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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1900
Page
1
Senator Beveridge filed a substitute for the Porto Rico tariff section stating free entry for Porto Rico goods but not extending the U S constitution there. He announced plans to speak next Thursday and argued the move aligns with the president’s relief and policy.
The weekly congressional forecast notes plans for the week in Washington with key committee actions on appropriations and the Philippine question. It mentions the District of Columbia day, private pension bills, and the Army appropriation bill on the calendar, along with anticipated canons Puerto Rican committee sessions and amendments to governmental bills. General Wheeler intends to be sworn in, with possible committee reference. local political voices indicate ongoing hearings and preparatory measures across the Capitol.
W G Sears secretary to Senator Harris resigned and left for Cuba to visit colleagues then plans six weeks away before returning to the United States to enter the race for lieutenant governor on the popular ticket. In Nebraska both Democrats and populists caucused preparing for conventions with fierce factional battles over delegates at large. A fusion appears likely for Sioux Falls delegates while Midwestern choices proceed. The free Silver Republicans plan no convention unless plans change. A machinists strike across the United States and Canada could involve 100000 workers, with Chicago labor tensions cited as a trigger for broader action.
A mob of about 3000 surrounded Joplin Missouri city jail shouting for Black suspects charged with assaulting a white girl. Police protected inmates while the mob tore windows and entered briefly. Authorities moved a Black man from the jail and dispersed after learning he was removed.
Tacoma is reporting Charles Cupid has reached the Cape Nome district with crews staking creeks for 20 to 25 miles and new rannals. About 5,000 square miles have been prospected as owners agree to share profits with workers. Campbell forecasts Nate country output at least 100000, double last year’s Klondike yield.
New York reports a March 19 incident where a coal chute struck the roof and tore it off a Ninth Avenue elevated car. Engineer Harlow and Fireman Hutchings were knocked to the floor as the engine surged forward briefly before steam exhaustion stopped it. a dozen passengers were tossed about. Separately in London a Daily Mail Naples correspondent quotes Webster Davis saying Boers near Pretoria favor peace, with Kruger and Joubert opposing it but growing unpopular. Davis would not discuss the mission details, yet belief in a peace move persists.
At Topeka J K Hudson reasserts control of the Capital editorial chair under a contract to next July overruling Popenoe and three directors who favored continuing the Capital as Obriation daily. Burglaries plague Memphis depot as safes are blown and loot unknown. About 200 barrels Missouri apples from Ozark orchards lead US Paris Expo display totaling 2,500 barrels nationwide.
Mrs Maude Booth wife of Gen Ballington Booth plans a long western lecture and visit trip from Montclair New Jersey to California with stops at hotels and Colorado officials inviting further Hope halls on the Pacific coast. Nearly 50 graduates at Flushing progress praised by Mrs Roath. Cromde Against Expectoration in Paris Public signs to fight tuberculosis to be posted in streets. Footpads terrorize Kansas City Kansas two men shot and robbed by a lone negro on Washington Ave. Maud S a famed harness mare dies at Port Chester farm from heart disease.
In Joplin Missouri on March 19 the Kansas City Pittsburg and Gulf railroad was sold at public auction to satisfy a 23 million dollar mortgage held by State Trust Company New York. The sole bid of 12.5 million by Bilus Petsl of the Philadelphia organization committee won as the upstate upset price. the buyer plans to form a new company, bond road at 50 million, and operate by April. The sale followed foreclosure decreed by Judge Amos Thayer in St Louis and involved reorganization leaders Harrity, Edenbern, Pam, Smith, and Sielcken.
London reports show two British columns en route to Mafeking with possible movement toward Pretoria. News from Bloemfontein and Natal offers little detail, while observers opine Roberts may pivot to an advance via Rustenburg. Patrols and proclamations reach frontier towns as Methuen’s force seeks to safeguard rail links and secure strategic points.
In Frankfort on March 19 Powers Davia and Colton were arraigned on murder links to Goebel. The Commonwealth said it was not ready and trials were reset for next Friday after county officials expect to present witnesses. Ex Gov John Y Brown sought to compel witnesses but was denied to avoid publicity. A confession claim by Sergeant Golden was neither affirmed nor denied by prosecutors. In Joplin Mo the jailbreak on a jail break attempt to lynch a suspect ended with release of the wrong man and fear of further mob action. The Waters-Pierce company is a private Missouri corporation dating from 1889, which began business in Texas.
Prof Barber leaves Sunday for Europe and M A Sigall will cover botany duties. University sends an annual Germany goods order near $2000 for chemistry and biology. Spring oratorical contest mid May with $20 gold medal. speeches limited to 1400 words. Medical students protest laboratory and breakage fees as seniors don caps and gowns. President Herwick of Washburn visited. revival of vacation dates uncertain. railroad rates unchanged. Violet party hosted for Miss Helle Jones with violet decor and prizes. Sale of Arizona opera tickets large. oratorical contest at Haskell Institute tonight. Public events include Methodist and Presbyterian meeting to settle spelling, admission 10 cents. Marriage license issued to Henry Gauck and Eliose Brownell. Hattie Ganter dies aged 15. funeral Wednesday. Minor local notes include barber price change and Topeka travel updates.
The market notes cattle and hog prices with varied demand in Kansas City and nearby markets. Quotes show steady to strong hogs, steady cattle demand, and mixed feeder and dairy product figures amid seasonal shifts and wholesale activity.
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