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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 27, 1908
Page
1
Donnelly Bros Livery Stable in Lawrence Kansas advertises lodging at rates of 4 and 0.14 per day, with meals and boarding at 5.50 per week. The notice promete a clean, pleasant environment and best city value for price. The ad lists locations and contact details in Houma, with a focus on nearby amenities and convenient setup.
A Missouri Kansas & Texas freight engine exploded near Idenbro, Kansas, killing engineer Frank E. Melville of Parsons and fireman E E Wulf of Dallas, Texas. Brakeman C E Hoe was fatally injured as the engine, just turned out after overhauling at the Katy shop, caused no track damage.
Professor F W Blackmar of the State university prepares a bill for recall referendum and nonpartisan primaries to reshape city governance in Kansas. It targets abolishing party lines in cities and expands voter power over ordinances and commissions. General Hughes fortifies the statehouse with guns and a Manila trophy to deter attacks.
Kansas University claimed the Missouri Valley championship in a dramatic game in Kansas City. Thousands packed the scene as Jayhawkers defeated Missouri 5 to 4 after a second-quarter score, with Kennedy leading KU and Lansdus managing the team. Rooters paraded, and a massive press effort tracked every play as Lawrence celebrated late into the night.
In a hard fought game at La Porte Indiana, Kansas and Missouri battled to a near even finish with multiple penalties for rough play. The narrative notes strong physical presence from both sides and tension between officials and players. Kay Lamphere, under sentence, was moved to Michigan City prison with his mother visiting briefly this afternoon.
The University fielded its best football team yet under coach Bert Kennedy with Mosse assisting. The squad faced a tougher schedule than in 1899 and earned a final blaze of glory, ending with harmony and cheers from Lawrence.
Thrilling game in Kansas City and at iason gymnasium as Kansas and Missouri battled with fierce plays and injuries. Crowell captained a never defeated Kansas side while former KU captains watched from the sidelines. the crowd blocked streets and boisterous cheers filled the air as Kansas edged Missouri with a late score and a hard fought effort.
Charles S Stevens, a Black man, was found guilty on all six counts in federal court in Kansas City for stealing about 50 000 from a registered mail parcel en route to New York City from a Los Angeles bank. Maximum penalty could reach 35 years. Sentencing pending.
Richmond November 27 an early morning collision occurred when the forward engine of a northbound passenger train on the Richmond Frederick and Potomac railway derailed near Elba within city limits. A colored man was killed and a colored fireman badly hurt Conductor Thomas Walton was trapped but later freed with minor burns. A second incident mentions Shenandoah tribute to a priest.
Mrs. Ollie Mackay traveled from Madison South Carolina to Maryville Missouri to testify in a divorce suit between Nella Elliott and Orin M Elliott. While waiting she was served with papers in a suit by Elliott against his mother in law for alienation of affections. Elliott and his wife are deaf and dumb with two children. Elliott accuses his wife of infidelity and filed a cross bill for 350000. J W Junkins sold 270 acres for 19000 to A Behick and plans to move to Lawrence. He bought 400 acres in Leavenworth County for his son. Hot Mexican Chilist Soxman's.
New York November 27 The Associated Press reports Hitchcock has accepted the post of Postmaster General in Taft's cabinet. In Waverley Tennessee a local whipping case saw two boys beaten by masked riders for alleged misdeeds as they were forced to disclose details to a preacher.
Attorney Worden announced he would move Monday for a new trial and, if denied, pursue an appeal. The Lamphere case faces a costly transcript, and his supporters fear funding may prevent an appeal. The defense argues improper jury instructions on arson verdict. Washington alert: Sec. Wilson seeks 10 million for foot and mouth disease, with cattle in multiple states at risk and possible Baltimore port quarantine.
Old style recruitment notice seeking men in Kansas counties to manage sub-agents and secure exclusive territory. Promises big profits with daily earnings of $4.00 for distributors and $8.00 for sellers of Diazo cabinet.
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