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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 13, 1908
Page
1
Local retailer Harry Hutchings relocates his shoe store to AS2 Mase Street. The move consolidates his offerings in a new storefront following the previous location.
President Roosevelt was approached by young women on horseback near Mineola who wore white bands with red crosses and claimed to be collecting for the Nassau hospital. He handed over a contribution and the riders then held up his guests arriving by car from the station.
Walter Martin a 22 year old farmer was fatally wounded near St Joseph Missouri when shot from behind by an unknown assailant after being summoned by telephone to a stock farm. Doctors say he cannot survive and police are investigating the incident.
It is announced on authority of a close friend of former governor W S Taylor that he will return to Kentucky from Indianapolis for trial on a charge of complicity in the Goebel murder case immediately after the November election.
The Journal will publish a coupon tomorrow for all readers aged twelve or under to claim one free admission at the Nickel theater. No payment or additional ticket is required. Present the coupon at the door to gain entry, with Mr. and Mrs. Pattee ensuring courteous treatment for the children.
The state board of canvassers will meet Tuesday, August 18, to canvass the primary election returns. County reports are still arriving at the secretary of state's office, about half in so far. The main contests needing the official tally are for state printer on the Republican ticket and governor on the Democratic ticket.
H C Rawlins of Chanute reveals a proposed electric road route into Lawrence. He would build without local funding, outlining paths from Santa Fe depot toward Massachusetts and Indiana streets and extending to city limits, aiming to serve the university efficiently.
Peter Anderson of Newport Arkansas travels to Lawrence after hearing his mother may still be alive. He left Lawrence thirty years ago as a child and believed his mother dead for twelve years. He finds Mrs. Jethé Anderson at New Jersey Street and plans to stay awhile, noting he has since become wealthy.
In Topeka on August 13 Colonel Bill Sapp ofana appears likely to be the next Democratic state central committee chairman. Jerry Botkin is named as possible Democratic gubernatorial nominee with Sapp favored by Botkin supporters. Pepperill and Harrison are also in the contest for the chairmanship as rival factions align. The primary law lacks timing for committee meetings, with state chairs expected to call gatherings August 25 after party council meetings.
Train coach windows shattered by missiles between Branden and Brendvied as transcontinental express arrives from the west. A rail removed on the Winnipeg beach line delayed an excursion. trackmen found the gap and a disaster was averted. Mrs. John Noland brings season's finest peaches to the Journal.
Classified notice listing multiple farm parcels and businesses for sale or exchange. Includes 180 acre brick farm near Antler ton Arkansas, 9000 population steam laundry in Kansas, 12 room residence in Olathe Kansas, and an opera house plus stores in northeast Missouri. Contacts GEO BRECHEISEN JR Eudora Kansas.
The Journal seeks to publish a complete list of Quantrell raid survivors. Send all surviving names to this office by mail or telephone to ensure accurate inclusion in the official list.
Real estate notices list warranty deeds from S E Pemberton widow of Topeka to F R Benedict for 2150 covering Lots 17 and 18 in Sinclair's Add Lawrence plus quit claim deeds. Carrie M Watson of Lawrence to Amelia Ward for 750 of Lot 6 Oread Add. Charles Pilla of Eudora to E W Kraus 750 all in blocks 94 95 Eudora. Charles Lathrop and wife Baldwin transfer to E W Kraus 750 for Lot 6 block 95 Eudora.
A letter from Broer Gus tafson and Alfred Bromelsiek reports their Sunday departure toward Denver in a Buick. They mailed from Goodland Kansas, about 15 miles from the Colorado line, at noon yesterday. They praise the Chapman west roads as perfect and mention a broken bolt on a fender as their only trouble.
The democratic national campaign fund will be raised by appeals to individuals. Each state, led by its national committeeman or financial representative, will choose its own method. Chairman Mack arrived from Lincoln to announce the plan, and John T. L. Atwood arrived from Kansas to begin efforts.
Lemans France Aug 13 The Wright aeroplane suffered an accident this morning likely requiring a week to repair One wing touched the ground and tore Wing Wright said the accident was not serious The second flight lasted two minutes and was novel and w eekend.
Governor Cummins in Des Moines announces he will not call a progressives caucus to decide policy after Senator William B. Allison's death. He says decisions will be made as governor, not as a candidate, and he seeks guidance from supporters and critics alike.
An early notice for Rork's Bike Repair at 1017 Mass, offering expert bicycle repairs at reasonable prices. Prompts customers to call the listed telephone number for household guidance and service inquiries.
Market notes from Kansas City dated Aug 13 show prices for wheat, corn, oats, rye and cattle. Prices listed include wheat No 2 hard around 90 cents, corn Sept about 70 to 73 cents, oats No 2 white about 47 cents, rye near 80 cents, with various cash and futures quotes and a note on clothing prices and a special order.
A committee including county commissioners, the Flood Relief Committee, the Lawrence Commercial Club, and local newspaper representatives toured Grant Township this afternoon. They aimed to determine the best actions to protect lands from future floods and implement effective plans, as farmers work to recover land already damaged.
The trial of Tom Ferguson charged with disturbing the peace and resisting an officer began in police court with Bob Mc Williams as his defense attorney. The court also scheduled the trial of Mr and Mrs Henry Parsons for tomorrow.
Taft spoke in Trot Springs Virginia noting national chairman Hitchcock led a strong push to a perfected organizational showing. He said the amount of work accomplished was surprising yet satisfactory and credited the campaign's progress.
The President hosted Charles S. Francis of Troy and several New York politicians at luncheon in Oyster Bay. Delegates to the Eastern Star meet in session at Smith Hall in Lawrence, with prominent order members present. The day focused on regular business matters.
Thaw and his counsel push to move the case from New York to Pittsburg to determine Thaw’s mental condition in the U S court. Creditors may appeal Referee Blair’s order and raise insanity as grounds to bar Thaw from testifying. A ruling on sanity could affect his bankruptcy rights and testimony at creditors’ meeting.
The State Treasurer’s year end report shows $19,618 in interest earned for the fiscal year ending June 10, a rise of over $9,000 from the previous year. Higher balances in depositary banks and better rates contributed to the increase. two years ago the full year yield was $7,788 and last year $10,218.
Several hundred Otoe county farmers rode to Fairview Nebraska to Lincoln to greet the Democratic nominee with a big stick gourd and a campaign contribution of fifty dollars from fifty members. Bryan replied that if elected the big stick would not be in evidence, preferring leadership through popular support.
Local notes list residents and visitors from Lawrence and Baldwin. Mrs. Walker and others spend time in Randalls Pratta. Fred Will sells hogs to Mr. Schockey. Rev. Moorehead preaches. several visitors join family members. charitable teas planned by Presbyterian and Methodist ladies. travel to Queensbury Pa and Pomona Kans mentioned. rain forecast noted for corn. church construction advances. Ed Kennedy visits Edgerton. residents travel to Lawrence and California. Edward to Maribad for bathing water noted.
Weather report by Dr Fidace notes miles of wind in storms and rain observations. The fragment mentions wind and rain but lacks precise figures or locations.
Fire on Fell Street between Turk and Eddy threatened a block in San Francisco today. A Coney Island amusement hall burned, destroying the building and damaging adjacent houses and stores. Loss estimated at 100060 dollars.
Louise A. Collier wife of comedian Willie Collier was discharged from custody and the charge of defrauding an Atlantic City hotel of 42 board bills was dismissed. Tony Pastor, famed manager, is seriously ill and feared to die today.
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