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The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01
OKLAHONIA HEADS LIST.
Leads Southern States in Projected /
Railway Mileage.


Railway Mileage.
Railroad construction and extension
work appears to be as actively in
progress in the southern states as in
any other section of the country. It
now is questionable if that territory
viii not have the record for the year.
During the first four months of the
year there were 104 new corporations
organized and chartered in the south,
with an avowed purpose of building
western states are included. so that
Missouri, Indian Territory and Okla
hona may be embraced in the list, the
total number of new companies viii
be raised to 120 and the total new
mileage TO 11,515-
Oklahoma appears to be most active
in this direction. Ten new companies
have been Incorporated there. the
plans Of which include the construc-
ton of 3.2TS miles of new road. OF
this however. a considerable part will
be outside the limits of the territory.
louisiana comes next with fourteen
new companies and projected new
ever. win be outside the state boun-
darfes. Texas has to be credited with
eight companies and a new mileage of
LOTS. In none of the other states or
territories viii new construction exceed
1000 miles.
In the entire territory embraced only
three or four companies have been
formed for the purpose of extending
existing systems. All the others are for
the creation OF entirely new lines. The
largest enterprise in the list is that in
Oklahoma of the Canadian Midland
railway. chartered to build a road from
Kansas City to FL Paso, with a total
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01

foremost Of y B1
a - a hAb me b Haud ana aI CONF
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01
FOR A c. B. 8 Q. ENTRANCE.
Onicials of Road in Kansas City Going
Over Several Plans.

Kansas City, Mo, June 1.-Ohcials
Of the Chicago, Burlington & Quincy
road have been in Kansas City for the
last day or two. They are going over
the plans for the entrance of the Bur
lfngton tracks to the Union passenger
station to be built on the south side.
Two or three plans are under consid-
Grafton. one involving the present en-
trance over the Hannibal bridge with
a double track elevated right of way
along the west bluffs to a connection
with the Kansas City Belt line tracks
at Broadway or the Southwest boule-
ward.
Another entrance that is talked of is
over the Chicago, Milwaukee & St.
Paul bridge from Randolph. The west
bottoms plan is generally considered
the most favora bly,
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01

fifty miles out from Hutchinson and
was oiling at that point where a stop
was made That night it was learned
that this ring belonged TO helper IN
the round house here and that he had
careIessly laid it on the cross beam
when the engine was in the round
house. It had stayed where he put it
during the fifty mile run.
This shows that the track of the
Santa Fe branch through this part of
the country is pretty fair. when it
won't shake ring of the engine in
ride of fifty miles.
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01
PENNsYLvANIA's ROSTER.
One One-hundredth of Country's
Population supported by Road.

There are 1913, 600 persons employed
by the Pennsylvania road in its lines
east of Pittsburg and Erie. according
to a statement issued from the Office
of superintendent Spencer Meade of
the company's voluntary relief depart
ment On the lines west of Pittsburg
and Erie. there are between 10000 and
so 900 employees, thus making for the
entire Pennsylvania system a roll of
100000 Pennsylvania system en-
ployes and those dependent on them
for support constitute about one one
hundredth of the country's population.
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01

north and south lines in Texas to the
Gulf will compete with the Houston
& Texas Central and the result
would practically mean the 21z-
cent rate per mile. There are
men who tonight argue hat-the
railroads will be better off in ac-
cepting a ? II cent rate per mile at the
hands of the commission than to risk
a larger general reduction at the
hands of the next legislature
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01

situation should be let alone until the
railroads are compelled to take action
or until some one adjusts the rates for
them. With Chicago pulling for one
thing, Kansas City, Omaha and st.
Joseph for another. and St Louis for
a third adjustment, different from the
others. the railroads are. they believe,
in a difficult position at this time to
take action.
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01
wEsTERN I1NEs PERPLExED.
Threat of Missouri River Jobbers
Seems to Worry Them

Chicago June 1.-The threat of the
jobbers on the Missouri river 10
throw all their traffic to certain lines
unless there is a re-adjustment- OF
rates in western territory has ena-
phasized the fact that the rate situa-
tion west of Chicago never presented
a more difficult problem There are
traffic men who believe that the en-
tire rate fabric vest of Chicago o.
St. Louis should undergo a readjust-
fnent speedily. and before q commits
sion or a court con1Dels action. There
are others who believe thar the rate
The Topeka state journal., 1906-06-01
RING on ENGINE Cross BEAM.
Stayed There During a Run of Fifty
Miles

Hutchinson. kan. June 1.-Some
days ago Engineer johnson, who runs
on the Santa Fe branch passenger
train which leaves here each morning,
found a gold ring lying on the cross
beam of the engine when he was about
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

o'clock Sunday afternoon will also be
held.
| DR.. Elijah Brown Jones, at the Bap-
fist. will speak on Shall We Believe
the Miracles?'' at his morning service.
In the evening his subject will be Il
Will Arise and Go" or The Matter
Settled"
TESTS of Spirituality will be Rev.
Zeno III. Doans morning subject at the
Friends church. In the evening MI.
Doan will speak on The Christians
Hidden Future
AT the Presbyterian Rev. Clyde w.
McCord will take as his morning SUB
ject, Endurance" In the evening
he will give the second of his series
on Gods Heroes, "Savanarola
At st. Paul's Episcopal church serV-
ices will be held at 1880 and 1880. NO
afternoon service from now until Palm
Sunday. Rev. James will begin Sun
day morning Il series of sermons TO
young people on DESTINY.
Dean A NJ. Haggard. of the Bible
department of Drake University. Des
Moines, will occupy the pulpit OF the
Christian church both morning ana
evening
Rev. John Hadley formerly pastor
OF the LeGrand Friends church. and
who has recently be1n connected with
the Christian Workers Training
School will preach at the association
on next Sunday afternoon.
Mr. and Mrs. l.. e. Lurvey will con-
duct the meeting at Helping Hand mis-
sion Sunday afternoon at 8 o'clock.
Rev. A. d. Allen will preach at 7:SO.
At Pentecostal mission Rev. Edgar
p Ellyson will talk on Eradication
and Suppression" or THE carnal and
tn. Human" the fourth of series Of
talks on sanctitication.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
At the Churches.

Sunday will be observed as Patriot
ic Day" by the Congregational church
and Sunday school. At 1880 the pas
tors sermon will be on the topic, "The
Father and Savior of Our Country.
and George Washington and Abraham
Lincoln, His Servants" At IL o'clock
patriotic program will be given by
the members of the Sunday school, At
I: 80 the choir, assisted by the Imperial
Male Quartet of Chicago. which is to
be in the city for the day. will give a
musical program
"Growth" will be the morning subject
of Rev. Merle N. Smith at the NJ. B.
church. In the evening Mr.. Smiths
subject will be Realms of Power"
At the State street United Evangel-
ical Rev. j. B. Meloy will preach in
the morning on "Our Helper" evening,
"Christ and the Fig Tree" Following
the morning sermon there will be a re-
ception of members. A service at 8
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
To NV Friends.

Lacking four months l have been
doing business at the Old Reliable
Drug Store for forty years. They have
been years of generous treatment from
my customers and friends and wish in
this public way to express to them
my appreciation of their patronage
and friendship. Those associations
cherish more deeply than printed
words can express. 1t has seemed
best to relieve myself of part of the
burdens of business and although with
much regret l have decided to close
out the old stand. / shall continue
my store in the Pilgrim Hotel block
and will be pelased to serve my old
customers and friends, as we'll as new
ones, to the best of my ability at the
new stand With best wishes for all
/ remain. Your truly,
CHAS. ]. LANDER,
Old Reliable Druggist.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
WEBS BROTHERS Ex-wIFE.
Man From Davis County Gets License
to Marry His Former Sister-ln-Law.

Man From DAVIS County Gets License
to Marry His Former Sister-ln-Law.
For the purpose of marrying his
former sister-in-law, his brothers wife
prior to ten days ago, from whom the
brother was divorced in Jasper county
a man giving The name of Alexander
w. Breckenridge. of Floris, Davis
county, applied to Clerk of Courts
Lounsberry Friday. The suspicion OF
the clerk was aroused when the bride
to-be gave her name as Mrs. Annie M.
breckenridge also of Floris. and the
license was refused until the circum-
stances were explained and the state
ment verified. The prospective groom
explained that his intended wife was
formerly the wife of his brother, and
to prove the statement Mr.. Lounsberry
got the clerk of the Jasper county
court. at Newton, on the phone. That
official said Mr.. Breckenridge and his
We're divorced about ten days ago. but
the cause for the divorce was not
stated. Mr.. Breckenridge gave his oc-
cupation as farmer and his age as
26 years. The bride said she was 25
years old. Justice S. r. Peek perform
ed the ceremony at his office Friday
afternoon.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
LOOKING FOR HIS SON.
Rev. w. P. Robertson, of Taintor, Here
Seekinq John Robertson.


Rev w p. Robertson. of Taintor,
pastor of the Friends church at sugar
Creek. four miles north of Lynnville,
spent the day in the city. coming 10
see If he could find his son. John
Robertson. young man "a years OF
age. who has not been heard from IN
two weeks. Rev. Mr. Robertson
thought that perhaps the man wanted
for the forgery of check passed on
w. T. Scott, of the postoffice. might
be his son, but after investigating is
satisfied that he was not. The descrfp-
ton of the forger, as given in the T.
r.. talles somewhat with that of John
Robertson.
MIR. Robertson's son is "a years OF
age. married, and has one child. lie
left his home on Friday February 2,
for the purpose of going to Grinneil
to see Henry Faulkner. farmer liv-
ing six miles southeast of Grinnell.
who was wanting a farm hand. the
conductor of the Iowa Central train
says that a young man answering
Robertson's description got Off the
train at Grinnell, but Mr.. Faulkner
says he never visited his place.
Mrs. Robertson knew of her nus
bands plans and expected him home
the following Monday He did not
return, and nothing has been heard
from him. The father is unable to as
sign any reason for his disappearance
unless it is that he has met with foul
play. He says the young man is of
good habits, does not drink, and that
his home life has always been most
happy.
Rev. Robertson describes his son as
being about five feet, six inches tall,
and weighing between 140 and 150
pounds, with full, smooth face. He is
inclined to be what is commonly
termed, "pop-eyed,' and has Roman
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
Notice.

All my prescriptions were saved
from the fire, and will be on file at my
Pilgrim Drug Store. Everyone wanting
prescription reflled please telephone
send or bring. and they will receive
prompt and accurate attention.
CHAS. j. LANDER,
Old Reliable Druggist.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Banquet tickets are now on sale at
each of the four banks and with the
following officers and directors of the
association, w. HI. Burrows, o. L. In
gledue, L. G. Abbott, e. r. Lay, S. w
LaShelle, B. w. Sinclair, B. A. Morgan
and Mcdonald & Mahood Prices
s1.o0. Banquet at Pilgrim s: 80 p. M,
February %.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

nose. When las: seen he was wear
ing stiff hat, e. black coat and vest,
red and green sweater gray trousers
and brown overCoat.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Seventy young people were present
at the dance given by crowd of girls
at the Odd Fellows hall Friday night
A fine time was enjoyed. Ferguson's
orchestra furnished the music.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
MISCELLANEOUS.

Exchange--24o acres in Pipestone
county, Mimi. 100 acres in Cass coun-
ty, North Dakota. to exchange fek' city
property. j. G. Hollingsworth, los East
Main.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Mrs. w. E. Tomlinson and Miss
Sara Nichols, of Wenatchee, Wash,
arrived in the city this morning and
went to Minerva. being summoned by
a telegram announcing the critical ILL
ness of their father, Thomas Nichols.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Miss Lillian Pegg, of vinton, is in
the city, at the home of her sister, Mrs
F. H. Wiley, 206 North Fifth avenue
and will attend business college.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Hear Rev. John Hadley at the r. r.
Y. NJ G. A. tomorrow at $3.50 on "The
Trial of Jesus from the Preachers
Standpoint" Mandolin music before
the meeting. Secretary Fellingham
will give three more talks on "The
Closing Events of Christ's Ministry"
beginning at 2:45.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

The Mission Study Class of St
Pauls church will be entertained by
Mrs. w. P. James Monday afternoon
at 3 O'Clock.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Misses Florence Mason and Gertrude
Jay went to State Center Friday even
ing, where they were guests at a
Martha Washington party given by
Miss Gertrude West. They remained in
State Center today as Miss Vests
guests
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

We make specially of oyster stews
Also short orders. Henry Sundel!
North Center street
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

midas history and philosophy by
Professor Kershaw at Carnegie library
hall tonight, February II at o'clock.
Admission % cents.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Mr.. Henry Willard agent for Rue
ben in New York" was in the city
Friday.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

We have several machines that have
been rented but a short time and are
as good as new. We will sell them at
half price and less. Singer Sewing
Machine Company, 1O7 East Main.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Go to Kinks rink Monday night, and
see the boys catch the wild pig on
skates. The one who catches the pig
gets $500.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

$3.50 via the c. & ~ n w. Ry., Feb
ruary II and is to Chicago and return,
Tickets good to return on or before
February 25
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

1ooS itiSHt . CIOWu DIT the DdSe Odl
4 fair, which closes at Finkles hall
Monday night, was the largest of the
week, and the receipts exceeded Those
of any previous night. There will be
plenty of fun and amusement at the
fair tonight, and there will be a coun-
| Gilman elected from each ward There
| will doubtless be big crowd tonight
and standing room will probably be in
| demand, so come early to be sure of
1 getting a place.
| There are a great many clothes
shops, but none exactly like ours We
buy only the best of fabrics and sci.
them at very reasonable prices. You
never hear of a customer being dis
satisfied with suit he buys at or,
emporium, because 1t is always right.
| It requires experience and skill to
please all customers, but we come as
near doing it as is possible. When in
need of a suit or anything in the way
of tailored clothes call and see u.s.
Tony Psenicka.
Mr.. and Mrs. Thomas Bishop and
little son, who have been in the city
over year, while Mr.. Bishop has had
charge of the work of government in
spector during the construction of the
new federal building left yesterday for
Philadelphia, where they expect to re-
side permanently. Before their depar-
ture Mr. Bishop was presented by the
parish Of st. Paurs church a beauti-
full three branch candelabrum, as a
token of the appreciation the parish
holds for his services as chorister dur
ing his stay in the city.
The annual social affair of the Lotus
Club was enjoyed Friday evening at the
home of Mr.. and Mrs. D. S. Nancy,
405 West State street, in the shape of
colonial banquet. served to the mem
bers. their husbands and one other
guest The rooms were prettily dec
grated with the national colors and tiny
frecrackers, the anniversary of Wash
ington's birth being the central idea
The guests We're received by George
and Martha. impersonated by Fred
Sparks and June Meredith, and the
members of the entertaining commit
tee. Mesdames j. A. Off, E. R. Cor
nell, A. w. Head and D. S. Nancy,
were attired In the costumes of Pur-
itan maidens. On each table was a
Washington pie, made of red, white
and blue crepe, and containing caps
of the same colors, as favors. To each
of the caps were attached red ribbons,
! leading to the places. Partners for
| the four-course dinner which was
served at Z O'clock. were secured thru
lconundrums, the gentlemen drawing
the questions and the ladies the an
| swers. The menu was novel in that it
had to be solved. A part of the Cres-
cent Mandolin Club played during the
dinner hour, and the after dinner hours
We're enjoyed with games. Mrs. Mary
Farrand was the only guest aside from
the husbands of-the members.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Now is the time to get your selec-
ton of rugs in all sizes and all grades.
We have been receiving large shipment
for the last month and can now show
you the most complete line of new rugs
in the city, The D. c. Wilbur store.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Try one of those Is cent meals at
Henry Sundell's cafe, North Center
street
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

DR.. Lierle, eye, ear, nose and throat.
Evening office hours Saturday only.
Sundays by appointment.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

"Val' RAIDER a well-known Laurel
farmer, was on the Chicago market
Thursday with load of good hogs.
The consignment averaged 24O pounds,
and brought Sails.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

$3.50 via the c. & N. N. W. Ry., Feb
ruary II and IS to Chicago and return
Tickets good to return on or before
February o.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

| $3.50 via the C. & N. n. w. Ry.. Feb
ruary IL and is to Chicago and return,
Tickets good to return on or before
February 25.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

| Part of my store for rent. at West
| Main street. Liebig.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
TOO LATE TO CLASSIFY


For Sale - have some good houses
and lots we'll located in city and will
offer my farms, as we wish to sell ev-
erything. Can sell on terms to suit
buyer. Farm of 100 acres four miles
from city, 225 to 215 acres four and
one-half miles. This is 800 land, will
offer it at 1888 per acre if sold soon.
J. NJ. Hughes, 500 North Fourth street.
For Sale =. House rooms, lot Ask
1870 feet, good barn, five blocks from
court house, must sell. See me quick.
j. c. Hollingsworth, 10S East Main.
For Sale House rooms lot COX
$50. barn. four blocks from Main
street. bargain if taken inside of d
week j. c. Hollingsworth, 10S East
Main.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Don't fail to witness the pig contest
at Kinks rink Monday night. 1t will
be the most exciting event of the sea-
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

For Rent All or part of the old
Masonic hall over. the d. c. Wilbur
Company's store. Will arrange the
hal Ito suit tenant. Steam heat #
wanted Whitton & Whitehead.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Call up the Marshalltown Steam Dye
Works when you have any cleaning,
dyeing, pressing or repairing. and your
work will be done satisfactory 102
South First avenue, both phones. Out
of town orders will receive prompt at
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
Gaaes'Repnblt1ll.
THE CITY IN BRIEF

Chamberlain, optometrist.
Band at Kinks rink tonight.
>4~-
DR.. Jay, physician ,.::d surgeon.
DR. Billiard osreoparn. Is East Main
Don't forget Professor Kershaw at
library lecture tonight.
Base ball fair tonight and Monday
night at Finkle's hall.
Farm loans at 5 per cent. No delay
Marshall County Abstract and Loan
Co.
Mr.. and Mrs. Ed p Miller, of 203
North Fourth street, are the parents
of daughter, born Friday.
Don't go hungry when you can buy
one of the best meals in the city at
Henry Sundell's for Is cents.
Don't fail to witness the pig contest
at Kinks rink Monday night 1t will
be the most exciting event of the sea-
son.
For Sale-Bargain: Hotel Hubbard;
Hubbard, Iowa; good paying property.
j. L. harrington Guardian, Iowa Falls,
Iowa.
Go to Kinks rink Monday night, and
see the boys catch the wild pig on
skates. The one who catches the pig
gets $500.
n n
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

$3.50 via the c. & N. N w. Ry., Feb
ruary II and Is to Chicago and return,
Tickets good to return on or before
February %.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Base ball fair tonight and Monday
night at Finkle's hall.
Wanted-Good girl for general house
work. Mrs. e. w. Jay, S12 West Linn
street
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Go to o. e. Tuttles for fine watch
and clock repairing
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Have you seen the line of carpets
and lineoleums at the d. G. Wilbur
store? We are showing some very
fine pieces this year as to quality and
PATTERNS
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Don't forget Professor Kershaw on
India, tonight, Assembly hail. Carne-
gle library, corner of Center and State.
Admission 25 cents.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

Licensed to Wed.
Curtis Connolly, farmer. aged a.
and Eva D. Colyer, aged 10 both OF
Baxter
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

The G. L. S. c. department of the
Women's Club will meet with Mrs.
Benjamin Packer, Ill South First
street, Monday afternoon.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

C. A. West has purchased the stock
of electrical supplies of E. l.. Wilson,
224 East Main street, and is receiving
new goods daily. He is prepared to do
all kinds of telephone, electrical and
gas work promptly, and solicits your
orders
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

D. A Collision. dentist, fremont
block
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17

They have come direct from Japan
and China-the fine line of mattings
at the D. C. Wilbur store and you
ought to see the values and patterns.
Evening times-Republican. [volume] (Marshalltown, Iowa) 1890-1923, 1906-02-17
Miss Index call at $50.
DR.. Ward, Osteopathic Physician.

DR.. Burkhart. osteopath so2 w Main.