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Newspaper

Topeka State Journal

Location

Topeka, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 17, 1901

Page

3

Santa Fe Eyes Arizona Expansion and Mineral Boom

Railway coverage reports Santa Fe plans to extend 250 miles toward rich mineral and timber lands in Arizona. General Manager Mudge attends El Paso conference as Prescott and Phoenix lines discuss strategic alignments and potential absorption.

Mudge el Paso Santa Presson & Phownts Cera Mulatos Jona Don Cabanas i Sxteing Bante Re. A San Fe Prescott & Phoenix Frask J. Spbace Oteet Svante Stainton Darian Scenex Dor Capesss Duo Sante Fe

Wants Reorganization Considered by Harriman Allies

Reported discussions indicate some Flans may join Harriman’s group under President Hays of the Southern Pacific. A reorganization of pact groups including Central Alton and Central Pact is hinted, with focus on management changes and consolidation among routes and unions.

Harriman Fons Hays Alton and Catan Alte Astor Dugets Central Alongoa Union Park He Hersham Sree

Lawsuit Alleges Railroad Company Shorted Damages

A Texas case alleges a railroad man exploited state law to claim damages. The plaintiff accuses the master mechanic’s office of mishandling finances and failing to pay proper sums, seeking compensation for losses in a disputed rate schedule.

Texas Damaces Bux

Resignation Claim Amid Damaged Equipment Report

A damaged asset is valued at 860000 with a claim to repower. The text notes allegations tied to the matter and references Lyskis, whose statements are described as believed to form the basis of the case.

Lyskis Sditere

Almost Completed Fins Banta Fe Shop Buildings

In Albuquerque nine shop buildings are nearly finished with interior work begun. New machinery has begun installation and the project includes ten shops by line tenpectry et coe SAS Se Teens. Buildings stand ready for use as interior fittings proceed.

Albuquerque

Santa Fe to Convert Desert Route for Dust Reduction

The Santa Fe railroad plans to convert decumitives between Nesdles and Seligman for better travel. Kingman miner United reports that storage tanks and yards will be moved to locate Yona andBig storage tanks near the Pot, reducing dust and cinders for travelers. The changes aim to improve comfort by keeping car windows clear in desert travel.

Santa Fe Arie Miner Santa Fe Railroad Company Nesdles Seligman Barnes Tustley & Aeach Yona Secon Ana Tomnfurt

Will Gross America Swift Trans-Continental Trains Wing Mail Contract

Fragmented report from Omaha Nebraska dated Sept 37 describes a swift transcontinental mail route between San Francisco and New York via the Central Pacific line. Details mention a big mail contract and involvement of Union Pacific with references to Burlington and a British component in the service.

Swift Trans-Cootsestal Omaha Union Paha United States Gmail San Francino New York Cala Pacific Hurlington Seeert Rose Certral Sytner Secatenectsae

Railroad workers and injuries disrupt overnight yard shifts

The report lists several railroad employees with disrupted duties after injuries or incidents. Devite Sreman and Brekeman John Aaktos are among those to be off duty for a few days, while Thiele from the Blacksmith shop and Machinist John Taylor’s wife deal with travel home from Renae Chey.

Devite Sreman Txyiee Orr Brekeman John Aaktos John Taylor Renae Chey Charles Qieenik Tae Thomas Paraimanie Biepital Bultaln Maduler Behar Neary Tony Edward Bing J. E. Brown Central Aid Clarence Shumate Ubon Gree Girvisk Sealler Parsons Inna Zellot Wellerdle Taft Chicago Robert Virutnim Stactisn Supe John Elware Elegans Ramon

Local notes detail visiting period and factory updates

A long dispatch reports a month of visitors from Colorado at the Taller shop on Spiers Street and related business. It notes workers returning from trips, recuperations, and various assignments, with mentions of a boiler incident, deaths, and upcoming schedule changes at Parsons and surrounding facilities.

Bomtsnawpendiiz Ter Colorado Umibagt Seth aeMliae Geran Ats Brake Cor Talay Fray

Mrs Nation Mobbed in Rochester Riot after Speech

Reported mobs gathered around to confront Mrs Nation following a revised speech at Comey Island rally. Police intervened as a clash broke out near Beaver and Cony streets, with witnesses describing jeers and scuffles before authorities restored order late in the evening.

Big Nation Rochestée Comey Island Alist Moadster Enayl Montague Evenine Nation Rochester Cayusa Park Beaver Pry W Hinkley Wreo

Police Escort Woman After Threatening Incident

Back to the station by the police, who were forced to draw their clubs to protect her from a tedly injury.

President Roosevelt Seeks Quiet After State Visit

President Roosevelt spent the night at Captain Cowles home, brother-in-law of the First Lady, after arriving with Hay and Gage. He planned to attend to the late President’s remains and return to the Executive Mansion, while Lieut Col Whitney escorted Mrs. Saphel to the Cowles residence for the ceremonies to honor the fallen leader.

Washington Rosevelt Captain Cowles Cowles Hay Bobh le Hay Gage Massachusetts Earry Roosevelt Col Whitney Miles’ Star

Santa Fe Bonds Readvertised Amid City Credit Fears

The Santa Fe city again advertises bonds in The Bond Buyer, the second such attempt after a prior bid failed. About 4 million dollars of bonds are offered at four percent interest. The City Clerk opposes readvertising, arguing it could hurt credit, while the council pushes ahead to place the bonds on the open market despite concerns.

Santa Fe Snop Nonnia Ah Edutern Financial Paper Council Gies Ubie

Frazier Favored as Huts Prasier Weed Cutter

The item notes Prasier, on the city payroll, serving under Commissioner Frank Smyder in his department as a weed cutter. It indicates this is the third time Prasier has held the role or similar position within the city administration.

Huts Prasier Sania Frank Smyder Prezier

Sehiny Court to Resume Sessions on Friday Morning

The Sehiny court will resume its sessions on Friday morning after delays. Court work for the day will focus on daily duties with two sessions expected to complete the term. Horton Anniversary set for September 20 1901. Round trip fare offered. details from Abe Puller.

Waslinetos Horton Tult Abe Puller

Heating Plant Delayed As State House Rooms Grow Cold

Officials warn offices in the State House face cold weather until October 15 with no heat. Engineer Nooney proposes a plan to speed relief as the heating and lighting plant construction drags on, delaying power to dynamos and delaying full operation for months. State Treasurer H. Fr. Timmes has sought progress updates from Nooney as work stalls and weather grows cooler.

Michael Heery State House Eee Frank Fimmes al Nooney Mas George Clark Nooney

Rain falls across Kansas counties last week report

Weather bureau rain map shows weekly totals across Kansas with Crawford and Labette counties reporting notable inches while several others show varied precipitation. The data cover the week ending Saturday and indicate widespread rainfall across the state.

Weather Bureau Dows Kansas Seasho Crawford Labette Cheroker Hall

Dr Countermine Returns to Pulpit After Summer Vacation

The article notes Dr J D Countermine, pastor of the First Presbyterian Church, preaching in the morning and evening services after his summer vacation, with the congregation affected by his renewed presence and themes presented in the memorial services.

Deep Wolemsky Pontiuat Kit Weiner First Presbyterian Church Her J. D. Pountermine Presi- Beneak

Fragmented OCR Tale of Deeds and Death in Hendeite News

The read text mixes names and phrases about deeds, fame, and a fatal incident. It mentions a person named EB Munday, a lawyer from Hendeite, and a remark about a remedy for constipation. The passage appears as garbled OCR with scattered references and no clear single event.

EB Munday Awyer Hendeite

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