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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1909
Page
5
Readable fragments report an unusual measure of wind or pressure over a day, noting a specific numeric value interpreted as 32 inches related to an armometer reading. The text is fragmented and lacks full context for a precise event or location.
The Buck Creek flood tore through farmland causing wheat destruction though the stream has since improved. Harvest resumes with yield outlook good as potato harvest begins. rain impact lighter east and in town, local farmers continue field work. The Martin Investment Co advertises real estate and nearby listings. Fourth of July items and Kodak promotion noted by local businesses.
A Lawrence interview shows Albert Emanuel stating that most help must be hired outside as tools delays stall construction of a local electric line. The piece notes widespread labor shortages and high activity in Lawrence as summer begins, with residents optimistic about more work and a bustling town.
An editor hurries to meet press deadlines as news arrives of a vast hull blast aboard a Philadelphia vessel. Messages urge rapid reporting for the fifth edition. Early reports describe a terrible explosion with the Melpomene crew losing their engineers and funeral arrangements noted for tomorrow with no flowers.
Mrs Prentiss home store at 907 Tennessee street open all summer. Embroidery samples for ladies to view. Advertisement notes Peach Ice cream at Wiedermann and sales pitch. Also mentions plans for a summer trip and a small loan offer of 1200 dollars through Fred Fein for electric fans.
The funeral service for J. M. Putnam was conducted this morning at 8 30 for the home of the law church. Interment took place at Oak Hill Cemetery. A Carnegie Medal was mentioned for acts of bravery by Tikesane Campbell, who rescued a woman. the medal honors such deeds. A marriage license was issued in Topeka for Zalmen Letstear and Miss Enna Langene. Also notes: Wanted-50 men at $1.75 daily. Wiedemann's advertised Peseh Ive Cream.
Police found whisky near Santa Fe importist. Five men and one woman appeared in court. Charles Brower pleaded guilty and paid a fine of 8.50 dollars. Madden pled not guilty. trial set for July 1 at 8 o'clock. Genge OConner pled not guilty. trial set for July 1 at 4 40. Lastert charged with disorderly conduct. forfeited 20 dollars. Heathy did not appear. Mintie Brown found guilty and fined. M. Green convicted and fined 29.50. Spots Fearing captured after weeks. recommitted with a 20.40 fine. News notes weather, local dinners, and various personal items occupy the rest of the column.
Names a long list of individuals and couples visiting or traveling between cities such as Kansas City Fulton Topeka Manhattan Davenport Boulder Los Angeles Buffalo and Chicago with mentions of governors pastors professors and families including Ada Miss Evlith Snyder and Mrs. Curtis Horsha among others visiting relatives and attending events over a period.
A fragmented report notes Judge Dwyer directed Eastbound efforts as the Joes electric line experiences delays in arriving materials. Telegraph messages discuss asset losses, tool shortages, and anticipated shipment halts affecting the construction timeline. Local notes cover new library registration, merchants updates, and a bustling Airdome theater engagement led by May Cash and Company with strong audience reception.
The article describes a wet spell easing with rain subsiding and wheat prospects improving in Liverdes county. It notes children indoors during rain, plans for harvesting when dry, and local farms like Stanley and Baldwin involved in daily activities. It mentions Miss Jackson returning to Kansas City and charitable groups buying tickets for Hiawatha. It also includes local ads and business notes.
Lawrence notes an HIAWATHA production by the Haskell Indians to benefit Associated Charities with proceeds to charity. Admission 25c. Cast and scenes listed include Hiawatha Nokomis Minnehaha Nukomin Mudjekewwis Mondamin and many Ojibway figures, with act and scene breakdowns.
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