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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1913
Page
1
The state tax commission ruled that fraternity property not owned by active members is taxable, including alumni houses. County officials from Douglas County plan to reassess property, prompting potential appeals by fraternities seeking exemptions under state law.
Sheriff Cummings answered a report of a man prostrate on rail tracks in Grant township. Vern Simmons, recently released from Leavenworth hospital after toe operation, said he walked from Leavenworth to near Rendle and collapsed from exhaustion. He was placed in county custody for the night and to be taken back to Leavenworth hospital this afternoon. Simmons is colored.
A scattered recount of Charles Haskin and his wife seeking health and stability as farm life shifts with the season. The narrative follows traveling to Grays County, improvising shelter, and managing a thousand acre operation with modest means. The couple values family visits during this busy time while continuing grain marketing and seasonal work.
B Sanders Walker banker dies after taking bichloride of mercury by mistake for headache remedy. He faced death with resignation. faculty promotions include WH Billings to professor of chemistry and N Z Sherwood promoted in teleology. Washington conference on campaign setup with five members to explore joint congressional campaign committee and headquarters.
Rumors suggest Dean Marvin of Kansas University may retire at year end and receive the honorary title of Dean Emeritus. Prof J F Walker is named as potential vice dean, with Walker also linked as successor to Marvin. The dean, who joined KU in 1870, has served thirty eight years, and health issues are cited as retirement reasons.
Topeka Kan May ae seen Hodges today appointed De Robinson of Independence B. O. Wolf of Ottawa W. S Henrion of Wichita and W S Dick of Lawrence to the state board of veterinary examiners. Dick of Lawrence already serves on the pharmacy board. his term expires soon. War Veteran Dead York May 22 Brigadier General Joseph Choke Jackson veteran of the Civil War is dead.
The second annual Play Festival in Lawrenzo will feature Little Folks in Folk Dances and Pageants, with music by the Haskell Military Band and athletic events including basketball. The complete program lists overture, choruses, dances, and numerous track and field events with teams from Central, New York, Pinckney, Quincy, and Woodlawn.
The 1914 Knights of Pythias convention at Emporia selected Lawrence as the site for next year’s gathering. Lawrence delegates campaigned to win the 1915 convention, with officers and sisters elected for key posts in Emporia and statewide roles.
Washington on May 22 reports state department contentions that the California land act does not violate the 1911 treaty, with lawyers scrutinizing language. Dispatches suggest negotiations drift toward tension, offering little opportunity for both sides to retreat. Japan’s disappointment is noted as foreign officers deem Washington’s response unsatisfactory and lacking official action to nullify the act.
Kansas pharmacists gather in Lawrence for a three day convention starting Tuesday. Delegates from across the state will attend sessions at the University laboratories, tours, a city ride, a banquet, and a smoker. The program includes a welcome by Lawrence officials, officer reports, elections, and committee activities with sessions at the Chemistry and Pharmacy Building.
An accidental mine blast under theFr enely liner Senexal beached at Smyrna harbor front killed five people instantly and fatally injured six others. The explosion occurred near the harbor as the liner ran aground. Local authorities are investigating the accident and the number of casualties may rise.
Ceoter Stovall, suspended manager of the St. Louis Americans, is reinstated by the American League president Johnson on condition he writes a letter of apology to umpire Ferguson for spitting on him during a May 3 game in St. Louis. Meanwhile, county commissioners hear complaints from Palmyra and Baldwin City about tax-roll actions and other unsettled matters, with no new Baldwin complaints by late afternoon.
The First Regimental Band K Nu 3 presents its second concert at Central Park tonight, continuing all summer with alternating city venues. Tonight features a full program including March Selected, Overature Crown Diamond, Intermezzo After Sunset, and a Seville selection, with more concerts on Thursdays and Fridays.
A chaotic scene at Falls City unfolds as a mob attempts to lynch Walter Ballew after a dispute over a prisoner. Sheriff Bartlow and militia intervene, arresting and guarding the suspect. authorities coordinate between Kansas and Nebraska to ensure legal formalities are followed and transport to Lincoln penitentiary is prepared.
June brings a season of weddings and gift planning. The Journal World suggests a wide variety of presents and practical gift ideas to fit value and occasion.
A dog rabies case is reported near Blue Mound at S H Allen Street. An animal is believed bitten by a diseased dog and showing signs of rabies. Lawrence deputy serjeant at lawrence county was informed, with officials uncertain about an epidemic claim.
A partial OCR item from Washington reports on a Kansas postmaster designation. Names appear garbled but reference is made to individuals including Cassius, Lo Burney, and others, with mentions of Ardaiare Oklahoma and New Mexico in March. The fragment lacks clear actions or dates beyond March and locations.
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