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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1905
Page
1
The bodies of Elsworth Crowe and his son George were found in the Arkansas river after being in the water for over three days. The boy’s body was found three miles downstream and the father’s three miles from the drowning site on Sunday afternoon.
Missoula Mont May 4 At Sand Point Idaho F W Schulze an attorney from Vandalia Missouri was killed by three masked footpads Schultz was shot in the abdomen and died without regaining consciousness The militia are in pursuit WHAT May Music Festival WHO Chi Orchestra and Quartet WHEN Fri and Sat 26 and 27 WHERE Fraternal Aid hall
Dramatic closing scenes as the Nan Patterson trial ends with a seven to five hung verdict. The foreman announced no agreement, the prisoner fainted, and she was returned to the Tombs as crowds cheered in the streets. Juror Juttus Goldstone collapsed from nervous prostration, while lawyers and Patterson family members faced the aftermath.
Chauncey Newey Clyde Wilson and W Mo ride were freed by Judge Geyer as prosecution failed to start the murder trial against the Terry family suspects. No trial occurred despite defendants being ready. Meanwhile Emporia college tutors suspend five prep students for a freshman banquet disturbance. In Ohio, a second dynamite attempt to destroy the St Marys Reservoir failed to explode, damaging gates and risking nearby farms.
The Kansas State Board of Railway Assessors released taxable valuations for railroad property, totaling 1,760.08. Western Union led with 934.4, Postal Telegraph 140000, Hell telephone zinu.03s, and Independent telephone lines 32.1. The report reflects extensive assessment across utilities.
Bell Telephone of Emporia announced a new rate of 25 cents per month for Lyon county farmers, noting many switch to the independent company due to high current rates. Also reports various local items including Joe Reid winning at Nice France and other regional notices.
Judge E P Gates issued an order in Kansas City on May 4 delaying Mayor Neill from signing a city council bill granting a franchise to Hugh McGowan of Indianapolis and associates to supply natural gas. The promoters would pump gas from the Kansas field at 25 cents per 1000 feet for five years and 30 cents thereafter. Petitioners allege the franchise creates an unfair advantage, marking the mayor’s deadline to sign the bill as near.
Paola on March 4 reports streets around the square and nearby blocks sprayed with crude oil. The work was carried out by George Harris, a bookkeeper employed by Williams Oil Company, who procured the oil from their well.
May 4 Minnesota reports the Fifth Avenue hotel in Tginch burned in a gale destroying the wholesale district. Three lives were lost with two women missing and two unknown persons recovered. Firefighting hindered by strong winds.
Fire swept through the Iowa town of Dome City on May 4 damaging fifteen storefronts leaving only the depot and two elevators standing. Several families lost all they owned as losses reached about 3100,000 according to reports.
Halbrook Arch May 4 The Hood waters of the Little Colorado river reached their highest at 2 o clock today as the receding began Only one life was lost The flood swamped rich farming land causing hundreds of thousands of dollars in damage The river cut within ten feet of homes near Holbrook and St John’s area The region faces ruined crops and massive losses but most residents evacuated in time and no further deaths reported
Tepeka May 4 Governor Hoel stated he would close every saloon in Topeka during his remaining term while declining to specify action for other parts of the state. Topeka May 4 William Weig killed Russell Lindsay a brother-in-law of William Allen White near Kansas City Kan April 28 1871 has been granted an absolute pardon by Governor Inch was serving a ten year sentence.
In Elmyra New York on May 4 fifteen hundred strikers marched to Morris Run Pennsylvania to protest strike breaking miners and took part in a large demonstration.
Disturbances spread through Warsaw as workers halted streetcars and a soldier was shot amid crowds. Australia plans a comprehensive patent law modeled on Britain, fourteen year terms with individual claim validity. In New York, Alexander builds a canvas wall from salt cloth, claiming it withstands weather and wear better than traditional materials.
A British dispatch notes Russian warships sighted off Malacca and near Selangor in a British protectorate. It is unclear if they are inside territorial waters or obtaining supplies. The report suggests Russians have enjoyed hospitality of Japan’s ally’s waters, similar to Rosentvensky near Cochin China. Two Nebogatov transports reportedly put into Sabony stove after a collision.
Singapore reports the British steamer Selanger encountered a division of Russian warships off Jugrah between Penang and Singapore at 9 this morning, part of Nebogatloff's squadron. In Gunshu Paya, May 4, Japanese generals Nodzu Oku and Kuroki concentrate along Tie pass line with Kawa mura northeast and Nagi west of pass, suggesting Oyama will move his right flank first.
A May typhoon along the Amur coast damaged the Russian second Pacific squadron. Lighter vessels scattered. shipping men expect Rosestvensky's plans to be affected by the damage.
A Russian division consisting of four battleships an armoured cruiser and a gun boat with live colliers is passing Malacca bound south. In Warsaw seven persons were fatally wounded by a Cossack patrol while a crowd sang patriotic songs in front of a church. Social notes list Kansas City visits and local club closures with plans for travel to Topeka and Omaha, plus university lectures and Woodmen of America delegate work.
Chicago reports a violent day as a white worker Charles Reibling died from a fractured skull after a stone was thrown by a non union colored teamster during a riot at Eighteenth and State streets. Employers move to request troop protection while state troops prepare to deploy to restore order amid clashes and a second shooting on Eighteen Street. Governor Deneen and Mayor Dunne confer on measures.
Chicago May 4 officers commanding Illinois National Guard regiments have been ordered to keep companies in readiness for an emergency due to rioting. Business leaders fear no peace or safety for commerce while the tram drivers strike continues.
W R Stubbs former Kansas house speaker and Republican state chairman issues a signed statement defending his public remarks on the Royce matter. He accuses Royce of misrepresentation and defends his aim to inform voters with exact facts. Also notes Bert McFarlane, son of Ollie McFarlane, was injured by a thrown ball and references heavy rain flushing the paved Kentucky street area.
The Journal editor calls for citizen action against a pending gas ordinance. He questions the high rates, says other towns pay far less, and argues for city concessions or reform. He warns against granting twenty year franchise privileges without compensation and suggests strong protest or public demonstration.
University of Kansas professor Bartow resumes duties after a typhoid-related absence. The Greek symposium holds weekly meetings and discusses Western teachers joining a new society. Miss Van Zandt and Miss Helen Alder feature in social plans, with a Music Club program at the high school.
Weekend market report summarizes cattle prices with native steers stockers and feeders cows heifers and bulls with ranges. Hog and wheat quotes, oats, rye, hay, creamery butter, eggs, and lard prices listed. receipts noted for wheat. Multiple cities include Kansas City and Chicago with May 4 dates and various futures and spot prices.
Job ad seeks a man to care for horses and gardening and a experienced woman to handle cooking and housework. Apply to R C Manley of Lawrence National Bank. Also notices Home Aid Society fortieth anniversary celebration invites corner Dick's Hall at 7 pm Friday for supper. Mrs Moore, Secretary.
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