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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1905
Page
1
Rain drenches central Kansas as the first rain in five weeks falls bringing relief to wheat land. growers see limited aid to crops. In a separate report from Bromberg Prussia dated Sept 5 cholera appears among convicts in Krone penitentiary with one new case at Stieglitzdorff and one death at Schieus epan.
Portsmouth report details a signed peace treaty ending the war with a preamble and articles. It covers mutual recognition of friendship, Manchuria evacuation, transfer of Ports Arthur and Dalny to Japan, Sakhalin cession south to 50th parallel, joint Manchurian railways, fishing rights, and ratification steps with French English texts and future boundary marking by a commission.
The peace conference closes with a tame event to sign the Portsmouth treaty at 3 pm in the naval storehouse conference room. Delegates include Assistant Secretary Peirce for the president, Governor McLane, Vice Mayor HartSouth, Admiral Meade, and Commander Winslow. After signing, the Russian mission will attend a service at Christ Church Portsmouth. Witte and entourage head to New York next.
Wortsmouth Sep 4 A decision by plenipotentiaries shocks trading nations Minehuria will stay with Japanese and Russian forces for thirteen months from treaty signature date.
Japanese envoys here called for a show of appreciation by all employees connected with the attest wil stay here. They apportioned the tips they distributed, noting the total amount was over $1.00.
Muskogee crowds gather as the convention debates county count and capital location. Morton Rutherford will push to reduce counties to thirty five with outside aid, while 48 members side with 48 counties. A clash over Fort Gibson hospital location may influence the plan. dismissal of other towns’ bids expected as the convention nears adjournment by Thursday night.
Paris reports the Fremen ultimatum to Morocco set to expire at midnight. The sultan has not agreed to France's demands. Officials warn the situation worsens panic in Tangier amid intertribal conflicts, undermining Tangier as a venue for an international conference.
The government prosecution of Chicago packers for alleged antitrust violations was postponed to September 18 due to a motion by the defense. Attorneys Miller and associates said they will seek an injunction in federal court or the appellate court to halt the government prosecution for conspiracy.
Denver September 5 Judge Moses Hallett in the U S district court refused the United States government bid for an injunction to restrain the Denver Northwestern and Pacific railroad from constructing through Gore canyon.
Salmon Kan Sept 5 Mrs James F Caldwell wife of a Saline county stockman was arrested after a coroner jury verdict found her responsible for her husband’s murder in bed The house showed blood the ax washed the towel stained and the scene included three hired men a daughter 13 and a son 12 Mrs Caldwell contends innocence and says her husband was killed before she awoke The coroner will continue the investigation and she awaits bond for a preliminary hearing with the children asserting her innocence.
In Christiania on September 3 the International flaw association here today unanimously approves cabling to President Roosevelt. They thank him for his good offices in promoting peace and his continued efforts toward the treaty’s happy conclusion. The dispatch concludes with gratitude and American sympathy.
Philadelphia reports John Mitchell of United Mine Workers says a convention to draft new demands for coal companies will be held in Shamokin between December 6 and 10, ahead of the strike commission’s April 1 expiration. Also noted are a Junction City death and Kansas penitentiary director election and restart plans.
Topeka dispatch notes Santa Fe officials alarmed by a systematic robbery scheme believed to be carried out in Colorado. Telegraph operators acting as ticket agents are implicated, raising concerns over security and potential losses for passengers and lines.
The official bulletin notes from noon yesterday to noon today eleven fresh cholera cases and one death in Berlin.
More than twenty painters in Philadelphia marched today demanding higher wages and shorter working hours. The action disrupts local projects as workers press for improved conditions and timely payment.
Warren KR reports the historian and author Hezekiah Butterworth died today at age 75 from diabetes. The obituary notes his contributions as a writer and scholar.
Topeka dispatch reports Kansas poised for a railroad revival as multiple carriers plan double tracking and new routes. Santa Fe expands to double tracks toward Ottawa and aims to ease through-traffic from Kansas City. Union Pacific, Missouri Pacific, Orient, and Katy push extensions toward Parsons, Wichita, Independence, and Kansas City, with large shop investments and belt-line schemes. New lines from Anthony to Trinidad, a Great Bend Gulf link, and western connections fulfill long sought north south routes.
Two people were killed and thirteen injured when a trolley car left the rails in Charlton Massachusetts today. Three or four of the injured are considered probably fatally hurt in the crash that occurred near a tree toppled by the impact. Authorities investigate the cause as rescue operations continue at the scene.
Marshall Field and Mrs. Arthur Caton were married today at St. Margaret's church in Westminster London. The Home Telephone Company will install long distance connections with 50,000 telephones. Kansas Lawrence lines now ready for long distance talk. A gas explosion at the Central hotel block caused little damage. A good boy can find steady work at Luther's greenhouse, 1447 Massachusetts Street.
The first spectacular feature of the thirty ninth Grand Army encampment in Denver today was a naval veterans parade joined by regular troops from Fort Logan and local units. Weather was favorable for marching as Shiloh veterans formed a national organization and the day showcased cowboy exhibitions ethnic dances and band concerts.
No further word has been received about the Lawrence people injured in the Santa Fe wreck near Pueblo Sunday afternoon. A message from Santa Fe officials said none of the Lawrence parties were seriously hurt, naming the injured. Robert Ward and Myron were listed among those affected though their names did not appear in the printed list. Shunt Woodward reported his wife was not seriously hurt and was recovering. No further word had come by this afternoon.
The city likely to act on a trackless trolley franchise ordinance pushed by promoter Ee N Besser. Lawrence men and capital show interest as the ordinance nears a council vote after a long pendency. Rosser credits himself as the only promoter to deliver a project, citing his telephone system and a crackless trolley plan as outcomes of his work.
Electricity is said to influence plant growth by stimulating vital processes and promoting water transport. Positive currents can boost upward water flow when ample moisture exists, while downward flow may improve nutrient supply from leaves. The text notes exceptions and cautions about heat from electricity and emphasizes the need for sufficient water for beneficial effects.
A Burlington passenger train rear ended a westbound freight near Brush. Three people died, many injured, including passengers from Philadelphia and Chillicothe. The Rainbow private car telescoped as a chair car and two Pullmans were wrecked. injured were taken to Denver hospital. A party of private citizens aboard the Rainbow is noted.
Amusements note announces the play Why Women Sin to be staged at the Bowersock Opera House next Tuesday September 5. Also included are brief local notices on condolences for a mother’s death, Dr. Wilburn Rothrock’s medical degree, and various local ads for goods and services plus a city council meeting reminder and school supplies promotions.
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