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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 10, 1902
Page
2
The Lawrence Journal reports Kansas political chatter with Sen Bailey and Democratic efforts in the Sixth and Seventh districts, Republican campaigns in Kansas, and propositions about campaign spending. References to Lucien Baker for the U.S. Senate, Topeka Capitol’s funding woes, and remarks on campaign speakers and lecturing trends appear amid editorials and state news.
The piece surveys political talk in Kansas with references to Leavenworth, Hutchinson, and Lawrence. It notes debates about campaign timing, federal office rules, and a mandamus decision by Judge Smart. It also mentions railroad rate notices and travel promotions from Chicago offices.
Mass turnout at the National Educational association congress in Minneapolis with over 20 000 visitors. Key talks by Michael Ernest Sadler and Archbishop John Ireland highlighted England‑America educational ties. Dr David Graham Bell urged day schools for detectives within public schools to expand special instruction.
A Topeka conference between Walter Y. Vrooman and Kansas milling and grain interests outlines plans for a farmers grain and milling trust. Supporters call for cutting middlemen and uniting elevators and cooperatives to expand wholesale farm access.
Reports detail a violent confrontation where Patton and his assailants clashed with a club and knife during a feud involving Les and John Peters. A running fight with a constable followed, resulting in fatal injuries to Patton and the Peters brothers' capture.
A fragmented notice blends sentiment toward England with a sales pitch for Hostetter’s Bitters. It urges relief for distress and indigestion tied to stomach illness and sleeplessness, claiming the remedy cures loss of appetite and dyspepsia. A private stamp on the bottle is highlighted as authenticity.
Washington July 10 Senator West said a man may be a good democrat without endorsing the Kansas City declaration for free and unlimited coinage of silver at 16 to 1. He noted his long party service and sea service, urging caution in supporting Bryan’s silver policy amidst Missouri and national debates. He also described recent speeches and political dynamics affecting his stance.
Speculation swirls on Lt. Gen. Miles retirement date and Gen. S G Young as likely successor. The article notes Gen. Miles steps down August 3, 1903, and Gen. Young shows credibility for the command post amid Allied military context.
Manila reports Gen Chaffee orders Lieut Edwin A Hickman of the First Cavalry to stand trial for alleged cruelty to natives in Layabas province including a ducking incident. Separately Capt James A Ryan of the Fifteenth Cavalry faces charges of unjust severity to natives as his court martials proceed. In New York a plan to ship four warships to join the New York navy guard is considered while Helena, Montana threatens to shut water services over unpaid bills.
The new surgeon general of the United States Army, General William S. Forwood, retires Sept. 7 after three months at his new post. A Delaware native, his Civil War service is noted for dash and gallantry, including a notable capture near Mosby's guerrillas.
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