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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1908
Page
1
With ample capital and excellent facilities for handling all business in commercial banking, guarantees, patrons receive prompt and reliable service. A diligent effort to meet financial requirements is highlighted by the institution.
A new Airdome or People’s Summer theatre debuts on New Hampshire Street promising cleanliness comfort and convenience. Tickets cost 10 cents with optional reserved seats for an extra 10 cents and a cushion. If Mr Stark’s attractions match the Virginia Jefferies Co, expansion may follow.
Local notices list residents and relatives visiting in Lawrence from Kansas City Reno Oklahoma Colorado Nevada and other places. Several plan extended visits to Chicago Estes Park Topeka and Goldfield while others return home after short stays with families and friends.
A violent strike of racial unrest erupts in Springfield Illinois with a manhunt continuing overnight. Reports describe relentless pursuit of Black residents and fatal harm caused, prompting national attention and concern over civil rights and public safety.
In a notable decision the police court discharged Tom Ferguson on a charge of being drunk and resisting an officer. The judge ruled the defendant was not intoxicated, countering the prosecution’s argument that police could arrest a drunk man. The story also covers a train robbery near Spokane and a fatal shooting of a brakeman in Lebo, Kansas.
A violent mob in Covington attacked a Black man and burned negro quarters after a confrontation with a white crowd. Charles Hunter was lynched, James Sealt killed, and Chafin injured. Troops arrived too late but dispersed attackers as dawn lightened the streets. Authorities, including Gov Deneen, directed militia callouts from Springfield. Two other suspects, Richardson and John James, were moved toward Peoria custody but later unavailable.
The county central committee elected J. H. Mitchell chairman Clarence Hall secretary and Dr W H Robinson treasurer The chairman may appoint an executive committee of four more officers the group adjourned until August 29 Also notes on Japanese China tensions Tammany Hall politics and local notices including lectures and ads for jelly grapes and ice cream offerings
Despite rain a large crowd planned a personal visit to Mr. Stubbs next Monday evening. Vehicles will be provided at the court raise for soldiers and ladies, with many neighbors attending in their own rigs. The event is called non-partisan and strictly neighborly, aimed at Mr Stubbs and his new home described as the finest in the state.
Dr John H Outland surgeon and athlete will move to Kansas City Missouri around January 1 to practice his profession. He will resign from Bethesda Hospital where he has been associated since its inception and will end his Washburn Medical school tenure this Tuesday.
Topeka reports J N Dolley was elected chairman of the Auglaize County central committee, despite past ineligibility since he was not a precinct committeeman. The Wabounsee County organization also formed yesterday, completing the state party committee leadership.
A morning blaze at Dr. Frank McFarland's residence destroyed the barn and contents including a driving horse, a runabout, harness, and other items. Mrs. McFarland entered the flames to save the horse but it perished. Investigations point to possible involvement by playing children. origin remains unknown while officials probe.
The ad promotes white grape juice at Wiedemann s and pure ice cream with fruit ices claimed to be unmatched. It invites readers to order two trial deliveries and mentions a location at 906 Massachusetts. It also advertises buggy and harness lines, whips, nets, and related goods from G H Smith. A Raymond s drag store item markets File Pack Cameras with a disposable pull tab for quick use.
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