29 Jun 1914
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1914
Page
1
A chaotic and fragmented report describes an assassination attempt on Archduke Francis of Austria and his wife. The text suggests a carefully planned murder tied to shifting royal power in Austria Hungary and broader European political upheaval.
Large audience applauded three performances interpreting Shakespeare in a masterly, pleasing manner. The review lauds the cast for even balance and clear reading of the plays As You Like It, Much Ado About Nothing, and Twelfth Night, noting lively interpretation and engaging staging.
A vehicle crash near a busy street left several people injured including a woman and child. Emergency crews arrived as traffic slowed, with witnesses noting a Ford sedan collided with another car. Responders attended the scene, and details on injuries or any charges were not immediately released.
A garbled passage discusses paid status and polling issues with references to a city commission and election timing. Names and places are unreadable, but the fragment hints at debates over taxes and duties tied to a poll and possible payments to vendors.
A local library is closed for repairs with an upcoming reopening promised in a few days. The notice urges patrons to return later as maintenance is completed and services resume.
Frank M. Stahl spoke at a mass meeting in Airidloime urging the Hobson Prohibition Amendment before Congress. Rev. Alderson also addressed the gathering, with leaders saying action should come within a month as ministers and citizens voiced support for a federal prohibition amendment.
chaotic OCR text reports four inches of rain and strong wind across Eureka Topeka and other Kansas towns. damaged structures and injuries are hinted at with references to torn signs and fallen objects. names and places are garbled but convey a Midwest weather episode with impact on residents.
Fragmented OCR note discusses Topeka wheat estimates and energy inputs with unclear figures. It mentions eighteen bushels per erepe and references various terms like Kauss Wheat and Chin wave cases, leaving the overall conclusion and entities difficult to parse.
Charles Prentice appeared at the police station in a fresh blue uniform with brass buttons this morning the outfit described as a ruse. Gov. Stubbs returns home from Texas ranch plans expand business and reduce travel to the ranch. Mrs. Hayes visits Kansas City.
Mrs Newmark passed away after a long illness. Born October 20 in Willsdale, Illinois, she lived in Lawrence since June and was mother to three: Winter, Frank, and Pleet. A member of the Daughters of the American Revolution, she served for years in local charitable work. Funeral at family home on Rhode Island Street at 2 o clock next day.
Woodland Park plans a July Fourth program featuring a parade and a dinner at Hoon, a marland land concert at 8 pm, and a vaccine display. Prom Sss will headline, with a large tireworks display and a final band concert. A community gathering will celebrate the Fourth with games and parades for all residents.
A fragmentary report describes a dress tree camp at Oct Grave Lake last Saturday with eighty seven days of activity and cakes. Visitors from Lawrence wired in excitement and a Colorado man praised Estes Park as a west favorite.
A telegraph note from Eagle Pass Texas states that Mrs ELE Stauffer and her sister and brother-in-law were severely poisoned by plamaine. A three year old niece died from the same poisoning. Mrs Stauffer left for Eagle Pass immediately.
The article notes farmers will receive about 25 million in wheat revenue this year. Debts incurred during drought will be repaid first, with funds also flowing to banks and merchants. Farmers plan to buy autos and pianos, reducing credit strain and stabilizing local economies.
Fragmented clipping discusses Charles Curtis and the Republican party, noting Curtis coalition with anti Democratic voters, his wobbling stance, and an implied primary challenge. Mentions a reception in Lawrence and references drought impacting Fort Smith and Kansas City area with vegetation stress.
N Q Perkins reported Sunday during western Wanisas that roads are improving. He traveled the Red Line through Look County at a brisk pace and noted the new markers. The Red Line secretary plans to install markers from Enders west to the county line this week.
The university approved its budget with funding to buy silver trophies for school activities and to support a range of departmental posts. Included are appointments for Margaret Liew, Elise Naren Seliwander, William W. Davis, and others in departments of pharmacy, physics, dentistry, and education as part of the year’s staff expansions.
A church service series conducted by Reverend Me Farland at Woodland Park last night drew a large audience. The program will continue this summer with weekly Sunday evening gatherings at the park, inviting attendees to a mix of singing and hymns led by the pastor.
Examination results will be graded today with the board awaiting reports. The article notes teachers completing exams and officials preparing certificates. A probate court marriage is also listed for JA Arne and Bertha Hale of Lecompton. County attorney Tom Ajuick is mentioned in Raders court.
A long article reportsMethodists seek a student pastor from Baker College who studied at Boston University and Gordon Bearer. Rev Thompson led the search and debated among leaders as Kansas University and Leavenworth figures consider the assignment. The plan involves supporting the student pastor with church funds and university work, with decisions to be finalized in days.
Congressman George A. Seeley leads a Democratic bid for senator with stops in Lawrence and nearby towns arranged by local organizers. The campaign features personal outreach and a handshake-driven tour praised across Kansas, while supporters note Seeley’s landslide appeal and statewide presence. A separate note recalls Rev. F L Wyter leading a Sunday school gathering north of Laser yesterday.
The readable fragments describe readers avoiding a booming period and suggest dealers push razor products to spur demand. It implies newspaper ads influence sales and that sharper results are claimed by vendors.
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