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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 23, 1908
Page
2
A fragment discusses political infighting over support for Roosevelt era candidates, criticizing platform focus and public sentiment. It contemplates the Republican party, ambassadorial appointments, and the propriety of ceremonial splendor versus simplicity. The text also touches on a family tale and holiday displays shifting toward elaborate pageantry.
The notice lists Republican candidates for local offices including Register of Deeds, County Clerk, County Superintendent, Probate Judge, and Commissioner for the 2nd district. It also mentions divorce suit involving Mae Brune versus Senator Platt and reflections on the gubernatorial race with Governor Johnson’s Kansas trip and party stance on Joseph Cannon for speaker.
Sixty one boys enter the county corn contest as seed is supplied free to four initial entrants. Others may join by May 1st with their own seed, and officials will mail notices but require pickup at the office. The list includes numerous names and entry numbers with detailed participant tags.
Stomach and liver trouble cured by Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup which stimulates digestion and bowel action without irritation. It relieves indigestion sick headache and chronic constipation and does not nauseate or gripe. Refuse substitutes. Barber & Son.
The article portrays Col. BH Tinckney of Winfield as a state senate candidate. It highlights his ship subsidy platform as the main feature while noting other planks such as opposition to primary elections and opponents. It emphasizes local appeal and widespread support in Cowley County.
Kansas notes show Kan saax Traction surveyors near Ottawa for May 1 as Coffeyville origins loom. Old Stranger Valley and KR C Rawlins finance hint a line may head here while Indiana Traction remains ready. The situation alarms residents.
Local items from Vinland Baldwin and surrounding area recount social events weather church activities and visits. Mentions Easter in Baldwin the grand family gatherings and a two day fair planned for fall. Residents discuss church delegates bicycle lines and property moves with several names and places such as Topeka Kansas City Stony Point and Hayes.
An old health ad extols kidney weakness from overwork and touts Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a universal remedy to purify blood and restore body balance. The copy markets Swamp-Root as a cure for kidney and bladder trouble with claims of dramatic results and invitations to mail for free literature.
Traskell Institute outlines a new plan for commencement exercises aimed at engaging Lawrence residents. Instead of the traditional departmental showcases, exhibits will be hosted in a central area on campus with tents offering displays of student work and selections from scholars.
A Manilla Iowa reader extols Bucklen's Arnica Salve for healing cuts and burns, claiming it reduces suffering and costs. The ad section promotes cement work by Lawrence Granitud Mfg Co and offerings from local merchants along with various services and products.
A garbled column mixes medical claims for Foley's Kidney Cure with legal notices and local business ads. It references an April 1908 probate appointment for John W. McMillan, administrators, and various notices from Lawrence Kansas firms, plus merchants and property offers in Douglas County.
On April 11 1908 the Douglas County Probate Court Kansas appointed and qualified Fanny Bergman and Ralph Bergman executors of the estate of Wolf Hess late of Douglas County decased. All parties interested in said estate will take notice and govern themselves accordingly. Lawrence Transfer Co. delivers trunks.
Breeder Charles E Sutton promotes Alcantara descendants and other sires in Kansas and nearby areas. Features include Rutger Alcantara 14940 pedigree notes, Diamond 25888 Percheron, and Silver Heir 2:174 pacing record with 2:00 mile. Listings cover service fees, insurance options, and multiple studs across Lawrence, Russell and nearby farms.
Walkill Wilkes a celebrated grandson of George Wilkes stands at John Fritzel’s Bonth of Lawrence. The dark bay 16 hands 1150 pounds has excellent feet and legs and his progeny show speed and style. Fee is 5 dollar single service 10 dollar season 15 dollar live colt guarantee. Mares removed from county trigger due service.
Classified ads seek a white girl for general work and farm labor on 200 acres in Pinighas county, plus ads for horses cattle and pasture near Lawrence. Also listings for living quarters, hay sales, grain and vegetables, and a modern residence in Lawrence with contact details.
Furnished rooms at 1001 counterchief street with Bell phone Isd7. A two room house with cistern and sardett at 232 Mississippi Street near Brick Yard contact Home phone til M E Ashley. Five room house on Has kell road 1800 block inquire at 810 Ky Street.
A mixed item notice catalogues a missing hat with pins and a lost gold watch with engraved name, offering rewards and return to T J Edmonds at 993 New Hampshire. It also advertises Kansas City school bonds sale by the Lawrence Board of Education, detailing denominations, dates and interest for a $40,000 issue to fund Manual Training High School.
Norwood Stock Farm advertises Electioneer Wilkes Stallion Novar at stud for 11908. Fee 20 dollars to insure. Novar is 16 hands, weighs 1250 pounds, described as peer of any stallion in the state with superior size blood and conformation.
A fragmented promotional text extols a banking institution praising its departments for handling accounts loans and personal funds. It emphasizes faithful observance of banking methods and wealth and personal integrity by the directorate as key to invulnerability.
The Journal reports the office holds official petition blanks ready for primary nominations. Both city and country ballots use standardized forms prepared for quick filling by candidates and supporters.
Eggs for hatching from prize winning Light Brahmas Barred and White Rocks Buff Orpingtons White Wyandottes White Leghorns Rhode Island Browns and other stocks. Pricing $1 to $3 per setting. Visit Farm 1 mile south State University Lawrence Kansas. Also Toulouse-Goose eggs offered by A G Hammond Vinland.
An item notes lawns, parks and terraces sodded and planted with shade trees, shrubbery and roses. Work is described as artistic, aiming for satisfaction.
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