18 Dec 1907
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 18, 1907
Page
1
A garbled OCR fragment lists scattered terms and names such as Leas Faye St Weyuts Perales Saber and Steklo. The text appears as an unreadable mash of words with no coherent events or clear entities to summarize into a news item.
A terse notice outlines liquidation actions tied to a bank case. Names and exact authorities are unclear but the tone implies a formal court or trustee order. The fragment hints at asset sale steps and creditor claims within a liquidation process.
A distorted OCR text mentions Christmas presents for ladies and references a person on Marsa street with cigars pipes and smoking goods. The passage is garbled but implies a shop or stall offering smoking related items and social appeals to women.
An old fashioned ad offers Christmas flowers and gifts with rhymed wording. It promises reliable service for orders and mentions contact at Ashing phoma Bell and Hick's Grenhouse, with references to tables funeral tokens birth days and carving sets at local shops Wor't Inst and Smith's News Depot.
Kansas City markets show wheat receipts of 50 cars with May AD and Cash No 2 hard 15 1 40. No 2 red mixed 61 40, corn July 50 7 6 7 6, oats No 2 white 50 6 9, hay Timothy 11 50 12, eggs 24 cents, butter 27 1 4. Cattle receipts 10 000, native steers 4 5 75, cows and heifers 2 25 5, stockers 40 5, bulls 2 50 4, calves 3, hogs receipts 12 000, heavy hogs 1 85.
Fred Fletcher is jailed after violating the prohibition law by selling wheat and evading officers. He reportedly fled, but was captured while attempting to escape, with witnesses noting the confrontation and officers dragging him from a doorway. The incident underscores enforcement of prohibition era restrictions.
A school teacher lies in serious condition after a brutal assault Saturday. Charis Sommers, a wealthy attorney, reported the attack to police. Authorities say a teenage suspect was involved and that the victim sustained bites and severe injuries. Detectives pursue leads as the case prompts concern for local safety.
Turbulent report says Newth Antdebe Mise bank president and Albert IL of the Jewelers Bank faced inquiries as the New York Chase Bank seizure looms. Directors alleged undisclosed ties to multiple legal concerns. Deposits and customer access are in question amid ongoing investigations.
In Pittsburgh on December 18, discussions between receivers and directors of Westinghouse noted a favorable outlook. George Westinghouse stated conditions were splendid and there was satisfaction with the receivers' report. Plans to discharge receivers within ten days were reported as practically complete.
Local society items list numerous visitors and travels. Holmes and Neb residents spent time in Topeka and Chanute. James Kelly from Vins and MB Masters of Wichita appear in transit. Various pairs visit, attend events, or plan trips to Topeka, Wichita, Galveston, and Europe. Phi Gamma house events noted with guests from Independence, Pittshope, and other towns.
Officials from Lansing and neighboring areas attended a conference with the state railway commission. The meeting focused on interurban passenger lines and proposed a rate reduction to under two cents per mile, aiming to lower travel costs citywide.
A wreck on the Cae near Copcordia Kans left one dead and two injured. First reports indicate no other occupants harmed while investigators sort out the crash scene and cause.
Senautar Cul heysin today discussed his resolution to reconstitute the committee on finance or investigate the causes of the financial stringency. He referred to the president’s stance and suggested reinslation in the near future, noting either a changed mind by the president or congressional inaction on recon stuened a tint.
Cas Ringling head of the Ringling circus combination died in New Orleans at a sanitarium from a complication of diseases. He had come two weeks earlier seeking the southern climate.
County Clerk Kerns traveled to Salina to attend the state clerks convention. Attendees will hear from the tax commission on the law and other important matters. views and opinions are expected to be discussed and shared during the meeting.
Buck Heinrichsen, familiarly called Buck, former secretary and treasurer of Illinois, died at his Alexandria home this morning of paralysis. He was a prominent figure in state politics for many years.
Brussels declares France and Belgium have signed a convention preserving France’s preferential rights in the Congo Independent State after its annexation. The accord details the protection of those rights under the new arrangement between the two nations.
A Kansas State Agricultural College notice outlines a seven page pamphlet on stock care titled A Book on Suike. It promotes a five pamphlet series for live stock topics to be mailed free to paid-up state farmers’ institute members, with a 25 cent annual fee and a $1.00 option for non-members. Also noted are miller trust litigation rumors and the attorney general’s view that a strong case exists.
Sable Island reports the steamer President Grant in contact with the Marconi station ninety miles southeast this morning and bound for New York, where Secretary Taft is aboard. the ship is due Friday afternoon. Local ad appears promising bargains at Kirby Drug and Jewelry. A marriage license was issued to Frederick Lewis of Lake View and Melissa Logan of Clinton town. Try our hot chocolate with whipped cream.
C L Edwards presented the Journal with calendars issued by the Springfield Insurance Company for 1908. The calendars feature simple designs, clear figures, and practical usefulness, described as suitable for display purposes.
Chicas Dec 18. Counsel for Clan and Fish interests reached agreement for another postponement of the annual meeting scheduled for today. they'll meet AL Maenfeiyerciuaw, the Ifirn.
Directors of the Pennsylvania company operating the Pennsylvania Railroad line west of Pittsburgh announced a semiannual dividend increase from six to seven percent. The prior semiannual dividend in June was three percent.
Philadelphia December 18 The directors of the Lehigh Valley railroad today declared a regular semi annual dividend of two per cent and an extra dividend of one per cent on common stock.
Classified fragment lists a large furnished room for rent with modern improvements at 824 Tennessee along with a barn. Other notices include lost items and employment ads from local businesses.
A Chicago post office considers shifting Sunday hours from 12 30 to 9 30 10 30 am to align with trains and church schedules. Patrons and workers favor the change as it eases lobby crowding allows employees rest and Sunday worship, with some objections noted. Similar changes have succeeded in Topeka and other Kansas offices.
Harold Henry's Hecital in Chicago is interrupted by the arrest of J C Dean, head of J C Dean and Company, stock and bond brokers, on a charge of obtaining 231-25 on worthless checks from a New Waldorf hotel proprietor. Two Chicago investigators promise more evidence for the grand jury. Also notes Fraser Hall recital by May Henry and the audience, weather, and performance details.
A reader condemns neglectful horse care noting many horses were unshod or poorly shod and forced to tread wet streets. The bitter morning conditions caused horses to lurch and stumble, with navy teams cited as suffering in the same way and urged for greater humane treatment.
The University Meat Market invites all to buy dressed turkey at 20 cents a pound. Ready for the oven. Ruth Thones. 1023 Mass Street.
Firemen announce a ball set for Thursday night December 26 seeking strong patronage. Local shop Raymond's offers Brownie and Kodak developing outfits with extra help for timely picture framing. Home Book Co. at 923 Mass Street lists Bibles Testaments Kodak post cards and photo albums.
Paris reports Henryk Sienkiewicz issues protest and appeal to intellectuals over Germanization of Prussian Poland and expropriation of Polish land. He calls on eminent scientists, writers, and artists to publicly express views to reflect universal conscience.
A theater manager and a drug store proprietor were arrested on warrants for alleged entertainments last Sunday, following complaints by a Baptist church member. Pleas of not guilty were entered and hearings set for December 24. The notice also mentions Christmas gifts and dress skirts offered at half value, urging readers to shop Eriksen's and Kirby Drug and Jewelry.
The post office opened a special wattdraw window to handle holiday stamp and weighing needs. A separate window handles registered mail with plainly written addressee details. Registered letters and parcels are insured up to 25 dollars at no extra cost and receipts are issued. City and rural carriers offer registration for various mail items, and the rush suggests record holiday receipts for Lawrence post office, with last quarter receipts up 219.17 over last year.
In Leavenworth on December 18 18 attorney general Jack Jackson moved to halt operations of joint liquor venues in district court seeking temporary injunctions. Witness T A Hensee testified he bought liquor at seized bar fixtures sites while sheriff returns showed enforcement. Judge Gillpatrick paused rulings and said a decision would come next Saturday.
The family thanks friends and neighbors for kindness shown during their loss of father J. H. Shimmons. Nellie McCall and brothers offer appreciation for support from town and community.
A dispatch from Vladivostok reports that the Tavs have been ordered to leave the home for days. Jewish Syhtees days extend, however, are given days to liquidate.
Smith, vice president of the New York Central railroad, was acquitted on a charge related to the Brewster express wreck at Woodlawn last February in which twenty four people died. Justice Kelle directed the verdict.
Directors announce an evening gathering for members with a sack event and a line of post cards Kodak albums and Bibles as gifts priced from 10c to 3.50. Boylen 725 Mass street offers Brownie Cameras priced 1.09 to 5.00 at Raymond's Drug Store. Palace of Sweets features Vanilla Tea Cream Chocolate Tea Cream Banana Jee Apricot Tea. Wiedemann's advertises turkey scarcity and Donmire Esymond's 5¢ can be ordered for any size.
Fragmentary critique recounts B F Ware and Allen Brown figures in a Kansas era debate. It contrasts Ware’s praise and Brown’s ambitions with political fallout, Harper's Ferry references, and questions whether two voices share a common authorial thread or if poetic license explains divergent histories.
A Tokyo paper says it will not publish inflammatory dispatches about the American fleet heading to the Pacific. It notes the voyage could alert the world but insists the trip aims to threaten Japan is unfounded. It hopes U S authorities act prudently to avoid anti Japanese sentiment prompted by the visit.
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