BISHOP McDOWELL TO DELIVER BACCALAUREATE ADDRESS
Bishop McDowell of Chicago will speak at the University baccalaureate in Robinon gymnasium tomorrow evening. The event caps commencement week and draws a large crowd, with plans including alumni hats and seniors in Highland kilts for a playful post service “joy ride” procession to McCook field.
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McDowell
Willa Chaser McDowell
Chicago
Robinon Gymnasium
SfeDowell
Snow Hall
University
McCook Field
Tennessee Street
Mississippi Street
Elm Ridge automobile meet possibly postponed again
The Elm Ridge auto meet in Kansas City could be postponed this morning due to rain. If the event is rained out this afternoon, organizers will attempt to hold it on Sunday.
New Delta Zeta Chapter Installed at Baker College
The Baker Juta Chapter of Delta Zeta was installed at the home of Margaret Stewart Saturday. The ceremony was led by Pearl Argot Edith Francis and Fanny Putcamp from the Nebraska Zeta Chapter, followed by a five course banquet. Deka Zeta traced to Miami University in 1401 by Guy Potter Benton, Baker alumnus and then president of Toston University. Other chapters are at Miami DePauw Cornell Indiana State and Nebraska University.
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Baker
Civic Federation Advances Youth Civic Effort
The Civic League appointed committee held meetings for the Junior League during the past week. Each child who paid five cents and signed the constitution received a sunflower button with Beautiful Lawrence, signaling commitment to helping keep the city clean and beautiful.
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Civic League
Lawrence
Regents Let Contract for New Administration Building Wing
The Board of Regents awarded the new administration building wing to Hiram Lloyd Building and Construction Co. of St. Louis for 05,557. Gradier Bros. won plumbing and heating for 15,565. Regents Gleed Cambern Foley Morgan and Hopkins with Chancellor Strong presided. Names added include J W Young professor of mathematics Edna G Day domestic science W I Twenhoeffer Yale geology Arthur Owens romance languages T Townsend Smith Harvard physics CA White mechanical engineering Miss Charlotte Reineke Wellesley German and Altha Stillman teaching certificates granted. The board adjourned at 6 o clock.
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Board of Regents
Regents
Hiram Lloyd Building ‘and Construction Company of
St. Louis
Gradier Bros
Gleed
Cambern
Foley
Morgan
Hopkins
Strong
J. W. Young
Edna G. Day
W. I. Twenhoeffer
Yale
Arthur %. Owens
T. Townsend Smith
Harvard
CA. White
Charlotte Reineke
Wellesley
Engel
Altha Stillman
Minority Leader Browne Surrenders to Sheriff in Bribery Case
Browne of Ottawa Illinois facing bribery charges was surrendered by bondsperson John Powers and taken into custody by the Cook County Sheriff. Judge Scanlan issued a writ of habeas corpus arguing lack of criminal court jurisdiction. Browne’s bond was set at 175000.
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Chicago
Lee
Browne
Ottawa
John Powers
Criminal Court of
Cook County
American miner captured in Nicaragua to face court martial
San Juan del Sur reports William D. Putnam, the American who laid mines at Bluefields for insurgents, has been captured by government troops and will be tried by court martial. A telegram to the Madriz government confirms the capture and the intent to ensure humane treatment for him.
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Sob Squad
San Juan del Sur
Nicaragua
William D. Putnam
Bluefields
Washington
Associated Press
William Putnam
Madriz Draopa
Madriz
Family Reunion at Glenn Home Highlights History
The Glenn family held a reunion at the Glenn home with about fifty relatives present. Abe and Mrs. Ales Glenn are noted as Lecompton’s oldest residents, arriving in 1854, with Mr Glenn aiding survey work on the townsite in 1859. Mrs Glenn's father pre-empted the Zinn farm now known as Edgewood.
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Abe
Ales Glenn
Glenn
Alos
Lecompton
Edgewood
Board to Vote Salary Raise for Teachers at Next Meeting
The board of education plans another raise for teachers at Monday night’s session. The writer argues raises should target the best teachers only, claiming current method increases all salaries regardless of merit and fails to reward excellence.
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Board of Education
Weather Outlook Indicates Rain Then Drought Risk
Weather prophets forecast rain this month raising concern of a possible poor crop. Wheat harvests were reported about three weeks away as conditions prompt cautious forecasts.
Light School Budget Managers Promote Themselves In Pictures
Writers mock the Light School Budget managers for showcasing their photos in the budget. Ebb Woods, shot in the leg at Eudora by Trade, is now mobile again with crutches. A baseball quip about errors and averages completes the excerpt.
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Ebb Woods
Eudora
Taft Speaks at Michigan Custer Memorial Dedication
President Taft attends a Custer memorial ceremony in Manroetown with Michigan legislators and Mrs Elizabeth J Custer unveiling an equestrian statue funded by a $25 appropriation. Curly the Indian scout recalls the 1876 battle as thousands gather for the dedication before Taft heads to Jackson for a Republican party tablet ceremony.
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Monrey
Michigan
Gonerl
Elizabeth J. Custer
New York
Curly
Custer
Manroetown
Ain
Taft
Jackson
Mich
Amber Ye’ Oaks
Jacksony
Aggies Commencement Plans At State College
Invitations arrive for the 47th annual commencement at the State Agricultural School in Manhattan. The program spans June 14 to 21 with a baccalaureate service by Dr. Allert Boynton Storms, a choral concert, academic exercises, degree conferrals, and a Cadet Military band event followed by a baseball game at Antler Park.
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Lawrence
Stile Agricultural School
Manchattan
Allert Boynton Storms
LL D
Town State Eotoge
Jopoun
Elarpel
Huesbaw Grant
Auditorime
Poean
Corti
Willis
Moore
United States Weather Bureau
Incheon
Hickett
Alina
College
Atilerie Park
Mrs Catt May Direct York Shine Woman Sail Chewsty
Mrs Catt May directs York as Carrie Cate heads the faction after an operation. The article notes her recovery is doubtful and reports on the uncertain outlook for the group.
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Ec York
Shine
Carrie Cate
The
Fae
Insurgents Lost Out at Sama Flight By Treas Commanders
In the action at Sama, General Meni directed forces against insurgents. The defenders were overwhelmed and forced to retreat by orders from General Claivaiea's treasury command.
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Bluefielts
Jane de
United Commercial Travellers Meet in Kansas City
The group gathers for its annual convention in Kansas City with serious business on the agenda and officers to be elected this afternoon.
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Kansas City
United Commercial Travelers
Passenger Steamer Ashore Near Christiansund Norway
A Danish steamer sailing from Copenhagen to New York ran ashore this morning off Christiansund Norway. A rescue steamer has been dispatched to take off the passengers. The incident interrupts usual travel but does not reflect on business conditions.
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Christiansund
Norway
United States
Bownt
Coperhagen
New York
Wheat Dips as Selling Wave Hits Chicago Market
A heavy selling surge in Chicago on June 4 drives wheat prices lower after an early advance. September delivery unloadings weigh on the market with forecasts of warmer weather boosting spring and winter wheat belts. Decline accelerates once started, erasing earlier gains.
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Chicago
Tn Fn
Mme
Yohoe
House may accept early adjournment aim
A partial wireless-style report notes members discuss a railroad bill and a conference to avoid, with a claim that an early adjournment could be possible if a consensus is reached. Names and exact positions are unclear, but the text suggests congressional timing tied to the railroad measure.
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Congress
Jonune
Aldyvieh
Elkins Stout
Washiellong Manni
Race With Train Planned on Long Island Railroad
New York June 4 A 105 mile race between an aeroplane and an express train is planned by Charles I Hamilton He intends to race a train from Jamaica to Montauk along the Long Island railroad and believes he can outrun the locomotive over the distance He is confident in his plan.
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New York
Charles I. Thamilton
Hamilton
Torry Chait
Lovg Island
Damaion
Montank
Tle
Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern Railroad Goes Bankrupt
The Fort Dodge Des Moines and Southern railroad failed to meet obligations and could not secure a sale for its bonds. Insolvency proceedings were ordered and a receiver was appointed to manage affairs.
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Des Moines
Iowa
Fort Dodge, Des Moines and Southern Railroad
AC Reedver
Bleached Flour Case Before Federal Court
Testimony was presented today in the bleached flour case as the government argues breach of food laws. The court session continued with Vinnecanty and the defense watching proceedings. a verdict is anticipated by next week.
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X. Moshine
Federal Court
Teret
McPhereoy
Meat Trust Faces Antitrust Suit Involving Major Packers
In St Louis a legal action targets meat packers for alleged anti trust activity. The suit claims control over independent firms by a central company including the St Louis Pressed Beet and Presserin company. The case alleges stock ownership and coordinated practices against competition.
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St. Louis
Madame de Terreyral
Elliot Mingjurs
Heer
Swifts
Mits
Chicago Weather Acknowledges Cloudy Tonight Through Sunday
Chicago reports a cloudy spell tonight and Sunday with parted skies. The daily weather note is credited to the University of Kansas forecast bureau.
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Chicago
Daily Weather Report
University of Kansas
Receivers Appointed for Jones Dry Goods firm Solvency Questioned
Receivers were named for Jones Dry Goods Company in a federal court action amid claims of poor spring business and risky investments. The firm owes roughly 1,000,000 with assets above 1,400,000, while creditors include banks from Kansas City to New York. The court-ordered receivers pledge to operate conservatively and pay creditors in full if possible.
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Nimisas City
Jones Dry Caoods
Mer
Ita
Hideo John P. Phillips
United States
Sea Bond
Sol Hoan
Las Bees
Tulny
Mel Root
Jones Dry Geos Company
Sus
Lo Me
Do Logan Funes
Kansas City
Agra
Tusinois
Kau-ai
Cargp
Kanais City
New York
Merel
Jail escapee Trade faces pursuit after liquor sales
The text reports a man named Trade, an alleged liquor dealer and escapee from multiple jails, being pursued by officers. A sheriff’s letter from Marys warns of his danger while the marshal notes his repeated escapes and possible transfer to Lapsi for confinement.
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Sheri Banvine
Mernime
Marys
Tur
Ecuadoran Army Withdrawals Begin From Peru Frontier
Washington June 4 The state department reports the removal of the Ecuadorian army from the Peruvian frontier began yesterday. The move follows diplomatic pressure and aims to ease border tensions between Ecuador and Peru.
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Washington
State Department
Doxey Arrested Again On Bigamy Charge In St Louis
Mrs Dora E K Doxey, previously acquitted of murder, was arrested in Clayton Missouri on a warrant charging bigamy. She was awakened by a Clayton constable, escorted to a car, and released on bond. Preliminary hearing set for next court day as colleagues face related trial by Dr De jointly with wife.
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St. Louis
Dora EK. Doxey
Wm. d. Elder
Clayton
Doxey
Agam
Dr. de
Ine
Anil
Airship Demonstration Over London Reported
An army air ship conducted a night reconnaissance over London from Aldershot, lifting at 11 30 and making a surprise flight over the city. The operation occurred during the late hours, with the craft described as an airship and the event framed as a demonstration.
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London
Londin
Leavy
Aldershot
Sullivan Hosts Optimism on Interurban Plans
Sullivan speaks on credit tightening and interurban prospects in Lawrence. He backs Kaw Valley and city lines, noting West strength and expected construction soon. Worswick party sails for Europe with Johnson and Topeka guests aboard the same Montreal-bound ship. City contest Monday night promises more moving yard efforts.
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Sullivan
Wr. Sullivan
Marasoy
Kaw Valley
Lawrence
Europe
W. QO. Worswick
Cop. Johnson Ster
Roxye
Wilson
Barnwell
Topeka
Montreal
Markets By Wire Grain and Livestock Prices Reported
Grain and provisions data from Senses City and Chicago Markets list wheat, corn, rye, and oats values with versus totals and futures notes. Live stock receipts show cattle and hog figures, with prices for beef steers, cows, stockers, feeders, and hogs. Money on call in New York is nominal.
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Chicago
Dante
Ygfa Hey
York
Professor Engle and Family Plan Extended Germany Trip
Prof. Bs Engle and family left last night for a lengthy study tour abroad. They will visit Chicago and eastern cities, tour Niagara Falls and the St. Lawrence River, sail from Montreal to Liverpool in June, then travel England and Rhine to Marburg. He will study at the university there for about fifteen months, returning by early September next year to welcome the new school term.
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Rte
Exeyises
C. W. Sweet
Pinna Solo
Vera Wolf
Rose Dyer
Irma — Spanier
Ash
Loren Brown
Ada. Cressman
Ralph Stevens
Dora McCauley
Pauline Richardson
Alberta Cady
Helen ‘Hodgson
Quay ‘Barnett
Mabel Parnell
Catharine Stubbs
Avery Olney
Potteries
Sophie Smithmeyer
Pian Selo
Arthur Johnston
W. A. Rowlb
Geo Ies
Robinson Gymnasium
St. Cecelia
Guutiod—University Orchestra
WC. Payne
William McDowell
Hynn
Duke Street
F.C. Wilber
Kretsehmer
I Urchestra
Germany
Bs Engle
Chicago
Niagara Falls
St. Lawrence River
Montreal
Liverpool
England
Rhine
Marburg
Engle
Schiool
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