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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 01, 1909
Page
1
Dr. Frederick van Eeden arrives in Lawrence to lecture at the University chapel for a week. The opening talk on Happy Humanity explores mind based disease control, with free admission. He plans 4:30 pm sessions, covering Treating Disease by Mental Suggestion and Dutch literature.
Topeka April 1 The state will collect revenue under the new inheritance statute from the death of Hezekiah Wade of Parsons. Wade left about 100000 dollars with nephews and nieces as closest relatives. The exact state share is not fixed but expected near five percent as tax officials continue to prepare a schedule.
A fire at the military prison in Leavenworth last night caused about 40,000 in damage, with 800 convicts moved to safety and guards surrounding them. The blaze started likely in the tailor shop and spread to the central industrial area before being controlled. no serious injuries. The War Department will appoint a board to investigate the fire and water service.
Federal officers arrest Carroll Gates of Los Angeles on charges tied to opium and related drugs amid a longstanding land fraud indictment. The April arrest follows a federal case from Oklahoma alleging involvement in fraud schemes. Gates maintains innocence and cites medical use exemptions in the drug laws.
A four month shutdown in Oklahoma oil fields to take effect today follows a midcontintent producers' pledge. The move, tied to overproduction concerns and new legislation, stems from an agreement reached in Sedalia Missouri and involves a 40 percent pledge by producers toward the section.
Detm ore Kansas reports about eight inches of snow with wheat damage but moisture should help remaining crops. In other news Jerry Robinson released from jail after attempting to kill Pinky Estell. Babe Spencer also bailed out. Jefferson City Mo defeats local option in House. Jack Johnson fined 200 for longstanding charges. St Louis man arrested for swindling Newport Ark case. Wall paper advertised by Stevenson's.
The Kansas University board of regents begins a session noted by the arrival of two first term members Senator E. F. Cambern of Erie and C. F. Foley of Lyons both influential in state affairs. Foley as minority leader marks a historic cross party appointment to the KU regents. The meeting also covers a major reorganization in the College of Liberal Arts and Sciences giving Dean Tem plin broader powers over faculty appointments course offerings and program changes.
News item reports Oklahoma National Guardsmen reducing Creek Indian tensions, two to three chiefs still at large, a farmer wounded near Hickory Camp, and five prisoners sent to Henryetta. U.S. Forest Service to intensify prairie dog control on Arizona and New Mexico ranges using poisoned wheat distributed by stockmen and government officers.
The habeas corpus petition of K. G. Mullens of New Mexico, jailed with Kt. M. Niebola in Corydon on charges tied to a 5000 dollar fraud, is denied. The report notes wheat shipments from Albuquerque to national forests in Arizona and New Mexico, outlining quantities, areas, and costs. mentions law actions, local notices, and various unrelated local items and ads from Lawrence, Kansas, circa 1909.
Dayton residents and Mr. Laming reached a morning agreement on local and freight rights for the interurban project. The two electric line committees plan to meet tonight to finalize franchise details after weeks of delay. Patrick Hirsch is slated to visit April 6 to prepare contract figures, with Leslie A. Shaw coordinating in Kansas City. Efforts focus on shifting the council meeting to tonight for decisive action.
A damaged dispatch reports the French steamer Jules Hen in the oil trade between Philadelphia and France exploded after unloading, killing twelve crew and wounding many. The vessel was nearly destroyed as the hold was being inspected.
Kansas City markets show April Lawrence wheat receipts 23 cars May 1145 cash and Sept 143ge with No 2 red and No 2 white oats and Timothy at 10 20 50. Butter creamery 20c. Cattle receipts 3 000 natives and cows, stockers and feeders around 5 0 6. Receipts 11 000 hogs heavy around 6 0 9 7 14 and packers 6 05. Chicago May wheat 1.20, July 1.07 percent, December 1.04. Corn May 67 34 cents, oats May 54 4 cents, pork May 17 72 for May and 10 05 for Lard May. Livestock receipts 4 000 steers 7 10, cows and heifers 3 90 5 85, stockers 3 50. hog receipts 10 000.
The Zeppelin airship bearing Count Zeppelin aboard was driven off course by strong winds and lost control. Soldiers pursued the craft in automobiles as it drifted over the countryside, but it eventually landed safely northeast of Munich after about eleven hours aloft. The crew included Major Sperleg and several engineers. Weather notes report scattered rain across parts of Missouri and surrounding states, with varying snow and temperature readings. Governor Hadley hinted at resolving railroad-state government differences, proposing a practical open rate for passengers.
Washington reports the Payne bill defense dominated by Gaines of West Virginia as the House resumes amid questions on sugar duties. The Royal Kingdom of Bibie notes, with mixed satire, questions citizens and a long list of uncitizens to publish. The Senate adopts a resolution to extend the extra session and focus on tariff reform.
Washington notes show Rep E L Madison reintroduces a bill to curb harassment and ban restraining orders without notice. Critics warn of unintended effects on women’s protection, while supporters tout stronger due process and mandatory notices. A North Lawrence congregation plans an entertainment event tomorrow night.
A damaged OCR page shows varied material from ads to notices. Entries include cigar salesman inquiry and behind the scenes territory tale, a gentled horse for sale, a 7 room rental, a Lawrence businessman joke about his wife, youth social gathering, piano and household item ads, a downtown recital, a church class, an embroidery club, a pasturing horse inquiry, and stray garbled lines. Named places include Toledo and Lawrence. events mention a recital and a youth party.
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