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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Nov 17, 1909

Page

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Warriner Case Man Held in Jail Bond Posted for Former Big Four Treasurer

In Cincinnati Ohio Charles Warriner former treasurer of the Big Four railroad remains jailed on embezzlement charges. A warrant was issued for Mrs Jeannette Stewart Ford who allegedly received 1000 of the missing funds. Prosecutors softened talk of further arrests while Warriner pleaded guilty in court and posted 1000 bond. A dramatic raid led to Mrs Ford being jailed after resisting inquiry.

Chcinnati Ohio Charles J. Warriner Furmer Big Four Railroad Jennie Stewart-Ford Warriner Tune Chehinati Charles Warriner Focal Big Pour Railroad Jeannette Stewart-Ford Ife Evdence

Oh You Maud! Mule Kills Man Over Possession in Pittsburg

In Pittsburg Pennsylvania a man died when his mule, Edmonds' sole possession, kicked him after a dispute over desertion charges his wife filed in Washington County. The unrelated items mention Missouri Pacific bond plans, yacht Varuna wreck, a cold night frost in Ardmore, real estate notices, and local notices from the Kress building and Lyceum lectures.

Pittsburg Jones Edmonds Washington County Rey Gouwe Edmonds

CHAS CRITTENTON DEAD AND DIES AFTER REVIVAL WORK

Charles N Crittenton of New York founder of the Florence Crittenton rescue homes died in San Francisco from pneumonia. He was 76 and had founded about 72 homes in the U S and abroad and toured rescu e centers recently. He led revivals in Lawrence years ago and gave all proceeds to mission work.

Lawrence San Francisco Charles N. Crittenton New York Florence Crittenton Mr. Crittenton Japan China Florence Charles Ti. Crittenton & Co

Dick Jones Fined For Assault On Wife

Last evening a disturbance at the Jones home on Missouri Street led police to arrest Dick Jones after reports of him striking his wife. He was fined 30.50 and sentenced to 30 days in jail. Mrs. Jones intends to separate. Local ad notes follow for Fountain Tens and Snffel Dates at Wieteman’s.

Missouri Street Dick Jimes Jones

Closed Cars Arriving for Lawrence Transit Amid Weather

Streetcar service in Lawrence shifts to closed cars as inclement weather dictates. W R Sullivan states closed cars will arrive next week to replace open cars delaying the line. Open cars arriving tomorrow will ease crowds for Saturday events, and a push to deploy the new cars continues despite supply delays. Women delegates begin travel for Kansas Conference of Women Missionary activities with De B D Olmstead of Grand Avenue Church set to speak on U S Missionary Field.

Lawrence Sullivan W. R. Sullivan Ely Towa McCook Fagters Kansas Baker Nes Baker-Simpson Uae Baldwin Deake University Saat Inwa University Simpson Trig Wen Shales Decis Clarence Nea J. C Gab Duke

Grant Leaves Home Amid Basement Fire Threat

Major General Frederick Dene Grant and his wife escaped through a window as smoke filled a basement fire men battled to save the dwelling. Servants were helped down ladders. water did most damage.

Sic Frederick Dene Grant Grant

McKay Trial Postponed As Judge Delays Hearing

The McKay case hearing was postponed to November 27 by Judge Means after a detailed juvenile court statement. Earl Bullock allegedly threatened McKay, who sobbed during the session, while lawyers argue over psychological factors and potential junior court placement.

Willie McKay McKay Biter Sy Megus Mothinn Meai BuHock Tim Marshall Gorrill Jinlge Fred Starr Simmons Hospital Starr Bullock Marsal Herd C.K. Gourley Cedar Rapids Town Mala Buflael Hays Mr. Gourley Earl Bullock William McKay Ballew Temcertain Ators Pittsburg

Still danger the militia 18 now on duty

Report details a mine disaster with ongoing danger from explosions at St Pan shaft. Fire, water, and shaft safety concerns persist as rescue teams, engineers, and militia remain on site. Witnesses describe the harrowing scene with vigil and appeals to open the shafts while helping trapped workers.

St. Pan Ford A. H. Newsum Marly Ates Rainiey Petar Iystarical Efferna Dorshaad

Fearful pardon demand cited in fragmented 17A hearing

A garbled excerpt discusses fear of a public demonstration and a requested pardon. The text mentions a president, a slaw, and a defendant named Shipp with a codefendant, amid vague references to sentences and fear in the South.

Shipp

Faked For Big Money Trial Of Fraud Ring Leader

J R Fulborne testified again in a fraud case alleging a 250000 swindle by a ring that posed as a professional loan operation. The trial focused on the ruse and the defendants alleged profits from the scheme.

Lawrence Committee to Persist as Independent Group

A Lawrence meeting at the Eldridge voted to keep the Lawrence Committee active as an independent entity and to pursue potential streetcar service for North Lawrence. Members debated affiliating with the Merchants Association but agreed the committee serves different city needs and will nominate new officers at the December meeting.

Lawrence Committee Lawrence Eldridge North Lawrence Merchants Association Joner Law- Yeney Merchants’ Association Merchants Wrntton Hiroky

After Men Higher Up Government Prepares to Go

Reports claim unwarranted payments surfaced after a sugar trust weighers scandal at Wilbury dock. Special Attorney General Stimson linked a list of undesirables to weighers, while Oklahoma passenger Starr pleaded guilty to bank robbery in a separate court appearance. Captain Hollege plans a five year ocean expedition starting in Christiania. Maud Geck discharged after preliminary hearing in murder case. Ephemera about Brady novel and local ads follow.

New York United States Wise Stimson Wilbury Dock Richard Parr Maude Geck Oklahoma City Maud Geck R. D. Gannon Seneca

Flood Hits Perry and Thompsonville as Grasshopper Rises

Severe flood damage follows a four foot rise in the Grasshopper River. Perry reports high water menacing bridges while Thompsonville uses boats on farms. Roads between Perry and Lecompton flooded. stock losses uncertain as waters shift and fall in some areas.

Perry Thompsonville Journal Lecompton

Sister Recalls Letters in Bullock Case at Lawrence

Mrs J R Burton claims Ammie Blankenship forged letters to manipulate Earl Bullock and seeks back items from him. She and her husband arrived in Lawrence to recover property, but were denied access to the McKay boy. The article notes family distress and details of the ongoing legal matter.

Ammie Blankenship J. R. Burton Karl Ross Bulluck Burton Barton Ed Riling Ammie Khinkenship Lawrence Veart Bullock Satural Burten East Lyame Company Mra Burton Journal Ammie Blankenship Earl dTe Kansas City McKay

Merger Rumor Involves Postal Telegraph And Telephone Unit

Rumors swirl in New York about a potential merger involving a major postal, telegraph, and telephone conglomerate. The report notes the Postal Service as the largest single shareholder, though few concrete details are provided and the story remains unconfirmed.

Telephone Merger Rumors Tie Western Union to AT and Postal

New York reports that AT and Western Union controls may lead to a three firm merger with the Postal Telegraph as a major stockholder. AT officials acknowledge Postal is largest single stockholder in AT, while President Vail calls the rumor unfounded. Local notices mention dancing lessons and ads for goods.

New York Western Union Telegraph Company American Telephone and Telegraph Company Dhet Postal Telegraph Company American iTelephone Company Postal Company Abis and Hoersin Hict Western Union

Chicago Doctor on Trial for Wife Murder

The state rested its case in the trial of Dr. iTaldine Cleminson accused of murdering his wife in Chicago on November 17. The defense began later this afternoon. The report notes the courtroom proceedings and naming of counsel v. Squires.

Chicago iTaldine Cleminson

Markets by Wire Grains and Provisions Kansas City and Chicago

Kansas City market notes show wheat bids and prices for fall delivery with details on firm bids and cash quoters, corn and rye values, oats, hay, butter, eggs, and pork prices. Chicago reports wheat and pork futures with live stock receipts and price ranges for cattle and hogs. Maple ice cream noted at Wirdemann's.

Kansas City Hay-Choice

For Sale, Fresh Cow With Calf and 5 Gallons

Classified note offers a fresh cow with calf about two years old and five gallons, contact Bell phone 395. Also for rent a newly furnished front room with heat and bath connections at corner Berkeley and New Hampshire. Wished services include light hauling and delivering, with careful order handling, and a girl or elderly woman for light housework at 65 Maple Street after 6 PM. phone 2352.

Bell Phone 395 Berkeley New Hampshire Cail Maple Street

New Idol Idea In Mind Of Miss Florence Pretz

Chicago reports Florence Pretz is crafting a new idol to rival Billiken. She says the concept is still in the shaping of the mind, not yet started active work, and refuses to reveal details. She explains the idea aims to match or surpass the luck-bringing charm of Billiken.

Hosford Investment Co Kress Bull Phone Biliken Florence Pretz Billiken Miss Pretz Kansas City Star

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