11 Aug 1903
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 11, 1903
Page
1
Officials extend search and rescue operations at the Daris tunnel scene as investigators survey the wreckage. Rescue teams carry victims to awaiting ambulances while workers document the site and assess causes.
Crowds hunted for missing trembers after a fatal metro tunnel fire in Paris. Smoky conditions hindered rescue efforts until morning as trains and passengers from multiple classes faced tragedy and civilian and military crews transported bodies to city barracks.
A northbound Missouri and Tennessee line wreck two miles north of Lebel City Vernon County injures twenty one and blocks the route. Three others were hurt. the engine and car derailed and the line will not be cleared tonight as crews transport the injured to Newiuda for treatment and the postal service is disrupted.
Prisoners at a Missouri county jail mutinied at midnight and demanded food. Governor Ferrats ordered troops to restore order and commuted some sentences to sixty days. Several inmates faced new sentences for assault and related offenses, while others received longer terms or pardons.
Deputies fought with armed men as two robbers died in a chase. Marshal Bennett Willetts and a deputy were injured. one attacker was killed and another wounded. The report notes the incident occurred during a pursuit and lists the injured lawmen in critical condition.
A chaotic bulletin reports Pius NX fell faint during a mass while White celebrated mass and revived him. The piece notes the strain on his constitution and describes a large gathering of delegates and wives at a convention, with other disparate wartime updates from Minneapolis to Denver.
The district reports a strong week with high zinc and lead values. Zinc price reached 41.50 a ton reflecting elevated ore sales. lead shipments lag behind last year's peak week. Estimated year end district value projects above prior levels as the year progresses.
The article notes heightened postal costs in August with revenue deficits and telegraph department expenditures rising. It details revised estimates, mentions a predicted revenue shortfall, and outlines proposed measures to cover the deficit, including telegraph system purchases.
The Kansas River level climbs noticeably with high water reported today. Observers note moderate flooding risks near the riverfront as water stands several feet above usual levels. Authorities urge caution for local residents and travelers along the river corridor.
In Cleveland the unexpired term as chief engineer of the Brothechaend of Lovemotive Hitieess Hette is filled. Stine of Elden Da has been greeted as the new chief engineer following the death of Arthur Vottiggsen.
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Dispatch from Washington dated August 2 confirms a dangerous storm on Martinique. Reports from Consul at Debrance detail the hurricane like event and state department dispatches.
Washington August eleventh at the International Typographical Union convention a proposal to extend machine learning time to six months was voted down.
Samuel Goodman, 36, a longtime barber in Kansas City, killed himself at his home today. In London, Catholics announce Vincenson as papal secretary of state.
The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners poll plans for a major embankment project along Bridge Street. Two sets of plans by Wheeler and Dalton will be opened for bid with detailed specifications, materials, slopes, stone sizes, and completion requirements to ensure a safe, durable approach and embankment along the river.
The council discussed Maple Grove repairs and street widening costing about 24000 with work to restore the cemetery, drainage, sidewalks, and utilities. Major Selig presided as officials considered suspending rules and schedule changes for project approvals and related town improvements.
A group from Lawrence boarded the GA excursion train to California this noon. The party was smaller than expected but those who went found it convenient. Among the departures were W. E. Platts and wife, Mrs. Sprague and daughter, J. D. Papence, Captain C. H. Hoyt, and C. W. the Wolf of Garett. Some had left yesterday and more would depart over several days. Edin Endicott, 3, son of F. C. Endicott, is ill with typhoid fever and sinking noted this morning.
Chicago markets show cash wheat mixed grades at 46 to 46 1/2 cents on September and December futures around 4.60. oats quoted 32 to 34 cents. hay and butter prices listed with timothy at 7.50 and creamery butter at 15 to 17 cents. egg prices steady at 12 cents. Brief carload report notes 119 wheat cars for delivery and various commodity bids.
The Angal Farmers Institute picnic will be held at the Poor Farm grave on August 20. Two faculty members from the State Agricultural College of Manhattan will attend, along with James Butler of Topeka, president of the Farmers Cooperative Shipping Association, and Mrs Tolmson of Haskell with a paper. A discussion on good reads and other topics is planned, and the Haskell Indian band will provide music.
Sunday shaving in Springfield will stop. In Green county criminal court the jury found W C Robinson, proprietor of a local hotel barber shop, guilty and the defendant was fined $15.
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