03 Jul 1902
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 03, 1902
Page
1
Washington July 3 House Ways and Means Chairman Payne met with President Roosevelt to discuss Cuban reciprocity. Payne indicated a treaty method will push the plan at the next session with broad support in both houses, noting equal house senate jurisdiction on revenue matters.
Kansas apple growers report a strong prospect for a large first and fancy grade crop this year. Apples are four times larger than last year at the same date, with earlier shipments forecasting high prices in western markets this fall and winter.
Medical bulletin from London reports the king sleeping well and improving. The Lancet notes drainage tubes removed, gauze plugs used, wound granulating, discharge diminishing, and temperature normal since June 26. Constitutional condition described as admirable.
News from the Arctic saga states Harry De Windt and the Englio explorer De Englio and party were picked up near the Iberian coast around Iodian Point by United States government vessels in mid June. De Windt aims to reach New York by land from Paris and will be sure of success if he reaches Rome.
Sternberg returned from Texas with a large collection for the American Mussom, detailing hot 112 degree heat and dusty conditions as he secured many new items for the Lawrence museum. Postal delivery figures show total mail moved 44 637 pieces with 37 642 delivered and 3 985 collected by local carriers including Bidgood, Rislay, Woodring, Wiggins, Patton.
The Brown-Parish Co. announced a new range of farm implements and man chiosity with rubber tires and bicycle wheels. A large order from Rhodes Carriage Co. Marshalltown arrived, now on display in the 637 Massachusetts store room. An Exorean Team to Pemonytyant Fatuntetoeten Acountmadstion, hucg. Pa July 3 The Pittsburg Western railroad wreck damaged several Pennsylvanians with multiple injuries, others escaped.
Washington reports from July 3 state Committeeman Payne predicts Cuban reciprocity will be agreed to in the fall. Secretary Root forwarded a philippine reply praising American policy and noting civil government establishment. The message references historical figures and events and notes a city curfew for a holiday observance in Lawrence.
July 3 dispatches report Topeka board plans $100,000 June rail system proof of concept. Buffalo totals 1,143 in food goods. Michigan floods damage a Gowppour rainstorm. Kansas teacher salaries questioned by Attorney General Godard. Gen Lloyd Wheaton to retire in Chicago. Immigrant flow to New York tallies 316,787 in six months. Local wrecks, high river, and sheriff hunts horse thefts noted. Community notices urge parade formation and July 4 celebrations with local merchants promoting goods.
Tensions rise as detective Norbeck, already indicted for bribery, testifies about a corrupt network linking Superintendent Ames to city officials. Norbeck claims orders from Mayor Ames and involvement of Inspector Gardiner and others to extort and swindle unsophisticated residents. Roman Mies corroborates claims of deceit and monetary loss in the scheme.
A Seattle report details Convici a prisoner who escaped Oregon penitentiary by threatening a bystander and fleeing in a crowd. Merrill claims the escape involved a staged death ruse and a pursuit to a police station. The tale connects with a separate note on a will in Springfield leaving $1.4 million to vary by name change, with Louise Frisbie’s bequest to L H Holmes and his decision to keep his surname.
The Baron Shio Usawa, Japan’s leading financier, left New York aboard the Majestic of the White Star Line for England with his wife. Many prominent Japanese on the pier bid farewell, drawing attention to the colorful attire of the baroness’s party. The baron expressed regret at the departure and said he would return someday, noting Americans’ use of machinery over manual labor.
A prominent summer wedding united Dr. Joseph Eamer Posirs of Kansas City and Miss William Wordsay at the bride's mother's home on 916 West Twelfth Street. Guests arrived from multiple states as violin and bouquet carriers added ceremony charm while the party departed for Denver after festivities.
Fragmentary OCR reads Franz Josaph Appollnacia Caratana Jackson's Lithea Red Raven Splits Schuster's Malt Regent. These appear to be names of venues or products noted together in a historical record, suggesting a catalog of establishments or brands from a period source.
City names officers and staff including Mayor, City Attorney, City Clerk, Police Judge, Marshal, Street Commissioner, Treasurer, Supt Fire Dept, Cemetery Sexton, Cemetery Librarian, City Engraver, and several department heads with various surnames and initials. The notice lists roles and personnel such as City Engraver A and others, with March timing referenced.
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