketteler features in preparations amid festive entries and ceremonial actions, signaling a major social occasion.
Fragmentary race note lists Sackface-First prize shoe strings and five conte, with William Fearns in second place and Chas Dom mentioned among box ballet soup entries.
Bishop Johnson announces minister appointments for the Western Conference of the M. E. Church in Kansas. Districts include Atchison Park Street Church with I C Downs as presiding elder and ministers W H Comer Effingham Ht Milter Far Everest W D Kelly Branan ID Harris Jelian R A Walderson Kick Hi Gakaloosa I yard Is ryence W B Beagie Hogan Kansas City J W Payne Council Grove district lists F A White presiding elder and station J H Cleves Kelso J L Phrobet Ek City M 7 weotoans 2 Brocssa R P AG Exfingham
Carbondale Capitals defeated Topeka nine 19 to 5 in a Sept 4 baseball game here. Gathercole hit a home run for Carbondale as Postmaster Doel umpired. The Sears stood 10 to 5 in Carbondale’s favor and spectators witnessed a high scoring contest.
Dispatch from San Francisco on September 4 reports rapid preparation of the Lawton transport for winter duty. The California is described as safe, while Manila notes a broken propeller on United States vessels, and urgency in naval movements.
A fragment notes Great Rock Island Route lines for Topeka involving a20 minute omission and a writer W Deaver noted as a scribe for the Journal. The readable text hints at an eaves reference or routing update for railroad service.
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