14 Feb 1907
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 14, 1907
Page
1
Record notes Mercer area water overflow measured at 66 inches on the level. Describes impact on roads and bridges with no reported rail damage or destruction.
Fragmented OCR text reports indictments and trial notices in a county court. Names and places are garbled but reference to the Enquirer and local towns appear, suggesting a legal proceeding timeline and a planned trial date.
The Park Grocery in Lawrence Kansas operated by Woodard and Burr presents Belni Flour through Frost Mear Agents. Located at 1300 Mass Street, the shop offers groceries and related goods with two phone lines listed.
In New York a juror’s wife dies prompting a brief respite in the Thaw case. Adjournment looms with questions of mistrial and potential discharge as attorneys debate next steps and whether privacy or emotion affects the proceedings.
A brief advisory states that certain mailings are excluded from weather related notices. It mentions steps to opt out and references the presiding editor. The notice outlines how residents can request removal from specific mailings and clarifies applicable dates.
A man identified as Vfa Duppenhein, a poet and craftsman, reportedly died by suicide during a distressing episode linked to a clothing firm near Kappet Lis. Authorities described the death as self-inflicted after a prior incident at the workplace.
The report notes a U S Circuit court injunction to halt grain hoarding and control elevators. It mentions a spoil master’s findings and references permanent injunctions. In Topeka on Feb 14 the House committee backed Saunders bill for a state liquor inspector and the legislative apportionment bill.
A committee is appointed to investigate Warden Haskell following an order to probe conduct. The move comes amid scrutiny of the jail administration and calls for formal inquiries by the governing body.
A sneak thief entered the Trejilla and Kreider Lumber office last night and forced open the cash drawer but found no money. Police are investigating the burglary attempt.
The Kansas lower house passed by unanimous vote a bill enabling first class cities to adopt government by commission. Lawrence residents are urged to support the second class city bill as well. Proponents argue the system offers many benefits and fairness with paid officials.
Feb 14 dispatch from Tine Bliff Arkansas reports a destructive blaze causing about $200,000 in damages. Two people died, including Hie wast Hers thin ase One, and another victim was killed by Reed inside the burning building while intoxicated. A thousand residents were displaced or homeless after the fire.
The Topeka bill prohibits high school students from joining secret societies. Introduced by Miller of Pine Kell and reported for passage by the House Educational Committee. It makes membership in a fraternity a misdemeanor for high school pupils.
Fragmentary report notes a subpoena directed at J. J. Bill amid House activities. Text mentions legal process and confusion over proceedings with unclear references to dates places or authorities.
The National Woman's Suffrage Association opened its national convention in Chicago with speakers including Lil De Menyes and Susan B Anthe ny. plans for a permanent merit plan and strong suffrage advocacy are discussed. Local ads promote Buna Pepe products and items at Wiedemann's and L. F. Conklin's with valentines at Boyles' store. Mrs. Huff's song recital is slated for Frazer Hall tonight.
Obituary notice appears amid assorted local business lines at EAST WARREN ST. GROCERY and Wm. Messenheimer’s grocery meat market. Mentions former Civil War colonel tied to Ohio volunteers, plus small items on pipes and novelties from Wolf's and city shops.
A jumble of business notices and classifieds appears. Listings include gas fitting for coal furnaces by E H Learned at 107 West Henry, shop orders at 1101 Kentucky, groceries and meats at Street Grocery, G W Schell ads, Valentine shopping at Boyles, The King Hotel under new management by John Shields, real estate broker J B Kenyon, expo literature for Jamestown, Colonial toilet articles by Wolf, guttering and tin work by Now's the Time to Col op F Af Pennett, and miscellaneous clerical lines about printing capacity and sales staff.
Social and personal items list entertainments and visits, a marriage license, and church notes. Mrs I E Ler to entertain the Woman's Auxiliary. Miss Gardner to speak on Episcopal views in Rome Venice and Paris. Mrs Milert to discuss Austria. a Monitor demonstration to be seen at Kennedy Ernst hardware.
A fragmented Kansas bulletin notes oil price increases and regional market movements. The brief mentions transportation and local business hints but unreadable phrases obscure specifics.
Feb 14 Topeka reports a postponed rate cut tied to road and transit bills. The confusion delays action as lawmakers debate funding and policy changes affecting utilities and public works, with tensions rising over which projects will receive support and how delays impact commuters.
Fragmentary text shows a notice of a recital course starting tonight with mentions of dates and individuals. The readable names include Mays and Dit, with incomplete context about final dates or venues. The item reads like a local event brief with uncertain details.
A minor vessel incident reported in Vorlons region describes a small wreck near the seater Tp with no serious injuries noted. Authorities investigated the scene and logged preliminary details for follow up.
Geo Stuart and others travel to Baldwin and nearby towns. AWesley social gathering with Mrs. Chas Elwell and Mrs. Hugh Means featured music and games. The Marian Benedict marriage notice, the Williams and Cripple Creek connection, and a Priscilla Embroidery Club meeting with prizes and refreshments are noted. A Valentine party hosted by Mrs Moyant highlighted costumes, cards, and a formal two course luncheon with yellow and white decor.
Safe Tebor faced arraignment for intoxication and resisting an officer. He stood detained until sober, then received fines of 15 dollars for resisting and a general fine for being drunk, plus court costs.
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