10 Oct 1912
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1912
Page
1
Rube Marquard tossed a superb game to push the Nationals ahead, delivering strong innings and limiting the opposition. The performance helped secure a decisive advantage as the Nationals moved into a favorable position in the contest.
New York defeated Boston 2 to 1, tying the series at one game each. Marquard held Boston hitless until late, while Devore and Merkle contributed key plays for the Giants as Boston’s defense faltered late. rain dampened the crowd but not the spirits at Fenway Park.
Osawatomie laborer known as Ras. Qet. McCoy, twenty-two, was arrested on murder charges in Lewishors. Evidence is circumstantial. he allegedly bought shells linked to the victim. McCoy reportedly argued with Elheny over whiskey at the Louisburg fair.
Tomorrow in Lawrence will feature two addresses by Speaker Clark. He will speak at Bowersock Theatre downtown amid a Douglas County Central Committee rally backing Wilson. Clark also plans a Haskell stop and university chapel appearance, with a rural delegation meeting his train arrival.
A new pastor has been called for the Germ Meth church in Lawrence. Rev Sizw, formerly from Lesimnton, now resides at W A New Jersey street and commutes to duties at the University. He has two daughters in the local high school.
A Topeka to Lawrence trip ended when a car skidded at low speed, overturning after hitting a tree. Driver T K Cotton suffered a badly wrenched knee, Mrs. Cotton bruised arm and lip, and Mr. Downs facial and shoulder injuries. The crash left the vehicle badly damaged and the roof collapsed, but the tree likely saved lives. Cotton was en route on a business trip to Lawrence.
A Roosevelt speech from Superior Wisconsin in October criticizes Wilsyn and the Democratic party stance. He argues that the new party’s principles have been clarified after a month of exposition and plans a fresh line targeting elites during the final campaign period.
Henry Allen will speak Monday afternoon under the auspices of the Roosevelt Club in Wichita. The former editor of the Wichita Beacon is billed to discuss politics and the preconvention campaign, with emphasis on women’s suffrage and current state policies.
The 19th century Yearly Meeting of Friends began its seven day session with separate morning talks for men and women. Delegates heard addresses from Quaker figures in London and Dublin and discussions on church conditions and social religious duties. President Edmund Stanley of Friends University opened the proceedings.
The article notes widespread support for a mill tax to fund the University of Kansas and related institutions. It discusses mobilizing state alums, urging the Commercial Club and lawmakers to pass a bill this year, and the plan to present a statewide appeal once the legislature reconvenes. Kansas University graduates statewide would help rally support.
A plan for a county audience turnout is outlined in Lawrence before an election. The article notes speakers including Tom Watson of Indiana and mentions rally events with references to local figures and ongoing preparations.
Sickness grips Geo J Barker, famed Kansas lawyer and former speaker of the house, casting doubt on his ability to continue serving the people. The community, and local legal circles, regard him as a strong, respected figure with long service in law and public office.
Reported injuries from a bridge incident include one man with possible spinal damage and several others with cuts and bruises. Three men were hospitalized with varying severity, while Baker suffered the most severe injuries and faces months of recovery.
Lawrence, a prominent Speaker of the House, will extend a welcome to Champ Clark, a leading candidate for President. The public is urged to attend his Baltimore-origin visit at the University chapel or Bowersook Theatre in the afternoon for a hearty reception.
Washington reports reveal testimony from secretaries and managers about campaign expenditures. Witnesses discuss alleged payments and contributions linked to preconvention campaigns, with references to Foraker, Archbold, and related committees.
The university and alumni organize Home Coming Week in Lawrence for late November around the Kansas Missouri football clash on Memorial Field. Alumni from both schools plan reunions with events, special seating, and increased turnout, aiming for about a thousand alumni and broader attendance than prior years.
Roosevelt Club of Douglas County passes a resolution demanding county Republican candidates declare support for Theodore Roosevelt and Progressive nominees. Candidates invited to appear October 7 in Hashiboo to state plans to back Roosevelt or face voter deception charges. The club forms a steering committee to press the campaign and monitor compliance.
Jury completed in York on October. Becker faced charges in a case described with unclear terms and wording. The proceeding centered on allegations related to misdeeds attributed to Becker.
Fragmentary report describes heavy fighting along a frontier in which Montenegrin and Turkish positions exchange fire. Civilians and refugees are noted, with claims of peasants slain and fronts disrupted amid siege-like conditions near a border post.
The Ministerial Alliance schedules a Sunday afternoon talk at the Congregational church with Jono G. Wooley, famed temperance orator, challenging weather and attendance forecasts. A Chicago game is postponed due to rain, affecting the Sox matchup today.
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