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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 02, 1906
Page
1
The note invites readers to join a trip via A B Fe to Western Bank and Eastern Colorado on Tuesday October second. Rates are low and land can be secured with small payments. Emphasizes high crop yields and profitability with sugar beets, cantaloupe, celery, fruits, and alfalfa.
The local coroner's jury today concluded on the remains of Carey M Snyder found yesterday near Fortland that death could be murder or suicide. The stern's theory holds he was killed by men linked to a nearby bank robbery who thought Snyder knew of their connection. Snyder was son of R M Snyder, a Kansas City capitalist recently indicted in St Louis for bribery.
Paris October 2. The final result settled when Rolls and Brittain landed near Sandringham last night. Lieutenant Lahm, the American competitor, is declared the winner of the Bennett cup race after the conclusion of the balloon event.
Washington October 2 The navy department has no confirmation of a rumor that the battleship 7 bowl is disabled off the capes and believes the vessel may be on its way to CBS.
The October city council session with Mayor Keeler and ten members present adjourned briefly after a fire bell incident during a discussion on cross walks and park exhibits. Ordinances and resolutions were approved, including brick paving on Winthrop Street and new crosswalks at several intersections, with council to act again as equalization board on November 6.
An expose accusing Prof Miller of false cures for Mrs Rush is noted alongside city notices on a Salt Trust formation in New York, ward reports, sidewalk petitions, sewers bids, tax matters, and local business ads reflecting a crowded 1900s newspaper page with mixed content.
Washington Oct 2 Carpenter Tate private secretary received a cable stating he probably will remain in Havana over two weeks longer. In Geneva Ohio Oct 2 Cummins Wild West Show owned by Walter L Main was destroyed by fire during winter quarters. One employee and all animals except four elephants and two horses perished. Loss heavy with art work and materials damaged.
The Lawrence parade week features a ferris wheel cancelation, a plan to move crowds to Central Park, and a mayoral order closing business hours during the Lawrence day parade. Performers such as Werton the bally-ho man and the Da Vin sisters entertain crowds, with attractions like Koover the horse with the human brain and Geory Parsons’ local notices and ads filling the page.
Andrew J. Unor testifies that Kimmel bade farewell when leaving Arkansas City for Topeka. Kimmel is said to have joked about a slight head pain from water in his ears while swimming with Hunt the prior evening. Also reports seizure of two Japanese sealing schooners by Russian warships prompting a memorial to the Japanese government seeking compensation.
Insurance Commissioner Luling revoked the Wichita Mutual burial association license, challenging a recent attorney general ruling that burial associations must pay death losses in cash rather than requiring beneficiaries to patronize designated undertakers. Washington reports note cotton crop conditions and ginning totals up to late September.
A house at 153 Elm Street, owned by Dave Jobson, was partly demolished by a blaze around 8:30. Neighbors report earlier disorder in Johnson fict city, and Jobson suspects the fire was started by someone he had trouble with. Loss pegged at about 9.
A large crowd watches the departure of the Cuban expeditionary force from the New York Navy Yard aboard the transport Sumner. Tug escort sounded salutes as the ships left the harbor with high officials including Grant, Mrs Grant, Admiral Scolyy, Braseniay, General Weaver, and Major Snarman aboard, marking the voyage to the island.
Washington October 2 The first cabinet meeting in months discussed Cuba as a priority. It is understood a plan was considered to send Charles G. Magoon, former Canal Zone governor, to Havana to act as representative of the civil branch of the War Department.
Bulls showed renewed enthusiasm at the New York cotton opening as limited buying sparked a 35 point gain before prices cooled. Government condition figures later pushed the market down about 3 points, but bulls steadied the declines. Waters at Watts Line were notably turbid and irregular.
Meulle dated Oct 2 reports no new storms and no immediate danger. Telegraphic facilities are restored, streets cleared, and battered buildings show improvement. Mobile appears outwardly in good shape as stricken communities begin to recover and nursing services respond.
In a dense fog on October 2 a Grand Trunk Limited passenger train crashed into a subway tram at Riston. One person, Gemties Wo Bafliams, was injured and likely will recover. The accident caused destruction and halted services as rescuers responded.
Arkansas officials announce prosecutions against major meat packers for anti trust violations. Hammond Packing Co. is the only firm to be prosecuted this term after packers refused to appear before Commissioner L A Taylor. Proceedings await review by the state supreme court.
In Eureka California a mass meeting of prominent citizens and labor leaders decided twenty seven Chinese brought by a canalog company must leave the city. The cannery proprietor says the company will seek troops to protect them. A Swedish vice counsel in Batum Trans Caucasia was mortally wounded today while riding near the city, the murderer escaping.
In a bowling tournament at the Athletia, Harteldens defeated Kuhne by scores of 2274 to 2783. Batteldes earned $27 for Harteldens, while Kuhne received 371 fortis. Tonight's game is postponed until Thursday.
All Elks Lodge 565 members are urged to meet at the lodge rooms at 1 30 pm on Wednesday October 3 for Fraternal day during Old Home Week. Exalted Ruler Mitchell and Clerk Clarence S Hall sign the notice.
The United States Circuit Court of Appeals remanded the dispute to the lower court after ruling the Kentucky racing commission law constitutional and dissolving the reform act, with further proceedings ordered in this city on October 19.
Palma left the palace in Havana this morning after bidding farewell to friends. He entered a closed carriage, traveled to the ferry, and boarded the train for Maanazs. There was no demonstration.
Washington reports that nearly all groups detailed for the Cuban expedition are en route from their airfields to Newport News. Coroner suggests possible foul play in the death of AL Adams, former policy king, noting body position raises doubt about self-inflicted death. Pianos for rent offered by Hell Bro Piano Co. Oto Ralts buys Williamson Cigar store. visits Massachusetts Street. Mrs Cooke ready to receive music pupils at Fischer's store studio. Money to loan on farm and property with low interest, terms 5 percent.
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