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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1913
Page
1
A garbled report outlines a federal challenge to a writ of habeas corpus in Harry's case. Judges suspend hearings, postpone extradition, and consider immediate release or further action as New York authorities push for rapid resolution.
Reported Sept 1 from Belfast notes Unionists mobilizing around 110,006 men to support a provisional government. Mentions leaders Edward Carson Jedder and the Wash, with volunteers formed and plans to visit Trelanag. Details on organization and intent are uncertain due to the damaged text.
Fragmentary text recounts a boyish prank involving a boy named Johnnie Stout and others. It mentions police or judge involvement and unclear details about an investigation, with garbled phrases suggesting a sensational crime rumor. The readable parts reference a journal story and a judge named Lindley.
An Oklahoma building project, featuring a pavilion, is described with terms about its construction, pricing, and exhibition setup at the fair. The text notes sales of items and the pavilion’s placement near related facilities, reflecting planned arrangements and associated logistics.
President Hilexta leads Independence Day ceremonies in Pull Lorn with dignitaries and foreign officials in attendance. The day highlights parade observances, flags, and a formal salute. Weather and crowd details accompany reports of national pride and diplomatic presence.
Fragmentary report notes Sulzer's alleged debt of 26 500 dollars and a tense political scene surrounding Mayor Gaynor. References Vanishing factions and a commissioner's remarks about a fusion movement that threatened Gaynor's political standing.
Registrar George O. Foxper reports doubled first day receipts versus last year as 1,885 students registered by noon. Attendance shows strong interest with new and returning students, though some upperclassmen face payment delays. Dorothy Laurenee Fiwein of Kansas City is among registrants awaiting course completion.
A garbled report recounts a fatal shooting involving a court painter and a county leader during a late night incident near a reserve. The text mentions a pistol and a duel context, with references to a captain and local soldiers.
Rain and showers lingered through the night with limited clearing, delaying outdoor plans. A flood watch was issued as precipitation continues, with cloudy skies prevailing into tonight. Interurban lines report weather disruptions amid ongoing heavy rainfall. The report notes the death of W. W. Cashion, owner of a railroad company, during a vacation in Michigan.
A German-born priest and alleged forger, Hans Schmidt, is arrested amid a crime nest tied to a kitchen fitted as a hideout and alleged murder. Police, coroner, and family statements describe Schmidt as insane, seeking priesthood and involving forged medical items, with connections to Aschaffenburg and a series of prior suicides and crimes.
Frank Sande of the Water Company reports no ripened water since last Friday yet. wells are replenished but demand remains high in hot weather. Hypochlorite treatment continues under University supervision as officials monitor adequacy for city needs. Edgar Street, president of Lawrence Water Company, travels to Santa Fe to inspect related properties.
Major Atkins, longtime Salvation Army officer of 33 years, arrived in Kansas City to take charge as acting head of the Kansas Division, replacing Major Harris. A permanent appointment decision is expected at headquarters next week.
Franklin College president Blair A. Hanley was indicted on an assault charge after spanking a student. he surrendered to the sheriff and was released on bond. The report places the event during the forty-seventh annual Grand Army encampment with veterans touring Chickamauga battlefield.
A fragmentary OCR item mentions a fair with weather notes and a bustling scene. It references Wal and a northeast location, suggesting a local fair event with cool conditions and mixed activities. No clear names, dates, or organizations are readable from the snippet.
Roy Adams bond issue surfaces as he is released from jail and flees toward Dayton Kansas. Henderson and other officials describe his movements from Bat city to Kansas City, with Adams allegedly changing aliases and engaging in shoplifting and theft before vanishing. Police note he was last seen near Parsons store and a later report mentions $55 theft from a local trust.
A report details a high value necklace theft with a rumored reward of 50 900 pounds. The piece, described as exceptionally valuable, vanished during travel between Paris and London while the owner was away. Authorities note a worker’s possible involvement and that the clasp was damaged, suggesting a staged disappearance.
State Commissioner reports seizures at a city market on Sept 16. Warrants issued for violations of food safety laws after a ton of damaged pies confections and storage issues were found. Separate item notes Captain Richard set a shooting record at the interstate tournament, breaking a long-standing mark.
The board and curators plan a conference in Kansas City next week to decide the site for the annual football game. New university appointments announced, with Higgins and others named to staff, and John Weezers to speak at opening chapel exercises.
An incident near Breenwend Springs results in both men dead after a confrontation described as a fight over a weapon. The report includes limited readable details with fragments mentioning names and locations yet lacking full clarity due to OCR issues.
A marriage licence was issued yesterday for Joka Florence and Bifie Holeo, with the license recorded under their names and the ceremony date to be announced by local authorities.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe a Medline related discussion at a medical school. The readable parts mention Crambine, a faculty briefing, stents, and assertions about patient condition and work behavior. Specific names, dates, and clear actions are not consistently legible.
Faculty and administrators debate a planned feature in a magazine about the University. Dr James Naismith and Dr Mervin T Louila advocate a panel based, in-depth look at the School of Medicine and physical education. The discussion centers on access, scope, and the magazine’s potential impact on university reputation.
A crippled gas supply warns households to curb usage for cooking and heating as utilities weigh limits. The mayor and Utilities Commission urge conservation while plans explore storage, distribution, and alternative measures. Officials stress safeguarding essential services and advising residents on staying warm.
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