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Newspaper

Lawrence Gazette

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 15, 1897

Page

8

Bribery Hearings Shine Light on Kansas Officials

Kansas bribery hearings reveal offers of money to influence textbook legislation. Speakers Street and Doyle testified of proposed cash payments and favors, while others described attempts to sway votes and cover the scheme. The investigation continues as Attorney General Boyle weighs the committee's power to compel testimony.

Torrra Boyle Clark Speaker Street Veale Harry Wilson American Book Company Wilson Street Titus Senator National Hotel Dingus Linn County Doyle Republic‘county Senate Frankie Smith Eprestative Smith Stion Grimes Dr. Smith

Congressman Neill Endorses Paine's Celery Compound in Arkansas

A Cumberland of endorsements for Paine's celery compound includes a letter from Robert Neill of Arkansaw Batesville praising the remedy after his daughter's illness. The ad urges readers to use Paine's celery compound and warns against substitutes, highlighting the product's nationwide support and supposed health benefits.

Paine Wells, Richardson & Company National House of Representatives Meredith, Bell Paing Paise

Flood Damages in Mississippi Valley Reach Billions

A department of agriculture report details flood impact across Mississippi valley districts south of Cairo on April 6. It cites about 15,500 square miles underwater, with nearly 200,000 people affected, 40,000 farms submerged, and total farm value around 65 million dollars, strongest losses in Mississippi and Arkansas.

Mississippi Valley Cairo Department of Agriculture Mississippi Arkansas Missouri Tennessee Louisiana Yazoo

Which is the most newsy neighbuhood query

Readers are asked to pick the most newsy neighborhood correspondent for a June 1 prize. The Gazette invites weekly department heads to prepare to submit opinions on standout local reporting since April 1. Mentions Muresco wall finish and Woodward as Lawrence agent.

Muresco U. S Woodward Lawrence

Senate Cuban clash and Spanish warfare protests in April session

Stormy Senate debate over Cuba sparks personal charges as Senator Morgan presses a war resolution and accuses Maine of sourcing Cuban prison claims. The discussion shifts to bankruptcy and bi metallism before a drum head trial rumor prompts a protest to Spain. Local ad for painting supplies ends page.

Wasnixacros Senate Mr. Morgan Alabama Cuba Ile Bit Wale Maing Morgana Shivine Late G Maine Ifate Morgan Stewart Nevada Chandler Russ Rivera Elisins West Virginia Lindsay Kentucky

County News Announces Public Funds for District Projects

Douglas County newspaper reports from the country district bureau that the department announces funds allocated for public purposes within the district. Officials say the money supports local infrastructure and community programs.

Community meeting invites Goon citizenship questions

All questions of interest to Goon citizenship discussed. All persons are invited to attend and participate.

Rock Island Route Promises Speed and Comfort for Patrons

The Rock Island Route touts enhanced speed and luxury with ventilated, well trained cars, including sleeping, dining, and chair coaches. It claims excellent dining car service, good connections, and up to date equipment, inviting inquiries via coupon offices across the United States and Canada.

Youth's Companion celebrates seventy-fifth birthday and Carnegie feature

The Youth's Companion marks its seventy-fifth birthday in 1897 with notable content. Andrew Carnegie funds an article on thrift and editors list other eminent contributors including Kipling Crane and Roosevelt. Subscribers for 1897 receive the remainder of 1896 free plus a twelve color calendar and a year to January 1889.

Andrew Carnegie Rudyard Kipling Stephen Crane Harold Frederic Clark Russell Reed Flerbert Senator Lodge Earl Schurz Wilson Lyman Abbott Theodore Roosevelt Tam Youth Columbus

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