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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1902
Page
2
A mosaic of political sketches and editorials recounts Kansas City and Lawrence clashes over library funding and party infighting. The text references Harris and Bryan, comments on convention dynamics, and discusses anti anarchist measures, liberty, and civic divisions reflected in the era’s newspaper commentary.
The piece discusses national figures and local politics with jumbled commentary. It notes a Kansas City sale of cattle at $6.25 a bushel, references President Roosevelt, King Edward, and populist figures, and argues for or against Carnegie library funding in Lawrence. It reflects civic debates and voter sentiment amid local council considerations.
A quantity of dirt for the hauling is offered for disposal and can be acquired by inquiry at this office.
The report covers the Democratic and Populist state conventions in Nebraska with focus on governors, nominees, and political strategy. It notes late night developments, cross-party dynamics, and calls for party unity as candidates seek support and the ticket forms. The article mentions key figures and a statewide push for cohesion before finalization.
Washington June 25 The present fifth Babcock spoke with Speaker Henderson about adjournment. A date for adjournment hinges on passage of the Philippine bill and a canal agreement. Panama route likely. Nicaragua bill passed in House, Senate favors Panama after amendment. Conferees expected to settle canal bills by week’s end. Tessie Morrison testifies about the tragedy, three hours on stand, defense rest, rebuttal to begin. Stand Oil plans to pipe natural gas from Kansas belt to Joplin and nearby zinc district towns.
Topeka June 23 The Populists completed a ticket for state offices including Supreme Court Justice Frank Doster of Marion for four years and Ed S Watersbury of Lyon for six years as candidate for the high bench. Also listed are B F Milton Ford for the large seat in Congress and Fred J Close Ellis for governor with D W Heffihager Miami as treasurer and I C Powell Reno as superintendent of public instruction.
The text notes the Dawes Commission reviving enrollment for the Fullilove Cherokees and hints at roll totals. It includes scattered remarks about allotments, tribal affairs, and evolving enrollment progress, with unrelated fragments interwoven about medical cures and farmers institutes.
The king of England falls ill and coronation postponed causing a market shock yet the New York market quickly steadies on strong support from prominent buyers. Kansas delegation invites the President to attend May 30 1904 Kansas-Nebraska bill anniversary. Democratic caucus plans campaign tariff and trusts focus. Burlesque on royalty to be abandoned following London news. President’s office moves and White House repairs underway with temporary offices at Scott Mansion. Union Pacific and Chicago North Western offer wholesale rates from several western and midwestern points.
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