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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 02, 1909

Page

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Hazing at K U Freshmen Event Ends Night in South Park

South Park hosted the annual hazing of Kansas University freshmen by sophomores. About a dozen freshmen were subjected to a ducking in the fountain followed by stunts at a sorority house. Names of some hazed include Ewart Jacques Howard Folk Spark Schooley Lee Tabler Eugene Harlow. After midnight the group performed songs, lectures on women's rights, and paddling before dispersing.

South Park K. U Ewart Jacques Howard Folk Spark Schooley Kansas City Kans Lee Tabler Eugene Harlow Kingman Tivo Park Finelly Kappa Kappa Gamma Sorority

Bristow Declares Stance On Tariff And Ship Subsidy

Topeka reports Senator J Le Bristow defended his Kansas constituency stance on tariff policy while visiting the State House. He warned against railroad and ship subsidies that could crush independent shipping, urging a balanced subsidy that preserves fair competition for all vessels and operators.

Topeka United States J. le Bristow State House Osage Bay Stubbs Kansas Im Sahna House of Representatives House of Representatives A Senate Bristow Turos Ite Jim Hill Seattle China Hilland Econtrol

Cave a Palace Arkansas Man Transformed Under Ground Habitation

Prairie Grove Arkansas reports a prominent farmer and National Farmers Union teacher living in a palatial cave atop a 170 foot mountain. The 28 by 5 by 32 foot cave features hot and cold water electric lights steam heat a glass ceiling and adjustable rooms with movable screens. A private water system serves a spring at the summit. Occupant S Mobley says the dwelling is coolest in summer and comfortable in winter, protected by granite walls. The cave, reached by a mountain road, was completed about two years ago and is near the town.

Arkansas Prairie Grove Ark National Farers’ Union S. Mobley Mubley

Heavily armed man arrested outside Portland hotel

Portland Oct 2 Captain Bailey and two detectives arrested a heavily armed man in front of the Portland hotel as Taft approached a presidential appearance. The man, from Boston, had a six shooter and extra ammunition and refused to give his name. Taft will be in Portland with tight security and no public reception, passing through police lines only with credentials.

Portland Oregon Bailey Taft Ite Boston Qre Armory Vue Bourne Porthon

Settlement in peage case targets trust terms in Philadelphia

Brief court action before Judge Wilsoncourt addresses a 32,000 dispute between Pen vanisa sugar veining and the American Saficar Refining company. An amicable settlement was offered by the trust with terms including payment to George H Earl and note surrender. A two week postponement was requested after a conference among counsel.

Philadelphia Wilsoncourt Pen Vanisa America Saficar Refining Company Trust New York American Comepany George H. Earle McEbver Pennsylvania Vorpelty Adelph Segal Earle Wilsint Avorneys Fourt

Two Men Arrive Separately After Absence in Reston

Reported note says Cook and Whitney arrived in Reston today after travel from New York. They were on the same train but did not meet, and their paths are described as separate despite presence on the same crossing.

Cook Whitney York New York Yoli Coule Larry Whitney Reston

New Students Welcome at Lawrence Churches Event

Last evening Lawrence church groups hosted receptions for new students at four locations. At each stop about 100 guests gathered, with music, readings, and light refreshments. The gatherins included the Methodist, Presbyterian, Plymouth Congregational, and Christian churches, featuring varied programs and formal welcomes for new pastors and families.

Fife Lawrence Methodist Church J. K. Bechtel C. E. Friend J.T. Constant Frank Gee Bme Miller Orsolo de Cls Skilton Reading G Wat Vera Wolftin Keller Geo Smith Lith Kirebott Marjorie Wowerseek Dorothy Arnolds Kate Caldwell Vera Wolf Christian Church Leroy Martin

Lyceum Course Attractions Announced for Fall in Lawrence

Lawrence Lyceum announces a varied lineup for the fall season with two lectures two concerts a quartet and an entertainer. Whitney Brothers Bishop Edil Hughes Vic an Band McConnell Edmund Vance Cooke and others are listed with performances from October 21 to March 3 at Lyceum Grand and Fraternal Aid hall. Tickets go on sale via pastors UW 8 G Plank and Alfred Whitman with numbers and reserves to follow in local papers.

Lawrence Lyceum Whitney Brothers Edil Hughes Vican Band McConnell Lyceum Grand Company Edmund Vance Cooke G. Plank Ale Alfred Whitman Lawrence United States

Fractured Local Notes With Names And Dates

A jagged OCR page spans bank ads, student life, and small notices. Mentions People’s State Bank growth, a freshman pledging to a fraternity, Agnes Thompson’s club meeting, trips to Oklahoma, John Kane accused of stealing a dinner, a marriage license for Zachariah Evan and Amanda Kennedy, and various ads and anecdotes about local residents and routines.

Love Zachariah Evan Amanda Kennedy Lawrence

Injuries Reported In Dillon Auto Crash Reach Crowder Family

Local dispatch reports Miss Bertha Crowder of Lawrence injured in a Dillon Montana automobile accident. She is described as seriously and perhaps fatally hurt. Crowder is the daughter of Captain I N Crowder of Lawrence and formerly taught in the county. Also noted: William Davis, 81, longtime Lawrence resident, died this morning at his Conn street home from paralysis. Funeral services set for Monday at 3:30 p.m. The report also mentions Mr McCollum suffering a stroke of paralysis yesterday and today, with health not deemed immediately mortal.

Lawrence Dillon Mont Bertha Crowder Montana Crowder Miss Crowder Tantehu Capt I. N Crowder William Davis Conn. Street Davis

Indian Store Unveils Plate Glass Front in Progressive Lawrence

C C Seewir at The Indian Store announces a new plate glass front showing off an array of Indian goods post cards and novelties. The shop on 917 Mass Street offers leather goods pottery Navajo blankets and posters with daily arrivals of new items for students rooms and decor.

Lawrence C. C. Seewir K. U Haskell L. H Mass Stret

Plan Today Capitalists Eye Defunct Oklahoma Bank Takeover

A plan to reorganize the defunct Columbia Bank and Trust Company in Oklahoma City may be finalized this evening. Capitalists from St. Louis, led by C. W. Smith, are believed to be interested in taking over the bank as it continues to pay deposits.

Oklahoma City Okla Columbia Bank and Trust Company St. Louis C. W. Smith Farmers State Bank of Tulsa New York N.Y Oklahoma A. M. Young Oklahoma Bank Federal Ainment Circuit Cour of Appals Louis

Ten Compete For Usher Cup At Co H Range

Samuel G. Clark names Saturday October 4 as the day for ten top Co H marksmen of the 1st Infantry K N G to contest for Lieut Usher’s $50 cup on the company range south east of town. Events include 200, 300, 500 and 600 yard shoots with varied positions. The winner keeps the cup. others vie again next year. Competitors listed: James Brownlee Edward Randle Ulrich Corwin Lewis Faustino Domingo Larry Kiass Willard Ulrich Scott Griesa Leroy Gilbert Syed Barrell George Leonard.

Co. H Samuel G. Clark Company Jr. 1St Infantry Sam Usher Aml Usher James Brownlee Edward Randle Q. M Li Ulrich Carpal Corwin Lewis Mustang Faustino Domingo Larry Kiass Willard Ulrich Scott Griesa Leroy Gilbert Syed Barrell George Leonard

Freshie at 50 Joins Michigan Freshman Law Class

Captain Inman Sealby, commander of the Republic when it sank after a collision with the Florida, has enrolled as a first year law student at the University of Michigan. He says he wants to be treated like any other freshman and notes the ongoing admiralty case sparked his return to school.

Florida Ann Arbor Mich Inman Sealby White Star Line Republic University of Michigan Frelinae Sealby Apn-Arbor

Students Arrested for Vandalism in County Yard

In Muskogee Oklahoma, seven students were arrested for destroying Julius Smith's yard. Three pleaded guilty and received fines of $20 plus costs. two pleaded not guilty with trials set for October B. One student was absent when arrested. County attorney Crump and railroad officials discussed law enforcement cooperation to stop liquor shipments. Local officers will search ears and confiscate consignments to Muskogee. Streetcar strike near quiet with minor disturbances and car collisions. Labor leaders canceled the Isbur parade per business guidance.

Harley Birwin Julius Smith Abrahama Massacare Omaha Neb Isbur

Family Fence Sparks Disturbance Across From Jail

Children report Joseph Waller beating his wife and threaten death during a family feud. Officers find no fatal injury as life remains in question while a disturbance at the jail area is mentioned. A separate item notes sale of lumber and a two week plan for increased rail service between Leavenworth and Lawrence following a decision by the state railroad board.

Waller Joseph Waller Johnson Walled Walter the Committee Leavenworth Lawrence Frank Ryan State Board of Railroad Commissioners

Moving Bollera to University Thrilling leap sparks city debut

A series of local events unfolds as Ben Williams jostles a streetcar and a crowd observes a metropolitan spectacle. The Naight & Ladies of Security announce a dime tea fundraiser at their hall, with moves to visit the city. A threshing machine aids power and boiler installation, and new county jail keys portend the sheriff moving in next week. Lord Charles Beresford visits Kansas City and Post Cards offer Seewir's Indian Store items. Night classes begin soon at Lawrence’s Lavarenre College with full courses and flexible options.

Oni the Naight & Ladies of Security Santa Fe

Parrot Stops Train Sparks Wide City Scare

J Walker reports a parrot caused a wild scene on a train as it clung to a bell rope. The incident sparked a brief chase before the bird was derouted and captured, while local stories note rising stenography demand and a push for business college courses amid revival in trade routes. A police court fine for a common drunk and notices of classes at Lawrence Business College appear alongside.

J. Walker Kansas City Denver Hainess College pUetter

Markets by Wire from Wansae City

Markets report grain prices and live stock figures with wheat and corn quotes, hay prices for Timothy and Prairie, butter and eggs values, and cattle hogs receipts. Notable ranges include native steers $8.20, cows and heifers $2.25, bulls $2.50 to $3.75, calves $3.50, hogs $7.60 to $8.15, and eggs at 5 cents.

Wansae City Qet

Dick Waring Laments Mascot Loss Ahead of Game

Dick Waring, dejected, learns the K U Mascot Don Carlos is absent today after a misread Journd. the team faces a game with a reshuffled lineup. Manager Lansden contemplates lineup changes while Curkis returns to starting duty for Don Carlos.

von Carlos K. U Dick Wariis Dick Waring Gencerl Ahletieretin Aimee Arthur Su Mossu Tniqua Toyal Eitels Hay

Another Big Score In Football Game Yesterday

A mistyped report describes a football game on Taskell Field where Ladian defeated Indian 30 to 0 in hot weather. Las kellites built an early 21 point lead as Slaskell fumbled and Chiloeen defense tightened. Lint Leen and Kennedy stood out for Las kellites while Chiloeen rallied late but could not close the gap. The standout punt return for 70 yards and long runs by Roberts and Chiloeen marked the effort. The Harris team prepares for a practice game against Raueas Monday.

Tully Deloria Slaskell Hank Chilucco Ale Tuin Roberts Luc Chiloeen Benny Tate Kennedy Harter Raueas

Automobile Party Camps Near Kansas City Visit

An automobile party from May County Missouri arrived fifty miles from Kansas City last night. They traveled with their own tent, set up at the sale depot, and members include Mrs. Wella, Mrs. Wood, Mrs. Dawson, and Mrs. Bund. The group is reportedly en route to Cheyenne.

May County Kansas City Saale Fe Chayenne Wella 12. Wood Dawson May Bund

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Sorority House U. S Minnesota Dickinson Bellmeade Indianapolis Focal Christopher Cleborne Goldfield, Nev Gov. Draper Detroit United Railway W. E. Ellis Little Rock, Ark N. P. Willis Washington, D. C Association of Miliary Surgeons of the Army Navy Public Health Marine Hospital Service National Guard Organization McCulloch McColloch’s Drug Rexall Ladies of the Presbyterian Church McColloch Bristow Tales London Home Secretary Gladstone Birmingham Zites Lawrence Lodge No. 4 F. H. Roberts Koble Grand Herning Peage American Sugar Refining Company Richard Hocker Columbia Richard Hicker West Point Universisity of Missouri University Central High School Mr. Hooker Mar. Mooker Li Gamay Lolia Hebgteneuring Admittane Owent Thoekgr v. Kansa University Sir Fran Bere Eeke Governor’s House Harold Henry Henry Europe Verre Venture Club Actoberath Mix Mule Shaler Newelah Bowersuck Phi Delta Theta Fraternity Kareka Club J. M. Watt Lawrence Reading Clut Brock Teun Ateeed Teslay Lyceum People’s State Bank Newall Tig Butt Wilhl Dilson Wate Agnes Thompson Uet Shihe Rane Baumgardner Tere Getuber California John Kane Jehan Kane Anna North Lawrence Soxman & Co Wiedemann Weetert Kansas McCollum Oklahoma Bank Bank Guaranty Successful Bank Manilla Sokel Djemis Vicario Captain Inman Sealby Katy The Baker Way Muskogee Invaroouage Bollera Gettin Metropolitan Ben Williams Cartier Pagt Fred Boyles Edmonds & Co Lord Charles Beresford England Seewir's Maia Lavarenre Lawrence Jess College Lawrence Business College Charles Allen Minister’s Alliance Y. M.C Rays Joe Jaedicee Ed Parsons Tve JL Stundley K.U Jogt Pix Dick Wartar
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