25 Jan 1907
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1907
Page
1
Illness of Eaul Gauch noted with appendicitis but improving. Episcopal ladies plan a food sale at Wagstall's Saturday afternoon. Quilting business offered for sale until February 1 or until sold, at a bargain price. Suitable for a couple of ladies or young men. Call 9 East Henry or Bell 1627 for details.
Raymonds advertises bath tub enamel and 25 cent box paper in its window. Mre Prac tice's Home Store at 1195 Menashewela offers Lowney Cake and Bell chocolates as popular items for shoppers.
New York January reports jury selection in the Thaw case proceeding at a glacial pace. Six men accepted by noon, many examined. Evelyn Thaw and other family members attend as the courtroom fills with spectators and newsmen.
Topeka January 25 The house approved a measure by an 87 to 20 margin prohibiting theatrical and circus performances as well as baseball on Sundays in a move aimed at enforcing Sunday rest.
The state built oil road near the cemetery is praised as a great success. The latest section runs west of the cemetery along Cleveland street and connects with a three block stretch toward Severance. A previously sandy, mud plagued route is now hard packed and usable for bicycles, with future grading and one more oil application planned.
In Topeka on January 25 the Kansas House set aside Wednesday at 2 PM to review railroads committee reports on antipass bills. The majority backs the Polley bill prohibiting political passes. A seven-member minority favors the Stone bill, the toughest measure. J S Johnson of Miami county supports the Ki bill requiring passes for all state officers and legislators.
Miss Helen Phipps violin and Miss Nema Phipps piano gave a fine recital at the Presbyterian church in Lawrence. A large audience enjoyed the performances with praise for Helen on violin and Nema for her merit at the keyboard.
In Denver on January 25 over 300 accredited delegates from states and territories west of the Missouri River attend the dry farming congress sessions. Attendance swells to about 1,000 with visitors. The morning program features a talk by Dr. E. R. Nichols president of the Kansas Agricultural College and brief discussions on dry farming in various states by delegates.
Washington January 25 190 Reynolds and others announce an extended window for homestead entrants in North Dakota South Dakota Idaho Minnesota Montana Washington and Wyoming whose residence requirement expired after December 7 1900. The joint resolution sets May 14 1907 as the new deadline to establish settlement.
Senator Simons introduces a general primary bill proposing nationwide candidate voting including United States senators by direct vote. A separate incident reports a woman injured after a fall from a window in a townhouse, with her husband planned to wake her, and police were notified.
The article describes a new steel dam 200 feet long and 70 feet wide near Velena Mane. It claims the dam will generate about 15 000 horsepower and, with the canyon ferry plant, could make Velena Mane the largest electricity producer in the region aside from Niagara.
A Cuban report says rural leaders were sent to Santiago de Las Vegas where General Aveneiliat is trying to use authority to quell a rumored uprising. Trouble is seen as likely unless the government acts now.
A coordinated effort by the health department the building department and the state factory inspector's office led to a marked decrease in reported scarlet fever cases yesterday as part of ongoing control measures.
A senate bill would ban baking powder containing ingredients deemed injurious to health and prohibit misleading labels. The measure seeks to ensure safe formulations and clear ingredient disclosures for consumers.
Officials from western states gathered to discuss oil resource policies at a conference. Representatives aimed to unify positions and advocate for shared approaches to crude production and distribution.
Weather and social fragments report heavy wind and snow on the southern half of Kansas City with January conditions. Mentions K F Conklin’s store and a Stratton’s Menthelis remark about a custie mer and keeping items in the house.
The Baker University basketball team routed Kansas State Agricultural College 70 to 24 in an indoor game. Star guard Hoover missed due to illness, Brainard stepped in, and the Baker offense dominated despite poor weather and home crowds.
Madrid reports a severe quake near Alicante yesterday with no damage. Robert DeArmond, noted bass vocalist, to sing at Y M C A on January 28. Local ads promote olive oil from Raymond's, chocolates at Wiedemann's, school papers at Boyles, and fresh seafood from seal shipped oysters.
The article notes Mabel Coy, a fifteen year old, being turned over to her father by the probate judge this morning. Her father expects to keep custody and cites plans for her future care and education, including a move to Leavenworth for guardianship.
Merchants and AIL Feliinges magazine stalls observed a notable stork themed event at Wolf's store. The scene drew attention from local shoppers and brand teams.
The city recorded a sudden 50 degree fall with the thermometer dropping to 18 degrees, ending a weeks long warm spell that kept flowers blooming. Notable travel and social notes include Geo. Jones visiting from Kansas Cri erson City and various gatherings at Topeka and nearby locales with guests and university events.
A blaze at the old 76 distilling company plant and warehouse in Newport, Kentucky, caused about $250000 in damage before it was controlled at daybreak. The report mentions related shop items and local ads for chocolates, Valentine designs, and photography services at Wolf’s and Wiedemont’s.
Doc Burns appeared for a preliminary hearing before Judge Yronks and was bound over without bond. A want ad in the Journal sold a safe to a man in Eudora today. The Journal ad sells the work. The Palace of Sweets claims the city’s largest line of homemade can dies. Red Snapper is listed for dinner tomorrow at the Hiawatha Cafe. Miss Phippe recites this evening at the Presbyterian church.
The Interstate Commerce Commission's first report under the Milman-Gitkepie resolution examines discriminations and monopolies in bituminous coal transport. It cites con submitted stock ownership across coal companies and ties to railroad freight associations, aiming to abolish competition among independent operators and stabilize rates in the affected region.
Denver reports four more bodies recovered this morning bringing total to twelve as rescue efforts continue at the Primero mine. Officials say the disaster site remains active with search crews on duty and authorities coordinating recovery operations.
Celebrated cellist and accompanist Miss Ora Averitt DeArmond will appear at the Y M C A. Crane's well known writing papers are sold by Boughton at 1025 Mason Street.
A flurry of travels and visits across Topeka and Kansas City includes Chas Tucker and Tom Sweeny heading to Topeka last evening, Kay Spencer leaving for Albuquerque, and Alfred Cutter and Mrs. Mary R. Peabody in motion. Community events feature Kappa Alpha Theta and Theta Nu Epsilon pledges, Priscilla Embroidery club gatherings, and a church supper fundraiser with debt relief efforts. residents attend parties at Mappler and Mrs. Platte’s home as dates and guests from multiple towns converge.
Kansas City notes show wheat futures May 4 July 72 Sept 7 and mixed No. 2 and No. 3 quotes. Corn May July Sept and oats prices listed with hay and butter and eggs values. Live stock receipts total 2,000 cattle and 6,000 hogs with price ranges for steers cows calves and bulls. Chicago futures list wheat corn oats pork and lard with cattle and hog receipts and top and bulk prices.
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