25 Apr 1905
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1905
Page
1
A fragmentary report notes discussions among western Pennsylvania Republicans about forming a new state called Aileyn, centered west of Allegheny. The piece mentions the idea gaining attention and hints at leadership and possible new state designation.
Mrs Kate Tucker of this city died suddenly on a Santa Fe train bound for Puerca Col just after entering a coach. She had been in poor health for years and fainted then died within moments.
An drew Carnegie has donated to the German baptist college of McPherson to build a library. The gift is contingent on the college providing a like sum of $10.00 as an endowment for future library support.
Washington April 25 the attorney general sustained the secretary of the interior in rebate agreements with railroads related to the transportation of material for reclamation projects.
Milwaukee Wis April 34 Crowds gathered before the Milwaukee Trust Company to withdraw deposits amid reports linking the bank to Frank G Bigelow former president of the First National Bank and a 21 000 000 defalcation The Clearing House association and inspecting banks declared the First National solvent while other institutions reassured depositors and maintained withdrawals were manageable
A scrambled text fragment reports names and events in Topeka and nearby areas with mentions of Hurley Wis, Santa te rufinas, and Motely appointed figures, followed by a tragic personal incident. Mrs. Lawyer, wife of a Methodist preacher, hanged herself from a stairwell after securing a rope across the stairs while her husband prepared a sermon.
Situation in Turkish Arabia grows critical as only ten Turkish troops reach Sanaa for relief of Kiva Pasha and flee after a defeat by insurgents. Separate items report premium rate hikes by major life insurers and the death of Amos Madden Thayer, U.S. circuit judge, at his St Louis residence after a four month illness.
Congressman John M. Pickney and two others died at a mass meeting in Hempsted Texas held to petition the governor to land rangers for enforcing the local option law. The deadly incident occurred last night during the gathering.
On April 25 the governor signals readiness to order out the militia if needed to enforce the Sunday closing law in Jefferson City. The move underscores state resolve to uphold the prohibition era rule.
Chicago April 25 Mrs Mary E Marcy author and social worker returned from Kansas City and handed over to United States District Attorney Morris a cache of secret letters from the beef trust heads The disclosures describe how the Big Five manipulated markets by fixing buying and selling prices and even tracked each other losses.
Topeka April 2 E A Wilson who was sent to the penitentiary six months ago for burglary seeks a pardon It shows that the offense was only 1 year of age and under the law should have been sent to Hutchniauny reformatory The court thought he was over 16 when sentenced Wilsons parents live at Pittsburg Kans and promise to watch him if pardoned The governor has the case under advisement.
Legal action filed against the United States Redaction and Refining Company and Coppla Ute Tengorile for damages related to water pollution. Plaintiffs allege wrongful conduct by the defendants, seeking relief in federal courts and court-ordered remedies to prevent further harm in Miners and nearby areas.
In Topeka on April 4 Adjutant General Hughes prepares for the annual sale of discarded Kansas National Guard supplies. The amount sold clothing local residents each year leads outsiders to think the town has a military presence.
Topeka April 23 Commissioner Garfield departed Kansas while the oil inquiry continues. He left Jett and eleven inspectors from Washington to carry on and outline required information. He took his three criminal inspectors west with him.
Concerts in Lindsborg Kansas on April 25 report eight Messiah performances by Innes and his band with a 60 piece orchestra and a strong chorus. Funds from the Bethany Oratorio go to the college treasury. In Washington William F. Leland, Cyrus Leland’s youngest son, is recommended by Senator Long for cadet at Annapolis with an early June examination.
Colonel Cody of Wyoming will not appeal the court’s divorce decision. He will let the matter stand for now and not take the case to the Wyoming supreme court.
Fragmentary dispatches report Japanese supply ships loaded at Saigon and bound for Japan captured by ships of the Russian squadron under Rozestvensky. Russian officers pledge to pursue engagement with the Japanese fleet. details are faint and partially unauthenticated.
The revolver linked to the Patterson case was displayed in the New York court room as Nan Patterson, appearing in better spirits after an earlier indisposition, seemed recovered and composed. Police and witnesses described conversations and observations about the weapon and Patterson’s demeanor amid ongoing proceedings.
From Saint Petersburg Russia April oo The emperor will mark Raster by a proclamation of general amnesty for political and religious prisoners in European Russia still in fortresses or prisons exiled there Chefoo China April 25 4 pm. Report from Corea says Togo and most of his squadron at Masampo near Fusan April. German cruiser Sperber reports shelling at For mosa Japanese warship towing a damaged vessel. Lawton Oregon April 5 A severe storm in southwest Tahoma floods lowlands and crops. Fort Worth bridge over the Canadian washed out and a major Frisco bridge west of the city cut.
Federal Judge in Portland today ruled against the indictments returned by the federal grand jury in a land frauds case in Oregon. District Judge Bellinger decided adversely to the charges tied to Senator Mitchell, with proceedings in the April term continuing.
In Springdale Missouri on April 25 William Schwieder, proprietor of Globe Clothing, filed a petition in bankruptcy. The Nobili des are about 222,000. The Caura river affluent of the Quirin era has a natural dam formed by a granite ledge over 200 yards wide with a furious current.
Heavy rains and mountain snowpack swell runoff causing a washout on the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe line between Bluewster and Grant's New Mexico. One track washed away with bridges intact while the roadbed remains soft in spots. Work crews repair the damaged section as the storm system continues. Snow totals rise in the Zuna mountains and streams rise rapidly after warm weather.
A Santa Fe passenger train from San Francisco to the East bound derailed near Ash Fork Arizona after rain softened the track. Engineer Rich ter and Kéteman Merton were killed. several hours were needed to clear wreckage. Passengers were shaken but uninjured.
An assortment of brief items notes attacks on workers near Santa Fe shops, a teaching secretary's involvement, bank and electric plant news in Coffeyville, and immigration and crime briefs. Reports include a fatality in Joplin, bank incorporations, a mining-pension appointment, an earthquake in Guayaquil, and a jail death in Evansville.
Oil markets report a price cut by Standard Oil across crude grades except Raglan with higher grades down two cents and lower grades one cent. Regional quotes list Pennsylvania, Tiona, Comming, Cabaldis, New Castle, North Lima, South Lima, Indiana, Somerset, Raglan with varied penny reductions. Wichita plans oil station expansion as independent refiners target major towns in the state. Independence logs a four cent per barrel Western oil price drop to about 37 to 38 cents.
Fragmented OCR describes a bridge tie across the St Lawrence with mentions of East River bridges, a NYC or nearby construction context, and references to the Grind Vachiie railway from Moncton. It also notes British Columbia labor tensions, Japanese and Chinese workers facing violence, and a western migration from Oregon Washington Montana Idaho amid anti Asiatic sentiment and labor questions.
Perry Allen sued James Way over a hog claim in Flint Michigan. The case reached the justice court where jurors tasted slices of ham broiled on an oil stove but could not reach a verdict.
A collection of varied notes reports 200 carrier pigeons in a German fortress, 4515 bankruptcies in England and Wales with a rise of 11, a London cabman’s invention, nearly 1.3 million new county court cases, army’s toothless recruit program halted after desertions, and a French seacoast boulevard project at Arcachon costing about 1.6 million dollars.
In Wichita Kansas a body found in a straw stack north of the city in February is at dispute. The widow identifies the deceased as Calloway but the Ancient Order of United Workmen lodge claims to have proof it is not. Calloway held a $2,000 life policy and disappeared months ago. The lodge plans to ship the remains to Blue Ridge Kansas unless proof alters identification.
In Topeka on April 24 Judge Clark Judge Benson and five others met with Governor He... They will overhaul the state treasurer’s office first and proceed thoroughly. The report hints at broad, sweeping reforms to come from the advisory board’s work.
A column of assorted notes mocks bureaucratic red tape from Aden to Army Regulations. It cites August Belmont’s vast wealth growth, a Glasgow streetcar system adding private early morning cars, and walled Chinese cities with huge fortifications. It also mentions a potential church funding compromise in Scotland and notes life in deep sea zones beyond 1,500 feet.
Markets report wholesale cattle hogs and grain prices from Kansas City and Chicago with figures for steers cows hogs and futures. Brief note on the Library of Congress collection led by L C Ferrer and a Mauritian paper mention. A separate item reports a 15 year old boy jailed for stealing 0 cents worth of charcoal.
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