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Newspaper
Topeka State Journal
Location
Topeka, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 30, 1903
Page
4
A rail rate dispute involves Rock Island and connections to St Paul Minneapolis and Chicago. The Interstate Commerce Commission faces a hard explanation as Rock Island plans to act, with concerns over shorter routes and higher fares for riders to Chicago and nearby towns.
A Texas rail industry dispute features a railroad official attacking conditions and damages claims. The aggressive suit targets Galveston Harrisburg New Orleans and other lines, with figures cited and rebuttals offered by opposing counsel.
Fragmentary OCR reads as an advertisement for a general toning remedy promising digestion relief and weight gain. It claims a money-back guarantee if unsatisfied, urging readers to try the product with a promise of refunds and testimonials, while asserting improvements in appetite and digestion.
Patent medicine advertisement touts Dr Kilmer Swamp-Root as a cure for kidney and bladder troubles and other ailments. It promises rapid relief from pain and urination issues and notes free samples by mail while urging readers to mention reading the state journal.
A case records divergent client statements after a vehicle incident. Lawyers present petitions and testimony that sharply differ from earlier versions, with parties ending up in court despite initial blame avoidance and apparent injury. The contradictions reveal misalignment between the alleged facts and sworn statements.
From San Francia to Humboldt County progress is described on the Belver east side survey for a new road. Surveys aim to compare river route advantages while winter slows work and completion slips to mid next month. California Northwest extends northward progress while White's contract ten miles north faces relay delays.
The Wabash terminus will resume work today on a west Osage river sidings construction for the Kansas City extension. The St Louis to Kansas City line is slated for completion around May 7 next year with through traffic expected to face no major barriers. Passenger trains will use Union Station in St Louis via Forsythe Junction, with future through routes planned to avoid bottlenecks. Freight connections with Rock Island yards and North Wisconsin lines will be established through the terminal belt. Officials announce a potential Frisco connection early next year. The project promises a double track and several service improvements.
R L Whochett, ill president and general manager of the Frisco railway, arrived in New York to attend a conference with St Louis and San Francisco and Rock Island executives. Reports say consolidation of transportation departments may place Winchell at the helm, advancing him within the Frisco company.
Denver capital iWin owns the railroad and claims a new national record for the United States. The Wichita Valley line runs from Wichita Texas on the Colorado and South frelo Serrour, about a mile and a half, with one injury listed for the past year and no compensation payouts in over two years. Ownership shows 34 people hold no shares, Morgan Jones of Denver holds all stock, while Katy changes are noted and Frank Jolovon is appointed secretary with headquarters in St.
The Rock Island begins ballast work at Urack with white stone between Herington and surrounding area. A large force of men is mobilized, with progress expected to finish before the end of November. Crews at Herington and nearby locations will continue the improvement effort.
Fragmentary notes describe a Marion scene with crushed money and cleaner appearing tracks. No weeds or grass can grow between the items, suggesting an unusual condition or event.
The Omaha Commercial Club plans to press rail officials to connect Nebraska with the Rock Island line to create a route from Louisville to McFarland via the brent cattle country. It argues a direct Omaha link would speed Texas cattle to market, bypass Kansas City delays, and benefit wholesale and grain dealers. The club may pursue meetings and letters to officials and examine other possible lines like Janeen to Herington or Louisville to Herington.
Bent 30 W H H Dickerson general manager and WwW W Sylverier first vice president of the Mexico Orient railroad head a party of Azteca officials who passed through Kansas City bound for El Reno Oklahoma for a hunting season. The region west and south of El Reno offers abundant quail and prairie chickens and the party is well equipped for a lengthy excursion.
Denver land agent Griffin of the Union Pacific works with an Afro-American club at Galena to found a negro colony in Wallace county Kansas. The deal offers low payments for settlers who will govern the town and public offices. A thriving colony exists at Nicodemus, Graham county. The Wallace county settlement aims mainly at wheat and cattle.
Purdy, long serving railroad agent at Wellington Kasney, resigns after years of strong service. He accepted a better position at Guinier yesterday, leaving a city whose business has grown with the railroad's traffic and Purdy’s ready pursuit of opportunities.
Galveston Texas September 30 Robert Boneall 44 years old a Santa Fe land department employee killed himself Tuesday The cause cited was despondency over the death of his wife He left a note telling his brother in law Charles Steyn Denver to take shame of his death and about dollars all looking alike The report notes amusement at people writing railways offices about premiums for the 1884 dollar hearing date and adds a line about a man from Surgo writing to J P Elmer
A traveling man praises Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a crucial aid for digestion and stamina. He credits regular use with preventing indigestion, headaches, and discomfort while away from home, noting affordable cost and strong results. He rejects patent medicine skepticism by citing personal improvement and reliability.
A partial excerpt reflects on Chicago monetary practices around 1854, comparing local coinage and broader regional patterns. The legible text hints that Chicago’s money system followed common trends of the era, with no unique divergence evident in the fragment.
St Paul Minn Sept 36 President Charles S Mellen of the Northern Pacific confirmed his resignation. He said he will leave the system and regrets the necessity. It is reported he will become president of the New York New Haven in October and assume duties on October 31. The Northern Pacific successor remains unsettled with various names discussed.
The Interstate Commerce Commission met today to cancel the investigation into William Randolph Hearst's charges against coal carrying railroads. Railroads' counsel asked for time to submit documentary evidence. Chairman Knapp said he would confer with absent members before possibly taking further testimony. Counsel for railroads said a later motion to dismiss would be made on Hearst’s lack of standing. Hearing adjourned.
A 20 mile extension from Pittsburg Kansas to Joplin Missouri is planned by the Santa Fe. Surveying is underway and construction is expected to begin soon as a result of increased traffic from Parsons and mining districts. Railroad officials announce timekeeping improvements and conductor cooperation with dispatchers to maintain schedules. Local staff updates include malaria illness, personnel trips, and upcoming performances by Richard Circle's company in Topeka. Special excursion rates announce rail fare promotions for Kansas and Oklahoma points tied to the American Royal Show and International Live Stock Association exposition in Chicago. New time table changes affect the Southern Kansas division due to Havana Caney track work, altering connections formerly via Missouri Pacific.
Rail travel advertisement lists fares to multiple cities including Billings Montana 718.85 to Livingston Hinsdale Helena Portland Seattle Tacoma Victoria and Vancouver with November 30 travel deadline. Contact Geo. W. Ses TP A West 8th Street Kansas City for full information.
Chicago September 30 Mayor Harrison says the city is full of graft both big and small and that in his remaining months he will seek to clean out many departments. He notes suspicions are not proofs and civil service protections limit immediate dismissals while claiming the police force holds numerous suppressed corruption cases.
Word from a bedside dinner hosted by Congressman Campbell signals Jeremy’s possible backing of Furian if candidates prove honest. A fusionist push seeks clear pledges from Grout and Fornes on board support, with a plan to drop their names from the ticket if unsatisfied. A decisive conference, led by Fur Union leaders, is set for Wednesday at Edward Lauterbach’s office to decide next steps.
In Columbus on Sept 29 Chairman Dick of the Republican state committee announced a slate of outside speakers for Ohio campaigns. Notables include Congressman F E Burkett Nebraska, H S Boutell Illinois, J P Dolliver Iowa, W P Hepburn Iowa, J F Lacey Illinois, J M Miller Kansas, and other federal officials and ex-senators scheduled to participate.
A Bermuda Herald dispatch from Hamilton says the hurricane struck Monday, reaching 100 mph. Severe seas and debris-filled streets caused terror. one death reported as George Harris crushed by a falling wall in St. George's. Hundreds of homes damaged and roofs lost. island economy hit with thousands in pounds in losses.
Relatives of Alphonse J Stephani convict in Dannemora for murder file a petition in the New York supreme court seeking to place a $100,000 fortune attributed to the prisoner in trust for his heirs. Stephani killed Attorney Reynolds in Reynolds Office twelve years ago amid a quarrel over his father’s estate. He was convicted of murder in the second degree. Piso’s Cure-99 years of disease the market admits the begs for coughs and cols.
Train offer shows Wichita to Santa Fe round trip $5.16 with return by October 2. Account fair and races referenced. Tickets not sold after September 27. slim return by October 5 implied.
Testimonies from Alice Glassey and Mrs Murry Miller praise Peruna for catarrh and related female ailments. Claims of rapid relief after multiple bottles and urges readers to write Dr Hartman for advice at the Hartman Sanitarium in Columbus Ohio.
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