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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1909
Page
2
In Shushan Esther, Mordecai urge fasts and prayer as he reveals Hamans plot to destroy the Jews. Esther contemplates approaching the king despite danger, while temple, palace, and state officials react as the decree looms over the Jewish community.
Street railway workers ended a two day strike that disrupted service and led to some violence. A quick meeting between union leaders and car company officials at the mayor's office produced a settlement. Cars will resume operation tomorrow and hours demands will be addressed later.
The Hiawatha company presents a benefit at the opera house to aid city charities. Tickets are 25 cents, with next morning’s Denver trip for the cast after tomorrow night’s performance. Prominent local supporters note the show will aid the National Peachers association and school work.
A scrambled edit recounts a sensational scene with a strong focus on a Washington report. It mentions a man linked to Quo Vadis, a deadly struggle, and a park battle witnessed by several people. The piece weaves in abrupt dialogue about damages and a courtroom tone. It closes with local ads for books and orange ice.
A garbled mix of help wanted listings for a laundress and farm hand, rental ads for rooms and homes, lost and found a white fox terrier, sale of a gas heater and stove, cheap homes near a college town, and an advertisement from Panhandle Colonization Co Goodwell Oklahoma plus a Bell Telephone contact. Includes scattered phone and street references and vague prices.
City Council approves a daylight saving plan with longer summer evenings. The measure, tied to the nationwide effort, aligns Cincinnati with allied countries and follows national committee recommendations for clocks to advance in May and stay changed through September.
Telegraphs report tools and bolts shipped from Kansas City, with deliveries due tomorrow. A tracer confirms arrival, enabling work to begin in earnest tomorrow.
A Santa Fe rail freight report predicts Kaw Valley potato production will exceed 240000 bushels due to favorable weather and moisture. Estimated acreage 4500 with potential 20 bushels per acre, enabling a large crop and heavy shipments through July and August to Texas and New Mexico. Hy Ota and No. 1 Ninette varieties lead output.
Local insurance men met at A. K. Seloffer’s to form an organization, electing Al L. Selig as president and C. Manley as vice president with a one year term. They pledged to pursue improvements to lower rates and benefit policy holders while engaging in community efforts with the Fire Department, which plans to acquire two bay horses for the brigade.
City Attorney Mitchell spoke to the Humane Society outlining possible good acts and community improvements. He emphasized collaboration, ethical practices, and proactive steps to assist vulnerable residents and strengthen local welfare initiatives.
In a chaotic exchange from a January session, Tillman failed to secure special protection for a feared cause, while discussions pivoted to humane society efforts led by city attorney Jane H. Mitchell. Mitchell urged prosecutions under Ordinance No. 215, warning that vigilant enforcement would show the public the society’s seriousness and duties of citizens. The meeting previewed ongoing tariff and corporation tax debates, with Senator Till’s push for tea tariffs and broader tax strategy drawing strong party lines and mixed support among Southerners.
DAACY INCREASING. asi River Above the Danger Line at St. Joseph. River level reported rising near the danger threshold, prompting officials to monitor flood potential and warn residents in low-lying areas.
Amid labor shortages, farmers and businesses struggle as idle fertile land and scarce workers push up grain and vegetable prices while meat costs rise. Meanwhile Union Pacific plans 35 million dollars in Kansas roadbed and building upgrades, with rail expansion approvals granted by the state railroad board. Kansas State University notes offerings as Gertrude Russ begins summer voice instruction with limited vacancies and regional ads highlight Sand Dipper delivery services and local bakery products.
A chaotic clipping reports a man James Brown striking his wife with a shoe, provoking anger tied to heat. Several others blamed heat for violence. Separately relief from heat is forecast for the central Atlantic tonight, with cooler weather spreading northeastward. Ads note wallpaper services, paint supplies, and local business promotions. A local girl, Dottie Dolin, is sent to an industrial school for incorrigibility.
A chaotic account describes a large police dragnet in a New Jersey neighborhood aimed at tracing Leon Lin, alleged numberer of Elsie eel Fifty detectives deployed. The force concentrates in a single area, signaling a major operation and potential breakthrough.
Julie Parnes, described as a seven year old, suffered a severe finger wound from a Fourth of July fireworks exp loded while preparing a display. Radulph treated the injury.
Markets by Wiebe Kansas City notes grain cash prices for red and white corn oats oats and hay figures missing. Inter-Creamery prices for firsts and current rye, cattle and hogs show varied values. For sale restaurant ad offers best in town with steady business. Receipts show large hogs and beef stock, meat prices fluctuating with top pork at 8.10 and purk unclear.
A letter urges Lawrence to push from town to city status, arguing residents deserve gains and conveniences. The writer promotes building a riverfront boulevard along the river from Massachusetts to Ohio or Topeka, claiming it would elevate life and open opportunities without major cost, continuing the town’s progress beyond a single avenue.
Brandenburge was acquitted on charges of grand larconry tied to the sale to the New York Times of an article that purportedly bore Grover Cleveland's signature. The proceedings centered on a claim by Stephen James Shepard, with the case arising from St. Louis origins.
The Silver Seven held a camp picnic and morning jack meet with captains choosing teams led by Brchanan John Long Denison Louis Baker Curtice Hook Ruth Buchanon and others. Nellie Buchanon Ruth Honehanen’s team won. John Long’s score led individuals. A banquet awaits the losing team and nonparticipants cover their share. Afterward the girls hosted a lunch, and evening canoeing at Diechian’s crossing drew many initials, leaving the group tired but happy.
Hutlie Kyle granted a divorce from C. A. Kyle in district court. The case against county commissioners over a poor commissioner appointment was dismissed with costs against the defendants. A quieting title decision to follow listed several case names. The owner will adjourn today until September term.
June 2 report from Gilberts Missouri describes James Norsex a stock dealer shot by Cr Walker of Fayette after a quarrel believed to stem from an old feud. Walker wounded. Norsex released from jail after police interceded. no prior known quarrel or recent Fayette visit. Taft entertains on White House roof with cabinet and lawmakers in a non political dinner. Mrs W Scott hosts Lotus club gathering on Louisiana Street with Miss Stevens attending.
Debates on the Payne Aldrich tariff bill dominate the Senate session with discussion shifting from tariffs to internal taxation. Senator Tillman presses for a 60 cent per pound tea tax as a possible amendment while plans loom for income and corporation tax measures. The opening speech expected from Senator Clemmins of Iowa will argue for an income tax within the tariff framework as part of a broader tax plan.
In St Michael Maryland June 28 a coroner's jury found that Robert E Eastman was either the killer or essential to the murder of Erith May Woodill. The majority added that he was necessary to the crime amid a week of national attention. Four jurors dissented on the exact culpability but did not name another person. Eastman's motive centered on money and alleged blackmail amid testimony about a jealous, wartime past and a letter to his wife. Eastman faced potential end of life, with his wife having discussed his fear of prison. The case concludes with no direct evidence linking Eastman to a specific act at the bungalow.
In a quirky Washington tale President Taft discussed a possible four players to meet at Chevy Chase as Gen Edwards, head of the War Department, joked about a game. The story blends politics and baseball with a digression about an umpire and fans in a boxed seat.
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