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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1909
Page
1
The governor vetoes the Topeka capital project pet measure, ending the mortgage plan that would have cost Douglas County about $100,000 annually, marking a fiscal retreat from the proposal and preserving county funds.
In Topeka March 13 the Kansas Supreme Court ruled the commission form of government valid for Wichita and Topeka, ordering city offices to be filled under the old plan as regularly nominated candidates.
Omaha March 13 The governor vetoed a mortgage taxation bill aimed at exempting mortgages from tax and fixing a per hundred rate. The measure, backed by banking interests, faced opposition from loan holders and was argued to create uniform taxation. The veto follows debate in both houses and public telegrams.
President Roosevelt visited New York for personal calls and an informal luncheon. At Hubert J Collier's home he received a hearty welcome from about two dozen magazine writers and acquaintances.
August Nunwing a wealthy retired brewer of St Joseph died today at age 35. He leaves a widow and several relatives. The funeral will be held from his late residence with interment in nearby cemetery.
Frederick Davis, 27, son of a leading Galena merchant, was shot while dynamiting Citizen's Bank to fund his business venture. He says no accomplices. police note conflicting sightings as his family and reputation are cited amid a Spanish American War record. Davis cites hard times and desire to support his wife and five children as motives.
Washington reports that the United States and Mexico may consider direct intervention to enforce peace in Central America. The potential action hinges on Mexico's reply to a recent dispatch, with expectations that Mexico will cooperate to establish order under the Pan American agreement.
Madison March 13 W J Smith of Neillsville testified before the senatorial investigation committee. He said, besides expenses, most funds he dispensed for Stephenson went to saloons. He noted the saloon discussion turned to opposing Stephenson and suggested a toast to cool off. He did not recall if he told patrons the drink was for Stephenson or himself.
Wheat receipts 57 cars with May at 1.075, July 1.674. Sept 9.234. Cash prices show No 2 bard 1.09 to 1.17, No 2 red 1.26 to 1.31. Corn May 615, July 647, Sept 63ge, Cash No 2 mixed 64 to 64.5, No 2 white 65. Oats No 2 white 5 to 6? Rye not specified. Hay prices given for Timothy 9.75 to 10, Prairie 8.50 to 9. Butter 29, Eggs 1?0e.
In Philadelphia on March 13 the executive boards of anthracite districts met to act on a sub committee report guiding a new working agreement. The full question moves to UMW representatives at a forthcoming convention to decide the April outcome.
Wealthy resident Gustaf Brown aged 70 was found murdered in his Chicago area home. Police say robbery was the motive as the house was ransacked. The report notes a timepiece and near-term market quotes, with no further details on suspects or timeline.
The University of Kansas track team defeated Baker University 69 to 19 in an indoor meet at Robinson Gym. The event drew a large crowd and featured brief sparks in the mile and two mile runs. Newbold led KU with eight points from wins in the low hurdles and a 35 yard dash plus a second in the mile relay. Baker won only two events, the pole vault and high jump, amid a generally subdued performance. The next engagement for KU is a meet against Missouri in Kansas City.
Ohio experiences a total natural ice crop failure, with Cleveland dealers predicting about 1.50 dollars more per ton for next summer. Artificial plants cover eight months, but reliance on natural ice for four months collapses, prompting dealers to seek ice in Northern Michigan to avoid famine with higher freight and melt losses raising prices.
Monte Carlo report says Fernad Ravenez, twenty, a wealthy Parisian, hosted a supper with friends, spoke of a great surprise, then shot himself at his temple as dawn broke. He had won a sensational duel with a swordsman three years earlier. motive given as sheer boredom.
The Kansas conference of the Methodist church today approved reinstating football at Baker University and sent the matter to the university trustees. If the South Kansas Conference also eases action next week Baker athletics may again include football after fifteen years. The delay stemmed from past injuries and scheduling now edging Baker and KU apart in future rosters.
Lieutenant Joseph Petrusino of the New York Police was shot and killed in Palermo near his hotel. He led the Italian squad and fought crime in New York, likely killed by those he pursued. Police vow relentless action against the Black Hand and roundups nationwide. Also notes a Bowling Congress tournament in Williamsport with Robert H. Bryson elected president and new international committee named.
Dr G J Biddle of Emporia, noted physician and Mason, dies at a Topeka hospital today from Brights disease. For rent seven room modern house at Jaquire 1137 Connecticut St. Bott phones £ 15.
William W. Roper former Princeton quarterback and head coach of Princeton University eleven for three years has been chosen to coach the Missouri Tigers for next season. The Columbia committee on intercollegiate athletics announced the selection after two months of consideration of leading East and West coaches. He has accepted the position and is a Philadelphia lawyer age 63.
Governor Stubbs vetoes the tax rebate bill contending it mandates a two thirds tax payment for the first half of the year. County Treasurer Eddy reports 70 percent of taxes paid by December 20 last year and 30 percent carried over to the second half, a ten year average he calls fair.
A garbled market of notices reports a new law fraternity established at the University named Phi Alpha Delta with the Lambda Epsis chapter. mentions Ottawa and Salina affiliations, and a failed effort to state details. Other items list FOR SALE seed corn and a vacant lot on New Hampshire Street with contact details.
Gov Stubbs vetoes a tax bill that would require two thirds of annual taxes be paid in December with no rebate, affecting county clerks and taxpayers. The piece also covers social events, club mergers, and a Lawrence woman’s neighborhood diary extracts, reflecting local society amid political debate.
The Epworth League and friends of Mr and Mrs Holthoefer gathered at 639 Mass St to honor twenty five years since their marriage. Rev A J Ross spoke and Rev C Eberhart read a poem. Charles Parker Connately, pastor of Respeshments, introduced gifts and the Plymouth Congregational church invited Dr Connolly to become associate minister. He would follow Easter duties after previously serving in Hiawatha Kansas.
Miss Hope Robinson won first prize at Lawrence High School for her reading The Lance of Kanuna. Elizabeth Lovejoy took second on The Relations on Her Side and Them on His'n, and Iva Harper placed third with The Swan Song. Prizes were 5.00, 2.50, and 2.00.
Ottawa Republic quotes George L. Wells of Holmes enterprise denying violent intent behind Lula Index article. Wells says Lula writer targeted four survey party members laid off for incompetence and defends the company while warning against personal attacks on Hugh A. Divines and the electric project.
The U S Supreme Court will hear appeals from Kansas to oust Western Union Telegraph and Pullman from Kansas. Charles Blood Smith counsels Western Union. former attorney general C C Coleman represents Kansas. The dispute centers on a Kansas license tax based on capital stock.
Nashville dispatch reports Judge Anderson finished the defense's argument in the Cooper trial. Attorney General McCain opened the state's closing appeal. The defense assails alleged abuse and unjust prosecution, while Prosecutors stress the need for accountability and condemn libel suits as weak. The exchange centers on class and blue blood notions in relation to law.
Electric line workers are expected to resume activity in Lawrence early next week with the Day ton men likely arriving Monday or Tuesday. Mr. Laming will be here late Monday night after returning from Washington where Belgian visitors saw the president sworn in. The Belgians, who stayed on after Lawrence’s announcement, returned home Thursday. Laming traveled with them. Laming then went to Cleveland from New York on road business and will stop Monday at Bourbonville to visit his son Foster at Kemper Military Academy.
In New York on March 13 an association of moving picture exhibitors created a three month trial censorship system for films and songs. A board of five censors, including civic organization representatives and a board of education member, will rate material. If successful the system may become permanent.
William S. Taylor of Philadelphia a noted railroad man died last night. He helped organize the San City Southern railway and served for many years as president of the Kansas City Fort Smith and Southern Railway.
A ten day reunion of yeggmen and erooka in Pittsburg attracts secret service attention. Railroad secret agents blend in with criminals at cake ovens and coat departments observing movements and identifying potential targets. The event prompts vigilant surveillance by railroad companies’ investigators.
Mr and Mrs Luther North Lewis hosted twelve tables for a dinner whist evening with a six course meal at seven o clock Prizes went to H E Don Carlos Joseph Ramsey H Haworth and Mrs Mary Mesas The rooms carried ferns and flowers Meanwhile in Pittsburg Ohio March 13 US engineers warn municipal water pumping from the Ohio River may lower water stages and disrupt navigation raising questions about gas water rights and supply methods.
Washington dispatch on March 13 reports President Taft intends to have each department head make frequent inspection tours. The idea aims to keep advisers closely informed and responsive, shaping the new administration’s approach.
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