25 Mar 1910
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 25, 1910
Page
1
University sorority members protest a report alleging Greek-letter girls lack in good standing. A prominent member asserts sorority committees regularly audit members and discipline laggards, while calling for Chancellor distinctions and unity among sororities amid the agitation sparked by the regents letter.
The Journal urges a clear single word hire to endorse the boulevard while insisting adjacent property owners pay the majority of costs. A public subscription could help, but only after knowing each property owner’s share.
The Saylor murder trial in Crescent City continues with direct testimony showing Dr. W J Miller and Mrs J B Saylor were often together, and Blanton’s statements after the killing are scrutinized on cross examination. Separate items note a skating dog act by Prof. LaDuque, a Washington nomination for Mexico City, a Union concert dance by the Bos ton Troubadours, and Democratic Rules Committee selections in Washington.
A reader in Weston says he feels well and ten days ahead of schedule after arriving at 8 this morning. He walked four miles since leaving Norbourne, noting no delays and steady progress on his journey.
A major blaze at the Fish Furniture company building in Chicago kills twelve with forty escape attempts and several fall deaths from a third floor window. An explosion in the fourth floor finishing room, sparked by a lighter, ignited benzine. Fire crews battled the flames for hours as detectives search for Leo Steeckel over the lighter incident.
Kansas Governor Stubbs reports Taft administration promises to revise internal revenue rules with new instructions for district attorneys in states with prohibitory laws. Taft replies that Justice and Internal Revenue are finalizing a unified plan, to be issued to collectors and deputies soon, while respecting Stubbs’s Washington program. In Cincinnati, a miners and operators talks fail to reach agreement on a joint scale. In Fort Smith, Bowman receives a reprieve from a death sentence for criminal assault.
Mrs. Hattie Dunnody Cole sues Howard G. Cole’s second wife, Mrs. Louis Coleman Cole, in Kansas City seeking damages of four quarters of a million for alleged alienation of affection. The Chicago millionaire Howard G. Cole is involved, with references to Jarvis Hunt’s former wife.
Jim Mitchell and Frank Sauer announce an imminent walk to Kansas City inspired by Edward Payson Weston, with Sauer challenging the journey and a $200,000 fire incident to follow in Morganfield Kentucky on March 25. Weston's legacy spurs new devotees as a fire damages Green River department store and other buildings amid threatening letters from the Black Hand. Arkansas Supreme Court grants appeal to U S Supreme Court over Choctaw Strip territorial status between Oklahoma and Arkansas.
In Washington on March 25, the House passed by a unanimous vote a Norris resolution naming the Rules Committee. The panel includes six Republicans and four Democrats. Members listed span Dalzell and Fassett among Republicans and Underwood and Fitzgerald among Democrats, with district origins noted. A brief discussion confirmed the selections were made in party caucuses.
Topeka March 25 District Judge Pollock of the United States court refused to release Aditison Ship-Y-Tuck an Indian charged with carrying whisky into the Potawatomi reservation. He ruled that the prohibition of liquor applies even on land that has been allotted and reservations are under federal law.
Evangelist Dorris drew a large audience at the Christian church last night with a sermon on Paul in Corinth and the message I determined to know nothing among you save Christ. He noted Paul spent 2 years six months in Corinth delivering the core gospel and urged continued revival interest. A request was made to repeat the Baptism of the Holy Spirit sermon next Sunday night as meetings will run nightly. Tonight’s sermon titled Heart Felt Religion begins after a 7 30 song service.
A barn owned by an 8 man named Krause burned to the ground this afternoon on 1125 Mississippi Street. The structure was empty at the time, and total loss is not known. In other items, American Captain Godfrey Fowler, wounded at the Battle of Tisma, has been found in Granada and handed to Admiral Kimball for deportation. Also reports note the first Western Union uniform wearer from Wrenue, a lynching in Birmingham, and various notices and classifieds.
A fellowship supper was held in the night at the Y M C A. Mr B C Carter, a prominent Y M C A worker, helped build a fine program. The event was very successful and enjoyable.
Mrs. Sallie Moody died at age 43 in her Kaw Valley home. Funeral services are set for Sunday at 2 o clock from the residence. Wiedemann's Candy Toys and Chocolate Crests Eggs advertised.
Washington March 23 The prosecution nears closing its case before the Ballinger-Pinchot investigation committee with most important witnesses against Ballinger disposed of The remaining days will cover explanations of documentary evidence by Brandeis and others Brandeis added he wished to call Ballinger as a witness prompting Vertrees Ballinger’s attorney to object The committee will rule in executive session.
Galesburg Indiana reports a triple funeral for victims of the Rock Island wreck near Marshalltown Iowa last Monday. A widow, Mrs H T Pennington, also loses her husband and newborn. she dies this morning. The three interments are planned for tomorrow.
New Orleans reports Alfred Mitchell enraged by his wife fleeing with children. he shot at them then killed himself. Meanwhile in Usunbride Massachusetts a likely murder trial looms over a cash embezzlement case from National City Bank. Easter candy trends note a bride elect and local election contests ahead.
Mike Leahy of Tonganoxie started a vane pomace blaze three miles southwest of town that swept over four or five farms, threatened several dwellings, and produced a fierce heat felt miles away. Wind carried the fire northeast. neighbors saved Frank Fairchild’s dwelling and Milner’s orchard with help from Fred Needham. Several farms lost minor timber while others escaped significant damage. The event was followed by a Washington Post camp fire at the G A R hall with speeches and readings by Mrs. Bunkminster, Miss Rankin, and Mrs. Macoulbre.
In Forest Hill Louisiana on March 25 a peculiar theft occurred after the body of E. D. Garner was exhumed. His gold teeth, a diamond ring, a gold watch and cuff buttons were taken from the sealed tomb placed there over thirty years ago.
Italian businessmen Antonio Cincotty and Antonio Misiane were indicted today in county court after arrests on March 4 for attempting to extort $15,000 from Enrico Caruso. Both pleaded not guilty as proceedings began.
That Stevens has lost a valuable bird dot pup and believes the animal was stolen. Local report notes the owner’s concern and ongoing search efforts, with no further details on suspects or location provided.
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