11 Nov 1912
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 11, 1912
Page
1
A chaotic OCR passage describes a Kansas educational board meeting about disbanding a student group and restoring a charter. Discussions cover signatures, disbandment promises, and expulsions amid alleged infractions and a tense school campus division.
Regents reach a short decision on a payment issue. The board completed actions and finalized the order for a final judgment. California is mentioned in relation to a person named Robert and others.
Fragmentary OCR notes mention a YMCA parlor, a Brotherhood Meet, and a lecture or talk tied to a Prestiyt rit ure. References to Friday morning and student involvement appear, with vague links to a city address and education or church work.
The November term of the district court opens with jurors chosen to hear criminal cases. Judge Smart arrives from Ottawa and will preside through the session. The first case, State of Kansas versus Davis, concerns burglary with Davis accused of entering a residence on Andiang Street and scaring Mrs Wilson. Davis was arrested after the incident. Davis’s preliminary hearing occurred in Justice Court and he was bound over to the district court for trial. The panel drawn weeks ago will serve through the disposition of the criminal docket, including the State of Kansas vs An Americon and others.
London reports a heated session as the committee on the Home Rule Bill records a 228 to 200 vote against the government plan. The cabinet faces resignation pressure amid the financial provisions and potential reversals of the measure. Strong factions and unsettled opposition mark the parliamentary mood.
A saloon on Madison Street near Wet-Madison was cracked by three men who blew the safe early Tuesday. They stole about $2,500 in cash and jewels, then escaped with ropes. Police say the thieves worked with unusual skill, leaving the level above untouched.
In Willington No 11 Jick Johnson filed a motion to set a hearing claiming prejudice tainted the bail decision. The petition argues public prejudice barred the right to appeal and access to counsel. The matter, tied to a social services postponement, was rescheduled for the following week.
The official canvass records vote totals across districts with Stubbs and Thompson neck in the Senate race by three votes, Cap per over Hodge in governor by 413, and Ingalls for lieutenant governor leading Sessions by 405. Other totals include Davis over Cleyn, Dawson over Attick, and Newlin defeating Badky in the 42nd District. The county woman suffrage vote counted 205 in Day County.
A wreck on the Yazoo and Mississippi Valley line near Montz left numerous passengers dead or injured. The train, traveling from New Orleans, derailed after a sharp curve, with several cars burned and many victims held in damaged coaches. Early reports indicate most victims were Black. Rescue and salvage efforts were underway Sunday.
Rev. W. Elkevburn led rescue Baptist evangelist activities for the Kansas Ixer association near Midland. Attendees gathered a half mile south of town at a roadside site with Mr. Mog Dd assisting. Rev. Key Bar previously pastored at the ore Avenue Baptist church.
The meeting led by Dr TL Chambers, president, aims to unite Baptist churches in coordinated action. A Publicity Committee will be formed from local church members, with roles for F C Billings, Mary Westfall, and others. An evangelist and Christian Workers group will organize outreach and church events, with arrangements for ushers, music, and prayers.
A fragmentary account cites a figure named Herbert Hockin and others involved in a dramatic blast on a moving train near Mand Mients. The testimony mentions explosions, a milepad exit, and an executive witness, with scattered references to July and Mand Mients.
European powers face mounting tension as diplomacy falters over Constantinople. Russia opposes Greek occupation and massing troops. Austria Hungary and Italy maneuver. Allied and opposing forces may reshape the peninsula with potential military action and shifting alliances.
A fragmentary market note describes Roy Holt presenting crops and a garden truck. It mentions potatoes, pears, Lima beans, onions, carrots, turnips, radishes, and peas, with notes of timing and local street references. The readable text hints at a local farm display and harvest activity.
Fragmented OCR describes alleged testimony in a federal grant case with references to Johnson and Anderson, noted as figures in a militia context. The text is garbled but indicates accusations and legal action surrounding the Fourth District and local officers.
National Guard inspection and a presidential message frame a day of official activity. A resignation notice and ambassador changes are noted alongside public announcements of licenses and marriages as the era’s events unfold in Washington and state capitals.
A damaged OCR passage describes a temperance gathering with speakers including Mattolin and Wisehe. It notes pro tem perance ideas, invites local participation, and mentions a November date. The text is fragmented but centers on a public discussion of prohibition and societal groups at a United Press Wateria event.
Fragmented OCR reads baptism group plans remodeling work for a Warren Steerer project with aims toward completing a facility. Details are unclear but mention of church, debt, and scheduling appear amidst garbled text.
Fragmentary OCR text suggests a note about an extra session and a court or hearing event. Names and details are unreadable, but indicates a sequence of procedural actions and a reference to an innocent party. The readable parts imply a legal or administrative transition with unclear participants.
Police yesterday afternoon arrested 14 people during a gambling crackdown at a rooming house on 700 Vleck Street Massachusetts. Names include Joe Cornel Strahan and Winth Chapmen among those detained. others fled, later surrendering. Several offenders faced charges under the prohibitory law with fines imposed, and one man pleaded guilty to his count.
In Wilmington, November 11, news reports state Wayland faces a federal inquiry over alleged misuse. A grand jury is seated for further investigation while a suspect linked to the case remains in custody amid ongoing proceedings. An unrelated note reports McKuelly’s release after evidence cited in a September 8 event.
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