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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 27, 1908
Page
1
In a terse telegraphic note, mentions of mortgage loans and pricing quotes surface amid garbled text. The fragment references a Massachusetts contact and a comparison about tires, with unclear names and events.
Lawrence police raided the Owl Club and Suntower Club gatherings Sunday night causing arrests and a crackdown. Citizens report uneasy after several liquor and disorder incidents. Suspects include N W Sedge and others amid rising interracial tensions in town.
We have opened up a Post Gard Station. It isn’t very large but we will add to it from time to time and expect it to be quite a feature of our business. Watch it grow. B. McCOLLOCH, Druggist, on the corner.
The Journal defends the University news staff for highlighting east side drunkenness while praising Mayor Barker and Marshal Carmean for enforcing the prohibitory law. It argues Lawrence is cleaner than ever, that liquor saloons are concentrated in the east bottoms, and that students sensationalized the issue. The piece contends lawmen improved conditions and that the edition overstated town rot.
Townwide alarm over an alleged Friday night abduction of Miss Susie Long by an unknown assailant. Police hold Newt Coates, with Sledge also in custody on suspicion, while residents demand swift punishment to deter further attacks on women at night.
Despondent over finances, Long Wundo a forty year old Chinese American jumped from a six story roof in New York. The tragedy, reported April 27, highlights his distress amid his prominence among Chinese residents.
A local ad announces tailored suits for Duc De Chaulnes with a price suited to income. Agent Hol isingberg at 923 Masa St Wanamaker and Brown handles inquiries.
Markets report Kansas City receipts and futures with varied figures for May July and September. solemn High Mass held for Duc De Chaulnes at St Phillips Church in Paris. Prof C S Parmenter of Baker University recovering from illness in Lawrence. local ad from Ed Parsons Jeweler offering watch buying guidance based on decades of experience.
Topeka April 27 The trial of US Tucker Jr secretary of the Marile Sam Oil company resumed with Ritchie vice president testifying the company had probably the greatest stockholder base in the nation More than 80 000 stockholders were scattered across the United States while capital stock was 10 000 000 The defense argued Tucker believed the Uncle Sam sympathy would prove profitable.
The senate met at eleven and, with unanimous consent, agreed to vote on the naval appropriation bill before adjournment. Senator Stone of Missouri argued for boosting the merchant marine and outlined war with Japan fears, urging a shift to South American trade and endorsing only two battleships due to a projected $60 million revenue deficit.
Robert Caldwell known as the great American identifier is in the Ward's Island insane hospital in New York and physicians report his condition worsening. Caldwell testified in England in the Druce case and now faces a perjury charge with little chance of facing an English court.
A Frisco passenger train from St Louis derailed near Stanley Oklahoma while en route to Frisco Texas. The sleeper and two coaches left the track and nineteen people were injured.
The nomination of Milton D. Purdy to a U S district judgeship in Minnesota was referred to Senators Nelson Depew and Overman by the senate judiciary committee. Nelson opposed Purdy and his continued opposition could block confirmation at this session.
A Saturday notice clarifies the handsome new clock placed in the People's State bank. The bank purchased the clock from Gustafson, not donated by Gus Tafson, correcting an earlier error in the issue.
In a House speech on April 7 in Washington the minority leader Williams said the Democratic filibuster would continue until the house agreed to take up the campaign publicity bill the print paper free list bill and an anti injunction bill.
Doctor Leonard a well known Lawrence figure dies at 3:30 after a long illness at his Kentucky street home. He practiced in Lawrence after starting in drug business and built a large client base. Survived by two sons, funeral arrangements to be announced later.
Reports from Atlanta on April 27 describe a severe wind storm that damaged property and caused about forty injuries and at least one death. The storm moved in circular paths across the region, bringing heavy rain considered among the year’s heaviest.
Paso Robles dispatch notes Rear Admiral Evans expected to assume command as ships pass Abrowel Gate and direct the fleet into Neisen Bay. Mentions Kansas City talks on mine strike, and port closure at La Guaira with rising fatalities. Also reports steamship Cacique burned and growth of rural Kansas telephone business.
Reports from Sioux City to Denver and Missouri late April show cold weather with frost threats, prompting coverings for plants. Snow reported in Sedalia and Nebraska frost, while Wisconsin and Minnesota face heavy frost and damaged crops.
Washington April 27 The president secretary of Commerce and Jabot dent has offered the position to William R Wheeler of California. The appointment will vacant tomorrow when Lawrence Murray takes over as controller of the currency.
Reports from Sr Louis reveal Fred W. Driesmeyer and associates facing bribery allegations connected to a Naples visit. The case involves delegates linked to Mme Anne Iysbury and the criminal Gould, with tutors aiding the journey to Pompeii. Weather noted as splendid during the excursion.
A committee hearing on print paper pricing continued with testimony from International Paper officials. The witness discussed confidential arrangements with the New York Times and possible sources for price details while cautioning against releasing information before formal testimony.
In Buffalo on April 27 a gust toppled a tall chimney at a public school yard injuring several children. William Pingel aged somerscent was crushed by debris and killed. Hugh Doethery aged fifteen suffered a fractured skull Leroy Lodges fourteen sustained multiple injuries with internal trauma others had minor bruises.
London and Philadelphia reports state the Pennsylvania Hall and Bond issue, half allotted to the United States, was heavily oversubscribed. Subscriptions reportedly reach upwards of 3720,600,000, with demand in London and other markets far exceeding available bonds.
Destruction from severe weather spreads as floods threaten Georgia. In Columbus the Chattahoochee River rises rapidly, submerging the power plant and forcing riverbank residents to flee. Two speedboats were torn from their slips and swept into the river as floodwaters intensify.
A collage of notices and ads lists people selling goods and services and upcoming events. It mentions electrical wiring services Frank Rahskopf Loomus Studio photography Eokes Economy Store vendors and a Harrison Bros varnish line. Event listings include a J W Haskell Band dance and Ruggles Family comedy show with ticket prices.
Washington April 27 The annual convention of the Sons of the American Revolution began in the city with no business transacted. Delegates toured Annapolis as part of the event. Also notes strawberry ice at Wiedemann's and an Old Folks Home donation line with Red F093. University Meat Market advertises corn fed beef and a Mass street contact.
Lawrence Undertaking Co and J H Bowlin relocate to 007 Macs 81 with phone listings for Loomas Studio. Olson Bros advertise neon signs and Remington tickets. Plumbing estimates offered. Strictly Pure White Lead and Linseed Oil featured. P Barber & Son promotes materials at lowest market price.
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