Disappeared Man Edward Fitch Reported Safe in Naples
Edwards Fitch of Council Bluffs vanished abroad with his family during a French trip. Detectives searched, cables revealed he was destitute in Naples, asking funds via the American Consul. Family, once of Lawrence, recalled Fitch’s ill health and possible temporary mental imbalance as a factor. News drew wide attention in the East and New York papers.
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Decision Wednesday on John Lewis habeas corpus case
The judge in Leavenworth will rule Wednesday on the habeas corpus petition filed by Leavenworth attorneys for John Lewis who is serving time in the penitentiary. County Attorney Harley argued the case in Leavenworth Saturday and the ruling is not expected to grant the writ.
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Dayton Electric Line Franchise Debate
The city council weighs a new electric line franchise linked to a local utility, with hopes for fair rates under 10 cents and a strong financial forfeit of 5000 dollars. The Dayton bid is viewed as potentially best, and the Journal urges cautious, swift action by the council to protect city interests.
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KU Champion: KU Defeats Washington Univ for Southern Title
KU basketball clinches the southern championship by defeating Washington University of St. Louis 33 to 28 Saturday night in a hard fought gymnasium game. A large crowd attended with standing room scarce. The halftime score favored Washington 14 to 10 as KU secured the necessary wins to seal the title. Earlier, KU defeated St. Louis for the first time this season but won the series to clinch the championship. The KU freshmen team beat Kansas City Central High 34 to 22 in a preliminary matchup.
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Killed by Train Near Keyesville Missouri
Lawrence resident Eli Strode died after being run over by a train Saturday in Keyesville Missouri. The old resident, about 60, had lived in Lawrence for years and recently visited Missouri. News arrived via telegram to Mrs. M. E. Roberts who had befriended him, and a paper with her address aided identification.
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Coyote Duel Ends With Fatal Shot On Farm
Wellington area reports a coyote pair near a farmer’s land. Frank John and Roy Gift chased the animals for about 30 minutes, forcing the death of the male after a final standoff. the other coyote escaped as the hunters pursued on ponies.
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Ice Cream Ad and Furniture Store Blends Notice
A fragmented ad fragment mentions telephone contact for Wiedemann ice cream and a 15 percent figure. It also references Opera Furniture Store and a new furniture display, with unclear wording about “Furniture Bongit” or “Bold.” The readable items hint at promotional content for local shops in a periodical notice.
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Homeward Bound Fleet Welcomed At Hampton Roads
The 1907 world cruise fleet, headed home to Hampton Roads from Virginia Capes, drew a massive crowd as the Mayflower and sixteen white battleships entered Chesapeake Bay. President greeted aboard, admiring the return after 45,000 miles and 14 months abroad, with Admiral Sperry and officials aboard.
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Fatal rear end collision hits Norfolk excursion trains
A February 22 collision on the Norfolk and Southern railroad near Norfolk, Virginia, involved two excursion trains from Greek Quarter to Cape, leaving eight passengers badly injured as crowds awaited the fleet’s homecoming. A mob frayed by the crash added to the chaos.
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Testimony in Cooper Sharp trial details gunfire account
Robin Cooper testified under cross examination about a fatal shooting linked to Senator Carmack amid tense relations with Carmack present. The day’s proceedings included questions on who fired first and where attention was focused, with emphasis on the shooting sequence.
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Ooper
Wreck injures engineer and negro foreman near Harbin
Washington reports engineer W J ONeill and a Black foreman badly scalded when a Southern Railway passenger train derailed near Harbin South Carolina today. Passengers unharmed. Also in Europe the Vanguard dreadnought hull was launched in Barrow England. In Omaha a riot rages South Omaha with fires and killings following the death of Patrolman Lowery and rising tensions with Greek residents. Governor Shallenberger considers troops if needed.
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Ely
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Was Clean Out Arrest Report Attracts Police Court
The crowd fired from two bars injuring at least eight and damaging thirty buildings with heavy missiles. Frank Sweeney and Joseph Gamble, both around 15, were wounded by a slot gun fired into the crowd. The rest of Quilty Parties taken to Police Court Jared after wounds were dressed, then sent home. Some arrests were made and the move was deemed good.
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Joseph Gamble
Quilty
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Ater
Ibis
Washington Birthday Observed Across Lawrence City
Washington's birthday was celebrated as a general holiday in Lawrence. The post office operated with limited hours, schools and the university closed, and many students returned home. Banks were closed and celebratory decorations appeared citywide as events recalled George Washington's birth on February 22, 1732 after calendar changes in 1752.
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Taft Attends University Day Celebration in Philadelphia
President elect Taft stood at the center of a Philadelphia celebration as the University of Pennsylvania marked the 170th anniversary of George Washington's birth. The university has honored Washington's Birthday as "University Day" since 1526, with recent orations by presidents McKinley and Roosevelt.
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Giorano Castro Plans Return as Private Citizen
Dresden Feb 22 Giorano Castro former president of Venezuela intends to return to the country and resume the life of a private citizen.
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Giorano Castro
Venezuela
For Rent and Help Wanted in Journal Classifieds
Classified notices show newly furnished rooms for rent near the business district and job ads for office work including invoicing stock keeping and general duties. A young lady is sought to operate an Oliver typewriter with weekly pay, plus police reports describe recent raids and arrests for intoxication and liquor law violations with multiple individuals held on warrants.
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Political education push shocks readers with junior republic idea
Feb 22 reports Emperor Nicholas rescripts may election May 1 while a flood of school reform rhetoric spreads nationwide. The piece highlights the National Association of Junior Republics promoting citizen training, abolishing masters in schools, and pushing reforms across public and private venues, with educators urged to inspect the model in several states.
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University Art Exhibition Opens on Washington's Birthday
Dissolves Finnish Diet. The Art Exhibition at the University will be open on Washington's birthday from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm. Prof. E. Miller hosted the Old and New club meeting Saturday evening. Quivers club members enjoyed a skating rink party Saturday evening.
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Knights of Columbus Initiation Draws 200+ to Lawrence Banquet
More than two hundred Knights of Columbus members from across Kansas gathered in Lawrence for the initiation of local lodge members. Delegations from Leavenworth Topeka Atchison and Concordia attended. A banquet and ball at Fraternal Aid hall followed the afternoon initiation led by Kansas order officers.
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Tornado at Reese Destroys Depot and Four Buildings
A tornado struck Reese Kansas early today causing the loss of the Missouri Pacific depot and four nearby buildings. Four people suffered serious injuries and eight others were uninjured but shaken. A pumping station at Sul yard was blown across the tracks with John Wells injured.
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Farewell Address Read In Senate On Washington Birthday
Washington February 22 the farewell address of the late president was read in the Senate as usual on Washingtons birthday. The House continued ordinary business with sundry civil appropriation bills under consideration. In Rome flags waved at American institutions and private houses in honor of Washingtons birthday.
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Senate Adjourns Amid Washington's Birthday Absence
Topeka report says the Senate failed to convene with only nine members answering roll call. No business was transacted before adjournment. A railroad committee is to recommend restricting stock and bond issues and refer the bill to judiciary for legality review.
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Farmer Hans Hansen Kills His Children Then Ends His Life
Mondovia Wis Feb 22 Hans B Hansen a farmer near Sirani cuts his four children with a butcher knife and then slashes his own throat in a tragic family tragedy authorities report.
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