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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 13, 1900
Page
3
Chicago officials eastbound from Chicago devised a new scheme to prevent scalpers from handling excursion tickets. About a year ago the scheme was copyrighted and it was thought that railroad and transportation companies had obtained the master plan.
A brief report notes that at Winginin Port the water reached 15 feet and the tracks were submerged. No injuries or further details are provided in the fragment.
Santa Fe veteran Peter Teller, age longest-serving engineer, recalls early days of the railroad betweenNi Seemorey and Granade, celebrating July 4 and noting the road’s growth, with era details on construction pauses and dangers of early rail travel.
Chicago reports show executive officers and traffic managers from rail lines met to discuss ticket manipulation and fare pools. They expect to refer the matter to line presidents in New York for action. Observers note persistent pooling and undercutting, with profits not shared across all roads.
A dispatch from Galveston details a bridge danger near the bay area as a train derails after a washout. Locals report emergency crews at the scene while passengers evacuate. Two names and a witness account are mentioned amid the confusion.
Santa Fe President E P Ripley and officials J M Barr James Dun and W E Hodges depart for Galveston to coordinate immediate aid. Rock Island leaders A J Hitt and others announce seeking 25000 from towns in Estmnersland Wamego for bonus and right of way for five miles toward Westmoreland. Engine shipment to Topeka and running gear sizing noted amid recovery preparations.
Reports indicate several workers returning to duties after short absences. Mark Sherron and Deane appear to have resumed tasks in Santa Fe shops for interior repairs. J. L. Banks returns to telegraph room. Fred Hemmant and wife came back from the East. The telegraph tow and Dodge City assignments are mentioned alongside family visits in Oklahoma.
Santa Fe locals report William Hamilton from the carpenter shop, Engineer Seahill, and CE Paige have all returned from extended visits in Indiana and Minneapolis. The Santa Fe foreman and family plan a Sunday departure for California for several weeks of repairs as winds Monday evening toppled trees in yards around town.
The letter from Louisville writer Turner endorses William Jennings Bryan, arguing he mirrors Lincoln’s principles and would benefit African Americans. It attacks the Republican Party, accusing it of betraying Black rights and fostering moral degeneracy while praising Bryan as a true advocate for emancipation and equality.
Politicians push for rewards for services while Fusion candidate prioritizes party success over other issues. Breidenhall faces questions over promises as applicants to state offices are listed, including roles in education and welfare. Campaign details reveal pressure from supporters and state-wide activity as voters approach the election.
Concord reports the Republican state convention selects Edwin P. Jones as chairman and endorses the national platform. Delegates nominate Joseph C. Hobbs and others for governor on the first ballot, with support cited for foreign policy and protection of American lives at sea.
The body of Topeka physician Dr Silan B. Sheldon was buried in Lake View Cemetery in Cleveland after burial rites conducted by a state mandery. He had been kept in Cleveland since his death awaiting a vault construction.
Miss Mabel McKinley only daughter of Mr and Mrs Abner McKinley wed Dr in Somerset Pennsylvania on September 183, with details noting the family background and the ceremony setting as a debut of a local social occasion.
Fragmented OCR lists victims and names across multiple individuals and households. The text references Frits Peithen Ma, Carine Lawson, Sir William Boeam, Erine Seuling, Bowers Dunning, Lagwig, Lackey family, Mrs. Gecar Idncatrint, two daughters, Bice, Arison, Mrs Huimes, Renal Beary, and others noted as entered in Bexalls.
Hermanus L Buer hosts a night wedding in the McKinney drawing room. The bride wears a white lace over pink satin gown with silver highlights as guests, including Mr and Mrs Pape, attend the ceremony and reception. The event features a ribbon gesture, the Episcopal service, and a post ceremony celebration in the parlor.
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