15 Oct 1903
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 15, 1903
Page
1
Abstracts of Title and notices list physicians, surgeons, and medical practices alongside legal and real estate items. The fragmented text mentions appearance of doctors, a store, and references to professional listings in a dated civic ledger.
J N Tillman ex lieutenant governor is cleared by a twenty hour jury deliberation in the Gonzales murder case. The not guilty verdict sparked demonstrations in a Washington court as Tillman, shaking hands with judges and jurors, left with supporters. He later expressed regret for Gonzales’s death but said he acted under pressure he could not ignore.
Dispatches from St Petersburg report Hus sian ministers of war and marine say they are prepared to meet any eventuality without precipitating hostilities in the far east. Advices from Japan and China indicate ongoing negotiations between Russian and Japanese officials, with little disclosed on status.
A Santa Fe line derailment outside Kansas City left one passenger dead. Frederick Morn of Kansas City was killed. mail clerks J. Barr and W. A. Rogers and switchman J. N. Gilbert were lightly injured. The forward mail car jumped a switch causing the crash. remaining cars diverted with no further damage.
New York brokerage Zimmerman & Forshay suspended from stock exchange privileges after an investigation into transactions in San Francisco street millway bonds. Leopold Zimmerman banned for one year while Sigmund H. Roneblatt and Leonard Schafer receive ninety day suspensions each. all three served on the firm’s board. Panama’s rank noted in the article as context.
Leavenworth rumors claim Hiawatha World owner Ewing Herbert will launch an evening Republican daily. Reported fundraising for a Starla paper names Jerrett as editor. Topeka journalist Frank Jarrell planned a Democratic daily but rejected the raised amount as insufficient.
A Starspecial reports that five mutineers charged with the murder of Guard Waldrupe at the Leavenworth prison received jury instructions at 11 o'clock. Judge Riner told the panel felon status during punishment should not bias verdict weight. Defendants Gilbert Mullins Turner Uri es Frank Thompson Fred Robinson and Robert Clark are described as among the country’s most desperate criminals.
New York city claims a district department official, a district examiner, runs a postroom system on the east side in league with a congressman and may have tampered with expense recounts of detectives employed by the district attorney. The Herald reports the examiner resisted favorable treatment and is said to be under scrutiny by the district attorney.
In Chicago on the night of the 15th Herbert L. Butler of Austin was seriously wounded by his wife after they armed themselves during a burglary search. Butler used a revolver while his wife wielded a shotgun and they moved through different parts of their home. A shadowy figure was later identified and the wife fired again, leaving Butler on the floor in agony.
In Clayton, Missouri a township election dispute led to a compromise. Wealthy stockman Potter faced accusations of coercion and false tallying. Devine sought damages while the Democratic committee bore responsibility for losses and costs. The case centers on alleged manipulation and settlement terms.
Gathrie Oklahoma issued a requisition on Governor Bailey for the return to Norman of Seaver a former inmate at the Oklahoma insane asylum charged with the murder of Frank Elgin an inmate at the asylum Cedarvil. Seaver is now under arrest in Topeka.
A euchre club of prominent society women in Kas is greatly alarmed by a grand jury investigation of its methods. An indictment is unlikely as wives of leading court officials are connected to the case.
Niagara Falls N Y Oct 1 A delegation of Dowie s restoration host numbering 15000 persons arrived and gathered in Prospect Park to be photographed The Zomites left this afternoon for New York forming a large orderly procession during the day through the city parks and streets
Seneca Kansas October 15 Gus Stern selling agent of a Kansas City liquor house found guilty by a jury in Nemaha County district court of plying the jug trade here. Punishment fixed at fine and jail term.
President Roosevelt presided over a ceremony in Washington marking the equestrian statue of General William Tecumseh Sherman. A boy descendant unveiled the memorial as thousands of veterans and officials reviewed by the president listened to a long address lauding Sherman’s courage, loyalty, and public spirit. The speech urged national unity, duty, and the preservation of civic integrity, tying Sherman’s example to the duties of public service and wartime leadership.
San Francisco report notes Abraham U4 a wealthy Chicagoan died last week under mysterious circumstances. Stomach analysis reveals a small quantity of whisky and organ infusions. Physician says the young man was addicted to medicines containing chloral, amid questions about treatment practices.
The marriage of United States Senator Theis to Sia York was announced. The couple chose a private ceremony at their Holkind base on Sunday to avoid public expense, with plans for a private honeymoon trip.
Washington January 13 The president on attorney general recommendations removed Marshal Bred A Fivid of the district at Verront for dereliction of duty in permitting the escape of eleven prisoners deportation under sentence who were moved to Providence on June 20 The marshal left the county for supper leaving his prisoners in charge of his son Two men reportedly escaped by boat with help from a contractor The agent denies this claim.
W. J. Disbrow died at his niece’s home in Santa Cruz California. Born in Evesport Connecticut March 12 he served on the county board of commissioners and represented Clinton and Marton townships in the state house in 1870. He had lived in Kansas and was visiting California to return to his daughter in Garden City. The Episcopal Indies will hold a food sale Saturday afternoon at Wagstaff's grocery from two to o'clock.
The article details C H Sternberg's summer fossil haul from Logan county. It highlights near perfect specimens including a large fish fossil and the rare Wanters Mosusour, with measurements and descriptions. Sternberg and assistants spent months in field digging, planning to exhibit the items at the state fair if invited.
A dialogue ponders if life signs appear during autopsy and whether to alter the subject. The tale notes Travalora, a tiny republic off Sardina with fewer than 60 residents including the president and congress. During a British Mediterranean squadron visit to Barcelona, bakers agreed to supply 30 000 pounds of bread daily.
Weather delays, social events, and civic notes fill the Eudora column. The Elks held a peanut social and grand lodge meeting. planned improvements include new windows and a schoolhouse project. Merchants report steady fall shopping despite rain. road work and town issues occupy the week.
University scenes feature Protesador i Woo Russey at Michigan for lectures on archaelogy and Litwrelley event, Hoga to deliver cures old Roman topics. Professor BW Lugar recently honored by society. Mandolin Guitar club to meet tonight to organize. Sophomores weighing child’s physical education project. Mrs Hir Washington to sing tomorrow. General Wm A Aiken of Connecticut to speak on Pearl and Lincoln recollections. Aiken related to Mrs FHL Snow. Large turnout of young ladies as university attends state YWCA convention in Baldwin this evening.
The play In Convict Stripes will be produced at the Bowersock Opera House on Monday October 19 as one of the best ever seen at popular price. Scenery and effects are new and drawn from photographs. A carefully selected cast will portray the various characters. The piece notes that over one quarter of Newfoundland inhabitants are employed in catching and curing fish for a living.
Market update notes cattle, hogs, sheep, and lamb values in Chicago with prices for native cattle, stockers, cows, heifers, and hog top at 6.15 with bulk 5.50 to 5.95. Kansas City reports wheat futures with Dec and May bids, corn, oats, timothy, prairie, and dairy receipts and prices. Links to cash bids and mixed No 2 and No 3 white varieties noted along with various oats and feed prices.
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