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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1908
Page
1
The New Santa Fe Hotel reports patronage doubled in six months and pledges to continue offering best meals and rooms at fair prices. Day rates and boarding range from four to five dollars. A J Mohundro thanks friends for patronage as Meat Market retires from business.
An illustration contrasts owning a home with renting, showing a renter paying ten dollars monthly for sixty nine months and receiving little in return while considering moving costs. A separate report notes Berlin heat during the royal parade causing many soldiers to faint despite training.
Ten horses from leading American stables run today at Gravesend for a $25,000 Brooklyn handicap purse. Cell, son of Commando, is the favorite from the Keene stable as a fast track is anticipated.
Fred Gregory of 707 New Hampshire Street shot his wife with intent to kill, wounding her in the thigh and injuring their child. He had been released from an insane asylum four years earlier and claimed the gun was faulty. He was jailed after the incident, with authorities doubting his stated motive.
A man calling himself Julius G. Truelson, 22, held in Vernon Texas for forgery, retracts his confession of complicity in the Gunness farm murders. He claims he took his wife Mae Frances O'Reilly to the Gunness farm, had her killed, and helped bury her, and plans to take a second wife there. O'Reilly’s jewelry was found at the farm.
Baltimore Md June 1 The twenty fifth delegated session of the Methodist Episcopal general conference enters its final day with morning reports and a lengthy evening session expected It reports resolutions pushing for amalgamation of national Sabbath day alliances nationwide and marks the concluding stage of a disciplined assembly.
The new currency bill passed by congress is not as bad as feared and is seen as relief for the country. Republicans must defend it against attacks while the Journal supports it as meeting emergency needs and boosting confidence. The recent session is viewed as fairly good and usable in the campaign.
A jury freed the man charged with the murder of May Sapp after hours of deliberation, the panel remaining hung as Whitlow expressed strong pleasure. The case drew intense local attention as the jury could not reach a verdict.
Four men robbed the State Bank of Cuba early today escaping with six to eight thousand dollars after a fight with citizens. Posses pursue. the robbers fled toward Belleville on a hand car, masks hidden identities hindered bystanders from identifying them. The cashier John Tobler alarmed residents and the explosion woke him.
Chicago June 1 the annual convention of the American Medical association opened with 7000 delegates in attendance. The first session focused on business. Cheap medical colleges likely to be a major topic for consideration. Pomerzew at the first meeting a scientific discussion will be held.
Carrier Just' Being Neighborly plan. 3oss Bidgood to take a fifteen day layoff on Rural Route No 1 to visit surrounding towns. He aims to scatter sunshine for Lawrence merchants and boost the town’s trade image with a self planned excursion. He will visit nearby towns and adjust plans as he sees fit. The Journal endorses Lawrence trade extension.
Chadron Nebraska January 1 Chadron is the start of J B Bryans second Nebraska tour as he addresses an early morning crowd that met his train. He plans five speeches for the day before a special train carried him to Crawford. He criticized the currency bill as an emergency measure part of a long plan to change bank note bases and noted Democrats opposed it but did not defeat it.
Firefighters were called Saturday evening at 7 30 to 133 Maple Street North Lawrence. The fire, caused by a defective tie, was slight and caused about ten dollars in damage.
Philip Roser was bound over to the district court this morning for assaulting Peter Dreer after a quarrel between neighbors near town. A separate note mentions Mrs Prentiss at the Home Store receiving folders with a wind mill picture and a poem by Louisa Prentiss Simpson. Additional ads promote cement work, a tinted face powder, a sidewalk loan, and Tutti Frutti Ice Cream at Wiedemanz's.
Kansas flood scene from Wichita reports persistent rain totaling 7.90 inches in twelve hours. Low lands overflow, several railroad wind wagon bridges are washed out, causing trains to be delayed in and out of the city.
A river fill received 1500 sacks of sand over a weekend to guard against high water and prevent a large hole. One breach occurred but was sealed quickly. The fill survived the storm better than expected, prompting questions about recurring spring threats and the need for a lasting, perfect solution.
Secretary Hout has chosen the U S delegation for the Tokyo exposition in 12. The commission includes Francis E Loomis former secretary of State Frederick V Skiff director of the Field Museum Chies to and Francis D Millet a well known artist.
Aeroplane trials in Rome Jun 1 ended with the craft crashing to the ground from six yards high. James B Brimmingstahl, once accused of strangling his wife, was cleared as testimony failed to prove the charge. No injuries to Brimmingstahl. the case appears unresolved. In other items a home break in Kentucky Street left Miss Lillian Brooks’ purses empty, with few other valuables taken and evidence scant. Ex-President Cleveland returns to Princeton, noting good health but incomplete recovery. The Douglas County Teachers Institute opens with strong attendance expected. Local ads note refrigeration reliability and services including carpet cleaning, lawn mower sharpening, and gopher scalps tally. Continuous social visits include Mrs. Sue Harper Mims and Mrs. Don Goodrich.
All work completed satisfactorily. Leave orders at Peirces" Music Store. For developing and finishing services call 17L. Ko daks and cameras available for rent. Lawrence Studio at 734 Mass. St.
A collage of real estate transfers and classifieds including property descriptions near KU, land parcels with bearings and distances, listings for for sale and for rent, wanted help and employment offers, lost items, and various notices. The page also promotes Chautauqua subscriptions and local store promotions with numerous addresses and contact hints.
Washington June 1 The Sixtieth congress adjourned after a dramatic 36 hour filibuster. Senate adjourned sine die at 11 50 p m and the House two minutes later The session saw the defeat of LaFollette and passage of the Aldrich Vreeland currency bill signed by the President Key events included conference reports on deficiency appropriation bills and government employes liability. Senator Stone yielded to Gore who spoke two hours aiding the filibuster’s end.
An editor from Cedarvale, Kansas, died by his own action at his home last night. He served in a Kansas regiment during the Spanish War and leaves a wife and child. The publisher of Cedarvale’s paper was reportedly active in local life and the spring water business referenced in the notice.
New York June 1 Celt wins the Brooklyn handicap in a strong showing. Horse and jockey achieved top placing, defeating rivals in a closely contested event at the track.
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