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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
1
A chaotic report claims Rapa Ba Rees have seized control of Tampigo, with authorities asserting the situation is now under their influence. No date or independent verification offered.
Reports from Mexico City Tampico and Washington describe unsettled war rumors with rebels holding ships and refugees aboard while federals tighten lines near Tampico Opinasga and Presidio. Fleet dispatches note no changes in positions as evacuees number around 150 aboard US ships and 200 on others.
Brown says he cannot positively identify Ed Davis as the man who attacked Mrs Brown. Davis, a young Black man, was arrested after an attempted assault on his wife. Officers say a witness and others doubt identification, delaying prosecution until a positive ID is made. The incident occurred early Wednesday morning at 21S M ss Oursivert.
A black dog ridden on driftwood flows toward a dam as muddy water roars. A passing woman alerted the Humane Society, which sent a rescuer to recover the animal, now under care at the society.
Fifty shots were fired this morning near the Madison Square area during a street crowd clash. A street car was used as a barricade as bullets whistled past. rioters fled in cars, none injured, while police arrived promptly.
The Fraternal Aid Association shows three reels of Lawrence scenery at the Grand Theater. Five large audiences viewed the film yesterday and a second showing is scheduled tonight as a strong advertisement for Lawrence. The reels display local landmarks including Haskell hill downtown schools and FA.A views, praising the city and its people.
The City Federation held its monthly meeting in PLASA Hall with broad discussion of school pay and child development. Prof A W Trettein emphasized play as essential to growth, urging natural playgrounds and parental-teacher cooperation while noting class sizes should stay under twenty. Committees reported on Christmas Shoppe, street markings, and funding efforts for civic work and school activities.
Harry Beal died this morning at his home on New Sharpshire street after a week long illness caused by typhoid pneumonia. He had worked as a street sprinkler driver. He is survived by his wife two children his mother and several brothers and sisters. Funeral arrangements will be announced later.
Diplomatic Service criticized for being non permanent in the United States. Curtis Guild urged a national university to train boys for diplomacy like military academies, with buildings for embassies and attached staff. He cited Spain American war mistakes and urged a permanent, non political diplomatic corps to improve foreign relations and national prestige.
Relatives report no improvement in the condition of well known Officer Charley Prentice Sr. at his home in west Lawrence. Friends are alarmed and moved by the continued serious illness today.
The note reports Leonardo, missing since August 1417 near Longre, has been located in Florenco. An Italian estate holder is said to be under arrest as authorities piece together the case and its global impact.
Judge heard diverse civil matters this afternoon at Eudora State Bank against John Braieheisen and others. Several decisions awarded sums, alimony, or costs, and many cases were settled or dismissed.
A Chicago uproar arises over Ella Flagg Young, as reformers protest her removal and a mass meeting is planned to support reinstatement. Young accepts the role of educational editor at the Chicago Tribune, noting her successor has been locally elected and she sees no path to force her return.
The annual directors meeting of the Douglas County Fair Association elected officers for the year. President Jaeoh Raisky Vice President Chris Schaake Secretary Vanroy M. Miller Treasurer T J Sweeney and an executive committee including Jacob Irvine Hill Vanroy Miller W Spalding C O Bowman J Sweeney Chris Schaake Starkweather L M Walters also named delegates to the State Board of Agriculture with Vanroy Miller as delegate and T M Walters as alternate Elmer Brown was named a director to replace High Means who was elected to succeed him.
The president was in improved condition today but ordered by his physician to stay abed. Authorities doubt he will be cleared to go outdoors on Monday. The report notes widespread public fatigue and a remark that thinking is hard work.
Ethel Bell, a young colored woman from Kansas City, is jailed in Lawrence for murder after fatally shooting Clarence Stewart in an alleged act of love. She claims she did not mean to kill, stating she aimed to defend herself during a quarrel that led to the fatal shot near Walnut street and Kansas Avenue. Stewart died early this morning in the hospital after dying en route from the scene. Bell awaits formal charges as Douglas County records her case for court.
A bomb exploded in an uptown New York office, killing a 13 year old girl and injuring several workers. Investigators say the device was placed near the girl’s desk and caused a blast that destroyed the room. The victim is identified as Amogwitha a girl from a prominent family. Police and coroner probe the cause as officials search for a motive and suspect.
The article notes a figure visiting the White House to discuss health and world peace with Lee and the faculty. It mentions plans with Bryan and a optimism that new legislation will improve business conditions. The piece also references a holiday advertisement note and a warning about copy deadlines.
Federal receivers of the Kansas Natl Gas Co will not appeal the circuit court ruling directing transfer of the property to the receivers appointed by the Simson district court at Independence. Attorney John T H Atwood said the appeal deadline falls December 15. Steps are being taken toward a trial to secure full control by the receivers.
Will S Griesa of Lawrence yesterday elected to the office of president of the Western Nurserymen Association. The honor was conferred at the annual election during the association meeting in Ransasney.
A Missouri Oklahoma and Gulf line loan led to a receiver being appointed by Judge Alexander New. The case centers on Trellony and the Baldwin Company, with claims of twelve to thirteen million dollars. The receiver is William Kenelie, and the bank involved financed the Baldwin Company. The hearing detailed transfers from Penisen Texas to Vanter Baxter to Top Min, and the suite mentions Pacific tracks and ambitions tied to Kenai.
A proclamation prohibiting shipments of dairy cattle into Illinois from New York Pennsylvania West Virginia Virginia Wisconsin Maryland Nebraska Iowa Kansas Oklahoma Minnesota Arkansas and eleven other states aims to stop the spread of disease.
The Mad ministerion board suspends discussion after three day university session. Mr Hackney declines to reveal details while alumni and state boards finish a few sessions. No further information given on meetings or possible suggestions for university improvements.
Major M. Walker of the U S Army Engineers at Fort Leavenworth addressed about 100 civil engineers at the University last night. The talk covered The Requirements of Maps for the Military Service and How These Maps Are Provided, including rapid methods of topography with a minimum of apparatus.
The State Board of Health ordered the Lawrence Water Company to stop drawing water from the Kansas River for domestic use within thirty days, except for fire protection. The action cites unhealthful water quality and long neglect of infrastructure, detailing sealed pipes and a mandate to serve a correct copy to the company.
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