12 Sep 1895
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Newspaper
Lawrence Gazette
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 12, 1895
Page
1
The Douglas county Republican and Democratic scenes show a county committee meeting in Lawrence with calls to attend and set a county convention. Reports cover corn crop surveys, veterans reunion plans, election results, and local civic updates across Lawrence and surrounding townships.
Reports detail a Barr Oak post office robbery and a Palermo burglary with loot. Deaths include A di Lister in Emporia and Willard Allen near Vinland from accidents. Political actions cover prison congress delegates and Shawnee County insanity cases. A large Emporia parade marks a successful militia encampment and Labor Day observances spread statewide.
The Kansas State Board of Agriculture issues a proclamation urging pig owners to promptly bury or burn dead swine within 24 hours to prevent disease spread. Contagion via animals, water, and even clothing is noted, with fines up to 100 and similar penalties for selling diseased hogs or hiding outbreaks.
Adams Express cashier D Farden and Vandalia agent J R Barnett disappear after a safe is opened by a locksmith with only Farden knowing the combination. A 16 000 dollar revenue package deposited for Cincinnati subtreasury is missing and no trace of shipment exists. Police say the loss may exceed 20 000 to 40 000. August coinage totals 4 517 600 dollars with gold 3 672 200 and silver 748 000.
Gov Morrill appoints Kansas delegates to the Deep Water Conference in Topeka October 1 with a long list of names across districts from Leavenworth Atchison and Lawrence to Independence Parsons and Wichita. Also reports on Kansas Loyal Legion banquet Ottawa encampments and other state events.
The letter from A D Weaver dated September 4 1806 to W H Beatty claims abundant stock of new dress goods at 10 to 25 percent below prior prices. It notes fall prices will be the lowest on record and promises dependable value as purchases continue. Also mentions a forthcoming corn report and public notices.
George Davies the tailor presents five live fall novelties with fashion plates showing stylish suits. Davies warns of high demand and urges early orders to avoid delay. Kenyon Kenyon Real Estate Agency advertises property services at 718 Massachusetts Street.
An advertisement claims Tut Gazette holds the highest weekly circulation in Douglas County and offers a prize of one hundred dollars to the first person who proves the statement. The notice appeals to readers and potential advertisers seeking proof of the paper’s reach.
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