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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 24, 1913
Page
1
Washington reports the second division prepared for mobilization to join forces on the Mexican border. Major General Carter supervises units from Galveston while other brigades move with readiness for rapid deployment.
Topeka dispatch reports House Speaker introduced a resolution urging the Kansas Legislature to back a federal act protecting American citizens after the slaying of a figure and the vice president. The measure calls for steps to safeguard citizens and asks the United States to extend protection to victims and loyal residents.
Mexico City reports that former president Francisco I Madero and vice president Jose Pino Suarez were killed during a midnight transfer from the national palace to the penitentiary. Official accounts cite a struggle with guards and a pursuing mob, while witnesses and family members seek full responsibility. An autopsy was ordered and bodies withheld from relatives pending further inquiry amid public doubt of official explanations. The incident follows their Tuesday arrest and marks a dramatic rupture in the country’s leadership.
The ex president Diaz declares he will not return to Mexico while revolutionary turmoil continues. He would escort me to Vera Cruz if needed, but only if a settled government is reestablished there and viewed without risk of misinterpretation. He aims to support US policy and remains hopeful for peace before returning.
The official investigation into the death of Ma Nero and Suarz focuses on contradictory statements while authorities pursue a second encounter near the building. Reports say cars fled, factions reconcile, and Huerta appears to hold the upper hand as Zapata’s followers arrive to seek peace in the south. Ernesto Madero flees Vera Cruz aboard a UB gunboat with his family awaiting departure.
The town prepares to publicly honor Norner Governor John Joh of Kansas after eight years of fighting for prohibition. Supporters praise his steadfast faith and leadership while noting he will not seek office again. The mood is celebratory as a notable public figure is recognized.
Tomorrow marks St Johns Day in Lawrence with interest in ex governor's visit. A large spren dil crowd is expected at the Methodist Church to hear him speak under WL TT Ww, with the audience entertained by that organization. George Hodges from Topeka will also spend the day here. The governor's first visit since Lawrence's election, temperance songs by Mrs A d Pronfiss will be sung at the gathering.
A fractured temperance rally song urges the public to rise in defense of homes and orphans. It calls for citizens to enlist beneath temperance banners and march in solid columns to oppose drunkenness and Satanic forces threatening town safety. The verse ends with an appeal to continue on page 8.
A brief weather blurb predicts likely snow tonight or Tuesday with warmer conditions tonight. Forecast mentions possible flurries around 2 PM today and notes a 4.6 Wiha pressure reading, indicating unsettled cold air.
In Topeka the Kansas House intensifies plans to oppose Ways and Means recommendations, especially the 1,460,069 appropriation for Kansas University. Rumors say a strong fight will erupt when the bill reaches the House, with other allocations likely trimmed amid ongoing opposition. The Senate and House leaders may unify on timing as sessions proceed.
The council must act on the water problem this evening taking first steps toward appraisal. Officials warn against hindrance by those who fear fair action for the Water Company. Public duty demands pure, adequate water and timely tests to move the process forward.
Lawrence military men fret over possible U S intervention in Mexico and the need to mobilize National Guard units. Kansas guards near the conflict are seen as likely first called, with Company H and University Hospital corps named among early responders. Public sentiment varies between intervention likely and keeping out, with memories of prior musterings shaping expectations.
Federal suit in local court accuses Labor Trust and associates of conspiring to strike against the Postal Telegraph Cable Company. Government alleges interference with interstate commerce and transmission of messages, seeks injunction to end actions injuring postal and telegraph operations. The case targets officers and employees alleged to conspire to disrupt government communications and rail freight.
A damaged report describes a recent storm bringing two below zero temperatures and heavy snowfall. It notes the cold and high winds in Anglshore and mentions inches of snow expected to fall during the storm lasting last Friday. The account recalls parts of the prior day’s events and mentions the storm’s impact on the area.
The district court postponed the assignment of Kansas Nature property to federal receivers, with Judge Tullock rescheduling to March 24. Attorneys for the federal receivers said they were not ready, and the utilities commission hearing was also postponed, pending more time for evidence and due process.
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