05 Nov 1907
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 05, 1907
Page
1
Report from a three week revival camp meeting notes large crowd joining the church total at least 100 new members amid spiritual blessings. Organizers say the tent was torn down after a successful event with persistent preaching and fervent responses from attendees.
Early indications point to a large voter turnout in Ohio as polls open Columbus today. The weather is cloudy, which may affect turnout and travel for voters in the state.
The Lawrence revival led by Rev. Biederwolf drew large crowds and produced strong church engagement. Ministers praised the sermons and committees while noting some lukewarm members improved their involvement. the event ended with gratitude for support from pastors, city leaders, and volunteers.
A fire on the top floor of the German hospital in Hamilton Court caused much excitement as sixty patients were moved by doctors and nurses to safety. No injuries were reported.
A preacher in New Jersey speaks on Christian unity and personal faith. He urges reading the Bible, patient prayer, and trust in Jesus as the path to happiness, urging listeners to yield to God during revival meetings and to avoid cold hearts or unresolved prayers.
A flurry of social visits and travel notes paint the day in Kansas City and nearby towns. Residents including Miss Dura Reni and Mrs J C Adeut travel, while others like Milo Aroubright and William Campfield arrive from Cedar Hope Heights and Trescota Arizona for family gatherings.
Manila reports Secretary Taft will abandon his European tour and sail from Manila to the Pacific coast, leaving on November 9. Transfers and real estate notes appear in the dispatches.
President Roosevelt reached Oyster Bay from Washington and voted this forenoon. He greeted those at the polling place and spoke of the need for weight in public office, noting a future leader’s moral qualities and the value of sympathy after marriage.
In Philadelphia on November 5 the day’s clear weather drew voters’ attention to the ten million dollar loan proposition, overshadowing state and city race contests. The ad filled page features include local services, tailors, photography, funeral directors, wholesalers, and various classifieds, illustrating a busy urban scene as residents prepare for decisions and holidays.
Physicians appointed to determine cause of death for Ly HL Perkins in Lawrence filed their findings in federal court. They concluded that morphine intoxication contributed to death after a fall from Lang Pier.
The New York election opens with slow balloting and a light vote amid public apathy. Politicians explain the quiet scene as voters observe the general interest in the race across Greater New York.
Long lines formed in Louisville as voters queued to cast ballots while across Kentucky voters faced an expected surge. Early turnout appeared heavy as polls opened this morning amid statewide interest.
In Omaha on November 4 the light turnout and calm weather suggested a subdued campaign day with a close vote likely. Polls indicated voters turning out steadily at several precincts despite mild conditions.
Chicago November 5. Jarmes W Alla way wealthy Los Angeles commission merchant was killed by burglars early today at his brother’s home on South Waller avenue. The burglars escaped.
Conny Clerk Kerns announces a bounty payed for gopher scalps this morning with totals for Walter Richardson Jared Schurle and Wm Hayden. The county treasurer reports $2 407 08 collected yesterday as tax revenue activity remains brisk.
A sudden death in the Vecal family is linked to a suspected poisoning plot. The principal witness in the prostitution case, Gilli, remains unnamed as investigators pursue the probe after the victim Wille n W Ute Dusbatl died before testimony could be given.
The report notes voters in thirteen states participate with interest centered on local matters rather than national questions. Johnson and Burton duel in Cleveland while Tammany faces renewed challenge in New York City, Silt City and San Francisco. Secretaries Cortelyon Meyer and Bonaparte travel, while many clerks stay at posts.
Photo fragments and notices from a society page recount cheering crowds as the president returns to Oyster Bay, with remarks on his bowing from the rear platform and greeting election day spectators. Attendees include Mrs. McClung and Miss Wagstaff hosting thimble parties and a travel note about J A Ventey's Texas hunting trip.
The text appears garbled but indicates a legal dispute involving a court in the city and a party seeking a remedy or recourse. It mentions Usurling and a registrar role, with references to appellate or civil procedure and product-related terms.
A garbled OCR excerpt references the Bank of Savannah and the redemption of bills, noting arrest and passing bills issued by merchants and ware—customers and authorities involved amid a wave of questionable currency.
A tense market session sees gold prices resuming movement while stocks waver in New York. Analysts note cautious trading as investors watch the bond market, with early indicators pointing to renewed activity and headline risk shaping the day’s flows.
Fragmentary OCR reports initial returns with scattered figures for governor candidates. Voters appear to back Gaild and Meran in early counts, while other names are unclear due to garbled text.
A Savannah bank reports several recently issued notes deemed worthless after they were found to lack proper characters. Officials say the bills had been remitted at high rates but failed the national standard, leading to their withdrawal and caution to the public.
Judge Oliv Wellherti in federal court today postponed the Santa Fe Railroad fee sentence until November 7 after Solicitor Captain Bell asked for more time to prepare arguments in the long running dispute.
Currency of small denominations flowed into Wall Street brokerage offices as a 24 and 20 percent premium for ready money drew men, women, and boys to convert savings to certified checks. The rush spanned various New York offices as premiums rose and funds were deposited in banks.
Wilmington Delaware voters opened local option voting with forecasts of a large turnout by noon. The clear weather and high interest marked the start of the election day as polls began to report early momentum.
Paris on November 5 reports the Bank of France sent 15 million dollars in time bills to the Bank of England to ease tensions caused by Ameli as demands. English sovereigns and American eagles were remitted for the purchase.
Wheat receipts 38 cars with No 2 hard around 89 to 93 cents, corn mixed around 54 to 64 cents, oats No 2 white about 40 to 48 cents, rye 65 to 70 cents. Hay top Timothy 12 to 12.50, prairie 10 to 10.50, butter creamery 23 cents, eggs firsts 20 cents. Cattle receipts 7,000 with native steers 4.25 to 4.65, cows and heifers 1.50 to 5.50, stockers 2.75 to 4.40, calves 3.00 to 5.50. Hogs 10,000 receipts with heavy 5.50 to 5.70, packers 5.60 to 5.85, pigs 5.35 to 5.80. Inverted lights complete at F W Fain’s Ewings Best Ice Cream 30 cents quart, 50% gallon, 1 dollar gallon.
A late notice lists a lost gentleman’s black silk lined overcoat on Warren Street with reward offered. It also asks for the return of a ladder taken from 801 Alabama Street. Additional items include 40 acres for rent near Lawrence or sale by monthly payment, inquiries at M A Gorrill’s law office, a porch chair missing from 1305 Vermont Street, and a student seeking any kind work at 1138 Kentucky with available half days and Saturdays.
DE. BARRE CARROTHERS, graduate of the American School of Osteopathy founded by A. T. Still, advertises at 913 Mass St with office hours 9 to 12 and 1 to 5.
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