06 Jul 1903
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1903
Page
1
The article discusses the pope election methods, including traditional ballot and compromise approaches. It notes how a conclave forms to choose a new pope after a death, with references to historic procedures and the roles of cardinals and potential delays in reaching a two-thirds majority.
Fragmentary report notes Whitaker Wright severely ill on Baden Street and later near Bea Park in Surrey. Names such as the Krush Versalles and Willel Livsden appear in unclear text with references to medical or legal actions and possible public concern.
Fragmentary OCR note mentions Sweden and northern regions and a meeting or event titled The Apries of Germany. Text is garbled with names and places unclear. No clear date or participants can be reliably identified.
Washington reports the Culledtates embassy in London says the American frigate President, seized by Endymion and other British ships in September 1914, is to be sold as a hulk on July 7.
Denver police report the found body of Mabel Brown in her Market street residence. She shows marks of strangulation and the case has no clew to tie the murderer.
In a chaotic city scene, White vigilantes armed with guns patrol the streets after a Black man killed an office. Tensions run high as both races threaten retaliation, with reports of firearms, guard duties, and violent clashes amid a tense, fear-filled night. The account notes property protection motives, mass emotions, and scattered gunfire, with several injuries and deaths reported.
A power line accident near Topeka left Frank Rossettler and Tapeh Ohte seriously hurt while Arthur Thhiene sustained injuries but is expected to recover. The incident occurred this morning as workers attempted maintenance, according to a brief police report.
Robert Verume Mats faced a murder related charge but was cleared after review. He was held in custody and freed to return home at West Mains. The outcome concluded a long legal process surrounding the sewer obstruction incident reported from the community.
United States Transport Sumner with the Fourth Infantry aboard struck an uncharted reef off Manila on July 1. The forward hold filled rapidly, forcing the vessel to beach to prevent greater damage. Casualty details and crew status were not disclosed in the report.
An OCR filled fragment reports a western cloudburst flooding Oak Ford park near Jeanette Pennsylvania. It notes twenty ladies recovered, many unidentified foreigners, and widespread flood damage along Brush Creek valley from Wilmerding to nearby towns. Estimated property loss around 87,000 dollars with vast inundation.
Fragmentary OCR text describes British activities in shipping, with distorted phrases about vessels and events. Key entities and specifics are unreadable. overall sense points to a report on British shipping developments and vessels in a damaged historical record.
President Lenker of France arrived in England for a high profile visit as part of a royal and diplomatic exchange. The itinerary included meetings with British officials, a display of ceremonial duties, and hosting arrangements at Dover and London venues.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a fatal train incident near Anson involving a person named Terie Stougerner and others. The text is garbled but references a collision and a probable fatality with mentions of a place, date vicinity, and local authorities.
Confused report indicates churches plan to challenge Perris litigation with an advocate. The piece mentions a potential property dispute and references individuals with unclear names. The readability is limited, but the gist suggests legal action and adjustments to strategy.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions St Petersbore on July 6 with obscure references to animals and shin, unclear event or purpose. No coherent names, places, dates, or outcomes to establish a concrete news item.
Fragmented telegraph items report government policy, ministerial sessions, and parliamentary pauses. Notable notes include Ambassador Tower’s leave to Berlin, a Leadville accident leaving one man frozen, and the Chicago post office money order total for the fiscal year.
Washington Post of the GAR reopens its push for a reunion and seeks department input with detailed reasons. The piece names leaders, dates, and tensions around organizing the meeting, including debates on eligibility, venue, and the postwar legacy.
List of scheduled gatherings includes school board session and various community events. Attendees and exact topics are unclear, but officials will convene tonight and discuss local education and public matters.
Report notes Saturday night and Sunday activities with repairs along the railroad trestle as piles crowd the river and boating logs describe damage from the current. Street crews aided by stones and bricks to slow the water as conditions stabilize and water levels return to normal.
A serious altercation occurred Saturday evening between two men by the river bank near the boat landing. One man, intoxicated and armed with a revolver and knife, made an uncomplimentary remark. He struck Lodgian, knocked the man down, and administered a beating while his wife stood by.
Readers are presented with a sprawling, albeit garbled, description of California’s geography. It mentions the great central valley, the orange belt, and diverse regions from Mount Shasta to the Petastc mountains, highlighting agricultural potential and climate patterns across the state.
A balloonist suffered injuries after a fall from a damaged structure during a descent. The incident occurred Saturday as onlookers watched. Investigators say the person sustained leg injuries and was treated at a nearby facility.
A fragmented notice from Lanvenworth describes a perilous incident where an unnamed person remained trapped in a well for hours. Authorities and responders coordinated efforts to rescue the individual, with no further details on outcome or identities available in the legible text.
A bridge over Nobis Park near Potatain Cite collapsed sending several people into the water. Luther Horn is reported as the only fatality, with authorities noting the incident after the bridge gave way injuring others.
Vanderbilt Jr. is reported to be resting after a serious automobile incident near Paris though doctors remain reticent on his condition. Authorities note no permanent injury is confirmed and further updates are awaited.
Louis Meyer, escapee from Katsas penitentiary, says he can beg off duty by claiming he is married to a corn planter and must tend the home with five others.
The United States European squadron arrived off Dover this morning and exchanged salutes with the castle.
A fragmented listing shows county officials and staff including the clerk, county attorney, probate judge, treasurers, recorder, coroner, superintendent, surveyor, and commissioners. Names such as Adeline Horner, E. Myers Lok Lysinger, M. GorriL, J. A. Mitchell, Mabel Knox, J. W. Games, Franke W. Games, Jonn Lowman, Lloyd Dates, and Green appear alongside titles and roles.
Fragmentary text lists wards and officials with many garbled terms. Reads like a local government notice or city ward references including names and positions but details are unreadable and uncertain.
The readable fragments present a crowded list of personal names and month markers with scattered dates. It hints at a historical record or notice without clear action, location, or outcome. No coherent event or subject can be determined from the unclear text.
Cattle trading active with native steers around 4.0 to 2.40 from stockers and feeders. Hogs strong with top bids near 3.05 and bulk sales from 5. to 6.55. Sheep noted at about 1000 value. varied prices for cows and heifers.
A Missouri Pacific passenger train hit HL IL Padfield a dead man walking on the track east of Onayge City Kansas killing him instantly. The incident occurred July 6 with the train traveling westbound.
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