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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1911
Page
1
In Juarez a rebel force attacked during a festival, seizing several posts and pushing fire into the city. Casualties include insurrectos and several on the American side as thousands watched from rooftops and banks. Col. Sauls pledged readiness to respond to orders from Washington as reports conflict on the incident’s cause.
The Grant Township report lists assessed property values, land use totals and livestock counts. It notes two new houses and two barns burned, plus figures for grain crops, wool, milk and poultry sales. Highlights include 1,188 acres unimproved or under fence and 9,008 improved acres, with sheep numbering nine times the dogs.
Rebel forces attack a town in San Diego region causing destruction and casualties. Reports describe buildings burned and streets filled with bodies as Juana suffers insurrectionary strikes in May. Local authorities struggle to control the situation.
A joint Senate resolution introduced by Senator George of Oklahoma contemplates independence for the Philippine Islands. The measure states the United States would surrender sovereignty at the first practical moment.
VW M Yoland, a Galva youth, was brought back from McPhersons to answer a charge of passing counterfeit money under false pretenses. He was released on a $400 bond furnished by W E Poland and John Poland and Irey Dies. His uncle and brother, who had been in town to settle the three worthless checks, sought to secure a dismissal, but the county attorney refused. The case will be tied up in the November term on a felony charge.
A full length portrait of Abraham Lincoln, described as a martyr, is prepared for exhibition at the library. The image measures about five feet high and will be shown to illustrate the era and preserve the memory of the fallen president.
Washington May 9 Democrats push a free list tariff bill on agricultural implements meats and other items. The measure failed 256 to 209 with Democrats voting solidly and Republicans largely against it. Several Republicans supported the bill while others abstained or were not voting.
Mrs W R Stubbs wife of Governor Stubbs and Mrs W W Johnston wife of the chief justice will speak at a statewide suffrage rally in Lawrence this afternoon urging support for the proposed amendment. Delegates from Lawrence will attend Topeka for the May 16 convention with speakers including Miss Eugenia Galleston and Alberta Cryin as leaders. The campaign aims to organize every county and district in Kansas to secure votes for equal suffrage when the amendment is submitted.
A suffragette era election concluded with no man casting a ballot. Miss Buelilt Murphy was named President and Mae Wastin Vice President as the Women’s Council chose new officers for the Student Council from Pine Avis Lanen and others. A second election will select six new members.
A reader letter extols Grape-Nuts as improving digestion energy and mental strength after trials with breakfast routines. The testimonial claims prior nervousness and fatigue eased, noting breakfast changes including Grape-Nuts, cream, toast, and Postum, plus a suggestion to read The Road to Wellville.
A Cadillac farmer Casey Van Lieven killed his wife and three children before taking his own life. Police say Van Lieven and his wife had been separated for five weeks, with the wife living in a hotel in Luther. The victim’s burial details and nearby memorials were discussed as part of community notices.
In New York on May 4 Thomas J. Freeman receiver of the International and Great Northern Railroads was elected vice president of the Texas and Uneilie railroad and placed in charge of Unesdtraad operation.
An unreadable OCR fragment describes ships sailing on a Atlantic cruise with routes including Minnesota Mississippi Hampton Roads New York and South Carolina. It notes four slips joining at sea and a division member failing a task.
The Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen holds its annual convention in Inureisburg Virginia. President W F Lee of Cleveland delivers remarks as delegates from the United States Canada and Mexico attend the gathering.
The twentieth annual meeting of the General Society Daughters of the Revolution opens in Baltimore today and runs through Friday. Delegates from all parts of the state attend. about 150 delegates will participate in business sessions.
A three act comedy with songs and dancing features a sixteen cast led by Helen Mornay Tess Uritehfield Leta Terpen Ali Williams and others. The play by Mee Eriechain promises sparkling lines and entertaining verses presented in a lively student production.
The obituary notes the death at her Kansas home of Mrs. L B Kellogg, born 1850 in Ceshoeton, a daughter of Wey 1 Pa Mitchell. She was nominated governor of Kansas in 1859 by the national screenback party and supported by her husband, attorney general Men. She was sister to Dr C B Mitchell of Chicago, former pastor of the Menalist church of Kansas.
Judge Smart adjourned district court listing final entries. Mira Jackson versus The Lawrence Railway and Light Company closed with defendant’s costs. Young versus A. Ty and S. FB awarded plaintiff 300 dollars and costs. Gould versus Brownlee dismissed at plaintiff's cost. Court will reconvene in Lawrence to tidy docket.
El Paso Texas May reports say General Navarre and Madero clash with Matero's insurgents near Juarez. Fierce fighting rages as federal troops press a general attack while negotiations for ceasefire fail. Casualties mount on both sides including Americans wounded or killed.
Fragments describe Madero's limited power and questioning support within his ranks as rebel actions and trials of leadership unfold. Reports from Mexico City and Washington note confusion over who leads insurgents, with fear of renewed violence near the border and cautious U.S. military stance.
A group led by rw Lanner mon ame av Kats state plans to establish a new bank in Kansas City. Funds and capitalization are in place, with construction likely near Fidelity Trust and Western Exchange sites. The project aims to rival Central National in prominence and drive local finance growth.
Reports from committees on resolutions and territorial matters met early and approved a sul-committee report recommending a state board for both territories after voting on constitutional amendments. A recall provision was requested, and a measure to simplify the constitution’s amendment process was debated. Finance committees held hearings on a Canadian reciprocity bill as the session continued.
Kansas weather bulletin reports generally fair conditions tonight and Wednesday with cooler Wednesday. Highs and lows not specified, but temperature dip expected midweek across the state. Localized patterns not detailed.
City officials and appointees are listed including City Attorney J H Mitchell and Council President A L Cox. The council adjourned without confirming a chief and with disputed janitor and department head appointments. A lease proposal with Bowersock Mill for levee use and a decoration fund request are noted as ongoing items.
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