05 Oct 1907
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 05, 1907
Page
1
Leavenworth presses for the Thanksgiving Game to be hosted in its city. M. B. Hamilton is present to discuss venue and crowd appeal as negotiations with teams and venues continue. The piece notes interest from local officials and players in securing the matchup.
The readable portion hints at a medical incubator scene and a court setting involving a Saxony king, with scattered phrases about patients and rescuers. Ambiguous names and events prevent a coherent summary or clear identification of people or organizations.
A group of women gathered last night to record their opposition to a hotel rule that refuses service to women guests after 6 pm. The action centers on Mrs. Stanton Blatch, daughter of Elizabeth Cady Stanton, who was denied access to a restaurant at the Taffman House because she was unaccompanied after 6 pm. The case against the hotel will be tried next Wednesday with women planning to attend the court session.
A Montgomery county court issued an injunction preventing the use of a building as a liquor establishment. The ruling aligns with a prohibition-era law upheld by the Supreme Court, reaffirming the enforceability of the ban on the site.
San Francisco city and county residents sue for damages and profits from alleged wrecking of property in a dispute about damaged set locations. Plaintiffs seek compensation for losses and damages beyond restitution.
Fragmentary OCR note describes a terrible explosion near Pontes and surrounding areas with fires and explosives. The text is garbled, but mentions tremors, a fireball, and responders at the scene with damaged infrastructure and ongoing danger.
Fragmentary text suggests a political convention in Boston with state committee figures and a platform debate. Names appear garbled but imply岸 party leaders discussing approval of a plan with limited dissent and the convention proceeding.
A garbled report describes a crowd crush at a newly opened Main Street store. Several women fainted and three were harmed while observers noted lax conduct and a chaotic scene near an event associated with Fern and a Black Seal Cigar reference.
Mrs. Elinor Chivton G s novelist, arriving from England, reflects on Americans from Atlantic to Pacific. She says American men achieve results and are far ahead of Englishmen in intelligence, while American women are attractive and well dressed.
The clipping mentions Gustafson selling opti ons fitted by former patients, urging readers to form a habit of dining at The Fairfax on Sundays. Eriksen's store advertises home furnishings from cellar to garret with low prices. Other items include New York grapes, piano pupils, and clothing from Schulz at 911 Mass.
Wheat receipts 114 cars with cash and July futures and various No 2 and No 3 grades listed. Corn bids show December May and mixed grades with different cents per bushel. Oats rye and hay prices noted and butter and eggs prices briefly listed. Cattle receipts around 2,000 with prices unchanged.
Personal and social items describe visits and gatherings in Lecompton and surrounding areas. Names include Miss Mary Theyt and Mrs. Howlsiad, with mentions of church events, receptions, and club activities. Activities feature dinners, guests, and Sunday preaching plans, reflecting a lively community social calendar.
J B Schall a 55 year old banjo maker collapsed in the Olympic theater last night during a performance of Don't you remember Sweet Alice Ben Bult. He died calmly with his own instruments on stage before a large audience that had panic after the collapse. Schall had travelled to hear specialists who used his banjoes turned out by his town bands.
Emmet Dalton, recently paroled, plans to attend a football game this afternoon amid reflections on the Coffeyville raid fifteen years past. A calm, athletic figure, Dalton weighs about 20 pounds more than before and hopes the governor will approve his parole.
The King and the President attended a Triennial Protestant Episcopal convention session in Richmond. A lectern presented by Bishop Satterlee, on behalf of President Roosevelt and the United States, was accepted by Bishop Randolph. A Bible sent by Bishop London was conveyed to King Edward and presented to Archbishop Tuttle.
The Baptist church hosted a student reception last night in the church parlors. A large crowd enjoyed performances by the new orchestra with several pieces well received. Punch and cannabis were served during the event.
The article notes a large Wichita and Sedgwick county presence at the University of Kansas this year with an estimated 40 from Sedgwick county. Enrollment has surpassed 1,800 and may reach 2,200 before Christmas as business students arrive.
Topeka reports the two cent passenger rate is in effect on all Kansas roads. Railroads largely did not charge three cents per mile to riders without tickets and are reviewing their options to enforce or appeal the policy.
Sam Fisher tired of Marion township life and moved to California with his wife but grew restless. They returned home this morning and plan to remain in Marion.
Dr Cameron of Leavenworth will preach the warning sermon tomorrow morning at Trinity Church due to Mr Haxter's absence in Richmond. Also notices advertise land sales with prices from 15 to 30 dollars per acre, subscriptions, and various local ads for Surrey and mouldings.
Angora goats will be displayed at the American Royal Livestock Show at the Kansas stock yards in October. The event, tied to the St Louis world fair, is touted as the nation's top live stock show in its class, with American Angora Breeders' Association overseeing arrangements and Jobin W. Fulton as secretary. Prominent breeders from multiple states are entering, including Foil Wall & Sons of Montell Texas Ward & Carrett of Segovia Texas Gwinsuk R. Dolinzen of West Kansas and Dr AL Freeman of Duplin Maine. Prizes include $50 firsts and additional awards across classes, with entries mounting from several states and territories.
Topeka October 5 The quarterly balance shows I T M Pulley as custodian of assets. August 31 balances in funds totaled FOSOTS with receipts for the month and disbursements leaving 8700 balance on September 20. Bond accounts total 10 085 720.71 with coupons checked under a cooperative system of the treasurer and state accountant.
In Chicago the Rock River Methodist conference delegates chose Rev. W. A. L Quayle with 211 of 235 votes for the Baltimore General Conference. Closest rivals were Rev. I. U. Swift with 126 and Rev. J. A. Matleck with 118. Quayle’s win signals likely election as bishop.
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