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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1909
Page
1
Newburgh the town where Washington once set headquarters during the Revolution hosted a Hudson celebration. Ships greeted the harbor as Warneck tribe Redmen arrived with paint and feathers and sent a canoe detachment to the Half Moon. Guns fired from the fortress to welcome the flotilla.
City reports promotional efforts to rehabilitate the defunct Columbia Bank and Trust Co now under state bank commission. Future prospects remain undetermined. Nearby items note marching soldiers, a professor candidate for state superintendent, and Senator Chester Long's visit to Lawrence. Jewelry displays at Eu Parsons attract attention.
New York Democratic convention nominates William J. Gaynor for mayor Robert M Moore for comptroller John F Galvin for president of the board of aldermen. The Gaynor nomination draws enthusiastic support amid a strong Tammany showing and opposition led by Patrick H McCarren aims to unseat Metz as comptroller.
In Seattle on October 1, a speech stressed unwavering commitment to Roosevelt policies. The president praised West and East insights, dismissing critics and affirming determination to carry out Roosevelt ideals. He noted multiple supporters view Rooseveltian aims as fully aligned with his cabinet service.
Athens council plans to ask Lawertee merchants to decorate for the General council event on October 1. A committee led by Don Carlos and Dr Burdick to prepare a program with receptions Friday and business days Tue Wed. Several members named to committees on reception publicity and drills.
More than 350 guests in fall attire gathered at the Slammer residence, Governor W. R. Stubbs hosting Mrs. W. St Stubbs and Miss Jagwarn Stubbs. The event showcased artful decorations, greenery, and pink rose luncheon displays. Attendees included local society figures and prominent Lawrence names.
In Grand Central Peary returns from the Arctic voyage as the Roosevelt steamer ferries him upriver for the Hudson Fulton naval parade. Harbor craft sound whistles while crowds line the banks and ships, with Peary avoiding public comment despite a strong salute from eight nations’ warships.
Gifford Pinchot, chief forester, returns to Washington after two months surveying national forest reserves. He pledges strong support for Taft’s conservation policy and says forestry conditions are the best in years with water power measures poised for action in Congress.
Tomorrow afternoon the KU Varsity hosts St. Marys for a regular game at McCook Field in Lawrence. A large crowd is expected with a strong St. Marys delegation traveling, while KU fans anticipate a hard fought contest after last week’s goodwill but uncertain form from both sides.
Regents confirmed Bachelor of Laws degrees for students including JR Barnes and S. L. Lashbrook and issued diplomas to Esther Elizabeth Brownlee and Nadia Thomas among others. They also approved numerous faculty positions across medicine, science, and languages and authorized a rest room in the Chemistry building.
Washington group discusses polar dispute In morning session. They state no official recognition for Cook until the scientific records and data of both explorers Peary and Cook are independently reviewed by an acceptable commission. They urge submission of data to avoid bias in pole determination.
Disjointed local items report a disorderly scene tied to a football team losing its mascot and triggering grief. Details mention Fort Omaha police rioters, military detachments, and Des Moines plans, with scattered notes on a university open tonight and various ad hoc notices.
Jet Kansis reports fair skies across the state with light winds. The forecast notes continued pleasant conditions and no significant precipitation expected in the near term.
Markets by wire report grain prices and livestock receipts. References to wheat futures and prairie styles appear with mixed prices for beef cattle and native cattle, noting bids and purchasers. The column lists packers and buyers with scattered figures and firm sentiment amid market activity.
Classified notices show a mix of rental offers, sale items, and exchanges. Listings include three rooms for housekeeping at 721 New York, Massachusetts. Dodge equipment for sale and a plow legacy item. oval and medium farms for sale at low prices. and realty firms McKeesie Realty Co and McKenzie Realty Co. Also noted is Senator Charles Curtis and an Erie speaking engagement at the Old Soldier's Reunions venue.
A cane store advertises a complete series of suits and overcoats from six major houses. It urges shoppers to compare with stores that carry only partial lines and promises a wide variety of styles, colors, and textures to suit every customer. The piece notes prices from $10.01 to $220.00 and hints at practical value for winter clothing.
W Laming travels to Kansas City then Milwaukee for work with the Interurban system. He is noted as a frequent traveler on the road and promises more news soon. Also notices on auctions and paper recycling and vocal lessons offered by Miss Myra Belle Vickers in Lawrence.
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