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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1913
Page
1
Employers and the Building Construction Employers association refuse arbitration and vow to enforce a lockout on several Kansas City construction sites. Contractors report about 5000 to 6000 workers idle as non union crews begin filling roles. no compromise talks planned.
The case of William Yahn charged with the murder of George Edson will be heard in the district court next week. Judge Smark will convene the court in adjourned session on Monday with defense claiming momentary insanity. John Q. A. Merton prosecutes for the state. 8 J. Amick will lead for the state. Other cases on the adjourned docket include State of Kansas v Vale on murder and Perkins v Learnard with trials set for Tuesday.
Fragmentary weather note reports unusually cold conditions in the North since Saturday with late forecasts. Rain and chilly air slow farm work as wheat cutting plans face delays amid unsettled outlook for the week.
The bronze bust of Colonel Richard Dale Owen, Camp Morton commandant, was unveiled at the Indiana State Capitol in 1862. The ceremony marked a rare honoring of a Union soldier by Confederate veterans, amid lingering Civil War nostalgia.
Topeka began six playgrounds this morning and Lawrence reports five in operation. New York equipment, finished Saturday, was delivered to the grounds this morning. Children in Lawrence can now play at Quihey Pinckney Woodlawn Lincoln and New York. The playground program brings joy to local youth as organizers stress the value of organized play for children under twelve.
The transcript notes Reed asserting a new system to influence legislation via indirect methods. He cites telegrams from horse and mule dealers in St. Louis and sugar planters pressuring buyers. He warns the report will likely uphold claims of powerful influences at work in Washington attempting to sway Congress on the tariff bill.
Federal government files a civil antitrust suit seeking dissolution or receivership of Eastman Kodak Company of New Jersey and Eastman Kodak Company of New York for alleged unlawful monopoly. The petition seeks an injunction to fix resale prices of patented photographic supplies and restore competition. George Eastman says the firm will not dissolve despite the government action.
The board, including 81 ELH. Hackney ex Gov E W Hoel and Mrs Cora Lewis, says they are merely visiting the University this week and transacting no business. Hackney as president did not express an opinion on where the annual Kansas Missouri foothill game should be played, only that there should be a game and it should be a good one.
Police received a telegram at the station this morning asking officers to determine the whereabouts of Charles Greene and Josh Smith two young men said to be hiding in a coyotet wagon near Clay Center. By afternoon they had not been found.
Tomorrow marks Class Day with Fraser Hall organ recital and five commencement programs at the university. Alumni events and athletic contests on McCool Field follow, with decoration efforts around Massachusetts Street. The day features address ceremonies for each school, a reception for graduates, and the planting of the Class Tree, concluding with evening events on campus.
The laboratory notes that yesterday the condition of Lawrence City water was good. This brief health and utilities update confirms acceptable water quality for residents and businesses at that time.
A Civil Service examination for the Vinland Kansas postmaster position will be held to fill a vacancy in Baldwin City area. Applicants must reside in the local postal territory and be U S citizens. Forms and details available from the Vinland postmaster and Baldwin City secretary. Applications due seven weeks before exam date.
TECOUNGIL and Haskell Indian students depart for Estes Park Colorado to attend the Rocky Mountain Student Conference with ten delegates led by General Secretary Elmer E. Lindquist. Isaac Greyearth represents the American group after attending the World Student Federation Conference in Lake Mohonk New York. The delegation includes William Mzhiekrerie Sam Williams Louis Pappan Henry Flood and others, all paying their own way to support social and moral reform among their people.
Cold weather forces postponement of KU regatta planned for this afternoon on the Kaw. Most participants already in bed assume the event may be canceled for the year as the remainder of the commencement activities were crowded with other events. Also reports show Busy Police Court held sessions with several defendants pleading guilty to drunkenness and related charges, fines totaling multiple dollars.
The baccalaureate sermon in Robinson Gymnasium for Kansas University’s commencement urged students to adopt the cause of Christ, likening life to a knightly dedication. It recalled David Livingstone’s sacrifice and Napoleon’s halted ambitions to emphasize lifelong commitment to a divine mission. The talk warned against atheism and urged unity across classes and nations in a world moving toward Jesus’ way. A note on related events reported a break in at Cameron’s cabin and a forthcoming Commercial Club meeting in Washington.
The Sunday night band concert at Woodland Park was canceled due to cold weather and low temperatures. Organizers announced postponement and advised attendees to monitor updates for a rescheduled date.
Clay Roberts of Kansas City and Ralph N Hoffman of Parsons, both 24, will assist in the Braden Copper Company project in Chile for three years after finishing B.S. degrees. They learned Spanish to handle local labor and join a wave of KU engineers entering overseas assignments.
A two hour blaze destroyed much of the northeast block of a Springfield department store area. Flames spread from the basement and visible embers drew crowds as firefighters fought the fire. The fire, believed to have started from an electrical fault, endangered fifteen buildings and caused widespread disruption across the Pike area. Local streets faced service interruptions as emergency crews battled the inferno.
Tur pentine trust cases see five company officials’ convictions set aside by the Supreme Court due to trial judge errors. Edmund Nash president fined 2300, Cooper Myerts fined 2500 and jailed. Lorix Spencer, Meade Boardman, Carl Weller also jailed or fined as authorities review the sentences.
An information booth at the corner of Insetts and Henry streets answers questions for graduation visitors. A telephone line is installed for the benefit of guests. Many queries concern addresses, telephone numbers, and general university program details during commencement events.
The piece argues about income tax fairness for everyday people and urges readers to examine what they buy and where their dollars go. It notes that every purchase effectively taxes income and calls for paying attention to spending, with the Journal-World offering guidance.
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