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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1906
Page
1
An ad offers optical services by J F Brock at 800 Main St with guaranteed work. It recalls Peter Samson’s shoe shining parlor at 931 Mass Bt and promotes gas ranges from Benson at Mass Bt. Baking qualities are guaranteed and the notice asks readers to consider buying from the listed shops.
The Salvation Army unit in Lawrence launches a week of Prayer and Self-Denial from April 22 to 29 to raise funds for home and foreign missions. Appeals highlight needs in Japan Africa India and the Isthmus of Panama. A grand vaudeville on the 17th at the IOOF ball, led by Ernest Crawford, supports new team outfits for Knights and Ladies of Security. local talent and parade planned.
New York April 12 At the fire of the Equitable Trust company Hugo Barring chosen trustee succeeding Clarence Mackey who resigned G A Hurley shipped an Angora goat to Monmouth Oregon to Wm Riddle paid £1000 for it importing from South Africa the rare Mohair breed insured for 6800 for shipment Orders taken for men’s suits pants and overcoats shirts and ladies wear spring and summer samples shown and tailored garments delivered dry cleaning and repair services offered J A Hipton 125 Mass St listed with phone number 667 red red tau S19
Forty live veterans who served with distinction to the German army, most of whom are American citizens, were received by President Roosevelt. German Ambassador Sternburg presented the visitors. At Wiedemann's, Try the Trytheca cream sodas and sun daes. A House committee favorably acted on a resolution for direct election of senators, proposing a four year term.
New York reports another attempt by the site committee for anthracite coal operators and miners to reach a deal. Floyd Lutz, colored, was fined 15.50 in police court for disturbing the peace after a free for all fight on Warren Street last night. Due to Easter services, church programs must be submitted by Friday morning.
Chicago officials led by Mayor Duppe call for public aid to victims of Mount Venusina eruption. Proclamation urges residents to contribute and support relief efforts.
Reed Smoot is mentioned with a note about up to date pictures and home scenes. The fragment references Squires and a request for current visuals. No dates or locations are provided.
Robinson's Nurseries offers three free dahlia bulbs to every purchaser during a ten day promotion at 315 Mem St Washington. If stock proves unsatisfactory they will replace or refund the purchase. other nursery stock lines advertised. The item also notes a separate Washington news item on Senator Reed Smoot's Senate hearings opening today before the privileges and elections committee, with John G. Carlisle opening for the prosecution.
Governor Pennypacker announced that Pennsylvania has recovered all public funds totaling 81,030,000 deposited in the Enterprise National Bank of Allegheny at the time of its failure.
The Record Herald reports Dowie, gravely ill, prayed for heavenly aid in a bedroom chamber scene at his Chicago home. Attendants sought a physician but he refused, insisting only divine help. He later wished to alter plans with Voliva and fight in court for his property.
The Republican state convention at Indianapolis nominated the ticket by acclamation with Fred Sive of Frankfort for Secretary of State, Mes Hingham of Muncie for Attorney General, James S Stubbs of Indianapolis for State Statistician, Glotrich for Supreme Court, James I Jordan for Martinsville, and John C. Helmer of Washington for Auditor. Resolutions were unanimously adopted, and Representative Charla B Landig was made permanent chairman.
Traps nitro plant sale features pansy plants in bud and bloom offered at 3dox for 250 plus a general collection of other potted plants at low cash prices. Contact Bell phone 381 or Home phone 22 Mmc Hicks and Oo 30 Rim forest.
Naples endures falling ashes as fires damage homes and streets. King visits stricken towns, comforts victims, and laments the limits of aid. Meanwhile Vienna notes ambassador Stover’s retirement and local notices report a funeral in Lawrence.
Washington April 12 the house committee on labor took favorable action on the Hunt bill prohibiting interstate commerce in prison made goods.
Willits Rayburn faced a police court trial this morning for stealing whiskey from Chas Johnson. The court acquitted him, ruling whiskey an illegal product not protected by law, despite clear evidence of theft of a quart bottle and a gallon jug.
At the residence of the brides' parents Mr and Mrs O Coleman on Wednesday April 11 the marriage of Miss Nellie Coleman and Guy Bigsby was solemnized by Rev Bolt The bride wore dark blue lansdowne with lace and carried Hues only close relatives attended A two course luncheon followed Mrs Bigsby a University graduate and longtime teacher in Kan aug is married to a prosperous farmer of Kanwatn township Freeh country butter at Maspar's Home phone 59.
Removal notice states JJ Kenner moves from 29 Vermont Street to a modern office at 26 Vermont Street. The notice mentions continuing regular practices and medicated paths and tartichs may be prepared at the new location.
A stream of visitors and residents is noted in Kansas City and nearby towns with brief mentions of travel. Names include Miss Lucy Wight, Tim Paaits, Frank Arnold, J A Hammer, Chester Woodward, Mrs. Lucy Hein, Luther N. Lewis, IL Messier, Wil Hutt, Miss Alice Thornbury, Robert Mayse, Mrs. Kingman, Mrs. J. K. Rankin, Miss Annie amit, Mr. and Mrs. Marla Meyer, Prof and Mrs. C E Wallace, and many others visiting or traveling to cities such as Topeka Emporia Haltimore Leadville Hutchinson and Washington D.C. A Ladies Missionary Society event and a Ladies Literary League meeting are also noted with attendees listed.
Vineland New Jersey April 12 Brigadier General Warren P Edgerton died last night at age 10 years He served on the staffs of Morgan and Sheridan and was widely known for his long military career.
The Senate or House agreed to a conference report on the urgent deficiency bill in Washington, with action recorded on April 12. The measure addresses funding needs and related fiscal provisions amid ongoing budget negotiations.
The Seine civil tribunal annulled the mother's opposition to Count Roger De Martinprey marrying Florance Drouillard of Nashville. The count had earlier separated from Count Bernard De Pourteles and the parties involved faced a prior three year dispute. The Countess De Pourteles later went to America and the divorce followed.
Anthracite miners and operators in New York discussed a revised agreement relying on anthracite mine workers rather than the United Mine Workers of America. The plan also limits assessment to willing contributors to cover expenses, with operators set to reply early next week.
In Washington on April 2 Latimer argued the transportation consolidation has peaked and the public cannot stop railroad power. He favored the bill passing with a 41 amendment forbidding court interference with the commission and suggested any such constitutional issue would be decided by the supreme court.
The article recalls General Price and a Confederate sweep into Kansas, martial law near Westport, and a 80 day Kansas militia discharge. It notes a state commission auditing wartime script, four classes of script, and government pay to issuers. Lawrence workers largely unpaid. deaths and later notices accompany editorial glee and ads.
McCann boasts a self made King drag street block in the sixth ward, praised as daisy and solid. The reporter urges the council to extend such work, noting long neglect of north Lawrence streets and calling for broader street improvements for local residents. Abe Wolfson advertises W. L. Douglas shoes at 637 Mass. Street.
Douglas county voters receive a statement from Frank Kerns citing duties of the county clerk that prevent canvassing. He forfeits primary support for a second term and promises to provide the best possible service if nominated and elected. The message includes no new endorsements or alliances.
A small harness shop in the 1600 block near Elliott Street burned to the ground around 12:30 am. Firemen arrived quickly but the old wooden structure burned like tinder. poles melted and the blaze looked larger than it was. Origin of the fire is unknown.
In Savannah on April 12 Green and Gaynor were found guilty by a federal jury on six indictments for conspiracy to defraud the government and embezzlement tied to local government engineering works. They face sentencing tomorrow. Captain Oberlin Carter, in charge of Improvements works under the contract, was court martialed for alleged involvement.
From Topeka April 12 a federal grand jury returned fourteen indictments six public were named including C A Lemaster Ottawa charged with buying stolen postage stamps Valois Newell inmate Leavenworth accused of passing counterfeit money John Baynes inmate Leavenworth accused of passing counterfeit money Joe Miller Leavenworth charged with buying soldiers property Patrick Burns Leavenworth charged with buying soldiers property GQ Osborn accused of stealing a check from a man’s floor. Des Moines Iowa April 12 a legislature inquiry committee on insurance organized. Washington April 12 the Senate conference accepted the bill settling the five civilized tribes affairs by a vote of 4 to 1.
Two 25 900 pound engines passed through Lawrence yesterday bound for the west to aid mountain grades. Built in Baldwin shops Philadelphia they are among the world’s largest engines and were described as such in Raymond’s notice during Easter perfumery sales.
Raymond's offers Easter dyes rabbits and chicks plus postcards and Kestern novelties. With every 25 cent purchase, customers receive a Lawrence views book.
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