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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 30, 1909

Page

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Lecture by Professor Hering on Christian Science at Opera House

Large audience heard Professor Hermann S. Hering speak on Christian Science the Science of Salvation. He defined salvation as deliverance from evil through mental transformation, noting faith is essential but not sufficient without ethical and philosophical work to overcome disease and death.

Hermann S. Hering Opera House E Don Carloe St. Paul Jesus God

Payne tariff substitute adds 25 percent max duty after 1910

Washington April 30 the senate finance committee approved a substitute for the Payne tariff bill. It imposes a 25 percent ad valorem maximum after March 31, 1910 and empowers the president by proclamation to apply minimum rates to any country. The plan imposes a 5 cent duty on coffee and 10 cents on tea from nations under maximum rates and authorizes a tariff commission to gather information.

Beaste Payne Washington Senate Finance Committee Senate

Death of Mrs Preisach One of Lawrence's Oldest Settlers

Mrs Louise Preisach widow of Philip Preisach died this morning at 1008 Vermont street. Funeral planned Sunday at the home. Survived by son Philip Jr and three daughters, two sisters. Born September 6 1830 in Niederbraun Alsace Germany. Death from longstanding illness.

Louise Preisach Philip Preisach Vermont Street

Junior Prom Parade Exceedingly Clever Hall Decor

The hall was handsomely decorated for the junior prom with clever touches and festive styling enhancing the event. Students and staff contributed to a themed setting showcasing creativity and school spirit.

Douglas County Rock Roads Plan and Cost Analysis

A local argument advocates rock roads for Douglas County claiming the cost is modest and worthwhile. The speaker notes some areas do not need rock roads and suggests King drag roads where appropriate, urging permanent road work at about $1.50 per acre or 15 cents per acre for ten years to improve comfort and prosperity.

Douglas County

Manila police host at University Junior Prom spectacle

W H Hughes of the Police Service visiting relatives in Topeka attended the University of Kansas Junior Prom at Robinson Gym, a lavish affair with a ballroom setting, dramatic farce titled On the Ragged Edge, and a rehearsed cast including Milton Cain and Edna Hopkins. Snapshots of campus figures and a musical interlude by John Power accompanied the dancing.

Robinson Uni Ceuny W. Hughes Aid.college United States Uila B. W Porter Hughes Topeka Philip Philippines Alberta Cresswell Edna Hopkins Hazel Allison William Sease Ollis John Power K. U Neve Charon River Styx Gertrude Orient Messler Pearl Emley Milton Cain Gale Sutton Arthur Seddon Fritz Fairchild Lenore Carlson Don Yeoman Elizabeth Fred Fairchild Keane Fones Ralph Harman Martha Stough Earl Woodward Eda Hopkins Carl Eddy Lillia Ksirehoff Pearl Stucke Air. Wiebe

Wanted her Hanged Sensation At Neosho Trial

Hysterical pleas for Miss Johnie Davidson to be hanged in the Neosho Missouri murder trial sparked a riotous outbreak as Mrs Reynolds interrupted the proceedings. The courtroom overflowed with spectators and jurors were to hear more today. The prom at the University drew a record crowd with hundreds of guests, grand march led by local couples, and elaborate decorations.

Neosho Johnie’’ Davidson Hoy Ramsour Reynolds Andrews K. U Herbert Cowan Helen’ Gleisauer Roy Dietrich Fern Cramer Fred Fairchild Elsworth Micia McNaughton Tonganesie Wured Newhouse Lawrence Jmith E. T. Fairchild Topeka Maybelle McEnurne Osawatomie Westcott Sylvia Faith Hazel McQinnis Eldorado

Bank cashier sentenced to five years in Leavenworth

In St Louis on April 30 the court of appeals affirmed the sentence of five years imprisonment for D. Hardenzie Realty Co. and the former cashier of the First National Bank at Miami Oklahoma for making false reports to the bank. Prompt action to the comptroller noted.

St. Louis Cit Court of Appeals Leavenworth D. Hardenzie Realty Co East Henry Per First National Bank Miami Oklo Harper University D. E. Bingler Tennessee St

Birth of Princess Wilhelmina Graces The Hague

The birth of a daughter to Queen Wilhelmina is celebrated across Holland. The infant and the queen are reported as doing well, and the event is seen as a boost to national independence. In Texas, a race war at Beaumont between water mill workers leaves two dead and six wounded. Golf balls and wall papers advertised by Smith's News Depot and Home Book Co.

The Hague Holland Peo Wilhelmina Texas Beaumont Waterman Iaw

Markets by wire and Chicago notes on grains and livestock

Kansas City markets show wheat July at 104.66 May 1,271.4 cash No 2 hard 1.50 No 2 red 1.45 Corn May 0.64 July 0.667 Rye 0.80 Hay prices 11.25 to 13. Livestock receipts 3,200 natives and feeders 3.40 to 5.25 8,000 heavy 7.35 pigs 6.00 37. WANTED married man for insurance work in Lawrence 12.00 weekly plus commission. FOR RENT neat house near university. OR SALE good driving horse 7 3. Chicago notes: wheat May 1.21 37 July 1.14 4. Corn May 0.70 2 July 0.68 6. Oats May 0.70 7 July 0.49 4. Live stock early gains. cattle receipts 1,500. hogs 17,000 top 7.00.

Kansas City Chicago Lecomp Lawrence Uty Ike Johnson T. Hutsell Park Osawatomie Lord

Killing Frost Predicted

Telegraphic reports warn of a killing frost tonight across Missouri Kansas and Oklahoma endangering crops. Strong winds and freezing temperatures disrupt telegraph lines. storms bring loss of life in Arkansas Mississippi and Tennessee with several towns heavily damaged and many injured or killed.

Blackmail attempt against Rudolph Spreckles foiled in San Francisco

Police arrested two men, George Da Martini and Benjamin W. Soule, in San Francisco after a ransom letter demanded 3 000 dollars for Rudolph Spreckles and his wife. A decoy package was seized. the case tied to a Hindoo poisoners gang. Separately, Abner Smith, ex judge of Cook County, pleaded for pardon amid scrutiny over the Bank of America conspiracy. Governor Deneen and pardon board weighed clemency as Smith mourned his sentence. Merchants National and state banks report continued growth, nearing a million dollars in combined assets.

Claus Spreckles San Francisco Cal Rudolph Spreckles Sugar King Spreckles Hindoo Merchants Bank Merchants National State Bank

Panama Libel Cases Stir Indianapolis Trial Plans

Indianapolis April 30 Stuart Mc Namars assistant district attorney of the District of Columbia arrived and said that tomorrow Delavan Smith and Charles R Williams owners of the Indianapolis Eaton Hairbut writing papers are to be served with warrants on boxes tablets and pound juice of the fruit at Wiedemann s they indictments charging them with libel in connection with the Panama They are the finest papers in the Try the Sundaes with fresh crushed strawberry at Boughton s mass 11025 mass st Brought Suit for Creditors Carroll Jews April 30 Receiver J W Fowler for the First National bank which failed last October brought suit today for the creditors against the estate of the late W F Culbertson the president of the bank Eight Dead in a Fire New York April 31 Eight persons including five children were burned to death and fourteen injured in an incendiary fire in a five story tenement hallways soaked with kerosene during the panic occupants fled down fire escapes or jumped from windows Baby were thrown to policemen Dr J N McCormack spoke to a large audience last night in Leavenworth and will speak tonight at the Christian church Oklahoma City April 30 John M Trale national bank examiner Oklahoma wired resignation to the comptroller of the currency He will join State national bank as vice president and director

Memphis Tenn Arkansas Brinkley West Marion Weakley Vicinago Crawford County Mississippi Horn Lake Vici Ity Plum Point Jackson Tennessee Youngs Crossing Indianapolis Stuart Mc.Namars District of Columbia Delavan Smith Charles R. Williams The Carroll J. W. Fowler First National Bank W. F. Culbertson New York Tevenncin Oklahoma City John M. Trale National Bank Examiner Oklahoma State National Bank J.A. Henley Saheto Brewer St. Louis Calela Fa Blualey Simons Kansas City Ieee Raven Healey Parnes el Iave Pfafter Lawrence Parsons Kays Strausburger Building Methodist Nice Cial Nubks Brooks ILC

Has Fine New Car

Herb Bullene returned from Kansas City last evening in his new automobile. It is a Thomas Light 6, and is one of the best cars in town.

Herb Bullene Kansas City

Three Negroes Lynched in Marshall Texas Mob Scene

Three African American men were lynched by a mob in Marshall Texas after a deputy was murdered. Sheriff Banning had gone to Osage City to pursue leads, with witnesses being watched today and tomorrow at the sheriff's office on Mass Street. The chaotic incident unfolded early today, with reports naming Rogers case and New Syria leading details.

Marshall Texas Banning Osage City Boughton Witneses Mass St. _ Rogers New Syria

Society Notes on an Academic Speaking Moment

The S R recalls a nervous but proud visit to a university journalism class where she spoke to students. She narrates the mix of vanity and pride, the chilly reception at first, and the relief when the class responded with courtesy after her talk about life and career in journalism. The piece captures modest triumphs and social anxieties within a campus setting.

S. BR S. A S. R Lawrence S. As St Band

Banking association forms to insure deposits in Kansas

A meeting of national and state bankers in Kansas City crafted a plan to insure bank deposits, enabling national banks excluded from state guaranty laws to enjoy deposit protection. Twenty four directors, all Kansas bankers, were chosen and will seek a charter. Notable directors include Scott Hopkins Topeka and P W Goebel Kansas City Kansas.

Kansas City Association Kansas Scott Hopkins Topeka P. W. Goebel C. Q. Chandler Wichita Mr. Berks Wellington Charles Lobdell Vt

Lawrence dairymen seek city ordinance for milk testing

D. M. Wilson state dairy commissioner visited Lawrence last night as ten local dairymen planned a monthlong effort to persuade the city council to pass a milk testing and dairy inspection ordinance. The move aims to improve conditions across all dairies and depots where milk is sold, leveraging state law for local enforcement.

D. M. Wilson Lawrence

Official inspections vital for pure milk quality

Farmers and the public in Lawheed area recognize that disease can stem from pure milk. Dairymen may not detect all faults despite best efforts, making official inspections valuable to dairymen and all residents nearby.

Lawhedee

Maybray or McCann identity in Kentucky case

In Lexington Kentucky on April 30 pictures of J C Maybray the alleged foot racing swindler were sent to former acquaintances of McCann to identify him as the supposed victim of Lord s ton. McCann a Kentucky native with many relatives there. Roosevelt to Speak There. Berkeley Del April 30 Roosevelt will deliver his first public speech in the country on his return from Africa at the University of California. Their Trial Postponed. Mercer Pa April 30 trials of James H Boyle and Mrs Boyle were postponed to May 6th. Sewing ad text and bakery claims appear amid miscellaneous fragments.

Maybray McCann Lexington J. C. Maybray Lord Kentucky Roosevelt Berkeley Del University of California Mercer James H. Boyle

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