13 Nov 1899
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1899
Page
1
Fragmentary text mentions a livery stable and a disruptive phrase, with unclear names or dates. Reads like a public or classified item from an old newspaper page, offering minimal legible details and needing context to identify the event or notice.
London reports renewed Boer efforts to capture Ladysmith Mafeking and Kimberly as British reinforcements approach. General Joubert’s chance to reach Pietermaritzburg fades per German artillery commander Col. Schiel. Natal operations show improving British posture despite heavy bombardments and local casualties.
Washington reports the White House aims to replace most military rule with American civil governors in Cuba Puerto Rico and the Philippines. Aims include home rule for natives with limited military presence to uphold authority. General Wood may become Cuba’s first civil governor as the transition unfolds.
News from Panama reports the civil and military chief issuing a decree mobilizing all government employees and Colombian citizens aged 18 to 60 to defend the republic against foreign invasion in Gauca. A second decree calls for a 100000 loan to cover revolutionary costs, with 25,000 guaranteed by the Panama railroad subvention, due in two installments. failure to subscribe may lead to enforced collection without interest or guarantees.
Dr James Morrison aged physician of Baltimore died from injuries after being robbed and beaten at his home on November 2. Thieves escaped with nearly 1200 dollars and valuables. Morrison served with distinction in the Civil War and with Custer's doomed command at the Little Bighorn.
Washington reports say after eight hours of fighting Castro's army captured Puerto Cabello Venezuela. About 300 killed or wounded on both sides. Surgeons from foreign cruisers tending the injured. local facilities are inadequate. Commander Hemphell, aboard the Detroit, confirms heavy casualties. Meanwhile in Gardner Kansas a farmer was killed crossing a rail track by a train.
In Chicago on November 1 a federal district court judge ruled the drainage canal dispute belongs in federal court, denying remand. The Illinois canal commission had sought to halt the action in Will County circuit court, claiming local venue. the decision favors the sanitary district and promises a swift resolution of the contested points.
In Urbana Iowa on November 14 Clarence Burrell son of banker J G Burrell was killed instantly by a dynamite blast that wrecked the Monitor general store and damaged the private bank He rushed to the bank after a muffled explosion at the adjacent store and was killed by a second blast two buildings burned The vault and store safe survived Fire and loss followed the explosions authorities suspect incendiaries but are investigating the cause.
A humorous tale from the Washington Post describes Sheriff Brookshire of Williamson County Texas plotting a joke on his wife by placing eggs on a table. He later discovers his wife ate them for supper, realizing the prank backfired and left him briefly in distress before giving up the joke idea.
Deputy Coroner Samuel P. Salter, tied to alleged seventh ward election frauds, was arrested on a one thousand dollar bond. A warrant charges him with conspiring to procure fraudulent ballots and make false returns in the recent election.
This article recounts Lord Tichester’s Abbotsbury swannery, one of England’s oldest game preserves with roots in Henry II protection laws and Henry VIII’s grant to the Strangways lineage. It describes swan nesting, biannual breeding habits, and the parklands’ mix of semiarid land, exotic shrubs, and local fishing life.
Washington postmasters face strict accounts of a key deposit scheme totaling over 490000 dollars. The post office plans keyless boxes, with contracts to supply states including New York Boston Philadelphia Chicago and St Louis, then expanding nationwide if trials succeed.
A bent breech loading rifle from 1876, used in the Manila fighting, is shown in a local display. The weapon, once possessed by Douglas Young then Manila Freedom editor, was retrieved after a incident in the field where a wounded insurgentlung attempted to stab a soldier. The exhibit cites its grim history and transfer to the Battle of Maouila building collection. Also noted is a note on the Grand River’s historic mouth and a glacial river event described by Mr. Mudge in the American Journal of Science.
Loutaville on November 1% reports county board of canvassers resuming ballot counting in counties where paused last week. Officials expect a lengthy process extending into the new week. In the city, no change in estimates of party pluralities. both parties continue to claim victory.
Nov 13 New York reports George W Schao a dentist shot and killed his father George J Schaa an employee of the supreme court after disputes over a 18 afd will. The son is under arrest. stepmother died over a year ago leaving property to divide among husband and another son. Son demanded division and money. stepmother nearby during the shooting.
San Francisco reports a Call note that a syndicate led by the Seligmans plans to absorb major U S shipyards including Cramps Sons Philadelphia Huntington Newport News Columbia Iron Works Baltimore Bath Iron Works and Union Iron Works San Francisco No Wood to Be Honored Washington says Gen Wood a staff captain will be made brigadier general in the regular army in a move seen as unprecedented in the service May Close Down Webb City Mo workers strike over a $2.50 daily wage cut at La Costa Zinc Lead Mining Co Oronogo prompting immediate shutdown and potential widespread mine closures The Second Trial Helped Him Liberty Mo Frank Wade convicted of murder for Alexander Schamel at a second trial given 15 years in the penitentiary after a prior 20 year sentence and a one year served. supreme court remanded the case
Manila dispatches report Aguinaldo and his army nearly surrounded with General Young maneuvering toward San Nicolas while MacArthur leads 17th volunteers and cavalry in pursuit. A Filipino secretary and Major Colemanta captured. Lisueras family held. fighting rages with 60,000 pursuing troops.
Dispatches captured by Gen. Young’s troops northward and forwarded by Linton Yastaight detail enemy movements near Cabana Tam and Themedon to Apires. Battles at outposts occurred followed by prisoner care and warnings for civilians as sympathies shift amid a quadruple alliance discussion.
More than 1,000 residents of Verona and nearby rural districts protest in Thirbournville as county commissioners delay certifying Knix county results. A mandatory injunction is sought to force action, with tensions rising and fear of unrest.
A fragment from London Ourlook outlines John Ruskin's mixed feelings about infants and affection for youth. The piece notes his disdain for babies yet fondness for young people, referencing friends like Turner and the Brownings and Carlyle, described with period tone and modest quotations.
Market notes from Kansas City detail live stockReceipts and prices for cows, heifers, steers, lambs and hogs with strong mentions of feeders and packers. Grain futures show November to May spreads for corn and wheat with bids for cash kernels and mixed feed components. Prices trend lower overall compared with Friday as hogs and cattle receipts are reported and quotations adjust accordingly.
Desirable building lots on Obie Street in late South Lawrence offer prime residence potential. Property rights connect to university ownership, with options labeled residence or other permissible use.
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