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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 03, 1909
Page
1
Two firms will separate after February 16, creating distinct operations with two offices and substantial workforces. Remaining details outline organizational changes and staffing plans for the split.
New York reports fugitive from justice Broughton Brandenburg, sought since bail was forfeited on a forged Grover Cleveland letter charge, last seen at his West Ninth Street lodging Sunday night. He denies giving up the fight and cites a plan behind the Lawrence express office split, forecasting two separate offices in Lawrence for Pacific and Wells Fargo, with ongoing staff and counsel, amid broader franchise changes and anticipated competition and expansion to Ottawa and nearby towns.
The jury found Fred Miglario not guilty after a brief deliberation in the defamation case arising from a pupil punishment in Lecompton. The trial followed a prior Lecompte conviction for cruelty against Miglario and featured witnesses including County Superintendent C. O. Bowman and County Attorney Harley.
A fragmented listing shows 12th and 13th attorneys at law MENGER and GILLISPIE with addresses on 12 Massachusetts Street and 323 Indians Street plus phone numbers. Also listed is Dr M Sy M.D. at Mass Mass Street offering general practice including obstetrics and minor surgery with free hours 100 to 2 pm.
The Kansas penitentiary at Leavenworth fixed binding twine prices at 7 cents per 5,000 pounds and 7 1/4 cents for smaller orders, undercutting the twine trust and last year’s levels. Shipments of 1,000 bales of sisal at 5.35 were approved as cheaper supply avenues emerge amid broader financial tightening. Portland, Oregon. February 3.
California papers respond to anti Japanese moves, noting eastern criticism and fears that state legislation may slow settlement solutions. They argue public sentiment is misunderstood east of the Rockies while administration sees no objection to land ownership bans for aliens.
Thomas L. Lewis won re election as Mine Workers president by 10,200 votes over Jul Walker, 64,037 to 66,703. Other officers failed to win a majority. Washington officials discussed the Japanese question with Nevada senators, while Assemblyman Drew received a letter from the president about his anti-variant land bill. Also report of Mrs. Minnie F. Buzard dying after using a corn medicine from a porch sample. Exhibition hours announced for picture show.
A Kansas City gathering of Kansas State Agricultural College alumni in Manhattan discussed methods to oppose proposed abandonment of the engineering department and to push for larger state appropriations. They proposed unifying control with one board to replace the current two boards from KU and K State to avoid duplicated efforts.
Three men were killed and one fatally injured when two stock trains on the Chicago Milwaukee St Paul railroad collided headon near Powersville Missouri by the Iowa line. The dead include Engineer John Stipp of Chillicothe Fireman James Brown of Ottumwa Iowa and T F Belcher of Ottumwa. Engineer Tom Kent of Laredo Missouri was fatally injured. Bodies not yet recovered and four exis of prize livestock rolled down the embankment with most cattle killed.
In Topeka the Senate voted to retain county assessors in counties over 23,000 population and Douglas County keeps its assessor amid a clash with the House over furniture spending. A bill reimposing a 400000 bond on Lawrence appears unlikely to pass. The legislature adjourned to meet in Manhattan and a visit may benefit relations with the State University and Agricultural College. Julia M Newlin jokes about the House versus Senate, while a banking liabilities bill gains attention.
A flurry of visits and travels as residents and visitors pass through Kansas City and nearby towns. Names include Barker Jefe, Minnun, Toore, iver Colwell, Mrs M U Greenlees, Dedoin Ourland, Joly Connor, Demuison Kansas, Miss Gussig Weber, Nellie Myers, Male Ellis, Mrs W U Weir, Mileens Weaver, Sam Marks, Miss Mary Haskins, Mrs Netthy Treworgy, Edith Griffin, Mrs JK Wilson, Mrs M Meade, Miss Florence Clark, Mr WY Mardin, Miss Jane Wright, Rev and Mrs Clib Milton, Mr and Mrs Larry Johnson, Greta Mutter, Alice Murdock, Josephine Mish, and others in transit or visiting local hosts.
Douglas County Fair Association directors discuss bringing the Parker Number 1 show to Lawrence in May to fund a fall fair. Talbot represents Parker interests and will return with pictures. a May exhibit would create a spring carnival park at a location like South Park. The animal show now touring Kansas City’s Nipporome features 26 cars and 360 people.
Mary Wright stands trial for the murder of Beulah Wright age sixteen. Mrs H John Bezel testifies she saw the body and notes marks on the face. The case alleges Mrs Wright strangled the girl and smeared acid on the lips to fake suicide. In Philadelphia a man Maurice P Patterson and a woman Margaret Lowax were found dead in bed in a central city hotel room
Washington reports that a House Merchant Marine committee considers a bill requiring ocean-going vessels to be equipped with wireless telegraphs with monthly efficiency reports. Secretary Satterlee orders naval commanders with wireless gear to report on monthly efficiency. separate revenue notes and a February 3 call for federal funds mention funds and a cutter tow to safety.
A jumble of 1920s item snippets mentions West End Bakery praise for bread, a 1 o clock Friday meeting of Lincoln s 290th, and long sheets for Nebraska. The passage also notes piano coupons and a bribery brief in a Standard Oil case filed in Jefferson City.
Fire broke out this morning in Washburn Illinois destroying three business houses and fatally injuring two men. In Arkansas a Senaterelect near Hot Springs was not found among six miles of topography. Mr Root started a brief stroll, lost his way, and wandered six miles before finding a path back to the city. Paper by the pound at Boughton’s 1025 Mass street. The picture exhibition is open Monday Wednesday and Friday evenings from 8 to 10. Try the Coffee Tea with whipped cream at Wiedemann’s.
Government widens grand jury probe to include alleged frauds in town lot scheduling. Witnesses from Texas and Missouri, including George Wright of the Five Civilized Tribes, testify as investigators examine blocks and land apportionments amid pending charges.
W T Vernon, the SAS ace, travels by special car through Topeka toward Oklahoma, to deliver speeches on race questions. He boards a car at Caldwell Kansas and keeps it until reaching Oklahoma, with planned stops in El Reno Oklahoma City Guthrie and Muskogee for engagements about Jim Crow and negro rights.
Wichita Kansas voters approved a commission government plan with a total turnout of 4,317 and about 60 percent backing the plan. Critics claim the election was illegal and protest actions are planned, as old officials resist the change amid heated debate.
Fragmentary dispatch reports Taft will depart Colon for New Orleans via Canal Zone with plan to adjust schedules. Senate action on a house bill sets February 12 as a legal holiday in honor of Jabranabe Sinend, amid unclear phrasing about presidential proclamation and dates. Walter Weaver of Iowa Supreme Court faces forged papers case in District Court.
Fragmentary notice from a clue filled page references elections in Illinois and Springfield with garbled lines about ballots and bonds. The readable bits mention Bell Brothers Piano Co and possible campaign or ballot context, but the text is incoherent and incomplete.
Kansas City and Chicago market notes show grain receipts and prices for wheat corn and oats, with soybeans, rye and packing figures. Cattle and hog markets include receipts nationwide and prices for beef steers cows and heifers stockers and feeders with top cattle values and live stock totals.
In Pittsburg two dozen officers arrested over the carnival of crime against white women. About 126 African Americans were taken into custody. 43 discharged for honest work, others fined or held pending more study. Fear of riots grows as rumors spread of armed self defense and potential clashes with police. Women arm themselves and police whistles circulate amid a tense residential district.
Francis Sinclair says he regrets marriage and calls it a form of legalized slavery while arguing that love can outpace convention. He criticizes traditional domestic vows, notes economic factors, and questions why couples marry, suggesting many thrive without ceremonies or legal ties. He compares marriage to social bondage and reflects on past choices.
A Colonial Dames meeting highlights the day with Mrs W B Brownell and Mrs AL Ju Manley in Lawrence on the board The Kan sas University chapter reception for Agges Emery Miss Bertha Baisky hosts Easter Whist club The wedding of Jessie Fitz to Martin Holcomb in Vinland drew prominence with Miss Clara Holcomb attending Embroidery club gathering hosted by Mrs Frank Hogun
Eight City street cleaning department workers and the foreman of a private contractor were arraigned on grand larceny by fraud charges. Tickets were issued for snow removal work. all defendants held on bail for further hearing.
Arizona territorial council approves bill to abolish rangers. governor to veto anticipated. Democrats say rangers used for political purposes. measure mirrors house action. Includes note on Tucker assignment and Wisconsin senate ballot inconclusive. California flooding disrupts Sacramento River traffic. Local ads market piano coupons bonds and real estate offers. Bayles store advertises Jersey calves.
An assortment of notices and ads includes a new poem by Harry Kemp titled 1A Kansan's Choice, a for rent listing for a 3 room upstairs and downstairs unit with kitchen, several sales including a 6 year old mare with harness priced at 160 dollars, a timber of Plymouth rack pallets for sale, and miscellaneous Bell phone classifieds. The fragment also mentions a vocational call for bone work and several contact numbers.
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