26 Dec 1905
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 26, 1905
Page
1
Fragmentary filing reads as a notice from a notary public at 721 Mass about a second floor national bank building project. It includes a telephone contact and mentions confinement and payments, with vague references to medical terms and country mileage figures. The readable fragment lacks clear names, dates, or concrete actions.
William S. Madden, a Holton area farmer, died in a house fire two miles east of Holton. His children, returning from a town Christmas entertainment, found the home in ashes and later located Madden's remains among the ruins.
New York December 26 certificates of election were presented to Munsor McClellan and the other candidate who, on the face of the returns, were successful in the last election.
Laula C. Bock father of Mrs. Marshall Field Jr. and a prominent Chicagoan died last night from Brights disease. Ed Manter, express and baggage wagon, hauled trunks to and from depots, moved household goods.
A major blaze in Uniontown Pennsylvania destroyed an ex change hotel early today. About 150 guests fled in nightwear as flames cut through the building. The fire trapped a theatrical company and Hungarian servant girls were nearly smothered before rescue by ladders and bystanders. Mrs Gane and two daughters were overcome but later helped to the street.
Freight trade men in Kansas pledge to ignore the state railroad board order requiring a per cent reduction in all grain rates by January 15 unless forced by courts. The board will likely seek mandatory orders to enforce compliance. The dispute hinges on evidence presented by Carr Taylor versus tariffs cited by the railroads and the commissioners.
Washington December 26 Roosevelt waives civil service rules for a 1900 Emma North Carolina post office defense and promotes S H Alexander to clerk. Two burglars were hanged. Maxwell in Cherokee county murder case receives pardon after jury and officials supported his release. Fern led the quarrel and Maxwell, a mine pit boss with good record, shot him amid an attack by Ferns gang known as the Dirty Dozen.
Dec 26 11340 a m dispatch says fighting near Moscow spanned the outskirts rather than the city center. Mortuaries are filled with the dead and hospitals cannot house the wounded. Private homes shelter many injured as artillery demolishes several buildings used by revolutionists for bombs.
Insurgent forces attacked Kazan and Nicholai railroad stations in Moscow as troops engaged the mob. About three thousand revolutionary militia arrived by a special train from Perovo. Insurgents held Poerovo and Liuberty stations, and red flag flew from buildings.
A freight train struck the Avon basketball team coach carrying players home from a game and celebration in Freehold New Jersey. One player John Hennerman of Asbury Park was killed others injured with skull fractures and two fatally hurt.
Fire in Little Rock Arkansas on December 26 wiped out every building on a block bordered by Second Third Loulatana and Center Streets. Losses include a carriage repository owned by Fred Roesch valued around fifty thousand dollars. A burned miner reported murdered in a district lay included the old Jewish death valley area. A synagogue received the victims and several small buildings. The total losses remain unclear with conflicting reports of a missing boy friend and a shooting incident involving Scott. Also noted are notices from Philadelphia about the death of Louie N. Meagre and various commercial and household promotions and misprints across the era.
In San Domingo on December 26 troops pursued General Carlos F Morales after it was announced he had left the capital for an unknown destination. A battle occurred ten miles from the city with rebel commander Aeners Pimenel reportedly attacked by government forces. The president’s whereabouts remain unclear.
Two masked men entered Dull Landers restaurant at midnight in Armourdale Kansas forcing J T Dutt to surrender his pearl handled revolver and demanding cash. Seven other men were present as robbers searched pockets and forced patrons to face the wall. The haul totaled 34 dollars.
Topeka December 2 A 55 percent dividend has been declared for creditors of the defunct First Nations Bank, Receiver Bradley said today. Payment will occur around January 9 1906, returning about 825000 to 3000 creditors. Deposits total about 1 500 000.
Patrick Murphy a track walker for the Missouri Kansas & Texas Railway Company was assaulted by two men as he crossed a bridge north of town. Murphy was knocked 28 feet into a creek and beaten into unconsciousness. He is not expected to live.
Six armed men halted a crowded Ashland avenue streetcar at thirty sixth street firing through windows and roof while robbing passengers including children. The conductor severed the trolley pole, plunging the car into darkness as robbers clashed with riders and crew. A wagon of police arrived and the bandits were captured though bruised in the struggle.
The State of Mexico bank will double its present capital of 1,500,000. The new stock will be sold at a premium of 6 1 2 per 100 shares, as the bank reports strong prosperity. Former United States Senator Bard injured in a runaway near Oxnard California. He suffered a dislocation and fracture of his left hip. The steamships New York and Catania were delayed by stormy weather December 19 and 20 while en route from Southampton and Liverpool to New York. The New York traveled at reduced speed for eight hours.
A self described king of tramps proclaims his wealthy birth and bar training before recounting gambling debts that led to robbing his father’s safe. He boasts of travels through Europe and prison stints, and cheers at the magistrate's pending jail term, claiming a "century" of prior sentences.
Miss Bloochs Gertrude Kelk of Allentown won 93000 damages against Rev Edgar J Hellman for breaking a promise of marriage. During the trial she became acquainted with Adam J Hummels of Philadelphia, whom she has just married. The couple will set up a home near Philadelphia, and Hellman plans to contribute 83000 to the settlement.
Iiven Up Title of Baron Herman Von Wetter a 26 year old six foot two inch German marries Miss Louise Aulburst in Stamford Conn He left his title to wed and plans to study electrical engineering He met her in Dresden where she studied art His great grandfather Baron Von Wetter Rosenthal aided Washington in the Revolutionary War Mrs Jefferson Davis widow of the Confederate president still resides in New York wintering south Beauvoir in Mississippi now home to Confederate veterans Mrs Davis spends winters in the south with friends She lives in a quiet uptown New York apartment with one servant She is far from right I guarantee every pound of coffee that I sell B B Hinchman Comer Grocery
Sunday school members at Pickney school house held a Christ toss entertainment in Dick hall this afternoon and raised funds. The Salvation Army served over 100 baskets to the poor for Christmas, each containing chicken cranberries potatoes bread butter apples and nuts, with many donations from grocers and individuals.
Anefort the city moves to secure an option on brick and pave several streets. Lawrence has begun paving and plans to extend the effort in the coming spring, with Mississippi Street to the university and Theat Street noted for strong price gains as paving progresses.
An inventor discusses a new explosive tested at mines in Aslentos with promising results and potential commercial use if patents are granted. Reports mention bright prospects, experiments planned with larger tests, and involvement of a metal company seeking to develop the patent.
Rock Island and Frisco leaders deny reports they seek an outlet to the south Atlantic or to acquire the Katy line. B F Yoakum, executive head, says the reports are baseless and that the Frisco and Rock Island have no designs of the M E T. In Paris, orders were issued to prepare French squadrons for potential service in Russian waters.
Near the close in New York the call money rate jumped to 30 percent and quickly rose to 35 percent, signaling tight money conditions as trading ended.
Real estate transfers listed include Watkins Bank to A M Rundle, 93200 north three of block and four of 16-15-18, with deed. Lawrence county transfers to Franklin E K Brooke Sl, Pt ge Ay of db 218. and Margaret Coffe and hb to Amands Logab on west jy of 18-43-19. The rest is a stray letter about social etiquette and a nostalgic Christmas town reflection noting high finances and busy trade with widespread happiness.
In Wichita yesterday a Washburn Topeka vs Fairmount game under a proposed three down ten yard rule ended in a 0 0 tie. Players and coaches argued the reform would not be a success, and efforts to switch to four downs were not adopted in the match.
Town merchants enjoyed strong business and residents had funds for purchases during the holiday period. Yet lack of street lights contributed to frequent robberies, emboldening criminals. Officials expect lights to arrive in February and be activated by districts to curb crime and restore security.
The Lawrence express office faced record traffic last week with staff working past midnight and into Saturday night. Despite extra employees, phones went unanswered and receipts were not issued for packages. Deliveries occurred daily including Christmas Day as the firm reorganized routes for forthcoming work starting January. Abe Levy received a Christmas gift funded by a reallocation of territory to Kansas Indian Territory and Oklahoma instead of Texas.
A college town anticipates Christmas with visitors from beyond the city. A Kansas trail story project is planned by W A Madaria, a Covert lawyer, to document the Santa Fe route. Edna Glenn, 12, dies from lung disease. burial planned tomorrow in Lacompton. Holiday discounts at Wolk's Book Store. opera adaptation of As Told In the Blue presented at the theatre. Freshmen football from Kansen University loses 2 to 0 to Ft Scott High School on a safety.
A typist complains about cruel birthday gifts and slips of sarcasm in gifts from relatives in Manayunk Tacoma and beyond. A sister with four boys receives a darning outfit, a niece gets a book on conduct, and a college girl endures slang. Police reported two drunks and minor disturbances with fines.
News reports a daylight lynching in Barnwell Friday in which I. B. Craddock, a white merchant, was killed by Frank and John DeLoache two African American men who were captured and shot dead. Sheriff Creech relays the brutal act to Governor Hayward and vows action. Also noted is the appointment of Sinzo Aoki as Japanese minister to the United States.
E. E. Snyder a former banker at Ofia was sentenced in Avamosa Iowa to pay a 100 fine and costs after pleading guilty to fraudulent banking His failure cost depositors about 100000 and creditors sought clemency in the Southern Court House case Louisville Kentucky fire damages Jefferson County Court House this afternoon The old structure saw flames confined to roof and top floors A man in southern Kansas near Haskell was seen acting distraught as his teenage daughter vanished with a witness later spotting a girl near the Wakarusa River though no inquiry followed The man gave residence as Saint Lawrence and his name was not released
Fire from a chimney at 12:20 pm at 1018 Tennesee ar rest burned at the rear roof until extinguished by the prompt response of the fire department. Loss described as slight. Nearby, a Christmas family reunion and Mrs Whitman’s birthday were noted with a large four course dinner for honored guests including H F Whitman and A Marshall. Advertisements mention farm and city property loans and a Kansas State Teachers meeting in Topeka with round trip fare. A birth announcement from Morrison & Lam om cites a child born to Mrs Zwick in Oklahoma City.
Wheat figures for December and May and July futures with cash quotes and staples. Corn prices listed for December and May with No 2 white and mixed varieties. Hay and timothy notes plus butter and egg receipts and meat futures including pork lard and bacon values.
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