04 May 1911
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 04, 1911
Page
1
Fragmented courtroom testimony describes tense exchanges as jurors and defendants discussed accusations and loyalties. Names such as Cuccolo and Abhateniega appear amid references to an ongoing interrogation and violent implications.
The president pardoned several inmates including John Vee Brown for counterfeiting and Baltiiere for gas price fraud. Clemency reduced sentences and commutations were noted for multiple cases across states with families and officials cited in the release.
Fragmentary account shows St Marys and rivals preparing for a league game. Mentions players and lineups with names like Collins Hayden and Kellevy, and references to Catholic school competition and crowd interest.
The Lawrence squad won first place at the state convention drill in Parsons. Teams from Unity League and other districts competed as judges praised precision and formation. Stella Remington and Ada Keller led the team with strong performances.
Report describes Wiehlta Kaun and others accused of distributing 32 000 dollars worth of beer and whisky. Police plan to approve witnesses for the trial as the prohibition offense involved selling beverages in a restricted room guarded with two large padlocks. The room door was secured without police order in an apparent violation of law.
The report notes Mrs Remington's non candidacy amid the Tower convention atmosphere. Delegates debated her stance and the meeting drew strong attendance and debate, described as among the best held on the border.
Haworth urges mine safety reforms after the Mineral disaster where five miners died from gas exposure. He notes ground conditions and delayed ventilation as factors and recommends surface air tubes and preplanned relief vents to prevent further explosions. Operators should place safety systems near development areas to ensure safer working conditions.
The piece argues for severe sentencing if the men are found guilty of dynamiting the Los Angeles Times building. It criticizes defense and labor leaders who rushed to defend the accused, urging the public to await full evidence. Parallel items note a separate court session in Baltimore and Muskogee updates on personal matters.
The state debate title will be decided tomorrow night in Prager hall after Independence and Ashland high schools won district contests. Teams led by Henry Shin Cy Shearer Tray McQuister and Gale Carson Fred Winkler Chyrenne Bare face off with judges AL Shart W B and F J Olex presiding for a silver loving cup awarded to the champion for two consecutive years.
Aged priest Merve Kan widely known in the Jesuit order died at Georgetown after being treated in Freder trated at Geerttown. The report notes his long service and loss to the Jesuit community.
Fowler Tud May Breezy Ponte says John W Poole is jailed here charged with the murder of Joseph Kemper. Coroner Le today considers Poole in the investigation of Kemper’s disappearance. A witness will likely testify against Poole linked to the case. Police search the area while investigators question Monile workers and other suspects.
The trial of Juha Dietz, wife and son Leslie, for the alleged murder of deputies proceeds. Testimony unfolds about the involvement in the Hinz home on Tulmer Street.
Mrs. Darhind, a passenger on a streetcar, was thrown to the pavement near her home last night as a car struck the streetcar. She suffered scalp wounds and a head injury after the fall, while the driver and witnesses described a quick end to the incident.
A hospital report notes congressman Ah. C Mitchell from the Second Nansax district was operated on and spent a comfortable night. The event occurs amid a broader pageant featuring the Triestess of Carthage and is tied to the ongoing Amora program at the Aurora tomorrow.
War department confirms reports that Magilan, a sea port in Sinelvac, is held by rebels with many Americans said to be in insurgent hands. Official dispatches give no details and telegraphic communication with the port is cut off.
Contributions to the tornado relief fund totaled 592.40 as of today with donations from A. L. Selig and others including Neevive today, Mrs. Mary Newco Lowen, Ww. Miller Lumber, and Lion- BaRL Learner. The item notes focus on fundraising amid strong public support.
Los Angeles March 1. The county grand jury convened today and is expected to return new indictments in the dynamiting cases. The target is the McNamara brothers and Ortie McManigal, to arraign them tomorrow on murder charges for the explosion. District Attorney Fredericks affirmed the plan for new indictments to be announced at the arraignment.
Topeka reports Hutchinson invited to host the 1912 Sunday School convention with a favorable nominating committee report and unanimous convention approval. Hutchinson is constructing a new hall to accommodate crowds, with about 2,000 delegates expected. The Bailey resolution sets the senate meeting hour to 2 PM, effective until further order.
Jurors in the Carl Thickel murder trial will not hear the dying statement allegedly made by Miss Frances Peters. Judge Rankin ruled the statement inadmissible along with the mother’s testimony at the presumed bearing. Kansas City man Juin J. Lewis testified of the last visit to Peters in the hospital and named Bickel as the assailant. The state is expected to finish its case this afternoon.
Lincoln May 4 J Bevan asserts that some Democrats in the House favor keeping wool tariffs. He says a tariff reduction would force the party to renounce protectionist aims and align with Republicans. Press dispatches note wool tariff sentiment among Democrats.
Subscriptions to the G A R Fund are urged as the encampment nears. Nadethoifer chairs the committee and, with Larry Dink, calls on subscribers to settle balances. Timely payments at the store will relieve a shortfall and complete the list of contributors.
Topeka Country Club plans a 12 player team trip to Lawrence for a Saturday golf match on the Mi Dread course. Fans expect several games in the forenoon as visitors drive in to challenge local enthusiasts and boost practice for the downtown club. Meanwhile a bicycle collision on Berkeley Street involved Wm GL Rhodes and Weil Ward, both uninjured after the riders failed to spot obstacles.
The Senate, in session for the first time since Monday, weighs the farmers free list bill as members push for a Saturday vote while aiming to clear the measure ahead of Schedule K revisions to the Payne-Aldrich act. The Lorimer inquiry remains unsettled as La Follette signals restraint on timing.
Strang Line officials ask the State Board of Railroad Commissioners for 300000 in stocks and bonds to ballast the line from Kansas City and extend toward Lawrence. Local contacts say the issue may back a Lawrence Topeka extension within two years, boosting rail service for University traffic and business.
A meeting occurred on Western Ground near Marlevo as Mexican official Carlutti met with rebel leaders led by Madera and Gomez. Both sides issued a brief statement that a preliminary basis for negotiations has been agreed upon with a plan for immediate peaceful proceedings.
May 4 report from Washington notes Representative Fueht of Pennsylvania predicted intervention would come soon. An army officer said to have just returned from the border told him intervention was inevitable, though no name was given. Also reports Judge Curtis D. died at his home aged 78, a prominent lawyer.
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