IMPORTANT CHANGES DURING THE YEAR. 1. All extensions of road put in operation: Between Edgerton Junction, Mo., and Leavenworth, Kas., the line has been changed to gain access to new bridge over Missouri river, lengthening line 18 mile. To the length of the main line has been added mile, account of error in previous measurement. 4. All leases taken or surrendered: This company has ceased operating trains over the Union Pacific railway between Lincoln, Neb., and Beatrice, Neb., 49 miles. 7. All new bonds issued: $565,000 extension and collateral bonds have been issued, $40,000 of which was account of new equipment and $525,000 account of moneys advanced to Chicago, Rock Island & Texas Rly. Co., and secured by an equal amount of that company's bonds held as collateral; $1,300,000 30-year debenture bonds have been issued. CONTRACTS, AGREEMENTS, ETC., AFFECTING BUSINESS. 1. The United States Express Company runs over all lines operated by this company, for which they pay a specified annual rental. 2. The government pays a specified amount per mile per annum, based on weight of mails and regulations imposed by Congress and the post-office department. 3. Sleeping cars are owned jointly by this company and the Pullman Palace Car Company; earnings are divided equally between the companies. Dining cars are owned and operated by this company. 7. The Western Union Telegraph Company owns and operates the telegraph lines used by this company. This company furnishes operators, and receives a portion of earnings. |