President receives New Year's callers at White House
A presidential greeting day features diplomats first and the general public later admitted to the White House, showcasing public access to the executive residence.
01 Jan 1903
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 01, 1903
Page
1
A presidential greeting day features diplomats first and the general public later admitted to the White House, showcasing public access to the executive residence.
Washington January 1 The New Year reception for President Roosevelt and Mrs Roosevelt drew a large, diverse crowd. The White House sparkled with electric lights and palms as diplomats, cabinet members, and citizens exchanged New Year greetings. The Marine Band performed as guests entered the blue room and Col Thea Abingham led introductions with aides.
Washington reports that rejoinders from European powers on Castro arbitration proposals have not arrived yet, reflecting slower communication during holidays. In Rome, Foreign Minister received a reply to Hay's message confirming Castro's acceptance with no new terms, while London noted the U S transmitted Secretary Hay's note. Caracas reports Venezuelan authorities see the proposed changes as reconcilable.
The postmaster general accepts Mr Johnes H Kano's proposal to lease room 2gnSo in the Kabo building at the corner of Washingtopot and Firat avenue for Ardmore 1 TT Oostofics use.
The Topaka Herald reports Chancellor Strong of Stster University greeted warmly by teachers and President Hilbeeas, praised for leadership, amid a Kansas winter day. Prof W W Carreta named to executive committee of the Madera Line gauge association. Miss Gifford to headline recital at the University next week.
A elderly couple were found dead in a churchyard near Leicester after a long closed church, once sealed for 106 years, was reopened. Neighbors recall the couple visiting the site before their deaths as officials examine the case and seek witnesses.
A fashion note from the New York Post describes diverse coat and trim styles. It highlights Monte Carlo styled sacks, black velvet fronts with tucks, fancy veats, undersleeves, and edges of silk stitching. It mentions woolen Scotch weaves and soft fleecy wyolves with decorative gold buttons.
December weather notes from Lawrence Kansas report a colder than average month with 6.25 inches of snow on the 13th to 15th and high humidity. Mean temperatures hovered around mid thirties, with a record 59 cloudiness percent, wind speeds peaking near 40 mph, and overall snowfall totaling 1.53 inches for the season. The entry cites 1984 as a notably cloudier year and records daily and hourly velocity averages along with substantial rainfall and fog events.
In For Her Sake at Bewersock's opera house on Saturday January 9 1973 the Carpenter Company presents a large production with sterling dramatic merit and strong scenery. Tickets are at popular prices. Calendar listings note the engagement across city outlets.
Fragmentary notes describe jewelry items in a market row near the 7100 block on New York Street. Mentions include amber turquoise and pink stones. Details are unclear due to garbled text but indicate a local shop or stall listing various gems.
A fragmentary dispatch discusses international tensions with mentions of Weyler and U S policy, then shifts to South Dakota court news. It reports six Indian divorce cases in Chamberlain, including Engle versus Pipe Eagle Roy, with Roy noted as a woman. Also noted is a brokered tale of Indian admirers and a description of a rapid fire gun versus a machine gun and a note on Sleepy Grass found in New Mexico Texas and Siberia with narcotic effects on livestock.
Fragmentary obituary notes the death of Mrs. Grant and memory of her husband. It recalls a long life, public service, and the loss felt by family and friends. The piece merges domestic reminiscence with historical anecdotes about notable associates and a referenced moment of farewell.
Market wire notes cattle hogs and sheep prices with figures for Kansas City and Chicago grain and dairy quotes. A rental notice at Journal office invites inquiries about a well lit, steam heated hall suitable for dancing and social events.
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