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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 25, 1908
Page
1
An illegible fragmentary report from Kansas City references a United States supplemental report at LW Perkins and a Dr Kross noting an alkaloïnal seriphine result. The text mentions Verkins and a first report, with unclear details and phrasing.
An Elin wood Bank of Elinwood cashier, on the way to jail, fatally shot himself after reportedly confessing to perjury related to two notes not conceded by the bank examiner. Deputies planned to transport him to Great Bend when he fled to the porch and shot himself.
The national government moves to shield prisoners from public scrutiny by ending general visiting days at federal prisons. Starting Jan 1 only individuals with special permits will visit, and visits must be arranged in advance. Major R. W. McClaughry cites security and humane reasons, noting crowds invite danger and distraction for inmates and staff.
Kansans see fierce conference over split primary as lawmakers push for party control. Brigades led by Stubbs and Fitzpatrick clash while pacifiers Morgan Simmons brokered an uneasy deal. Stubbs denies any agreement, warns split primary harms Australian ballot law and risk to US Senate.
Fragmentary text mentions a Berry banker and an aw ing commiteer figure, a state official, a chief solicitor, and referenced names like Orr and Ta. The passage is garbled with missing context, offering no clear event or outcome to summarize.
A damaged OCR snippet mentions a possible murder involving a girl named Jane, with garbled place and name parts. Key entities are unreadable, leaving uncertain details about location, witnesses, or timeline.
The itemized society page lists numerous informal events at various venues including a Beta fraternity dance at the chapel house, a Chi Omega sorority gathering for Alisa Clark of Fredonia, and a Ladies League meeting with Mrs. C. W. in attendance. It covers engagements, a Blue Minnd series evening, an Evaree Hill dance, and a Miss Helen Pratt and Mr. George Brown engagement announcement with Phi Gamma Delta connections. The Christian Endeavor group hosted a Back supper at the Morse home, Pi Phi luncheon in Lawrence, and University social activities featuring Newhouse’s orchestra and Fraternal Aid’s entertainment, plus reflections from Theodore Parker and Lyman Beecher on religious thought. A Sigma Chi sixth province banquet in Kansas City will honor delegates from multiple states, with KU’s entire fraternity chapter traveling to attend.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions Lawrence Foie and Mae Sivelubi with references to children or theatricals. Content is garbled and lacks coherent events or dates. No verifiable narrative or names beyond the two individuals are reliably identifiable.
Fragmented notes show Democratic leaders failing to reach agreement on key questions at issue. Authorities discussed proposed measures this afternoon, with divergent views emerging among party members.
Fragmentary OCR reads like a late season steel ball league note with team names and order uncertain. The garbled text mentions Robinson, Pyke, Vreshimen, Ilish wdova, Turners, Haskell Indians and unspecified matches or lineup order.
A local partnership launches a jewelry store under the names Miss Matio Mor nership Mrs. Xe City. Morgan and others plan to offer a range of beauty and electrical services including scalp care and hair styling, with expanding puff and wave styling options.
Eleven jurors and several officials gather as the Kansas chapter of the Chemical Society convenes panels. A social dinner follows at Elmwood Lodge with a planned outdoor meeting later in the park.
Indianapolis January 25 a convention of all workers at Vanevied is invited. Secretary Breyer Haywood of the Western Miners guild to address the gathering.
A general invitation was extended to visit the bank and view its new burglar alarm system. A large crowd toured the Tank In Police Court area while a plain drunk was fined $6.30 this morning. Frajr Salad and wafers were served at meals, 1Me per plate at Wiede- location.
Officially announces a Baltimore and Ohio policy prohibiting all employees involved in train direction or operation from consuming intoxicants at any time, on or off duty, with penalties or employment consequences for violators. The measure aims to enforce sobriety and safety in railroad operations.
On January 25 Bern College confirmed a $200 donation from Andrew Carnegie, conditioned on a similar amount raised by the college. The combined $400 will create a major industrial negro school to rival Hampton and Tuskegee.
Classified fragment shows job ad seeking men for receiving orders delivering copies and collecting payments with good pay and short hours. Mentions Bessie Rubinson and address 715 Michigan street Lawrence. Also mentions poultry compound intro and bank references.
Miss Matie Mai and Mrs. Nellie Vace of Kansas City announce the opening of beauty parlors Monday upstairs at 517 Mass street. They will specialize in scalp and facial treatments and shampooing. They also offer Thai puffs curls and related services.
The writer Jack London and his wife arrived in San Francisco today aboard the steamer Mariposa from Tahiti. They had been reported lost after leaving on a small craft during a world cruise, but are now accounted for safe.
Mrs Pereilla Phillips died this morning at her home in North Lawrence. Death was caused by dropey. The funeral will be held at 2 30 from the Baptist church.
Wheat receipts total 111 carloads with May at 6 1 2 cents and July at 9 0 3 4 percent. Cash prices show No 2 hard 95 to 98 9 8 cents, No 2 red 89 1 0 to 90. Data No 2 white 49 49 1 2 cents, No 2 mixed 53 53 1 4 to 54 1 4 cents. Rye around 75 00 cents. Hay bids: Choice Timothy 11 50 to 12, Prairie 8 to 8 50. Butter creamery at 0.0?
Kansas City dispatch reports Judge McPherson substituted fines for imprisonment in the Thomas L. Thane and L B. Taggart rebating case. Thane fined 7400 and Taggart 4000 after pleading guilty, ending jail terms, with a court noting prior appeals and the government’s success on key points. The ruling underscored that rebates were halted and emphasized collective guilt of firms and rail lines involved.
The Journal urges approval of a Lawrence chautauqua stating it would benefit the town and could operate without Sunday charges. Proponents like J. H. Cohn and M. Robinson advocate the project, arguing many residents support it and that Lawrence needs it this year.
The Virion Paritic shoptAen reduces working hours to five days per week starting next Monday, following a partial reduction last week. Vice President Medifer criticizes Roosevelt era corporate policy, blaming a “mania for review” and urging company cooperation with a smaller workforce amid ongoing anti-corporation activity.
J E Boudin in the congratulating pen urged Gov Johnson to attend the commencement. The governor initially refused due to pressing duties but finally accepted. There is wide public interest in Gov Johnson as a man of the people and his closeness to them.
Four witnesses for the defense in the Harry K Thaw trial arrived on the Adriatic from Europe. Three are physicians and a nurse who attended Thaw in Europe. Identities were closely guarded with one exception the known witness Dr Ganjabauja of Switzerland who treated Thaw four years ago.
Des Moines reports a massive explosion in Hawking near the mining town. Five hundred pounds of supra in a box ear ignited by an early morning fire in the company store. Five men injured. About fifty thousand dollars of property destroyed. The blast was felt five miles away and shattered windows in Albia two miles off.
Francis Trevelyan, a long time racing writer and judge at western race weeks, died last night in Charlottesville, Virginia, after suffering from gout.
The county treasurer announced the payment of 20867.74 dollars to retire Douglas county bonds that had been held in New York. The settlement marks a final discharge of the bonds and reflects the county’s debt management.
An appendicitis operation was performed on Frank Howard in Topeka today by Dr. John Outland. A Lawrence committee plans a special meeting on Tuesday evening January 28 at R. C. Manley’s office. Also mentions soaps by perfumers and laundry soap manufacturers advertising Palmer’s products at Raymond’s Drug Store for 10¢ per cake.
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