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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 27, 1909
Page
1
Total city registration for the April 6 election reaches 4 779 with about one half women. Ward breakdown shows gains since the primaries and a last minute surge of roughly 200 registrations. Women’s clubs urge participation, prompting surprise at the turnout and the second ward as the strongest for women voters.
Senator Curtis of Kansas pressed the president for a second time on Kansas bank guarantee law operations as Kansas banks tout insurance provisions to attract deposits amid recent national bank failures. Governor Stubbs Attorney General Jackson and Bank Commissioner Dolley plan to meet Attorney General Wickersham in Washington to seek guidance on national banks and the state law distinctions from Oklahoma.
H L Bowdoin of New York signs with Oak Island owners to dig for treasure next May. Traditions claim Captain Kidd’s Adventurer buried riches in Mahone Bay, while tales recount deep auger borings and relics found in the hole amid legends of a long buried treasure.
In Ft Worth Texas Gustafson announces a remodel of his store with a new ceiling and border, fixtures arriving next week, and an upcoming opening inviting the city to enjoy the enhanced shop. The note adds a curious aside about a student shaving incident at the university.
Taft at play as he leaves official duties to golf with Vice President Sherman at the Chevy Chase club. The president accepted the challenge during a recreation break, marking a lighter moment after the inauguration.
A Kansas City market column lists grain receipts and futures for May July September plus cash prices for wheat corn oats rye and hay. It notes the death of Archibald Gabriel four year old son of Mr and Mrs Charles Gabriel of Endora with funeral set for Tuesday. It also reports a Life Imprisonment bill in St Paul and local notices for sale and livestock.
The article tours Florence and Venice as stops on a Kansas European journey of winners, detailing Florence’s medieval streets, Palazzo Vecchio, Uffizi, Ponte Vecchio and Medici heritage, then Venice’s canal cityscape with 150 canals, 117 islands, 378 bridges, Grand Canal life, St. Mark's, Rialto, Bridge of Sighs, and rich art treasures.
National bankers from across Kansas press Washington for permission to participate in the state guaranty fund or to form a currency association and deposit insurance plan under the Aldrich Vreeland framework. They warn of forming a currency group if denied access to the fund, aiming to safeguard deposits alongside state banks. A committee from each district drafts plans, signaling concerted action across the state.
London reports the foreign office denied a claim that Britain was wiring about former Venezuelan president Itro Loland at Port of Spain Trinidad. The denial clarified no government inquiry or intention had been established.
A Journal report quotes a business source alleging the Dayton promoters faced council obstruction over a two percent cut and delays securing a charter. The source says the council complied in detail, the promoters sought time to finalize power, and their deal with Mr. Laning allowed them to press ahead, disputing claims of council fault. The piece argues the town should stand by representatives against external opposition.
Washington March declares unity in Democratic ranks during tariff talks. Representative Larrison of New York argues against amendments. supports marking all items for possible rate changes to aid American consumers. Debate reshapes as party lines unite though questions linger on tax measures and legislative pace. Albany dispatch notes state officials hearing bank and tax debates amid broader political maneuvering.
Two University students L A Abels and B F Clawson left today for Seattle to take good positions at the Yukon exposition. They are associated with Merchants and Team Gustafson.
Missouri edged Kansas 62 1 3 to 22 23 as the Tigers dominated in the Missouri-Kansas track meet. Lawrence High and Leavenworth led invitation events while Missouri swept most field events and relays, with Douglas, Bowing, and Hoberts starring for Missouri. Kansas efforts were spirited but unable to match the Tigers in the featured events and relays.
The Masque club will stage Bishop's Carriage and Ma dame Butterfly in a dress rehearsal this evening. Bets Theta Pi hosts an informal dance April 7 at the chapter house. Miss Nora Belden wed Lynne Mason at 6:30 p.m. tomorrow in DeSoto at her mother's home. Miss Kate Fincher and Roscoe Pine announce a wedding on Weddeday April 7 in North Lewredee. Waldo Wellington and May Jennings announce a June marriage. both are known in Salina society. Recital by Wiedemann Messler Righter Miller slated downtown Wednesday. campus spring preparations noted.
A sheriff led twenty special deputies to Hickory Camp near Muskogee Oklahoma to confront more than 100 Black residents from McIntosh Muskogee Okmulgee and Okfuskee counties amid fears of a raid on white farms. Reports differ on Thursday's clash with several Black participants injured no confirmed fatalities.
Promoters led by W R Sullivan and attorney W B Brownell travel to Topeka to straighten out a hitch in securing the company charter from the state board. The piece also notes local talk on 2 percent concessions, upcoming joint committee meetings, and assorted local clippings and ads from Raymond's Drug, Meow Vanilla Tea Cream and other items.
Matt Potter, a well known Lawrence resident of the Fourth ward nicknamed the bloody Fourth, died after a long illness this afternoon at 3 30. A plucky fighter and loyal fighter in politics he was a good soldier and a sturdy man who never shirked. His death brings personal sorrow to many across town.
W A White of the Gazette will depart Emporial with Mrs Wiate for New York and board the Cretic on April 3. The group includes Mrs Mary White and children Mary and Bill. They will cruise via Azores, Madeira, Gibraltar to Naples then tour Italy Switzerland Germany and France before England and a fall return. This marks Mr White’s first European visit.
Death notices from Lecompton and nearby areas report A J Ashpole dying of tuberculosis at home after returning from central Kansas. John C Brown, a noted local farmer, collapsed while hitching his team near Lawrence. Other obituaries mention Mrs Margaret Ritchie and Mrs A S McRae, both passing after brief illnesses.
Pillsburg Pennsylvania March 27 Mrs. James H Boyle tied to the Whitla kidnapping case attempted to escape or injure herself aboard a moving train en route to Mercer jail. Sheriff and brakeman restrained her. she denied being Anna McDermott. Mercer County jail await review as information charges Boyle and wife with abduction. Chicago and Kansas City reports place Avna McDermott Boyle in New York at a hotel man Frank York, with no local hotel ties found.
W T Gibbons, owner of the Aurora theater, completed a deal to acquire the Lyric theater and its operations from Johnson Sisters. remodeling includes new scenery and a Cameraphony talkie system. Gibbons will run both venues in separate circuits and aims to improve performances at both houses.
Guantanamo Cuba March 27 The naval station reports the Mississippi lies at anchor with the squadron and there is no indication of any disturbance in the fleet The Navy Department in Washington had received a telegram denying the sensational rumor of an explosion aboard the battleship Mississippi in Cuban waters.
Annie L. Barteaux a longtime Lawrence resident died at her home this morning at 6 30. Her daughter Miss Ella Barteaux arrived from New York City for the funeral which will be private. Barteaux had lived in Lawrence many years and was highly regarded by friends and neighbors.
Fire at the home of Mrs. Veronica Wocefsii in Scranton Ta destroyed the dwelling and left her three young daughters fatally burned. The early morning blaze so far is described as the tragic house fire with victims confirmed.
Lawrence becomes a potential hub as the Hocker and Davis Interurban survey party nears town after reaching Hes pur and Shawnee territory. The Kansas City firm plans extended lines toward Topeka, aiming to place Lawrence on a growing electric network while claiming noninterference with other promoters.
A small product list notes Strawberry Tee Cream, trawlee Banana Ice Cream, Caramel Nut Ice Cream, Vanilla Ice Cream from BOXMAK & CO. Dry 6 Journal West. The fragment suggests a catalog entry for frozen desserts and supplier BOXMAK & CO.
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