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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1909

Page

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Delayed Shipment Arrives Prompts Rush to Finish Work

The article notes a delayed shipment arriving this morning and a rush to complete the work. It mentions cloudy weather forecasts, Kansas sources, and a need for many laborers. Short ties are not here and will be built to the Journal Office in ten days.

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Wedding Bells And Local Happenings In Belvoir

The society column lists Miss May Rei and Mr Harry Sanhern wed at 8:30 this evening at the bride’s home, with other nuptials and social events noted. Rail construction delays, labor shortages, and planned road work dominate the week’s civic news, alongside gatherings at Mrs. Carpenter and Mrs. Cox homes and club meetings.

Entie Ee Dauchter EP. Steele Belvoir Alfred Dh. Cape McPherson May Rei Harry Sanhern Tlis Os Celock Teg Ob Street

Tennessee Moves to Statewide Prohibition

A new liquor law extends the four mile rule statewide in Tennessee and becomes effective at 32 oclock tonight making sale or use of liquors wines ales or beer unlawful. The manufacturers bill to prohibit production takes effect January 1. Liquor clubs plan to stock provisions with individual lockers and keys for members.

Tennessee Nashville Tenn

Duel Ends in Fatal Wounding Near Blankenburg

A staged duel between two army officers near Blankenburg, arranged by the state and sanctioned by the military court of honor, left Lieutenant Zwitzer fatally wounded after Gravier challenged him over a fiancée. The incident highlights illegal dueling practices in Germany at the time. Also appears an advertisement for Eastman Kodak products and stationery specials.

Berlin Germany Blankenburg Zwitzers Granier Gravier Military Court of Honor Zwitzer

Sensation Promised in Ella Gingles Trial in Chicago

In Chicago in June 1930 Ella Gingles faces trial on theft charges tied to an employer. Her attorney promises to clear up the sensational mystery of a girl found bound and gagged in a public bath roll last winter and to shed light on the death of key witness Mrs. Cerelia Kenyon. The attorney implies a man who accompanied Kenyon may have political and business connections and denies the defendant’s alleged pressures into an unwanted life.

Ella Gingles Chicago Chivago Ella Ginis Jace Altmoney Cerelia Kenyon

City Buys Horses for Hook and Ladder Truck

The city purchased a bay horse team owned by Beet Peel of Williamstown for 500 dollars. The horses were tested by the fire department and approved, to be used immediately on the hook and ladder truck with Joe Tennings as driver.

Beauiful Bay Beet Peel Williamstown Joe Tennings

Massive Strike Protest Hits Open Shop in Steel Plant

In Wittsburg Pennsylvania on June 30 midnight over 10,000 members of the Amalgamated Association of Iron Steel and Tin Workers, employed by the American Sheet and Tin Plate Company across Pennsylvania Ohio and West Virginia, plan to quit in protest against the open shop order. The move signals a defeat for the amalgamated union in steel industry affairs.

Wittsburg Amalgamated Association Iron, Steel and Tin American Sheet , and Tin’ Plate Company Pennsylvania Ohio West Virginia Amalgamated Steel Corporation Rean Sheet and ‘Tin Gratin United Diate Company

Women in Trouble at Commons Raid Trial Ends in Release

Three hundred fifteen suffragettes arrested during a raid on the House of Commons presented petitions to Premier Asquith. After lengthy arguments in police court this morning, the women were released on recognizance. Also reported is the wedding of Miss Rink Pahner to Feok Robertson in Chicago at St Mary's Episcopal Chapel.

House of Commons London Asquith Yatter Houborion & Palmer

Mississippi Attorney General Seeks 11 Million Penalty

The Standard reports a Mississippi case where the attorney general targets future penalties for alleged violations of the anti trust law. The action seeks to restrain operations and collect 11 million in penalties from unnamed parties.

Mississippi Attar the Standard Aaelkeer Wsitinng Aestua F Moreney Lamb Cnlleet

Markets and Livestock Highlights from Kansas City Trade Page

Grain and provisions notes from Kansas City market desk with prices for wheat, lard, pork, and beef futures. Live stock receipts reach 15,000 with beef steers near 35.2 and calves around 7.85. Classified notices seek furnished rooms and dishwashing help at the Santa Fe hotel.

Former Crook Sharkey Confesses Long Crime Tale to Police

A Chicago area man nicknamed Sharkey recited a lengthy confession detailing a series of bombings and crimes over months. The interview reveals a suppressed history of heists and violence as officers piece together the motive and victims.

Growth Sparks South Lawrence Boom in 1900s Record

A vibrant South Lawrence growth surge is described with rapid housing construction and rising property values. The piece notes new residences and rail link plans boosting population, with buyers optimistic about long term development and street railway improvements driving renewed confidence in the area.

Lawrence South Lawrence Maskell Institute South Lawcenry

Codding War Dex inrect Temperance Man Goes to Penitentiary

Confused report details a temperance case and a penitentiary transfer amid unrelated chatter. Names and places are garbled, with mentions of prison work, a jury, and a fisherman's anecdote about a rusty watch and initials ML BU.

Ee Tune SA A. KO Coddite Forde Hs E Setater Trapnek Stubbs

Mysterious Murder Mystery in Hutchinson Kansas

A unidentified deceased man was found near a Barrten institution with a boy named Giest, not a relative, as investigation by the coroner and sheriff continues. The victim had a damaged tie and a puckered hook, with motive unclear.

Hutchinson Kans C.C Withita Iwas Fiaind Barrten Giest H Tle

Governor grants last minute reprieve in Kansas City case

A last minute reprieve was granted by Governor Hadley for a Black man facing capital action in Kansas City. The action occurred five minutes before an execution was scheduled, with local officials noting intervention by the governor to delay the minister involved and halt further steps.

Hadley Kansas City Modune Sideney Elernedh

Suspect Chung Sin Linked to Elsie Sigel Murder

Police trace a zig zag trail of clues in the Elsie Sigel murder case. Only Chung Sin remains in custody as other suspects vanish or evade detection while authorities pursue leads across Newark New Jersey and local laundries.

New York Elsie Sigel Chung Sin Wah Wen Emh Leon Sing Newark New Jersey Eswessatda Chung Sen Tats

Weather and Club Notice From Topeka Area

Storms and showers spread across multiple states including Nebraska Oklahoma Texas Panhandle and Northwest regions with heavy rain in parts. A Topeka club membership dispute looms as a weather front moves east. high pressure lingers over the capital amid unsettled northeast winds and river level changes along the Kaw and Missouri.

Kan- 4 Missmaris Down Nebraska Oklahon Texas Panhandle Middle Ashiine Apewick Meindhes Topeka Gen Loo Marywil Kane Kans Dune Ertiweat Althersh S. Ar Iy Rade Febandonedswler Kaw Kauae A Missouri Outank

Personal notes from Lamar Colorado and beyond

PURELY PERSONAL snippets recount visits and travel. Artie Weaver returned to the City. I Thompson spent a day in City. Carrie Watson departs for Kansas City. Mildred McQuurdy returns from extended stay. Mrs AL Lewis of Chicago, formerly Lawrence, visits old friends. Miss Florence and Mrs Clar Hall plan an extended trip to Colorado and California. many others travel to Seattle, Battle Creek, and Chicago as relatives and friends travel and reunite.

Euwrick Wilkert Battle Creek Miel Maney Nina Wooal Patterson Googe Hackman Otter Denver Chieagy AL Lewis Chicago Lawrence Lewis Birdie Kiesley Florence Claravo Hall Atordo Colorado Californ Chey Seattle Jannie Dames Cox Oklihoma City Jet Sry Vhe Elizabeth Kon

Senator Aldrich and the Tax Debate On a Thousand Year Trip

The article reports Aldrich pressed for tax revenue and Cummins defending income tax while Gore opposes measures seen as aiding the president. It discusses proposed finance bills, the Payne-Aldwell framework, and projected deficits for the coming year.

Senate Nual Senster Gore Tim Etim Cummins Thei International Hoe Dissul Batleys

Banks object to state guarantee law in Bryan Nebraska

In Lincoln Nebraska today Judges Van Heventer and Manger granted an injunction restraining the new state banking board from enforcing the guarantee statute. The constitutional validity of the act will be decided in later opinions. The law was to take effect July. Fifty states and two private banks appealed to the federal court alleging confiscation of property without due process.

Bryan Linvoln

Suspect Released In Elsie Sigel Murder Case

A man believed to be Leon Ling, known as the Elsie Sigel killer, was released after police failed to confirm his identity. He matched Lee Young’s description but his alibi collapsed. Phoenix baseball, Yuri Lawrence, and the Fourd game at the park were noted for upcoming amusement.

Leon Ling Alhaii Elsie Sigel Lee Young Leon Inter Yuri Lawrence Phoenix Bel St. Louis

Rockefeller arrival tops Cleveland summer visit at Forest Hill

John D. Rockefeller and Mrs. Rockefeller arrived in Cleveland to spend the summer at Forest Hill. Despite earlier illness rumors, Mrs. Rockefeller appeared in her usual health and was reported quite well.

Cleveland John D. Rockefeller Mrs. Rockefeller Forest Hill

Boy Killed While Delayed Message Reaches End

A 14 year old, Leo Reed, died after entering a shaft at a work site in the city. The incident occurred minutes after a message about the work plan was left unresolved, prompting inquiries by Journal staff and local authorities. The case is part of a broader discussion on safety at the facility.

Dea Pheaupany Tl Leven Leo Reed AL Leng

Plentiful Gold Payments Mark Last Day Notice

The report notes last day for payments and busy activity at the county treasurer’s office. Lightning killed one man in Dugont Ruswell while four were stunned. H M Rutherford sought refuge in a dugout with thirteen others. Parsons case continued until July 45. Marriage licenses issued for Ernest W Pratt and Ella Bernhard, Henry Kilmer and Jennie Whitnes. A Woman’s Missionary society event is planned for tomorrow. Paint advertisement from Lucas Paint at Raymond's Drug Store.

Teconic Mids Pelo Dugont Ruswell New Mexico H. M. Rutherford Duzout Rutherford

Lecompton to Celebrate Historic City Fourth Fest

The article describes Lecompton planning a Fourth of July celebration with a morning train, staged events, and community participation. It notes anticipated activities, crowds, and local preparations for a large festival atmosphere.

Yale Commencement Honors Taft Amid Procession Return

Yale University marked a notable commencement day with former President William Howard Taft, 78, participating in the academic procession. He wore ceremonial robes as a member of the corporation, joining hundreds of university officers and graduates in the event.

Yale Yale University Union Wilkin Taft de Rey

Mayor Proclaims observed Independence Day in Lawrence Kansas

Lawrence Kansas Mayor Samuel D Bishop proclaims Monday July 5 as a day of observance and closure of most businesses to honor the declaration of independence. The proclamation urges all residents to participate and reflect on the nation’s founding.

Lawrence Gorwat Samuel D

Fireworks Sale For Home Fourth Celebrations

Advertises fresh stock fireworks for Fourth of July celebrations. Notes factory new supply and willingness to offer favorable prices. From Boyles at 725 Masa Street.

Boyles

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