G A R Members Urged to Record War Experiences
A local call urges Grand Army of the Republic members to contribute personal war reminiscences for a published volume to fund a permanent headquarters and improve access for ceremonies. The article notes the Washington Post building’s poor third floor entrance and the need to aid aging veterans with better facilities.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berhaines
Washington Post
Grand Army of the Republic
Woman’s Relief Corps
Grand Army
County Sunday School Conven tion Program at Baptist church
County Sunday School Convention schedule lists sessions for Wednesday January 24 and Thursday January 25 at the Baptist church in this city. Events include praise services, primary work, home visitation, superintendent conference, reports, elections, and various lectures by named speakers. A state secretary note and general notices appear amid program items.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marvin
EB. Stanley
P. J. Williams
Cordlay
E. H. S. Bailey
Nellis Jones
Geo.d. Rogers
J. FE. Drake
D. D
Baker University Oratorical Contest Winners Named
The tenth annual Baker Orratorical Association contest was held in the college chapel with five speakers. C. B. Dalton won both thought and delivery with Revolution or Evolution, while M. W. Games placed second and G. A. Marvel third. H. E. Cullison and G. B. Dalton also competed. music and vocal support accompanied the event.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Baker Orratorical Association
C. B. Dalton
Baker University
State University
Boyalto
A. S. Embree D. D
Topeka
Nelson Case
Oswezo
KR. B. Spilman
Manhsattan
S. A. Riggs
Lawrence
F. P. Smith
Ottawa
O. P. Wright
D. D
Kansas City
H. B. Wren
M. W. Games
G. A. Marvel
G. B. Dalton
Dalton
H. E. Cullison
Breyfogie
Michler
Misa Josephine Hilty
Marriage of Miss Margaret Charlton and John Forsythe
About fifty guests witnessed the ceremony at the bride’s parents’ home on Ohio Street. Rev. Dr. Cordley of Plymouth Congregational Church performed the 12 o’clock ceremony. The bride wore cream Lansdown and Duchesse lace and carried white roses. Miss Nellia Moore attended, dressed in Armure silk. the groom’s best man was Mr. Forsythe of Kansas City. the event followed a formal home celebration.
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Margaret Charlton
City
John Edward Forsythe
Kansas City
John Charlton
Ohio Street
Cordley
Plymouth Congregational Church
Misa Nellia Moore
Forayihe
Colegado
Death of Annis Bennett near Douglas city
Annis Bennett wife of J Bennett residing twelve miles north of the city died suddenly Saturday afternoon. Cause thought to be neuralgia of the heart. She was a bride of three months and daughter of Mr and Mrs J Patterson. Funeral held Sunday at 2 PM. Douglas County Teacher Association met at the High School with papers read and discussed. County Superintendent J E Peairs spoke on School Keepers and School Teachers. Miss Linnie Kennedy Julia Miller Lizzie Michael participated in the discussion. Miss Olive A Reed read That Boy and W A Hill and Julia J Brady commented. E C Davis gave demonstrations in physics and Abby Hull spoke on Vertical Penmanship.
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Vers Satden
Annis Bennett
J. Bennett
Douglas County Teacher’s Association
J. E. Peairs
Linnie Kennedy
Julia. Miller
Lizzie Michael
Olive A. Reed
W. A. Hill
Julia J. Brady
E. C. Davis
Old rings at Hester's offer sterling tea items
An item noting Hester's sale of old rings and a sterling silver tea set priced at three dollars appears. The fragment indicates a local shop sale of jewelry and tea ware with low price points.
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Hester’s
Dix
Hester's
Hasters
Out In Gregan Epiron Gazerrs A New Year Letter from Kansas
A lyrical column praises Kansas and the pull of home while critiquing Republican tariff reform and Governor Pennoyer. It notes national trends of paternalism, railroad expansion, and political tensions, urging cautious progress into 1894 with reflections on democracy, justice, and public sentiment.
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Gregan
Douglas County
Kansas
Abraham
Pennoyer
Gov. Pennoyer
Oregon
Ritricuse
Cneck
Bill Jaw
Senta
Troy
L. F.G
Charley Elwell Hurt In Bicycle Accident
Charley Elwell suffered a dislocated right shoulder and multiple bruises after his bicycle slipped on wet Main street pavement above Fifth in Kansas City. He was cared for locally and returned to Lawrence the next morning, aided by his accident insurance policy.
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Charley Elwell
Lawrence
Kansas City
Main Street
Mr. Elwell
Mr. Elell
Busy North Lawrence Mills Thrive Under Rahskopf Supervision
North Lawrence awakens to busy industrial scene near the Union Pacific depot as Rahskopf mills under J Rahskopf operate at full capacity. The Lawrence Roller Mills produce brands like Mountain Dew and Belle of Lawrence, with daily output rising from 50 to 200 barrels. Buckwheat pancake flour from the same mills draws major demand in Kansas City and beyond, while expansion plans aim to move full manufacturing and shipment of pancake flour to Lawrence, with packaging and distribution growing locally.
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North Lawrence
Kaw River
Union Pacific
Bismark
Lawrence Roller Mills
Rahskopf
J. Rahskopf
Propriators
Kahskopf
Kansas City
Ridsnour Bros
Rhaskopf
North
Lawrence
Kansas
Missouri
Indian Territory
Jews
Nebraska
Colorado
Kanas City
Ropsykopf
Rahskopi Mills
Tragic Death by Own Action Near Baldwin
Mrs. Thomas Craven living three miles south of Baldwin died early Friday morning by jumping into a well. The 11 foot deep well yielded her body about 5 am after her husband found her. Ill for weeks with grippe, despondency likely caused temporary insanity. County Physician Phillips assisted, and no testimony on exact time. Also: Missouri Pacific engineer in city taking soundings for Kaw river bridge piers. South end pier hits rock at 25 feet. middle pier soundings reach 40 feet with no rock yet. North Lawrence foot-way proposal for bridge passage gains support. city council may approve.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Thomas Craven
Baldwin
Phillips
Craven
Caven
Uvg
Missouri Pacific Railroad Company
Kaw River
North Lawrences
North Lawrence
Island Shops and Railway Negotiations at Reck Island
Officials of the Reck Island railroad seek property around Bismerk Grove from Union Pacific to extend toward Lawrence. Lease on Wrundotte property nears expiration. shops to be moved westward. Also noted are local performances and various advertisements from the era including remedies and products.
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Reck Island Railroad
Bismerk Grove
Union Pacific Company
Lawrence
Wrundotte
Tucaters Hay Company
Faa
Bab
Sear
Decise
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Mars
Glathart Building
Lawrence, Kanasaa
J. W. O'Bryon
Destist
Bell
Muele
Mass. St
B. M
E. Bumgardner
State University of Iowa
Massachusetts St
Barber Bro S. Drug Store
J.W. O'Bryon
D. D.S
Mase
Geo. A. Banks
Eldridge House
W. H. Sears
Massachusetts Street
Fred Strahm
WM. T. Sinclair
EAL
Lawrance
D. H. Hornor
Douglas County Bank
S.halil
Wot Waneass
W. A. Hart
L. Moore
H. E. Benson
Ashier
R.w.sparr
Athart, Field
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Lawrence National Bank
United States Depository
Europe
Job Tower
E. Emery
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Evvepors Z Sock
Baki Bes
Rerekants National Bank
Misun
Epital
Jiaryin
Grirrit de
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G.gi
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Unahier
Urs. M. Newmann
A. Muxnor
J. i. Rowuenrts
Roysnorking Business
Capital
Paul R. Brooks
Hazen
Asa’t
J.B. Watkins
A. Hitt
A. Dewatkins
Lotholz
Chas
A. Hill
DM. Sprankle
WE. Hazen
J. G. Walton
Jacob House
Savings Department
Ric
E. M. Ropsetsoy
St Drag Store
Baptist Church
E. M. Wood
A. M. Hamilton
J. F. Drake
G. W. Martin
A. L. Goudy
J. G. Hasiki
Aitchell
Hood
State Military Board
Ottawa University
Sears
Western Passenger Association
Chicago
Kansas National Guards
Jim
Banta
California
John Arden
Brackett
Arden
Eatub Taker
Tebih Oratoricat Tc University
Gaxstick
Charlton-Forsythe
Hest
Salenye
Atbativer Sewduchaserg
Tye Lawrence
Sayre
University Pharmacy School
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J. L. Allaire
Deming
WN. M
Trieater
Allaire
Prof
Woodward
Osage City
Griffin
Shane
Collice Citieruce
WY. ML. C. A
Warren
Chusals Street
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Geen. A. Eddy
Leavenworth
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L. D. Hewitt, President of Emporis College
D. FP. Shink
B. F. Eye
Hiawatha
Dwight E. Potter
Peabody
John R. Mott
Corm
George D. Rogers
First’ Baptist Church of
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University Y. 31. C. A
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Nellie Redith Jackson
Mabel Corse
Bonnie Bell
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Excello
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Griffin’s
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Barber
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