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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1902
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal reviews Kansas polit ical factions with focus on Republican splits, canal schemes, and the commercial club meeting. It reports on ongoing disputes, paving issues on Massachusetts Street, and comments on Lawrence’s growth and civic improvements.
Washington lawmakers heard National Rivers and Harbors congress members from 22 states push for a river and harbor bill. They cited 18 million tons on the Mississippi and 35 million through Sault Ste. Marie, urging deepened draft vessels and broader export gains.
Secretary Hitchcock told the cabinet about leasing Standing Rock Indian lands in the Dakotas. He noted 311 adult male Indians authorized leases covering 1,229,760 acres where about Indian families reside and that bonds will be required to prevent overstocking or timber loss. A separate item reports a Michigan man attempting to kill his wife before being arrested.
A Boston reader reports relief from six years of dyspepsia and headaches after trying Hood's Sarsaparilla. The testimonial claims appetite returned and digestion improved, urging others to buy a bottle today.
Secretary Reet calls for new 548000 defrayment to cover Philippine scouts after insular government ceased pay December 1. Reports say about 5000 to 6000 men to be supported, as the War Department outlines the needed deficiency appropriation for ongoing service.
In a session crowded with foreign policy and financial measures the Senate touched the Philippines with debate on a proposed senate committee to investigate administration amid calls for witnesses. House discussions covered pension reform, Confederate veterans rights, and a constitutional amendment on election qualifications while shipyard and steel schedules drew tariff scrutiny.
The piece notes exports from Cube rising and imports falling since American rule began, signaling more stability. It mentions Cubens reflecting on rulers and turning points in careers, then shifts to a medical ad for Hoatetter's Stomach Bitters claiming relief from stomach liver and bowel issues and alleging widespread past use.
Manila reports Col. Marisigan and forces surrendered unconditionally to Gen. Bell on January 10 after a campaign in Barangay province. The surrender included 219 rifles and one cannon with 3 colonels and other officers among the multiple prisoners. Bell expects further surrenders and equipment in coming days as operations continue in the Tasl district.
An old advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as feeding and tonifying for wasting diseases like consumption. It claims the product feeds the body while microbes starve, restoring lung vitality and offering life for the lungs and flesh for the body.
Washington reports indicate Prince Henry will arrive off New York around February 18 with a brief stay likely. President Roosevelt backs reception plans while Admiral Evans may meet the prince in New York. The Ottawa murder case expands with new sworn statements. Medical Director Laidley named for the World’s Fair in St. Louis. G A R posts condemn Commander Norton for intoxication. charges to be filed. A Virginia guard officer waives exam, held for April grand jury. Scaffolding collapse in Chicago claims lives. Lipton invited to Olympian Games in Chicago with Shamrock US demand. Bank holdup at Cobden fails. nine men bind the marshal but flee. Allison named Republican senator candidate. Dolliver nominated for successor term.
In New York on June 15, Andrew Carnegie spoke at the 63rd anniversary of the Young Men's Garment Association arm, with Edward Rossiter and Warburter presiding. Carnegie urged competence and saving, predicting rail progress and stressing that capital and labor must be allies for success.
A mining accident at the Milby and Dow Mining Company in Dow I T costs ten miners their lives after an underground explosion and subsequent gas suffocation. Separate items note doctrinal resignations from Salvation Army followers of Booth-Cubbern and John Alexander Dowie, plus medical dental ads and commodity chatter from Kansas City trades.
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