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Newspaper

Kansas City Star

Location

Kansas City, Missouri, United States of America

Date

Apr 28, 1908

Page

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Blues win seventh inning thriller over Senators in Columbus

In overcast conditions the Blues beat the Senators 7 to 6 to take the third game of the series. Swan started for Columbus but was replaced by Random in the seventh after the Senators tied the game, Geyer allowed two late runs, and Hall pitched the ninth. Cross and Kane were involved in the lineup and umpiring moment.

Swan Hrandom Jinning Blues Wig Columbus Senators Random Geyer Hall Sever Monte Cross Ross Crisp James Catching Secret Murphy Raidy Kihm Kruger Beckley James Brashear Kerwin Brahear Jaeger Cross Wrigley Dwell Hallman Rus Friel Erwin Congalton Murphy Odwell

Postponed Games In National League And American Association

In MLB action postponed games include St Louis at Cincinnati and Pittsburgh at Chicago. In the American Association Milwaukee visits Toledo. Aqueduct racing results list multiple races with winners and times. Madrileno and Swift headline first and third races.

St. Louis Cincinnati Pittsburg Chicago Milwaukee Toledo Aqueduct Madrileno Musgrave G. Burns District Dugan J. W. Kent Valierre Chipmunk Newbury Markham Boro Patriot Court Lady Low Lhart Apron Palm M. Henderson Vervane Carter Mawr McAfee Perseverance Bnight Rai Vace Sane Swift McDaniel CR. Dugan Relandy McCarthy Anyah Blandy Shaw Hyperion II Notter Tileing Alanda Donna Halket Berkeley Mazuma W. H. Carey Rockston Aust Thistle Belle Een Eleanor Y Beveryck Black Amie Coquetta Fontanel Donzella Visitation Cidental Opal Wair Lizzie Gold Slipper

Wind saves Kansas City from severe frost

A northwest wind of 30 miles an hour swept down the Missouri valley last night, preventing the temperature from dropping to freezing and sparing Kansas City and Northwest Missouri from a heavy frost. The lowest reading in town was above freezing while surrounding areas recorded as low as 26 degrees, with frost reported in Concordia Dodge City Springfield Missouri Wichita and St. Louis. Weather observer P Connor called it a piece of luck we ought to be thankful for.

Missouri Valley Kansas City Missouri Kansas Concordia Dodge City Springfield Wichita St. Louis P. Connor

Six Die in Michigan Interurban Wreck Near Ypsilanti

Six persons reported killed and twenty injured in a head on collision at 3 PM between two interurban trolley cars on the Detroit United Railway Artin Arbor branch near Ypsilanti Michigan. Several injured expected to die.

Detrort Mica Ypsilanti Artin Arbor Detroit United Railway

Weather forecast calls for continued cool with no rain

Partly cloudy and continued cool weather is forecast tonight and tomorrow. The forecast indicates no probability of rain tomorrow, while Kansas and Missouri expect similar conditions or light precipitation tonight.

Kansas Missouri Kansas City

Break in Mine Deadlock Over Independent Arbiter Plan

Operators and miners debated a new plan to appoint an independent referee by a twelve-member committee from districts 14 21 and 26 UMWA and Southwestern Coal Soares association. The proposed method requires approval by members and may be substituted by the committee. A vote was not held this morning with a decision expected later today. T. L. Lewis attended and participated in talks.

Coates House United Mine Workers of America Southwestern Coal Soares Association Operators’ Association T. L. Lewis

Gate City Bank Mead to Quit as President

Edward T. Orear will retire as president of Gate City Bank on May 1. Addison M. Clark will succeed him, with Orear selling part of his stock and remaining as a director. The bank, organized in 1906 at Twelfth and McGee, now holds about 600000 in deposits. Orear cites a desire for outdoor life and will spend summers at his Sweet Springs farm while overseeing business interests.

Edward T. Orear Gate City Bank Addison M. Clark Orear Clark Kansas City R. A. Long Crear Twelfth McGee Streets Sweet Springs Bank

Decide Against the Gloy ds in Walnut Street Ejectment Case

In Independence circuit court a jury ruled for Frederick Franck in an ejectment suit by Albert M. and F. E. Gloyd over a disputed five inch wide Walnut street strip and eleven inch rear boundary. The verdict stops plans for a ten story office building at 917 and 919 Walnut Street.

Walner Street Circuit Court Independence Albert M F. E. Gloyd Frederick Franck Walnut Street Franck

Skating Rink Manager Summoned Over Sunday Openings

S Waterman manager of a skating rink at Thirty-ninth and Main streets was summoned by the grand jury to testify this afternoon. He is expected to be questioned about keeping his rink open on Sundays. If he admits skating is allowed on the Sabbath he may close Sundays or face an indictment for violating Sunday labor laws.

S. Waterman Main Streets

Metropolitan Suit Seeks 10000 Damages for Child Injury

John Levens expressman from Forty third street and Woodlawn avenue sues the Metropolitan Street Railway for 10000 dollars claiming his three year old son was injured in October 1906 when a car jolted forward. The boy suffered a skull fracture and spinal injuries.

John Levens Forty-third Street Woodland Avenue Metropolitan Street Railway Company Brumback Circuit Court Levens

Campaign to discuss city government plan in Kansas City

A meeting will be held tomorrow night in Kansas City Kansas to discuss plans for an active campaign on the commission form of city government. The special election is set for June 2 with arrangements to schedule future meetings. Speakers from cities already using the form are expected to assist in the education campaign.

Kansas City Kas

Boiler Explosion on Britannia Injures Several Sailors

A wireless note reports a boiler explosion on the British battleship Britannia near Portsmouth injuring several crewmen. The vessel is expected to reach Portsmouth later this evening.

Portsmouth Britannia

Fire at Midland Elevator in Marysville Burns Manager

A Kansas fire damaged the Midland Elevator in Marysville. Manager Fred Cockerill was seriously burned on one arm while working in a bin near a lantern when an antern exploded. Firefighters battled the blaze as most of the elevator was destroyed.

Kansas Marysville Kas Midland Elevator Company Fred Cockerill Cockerill

Boomers Return to Kansas City from Tulsa Trip

Tulsa delegation of 113 business and professional leaders traveled 3334 miles through 16 states to Kansas City. The group, led by a Tulsa brass band, met at Union Depot, breakfasted at the Hotel Baltimore, and toured the board of trade and Elks clubrooms. They praised Kansas City as a model for Tulsa’s growth and education plans.

Kansas City W. E. Rhode Tulsa Oklahoma City Baltimore G. A. Aylesworth George W Curtis E. M. Clendening Charles Sachs West C. C. Magee Tulsa Board of Education Oklahoma D. L. Sleeper East A. Grant Evans Henry Kendall College Frank A. Faxon J. M. Greenwood Tulsans Board of Trade Elks The

Call for Government Money and Treasury Deposits Rise

The Secretary of the Treasury orders national banks to return 45 million dollars to the treasury with 20 million due May 9 and 25 million by May 23. Deposits in banks exceed last year’s level with over 200 million on hand, while the treasury net cash falls to under 50 million. The move aims to keep cash ready for crop moving next fall without disturbing the money market.

Washington Secretary of the Treasury Treasury

Theater indictments and bond posted after Grand Jury

The grand jury returned usual theater indictments this morning. Managers players and employees from last Sunday's performances posted bonds to Judge Wallace. He interrupted gubernatorial campaign duties to receive the report and arraignments. Wallace will travel to Marshall this afternoon for an address at the courthouse. The campaign continues through the week.

Grand Jury Bond Wallace Criminal Court Pirdae Allace Marshall Ourthouse

Bank Robbers Fail to Open Inner Safe in Lenexa Heist

Robbers blew the outer safe at Farmers State Bank Lenexa Kansas but left the inner safe intact containing most funds. Only $5 secured, first blast frightened them away. Bank discovered the break on opening day.

Farmers State Bank Lenexa Kas Kansas City

Colorado Delegation to Taft At Chicago Convention

A Colorado Republican state convention adopted a Taft at Chicago plank instructing the at large delegation to back William H. Taft for president. The event in Hot Springs Arkansas drew General Powell Clayton and C N Rix as leaders urged unity amid factional fights.

Puente Cor Chicago William S. Taft Clarence C. Hamlin Colorado Springs United States John F. Vivian Roosevelt Henry A. Buchtel William H. Taft Ohio Hot Sprines Ark Powell Clayton Mexico C. N. Rix Hot Springs Taft

Taft Endorsed by Fifth District Convention

The Fifth district Republican convention in Lafayette endorsed Roosevelt's administration and instructed delegates to vote for Taft during the Alabama event in Montgomery on April 28.

Taft Alabama Montgomery Ala Lafayette Roosevelt

Three Supers blowers captured after Jasper robberies

Three robbers blew open safes in Jasper and looted small amounts from local stores. Two men were arrested near Carthage after a handcar pursuit. a third member escaped. Victims included J D Harbur and R A Roberts stores, with minimal cash taken and a damaged cash register.

Jorptin Jasper Missouri Pacific Carthage Barney Parker William Weaver Kendricktown J. D. Harbur R. A. Roberts Webb Bros Wheat & Bishop Roberts

A Woman for Probate Judge in Mitch ell County

Governor Hoch appoints Mrs Levy Cooper probate judge pro tem to succeed her deceased husband making every Kansas county office held by a woman except district court judge. The state lists thirty women as county superintendents and other deputy roles. Miss Oala Henline and Miss Kate Johnson noted in county offices.

Torexa Seward County Kate Johnson Norton County

Judge Gray Declines $200,000 Salary Over President's Pay

Delaware judge George Gray refused a proposed head of a major insurance company because no citizen should earn more than the President. Judge Marvel of Wilmington relayed the tale at Princeton University's George Gray club gathering, noting the offered sum was $200,000 yearly though not officially disclosed.

Delaware Painceton N. J United States George Gray Gray Marvel

Cleveland Celebrates Free Streetcar Rides Across City

An official notice proclaims free streetcar rides in Cleveland as workers face wage cuts of one cent an hour under new directors. A city leader argues municipal control over street railways ensures public benefit and no private dividends, with fare funding and transfers under review.

Cleveland Electric Company

Cleveland Mayor Johnson Reflects on 3-Cent Car Fares Victory

Mayor Tom L. Johnson declares the 3-cent fare settlement a model for other cities. He says the achievement advances municipal problem solving and sets a path for future reforms amid ongoing battles over street controls.

Cleveland Adopts Three Cent Fares For Street Cars

The article reports Cleveland celebrating three cent fares and municipal control of streetcar lines. Directors and Mayor Johnson discuss transfers, pay as you enter cars, and wage adjustments for former Cleveland Electric Railway staff as the system shifts to city oversight.

Cleveland to get forty miles of new track and express streetcar service

Cleveland residents will gain faster transit as a municipal company plans four tracks on Superior avenue from the square to the eastern city limits with express service stopping only at the square Ninth street Fifty fifth street One Hundred and Fifth street and One Hundred and Fifty fifth street. A five track belt around the square and a steel four track viaduct will enable express routes and interurban service with five cent fares for outer districts and three cent fares inside the city.

Cleveland Collinwood Johnson Dupont Ninth Fourteenth Tenthtreets Clevetawn New Municipal Company Superior Avenue Public Square Cuyahoga River the Square Ninth Street Fifty-fifth Street One Hundred and Fifth Street One Hundred and East Cleveland Collingwood New York Subway Euclid Beach Park Sonoma

M A Low in Kansas City on Railroad Business

M A Low of Topeka and vice president and general counsel of the Chicago Rock Island Pacific railroad arrives in Kansas City for meetings. The dispatch notes his role and current travel on industry business.

M. A. Low Topeka The Chicao, Rock Island & Pacific Railroad Kansas City

Two State Contests At Democratic National Delegates Fight

Delegates gather to name twenty four Democratic delegates at the national convention amid rivalries between James Smith Jr and Robert Davis. Smith leads with an uninstructed stance while Davis backs Bryan and wants instructed delegates. Howard Carrow chosen as new national committeeman to succeed William Gourley. In New Haven the convention opens with quiet expectations as opposition to instruction grows and the platform likely remains noncommittal.

Trenton N. J James Smith, Jr Robert Davis Smith Denver Davis William J. Bryan Howard Carrow William J. Gourley New Fiaven Conn State Central Committee

Hearing Highlights Dispute Over Paper Prices and Mills

Washington reports John Norris of the New York Times testifying before a House special committee on paper and wood pulp, focusing on mill shutdowns to curb competition. He cited Hearst and Times price figures, noted Hearst's lack of sympathy for the inquiry, and disputed claims of majority abuse during the session.

Washington John Norris The New York Times House Special News Norris Hearst Mann Mr. Norris Rophet Williams

New York Bomb Thrower Dead After Failed Attack

Selig Silverstein, an anarchist who tried to throw a bomb at policemen in Union Square, died from injuries after the bomb exploded prematurely. His companion was killed. Police say he confessed to manufacturing the device to target officers after being beaten days earlier.

New York Selig Silverstein Union Square Silverstein Robert Hunter

Woman Goes Free From Ohio Prison at 70

Nettie Mc Dennis, the oldest woman inmate at the Ohio penitentiary, completed a three year term for embezzlement after being sent from Oklahoma at 76. She previously served two years for forgery and will return to her home near Tahlequah Oklahoma.

Columbus Nettie McDennis Oklahoma Tahlequah, Ok

Light frosts cause minor garden damage in early April notes

Reports from Kansas and Missouri towns record very light frost with limited harm. In Anment Kas and Winrteto Kas frosts caused minimal damage while Mexico Mo saw slight damage to garden truck and fruit due to heavy cloud cover and a 33 degree reading.

Anment Kas Winrteto Mexico

Ex-President Grover Cleveland Improving at New Jersey Hospital

Reports from Laxewood New Jersey say Grover Cleveland is slowly recovering his health and may be moved to his Princeton home within a week. He remains at the Laycees hotel with limited access for close friends and staff.

Laxewood N. J Grover Cleveland Princeton Norte Bete Vas Jose Cleveland Laycees

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