28 May 1907
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 28, 1907
Page
1
The San Francisco Boodle Trial reveals harsh claims and contempt threats as court actions unfold. Officials warn of jail for contempt while details surface about alleged falsity and pressured testimony amid a chaotic hearing.
A terse note highlights pursuit of land frauds and cuts through confusing tea party rhetoric, focusing on removing those who are not here and tracing who bears responsibility in the case.
A joint conference of the southwestern committee conducted here discussed railroad rates and will continue through tomorrow. The report notes a Mesiean railroad day is involved and details of decisions are pending. A boy fell from a banister injuring his arm at home. doctors say he is dying. District court adjourned until July 2.
Thieves struck a private gallery on Plostreet in Barlington, snatching several pictures from the dormer window. The unnamed artist’s opening exhibition was canceled as authorities investigated the break in and the theft, with the public now awaiting clues and a potential prize for information leading to recovery.
Crowds gathered at the McKinley residence to bid farewell to Mrs Ment as families and children line the route. Residents, friends, and local troops paused to honor the departing figure and share memories during the public send off.
A state court today overruled motions to set aside the receivership of a brewery. The ruling sides with Pabst and Valwl Hein Ce as the court denies requests to undo the bankruptcy process. The decision affects the estate and related parties in the ongoing case.
Fragmented OCR text references Frisco grafters and a Frisco telephony firm with attorneys and a hearing set for tomorrow morning. Key names and exact actions are unclear due to corrupted source text. The document hints at a legal case involving a father’s matter and franchise issues in a municipal setting.
The fragmentary text references saletettes on dogs, openings to be dispatched, and a limited application process. It mentions a home phone, Miss Crew, Gustfson running a business for two weeks selling graduation presents, timing for June magazines, Wolf's offerings, and sundae suggestions with fresh strawberries at Wiedemann's.
For sale a good milch cow advertised by L. F. Conklin at 836 Mass Street or 525 Tennessee. Both phones listed.
Social and personal items tell of Martin Metsker in Lawrence with J Somerfield from St Low lawn via Eudora. The text mentions Mrs G W Wood, Mrs Skilton joining Cuiver street Arts, Prof Hodder’s dinner for his History class, and various visits and entertainments around Hulintt city with guests and six course meals.
May 28 Pinshars, Pennsylvania reports an unknown man assaulted Cancelliere, proprietor and editor of the La Trinaria on a street near his office. The assailant struck him across the face from behind with a sharp weapon and fled afterward.
Watchword events unfold as Hearst returns to prominence amid New York City ballot debates. Abe Wolfson advertises W. L. Douglas shoes at 637 Mass Street, while a local ice cream maker touts pure product quality. Simpson Richardson, native of England, files declaration of intention to become a U S citizen with Clerk Asher this morning.
Two men were badly hurt by shattered glass when a torpedo explosion toppled a streetcar of the Calumet Electric Railroad near Ninety third Street South Chicago. Dozens suffered minor injuries as passengers fled. Rumors spread of plant sabotage or religious motives, but no clear cause was established.
Henry Ayre and Lyons are alleged attackers in a fatal stabbing incident that left Perkins dead. Authorities report the victims as two UWO men and a confrontation that turned deadly as details emerge from the scene.
Fragmentary OCR text presents a chaotic scene with names and phrases. Readable elements include “Dewey,” “May,” and disjointed references to persons or places. No clear event, date, or organization emerges to form a coherent news item.
General Baron Karola and staff travel near Chicago for a formal US visit beginning in May. Reported plans include meetings with military and civic leaders to discuss strategic cooperation and assess national defense priorities during the two day stay.
Taft is set to address a gathering focused on the May versus Millers contest. The event aims to unite factions and promote the United States viewpoint amid ongoing discussions.
In Topeka on May 28 Judge Garver upholds the state court ruling that the people have rights but no remedy in the contested case. The judge holds that the matter involves a conflict with state law and the Kansas courts’ authority, finding against the claimant and in favor of the people.
Edward Hoist informs residence at Kansas, May 28, that a student from Wren will enter the United States Military Academy at West Point. The report notes he will depart for the academy and begin training with the Seventh Infantry.
Strikes expand as workers in Santiago and Chile press demands while unions in the United States push for support. Reports say several sectors join action, signaling a broad movement for better pay and conditions.
Muddled OCR fragment notes delays at the Boston harbor with references to several named clerks and steamers. The garbled text mentions ships scheduled to sail on Friday and Saturday and a related disruption at the wharves. No clear dates or full names are recoverable.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions corporate actions in New York, potential relinquishment of positions by councils and courts. Details are unclear due to garbled wording.
Announcement from Douglas County Normal Institute listing instructors Supt FL P. Smith and C. Merwin, Parmenter, and C. Bowman with primary methods and exam details. Institute fees include £1 for Anna Arnett and 15 cents for mail study. Invitation extends to teachers graduates and reviewers. Also notes sale of wall papers at Wolf's prices per roll.
The trial of T. M. Cox’s alleged assassination continues amid procedural delays. Judge Beckham is expected to appoint a special prosecutor as Lexington authorities prepare for the next hearing.
Fragmentary note mentions Cleveland man and a cold night with frost. Vague reference to a killing hunt in a valley and mention of Machinezum area. No clear names, dates, or outcomes available.
Unseasonably frigid conditions gripped Kentucky with record cold across the region. Officials reported damage to fruit crops and early vegetables as the searing cold persisted, marking the coldest spell this time of year in Lexington and surrounding areas.
Kansas City market report dated May 28 shows quotations for wheat and corn futures and cash grain. It lists No 10, No 3 red, July white, and No 2 prices alongside cattle figures for native cows and heifers, feeders, stoppers, and packers. Prices appear in cents per bushel for grains and dollars per hundredweight for cattle with varied bid ranges.
Fred W. Fein advertises gas manties specially prepared for natural gas. The notice mentions two phone numbers and a location on Jsskeon block.
The Brunswick diet unitedly elected Duke Johann Albreacht of Mecklenburg Schwerin as regent. In Denver readers note a federal inquiry into large corporations, with mentions of immense capital and industry leaders amid mixed local ads for Gustafson's and Wiedemann's fruit items. The Peerless Cafe advertises merchants lunch at 1021 Mass. street with hot meat and coffee.
Miss Philamier attacked her mother in Chicaze on May 28 and attempted to kill her. A Swinnen man, released from the rois and tied to the wire, was charged in court as the assailant. The account notes she was taken to asylum, with confusion over the deed and its motive.
Washington Post reports a Grand Army of the Republic gathering with memory and decoration plans at Topeka. Comrades assemble at Post Hall under guard, with music, prayers, and a burial tribute at Mount Oread cemetery, weather permitting. Baker and Ottawa Universities tennis results noted, plus local ads for fishing tackle and stationery in Baldwin Kansas.
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