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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 29, 1907

Page

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Local Medical and Professional Directory Entries

J Anderson physician and surgeon with office at 717 Vermont Street contactable by telephone 124 OR J R Bechtel osteopathy medicine and surgery practice at 33 Massachusetts Street call 443 and residence 1171 Tennessee Street dial 343-2 Donnelly Bros livery stable located at corner New Hampshire and Winthrop Lawrence Kas telephone 10 Lemos and Insurance Reliable Abstracts of Title offering mortgage loans and bond money with office at 704 Massachusetts Street phone Hell 298

J. R. Bechtel Massachusetts Tennessee Strees Donnelly Bros New Hampshire Winthrop, Ste Lawrence, Kas Nal Lemos Telephone Hell Massachusetts St

Oklahoma City Flood subsumes Capital Hill area

A cloudburst near Oklahoma City floods Capital Hill and surrounding lowlands. Eight people are missing with reports of drownings as the North Canadian River rises after heavy rain. thousands evacuate as a mile of Santa Fe tracks is washed out and rail and farm property suffer substantial damage.

Oklahoma City Capital Hill Santa Fe Okwahelta City Lightning Creek Ibe

Graft Probe Shifts to Joplin Police Ties

Judge Dobbs ordered a special grand jury in Joplin Missouri to probe police graft after reports that gamblers and housekeepers gave presents to police officials for protection. The report notes these contacts amid ongoing investigation and broader concerns about corruption. The article also mentions the death of Howand Brownlee, son of Rev. M K Brownlee, in Roswell New Mexico and his expected return for burial arrangements.

Joplin Dobbs Circuit Court Howand Brownlee KB. Brownlee Roswell New

Funeral for John Chase Draws Local Residents

John Chase funeral services were held near the Christian church with many locals attending the ceremony at the nearby cemetery. Residents from the area gathered to pay respects to the deceased.

Taft Addresses University of Cincinnati Students

Secretary Taft spoke to University of Cincinnati students in an informal address and later at the chamber of commerce. More political time was planned for the afternoon.

Cincinnaf Taft

Burglar Steals $1600 From Mrs Frazer in Wakefield

A burglar entered the bedroom of Mrs John Frazer in Wakefield early today and stole 1600 dollars from under her pillow before she woke. The crime occurred as the money was to be banked that day.

New York John Frazer Wakefield Borough of the Bruns

The Strike Trouble In Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City reports ongoing strike trouble with a noted pint today as workers and authorities clash over demands and schedules.

Salt Lake City

Tolbert to Join Santa Fe in Las Vegas NM

Frank Tolbert of Salina leaves this noon for Las Vegas New Mexico to accept a position with the Santa Fe.

Frank Tolbert Salina Las Vegas New Mexico The Santa Fe

Revival continues as tabernacle crowd grows in Lawrence

Revival meetings extend into another Sunday as 203 new church members added in five weeks. Evangelist Wilhite leads a large turnout of about 1500 with strong demand to continue, while weather disruptions prompt last minute chair and board adjustments at the tabernacle.

Tabernacle Paul Landis Thir Olathe May Dutis Wilhite J. J. Cooke Ed. Charlton William Ulrich Tom L. Draper

Wanted Classified Notices From 19th Century Market

Property and sewing space briefs appear—rooms, barn, cistern on Vermont Street, and a daily or weekly sewing space sought. Quillers and real estate brokers advertise services from Henry Street and Mass avenues with Bell phones, seeking buyers and listings.

Marriage License Issued in Lawrence for Griffis and Whitney

Judge Means issued a marriage license for Frank Griffis and May Whitney, both of Lawrence, Springvalley, Als. April 29. Reports include social events, a Sigma Nu banquet at Eldridge Hotel for division delegates, church fund-raising efforts, and community updates on local residents and activities. The piece notes a prayer hour and fundraising campaign for a new church building in Lawrence.

Judge Means MO Frank Griffis Miss May Whitney Lawrence Sigma Nu Fraternity Eldridge Saturday Evening Jas. B. Harris Kansas City B. P. Sears O. C. Jones Everen Kansas W. H. Sears W. Harrington W. HL. Bears, II B. Harris E. F. Engle

Receivers Arrive to Seize Kansas City Breweries

Judge J F Garver who heads a trio of receivers appointed by the Kansas Supreme Court to take charge of nine brewing companies arrived in Wyandotte Kansas City and conferred with local officials about seizing brewery property. The other two receivers Allen and Whitcomb were in Atchison and will arrive tomorrow to begin actual possession.

Kansas City JF. Garver Kansas Supreme Court Kansas Allen Whitcomb Atchison Leavenworth Garyer Breweries

Bryan addresses Bowdoin students in Brunswick

William Jennings Bryan spoke to Bowdoin College students in Brunswick at the request of President Hyde. The April 22 event drew an audience of Portland Me. residents and local campus members.

Portland. Me Wm. J. Bryan Teddy Brunswick Hyde Bowdoin College

Weather and market notes from Kansas City date April 29

Snow and sleet sweep the southwest from Nebraska to Texas. Wheat receipts total 116 cars with May 17 futures at 4130, July 4130, Sept 4130. Cash grades No 2 hard 71 to 76, No 3 hard 71 to 76, No 2 mixed 46 to 44. Oats No 2 white 43, rye 34, hay pric es 14.25 to 15, butter 26, eggs steady. Live stock receipts: cattle 11,000 with steers 1.75 to 6.20, hogs 9,000 with packers 6.324 to 6.4714.

Kansas City Nebraska Teras

Kappa Alpha Theta Hosts Kat Sup at Chapter House

The Kappa Alpha Theta sorority held a Saturday Kat Sup at their chapter house with decor featuring Sweet pea blossoms. Guests received by Dr. Ida Hyde Mrs. A M Wilcox and Mrs. T M Chalkley, while Mrs. W H Johnston assisted in the dining room.

Kappa Alpha Theta Sorority T. J. Chalkley Ohio Streets Ida Hyde A. M. Wilcox T. M. Chalkley W. H. Johnston

Umbrella dealer and ice cream quotes share a quirky ad tone

Collage of pasted ad lines and phrases shows a promotional style with mentions of ice cream flavors and an umbrella dealer. It includes garbled numbers and stray fragments about a town office call, speculative wit, and a local business note for F. A. Ewing near Watkins Bank.

Packers Lose: Circuit Court Convicts Major Packers

The United States circuit court of appeals affirms district court judgments against Armour Packing Co Swift Co Morris Co and Cadahy Packing Co for accepting rebates on twelve cent per 100 pounds transportation bills. The decision declares rebate schemes illegal under federal law and may prompt further actions up to the Supreme Court.

J. Paul Sanborn United States Circuit Court of Appeals District Court of Eastern District of Othe United St Eurses Supreme Court

How Men Select Wives in The Ancient View

A reflection on why men choose wives based on looks, polish, and social image. It argues that conceit favors showy beauty while homely, practical women attract steadier matches. The piece warns highly confident men may marry for vanity and endure misery, favoring wit and substance over mere appearance.

Therion Oman Iss Amen Sinsabte Witls

Bees distributed to farmers to control green bugs

Pendleton on Saturday received IX boxes of bees from Prof. Hunter of the University to prey on green bugs in wheat fields. He will send them to farmers who apply, to work on the pests. For clock repairs and delivery contact Gustaf Son by phone.

Pendleton Hunter The University

Taylors Sample Shoe Store Offers Deals on Shoes

Why Pay More is used to promote Tay l ors Sample Shoe Store at 903 Mans Street offering best price deals on shoes to attract customers.

Taylor’s Mans

Pathfinder Dead in Denver After Sudden Heart Failure

David J. Cook, renowned pathfinder and detective, died today of heart disease at age sixty. He arrived in the west in 1859. The brief obituary notes his notable exploration career and ties to the Colorado frontier.

Denver David J. Cook

Baldwin Ledger Editor Seeks Schedule Truth From Santa Fe

Editor Markham questioned J A Connell about a rumored new schedule that could hurt Baldwin. Connell replied there is some basis for the rumor but no changes on the Lawrence Ottawa branch are planned and no action detrimental to Baldwin is expected, with a card time meeting planned soon.

Markham The Baldwin Ledger J. A1. Connell Santa Fe Baldwin Connell Lawrence Ottawa

Men Entombed In Pennsylvania Mine Rescue Underway

Johstown Pa April 20. Seven men trapped by rushing water remain imprisoned in the Foastwell mine as rescuers work around the clock to drain water and free them. Relatives keep vigil at the mine mouth as hopeful officials press for a safe extraction.

Johstown Seventien Foastwell

Woman’s Rights and Law Reform in Early Civic Debate

Charlotte Perkins Gilman argues that women’s political power grows with organization and public involvement, citing the legal misstep in R v Johns Bruns about women not being persons. She notes women’s rising club and council participation, from small study groups to the International Council of Women with six million members.

Johns Bruns Misa Mabel French Supreme Court Wamnen Miss Preneh Oic Fac Inti Studies International Council of Women Tsun Throuh Charlotte Perkins Gilman

Y M C A Notes Highlight Local Attendance

Sixty men attended the Y M C A meeting yesterday afternoon. K Nethercut gave an able and interesting talk. Lawrence Y M C A members traveled to Topeka with Royer brothers Francis and Ralph Stevens Morris Benedict Baldwin Mitchell Charles Lawrence Clyde Constant Robert Keith Joel Asher Henry Asher Dudley Asher Bryan Pareles Charles Gibb and W B Tucker for the boys meeting and were shown through the building afterward.

Sixtey K. Nethercut Lawrence Y. M. C. A Topeka Royer Boys Francis Stevens Ralph Stevens Morris Benedict Baldwin Mitchell Charles Lawrence Clyde Constant Robert Keith Joel Asher Henry Asher Dudley Asher Bryan Pareles Charles Gibb W. B. Tucker

Spaugh Death Sentence Upheld by U S Supreme Court

The United States Supreme Court today affirmed the Missouri Supreme Court ruling in the case of William Spaugh Jr held under sentence of death for the murder of Sheriff Polk.

Washington Supreme Court of the United States Today Supreme Court of Missouri William Spaugh, Jr Polk

Severe Iowa Snowstorm Impacts Destructive Fruit Damage Feared

In Des Moines April 29 a heavy snow storm hit Iowa causing feared damage to small fruits. Mentioned are Russel Peabody’s illness, Eaton Hurlburt’s Fine Writings at Boughton’s, and Bell Brothers shipping a piano in English Oak to Kansas City. Beil notes Kansas City market growth could require a local house to manage trade.

Yes Moines Bell Prothers Kansas City Beil

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Business Directory LH. Perkins Second Sour National Bank Marker & Means Attorneys-at-Law Opera House Block Menger Massachusetts Street John A. Norton Ofice First National Bank Joseph E. Rigge W. H. Elder Mweesee BR C. J. Simmons Maas W. Jones Ghlo Street Bell and Home F. D. Morse M. D Woodward & Co George A. Banks& Son Fraterns! Ald Wmn T- Siegel Wdrk Bros. & Sharp Eldridge House Calla F. M. Perkins Atlas Building & Loan Association Thom W.A. Guenther Bess -Bel Jaedickes Cl Edwards Howard Brownlee John Chase Uak Ohio Mitchell Roll Tif Scrampton S. Engle Oskaloosa Chas. Johnson McCreight Mel Critchfield Mr. Johnson Celia Lindsay Ada E. Gillette Seattle Nell O'Conner Kanany Chiy Hazel O'Conner Dessie Pittsford Oscar Pochler Paul Runliger Otis Perkins Will Hogan Lane Jay Unithe Company FA. A. Hall Flyings Mrs. J. N. Gordon Little Milfred Gordon Teave Omaha John Heine Mrs. N. Simon Overbrook Minnie Williams Vermont Street C. G. Hawk Mass Udern C. ©. Callahan Quilter E. Henry Bell Phony Frank Wfeakrs & Son Iteal Estate Brokers Fraternal Aid Building Hoth Phones Springvalley Als United Nellie Penehard Vorist Western Kansas. Co Truman Geo. Innes H. G. Bullens Excelsior Springs A. T. Stanton Fred Stanan Dallas Texas J. Clark St. Joseph's Hospital Young Ladies Clurch Board C. A. Titus EP Pass Milton Wyandotte Bryan WIRE Peerless Cafe Mass.’ Street Dale L. F. Conklin Bilis Wilamecs Ata F. A. Ewing North Watkins Bank Packers Cauget Gustaf Pathfinder Boughton’s Lawrence Branch Neville J. M. Neville Eldcidge House National Bank Capital Psurpluss B. Watking Jc. A Hu T B Watkins E. Hexen Ant Houc Ce & Tucker W. 8. Hasan Rait C. H. Tucker C. Mitchell Are Bavings Department Cepostla Mltk State Bank Capital W. Bromellick T. J. Sweeney E. J. Hilkey W. R. Stubbs W. E Spalding Luther N. Lewis W. Bromelaick Jacob Badeky B J. Hilkey Sally B. Holford Merchants National Bank L. S. Steele Amerat Emacs and Lone Lawrence, Kamvar Burest Eastman Kodaks A. Whitman & Go Real Estate, Loans and Insurance Sage Lek Ot Bares ‘Nal Pe Correepeedsars Iowa Russel Peabody Eaton Hurlburt W. L. Douglas Abel Wolfson Mass. Street
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