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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 03, 1908
Page
2
Editor notes residence claims and survivors from Kansas party. Judge Hutchinson protests Mrs Nation on chautauqua program. Jail contract awarded to Topeka builder James Cuthbert. Local talk of political backfire and lively primary campaign expectations amid broad issue discussion.
A tangled local column comments on taxes and election law costs, cites crop reports and county damage, and jokes about imprisoning corporate offenders. It notes public power and references to figures like Bill White and Bryan, then segues into advertisements for Foley’s Kidney Cure and Bucklen’s Arnica Salve, with scattered quotes and political quips.
Lawrence man Professor McMath resigns as principal of McLouin schools to join Leavenworth County High School with a $7000 salary for the term. He sought release from his contract Tuesday. the board refused and he delivered a definite resignation Wednesday. The move is described as a hard blow to the district. The Melouth Times notes offers elsewhere were higher, but he could not accept, believing the district should release him after assurances of a successor. A KaLoosa independent comment adds context. Also an advertisement for Oring Laxative Fruit Syrup to ease chronic constipation without griping.
August recreation number to appeal with profuse illustrations and timely articles. Highlights include Canoeing in the Surf, A Trip Through Liverpool Waters in Canada, Glimpses of Newfoundland, Building Recreation Houses, Exploring the Wisconsin in a Canoe, The Future of Wing Shooting, Motor Boating on the Mississippi, and Useful Hints for Outdoor People. Now on all news stands and well worth obtaining.
Attorney General Fred Jackson released a nationwide alert to county officers and election boards stressing strict enforcement of primary day rules. The guidance warns against selling or giving alcohol or gambling on election day, requires precinct chairmen to appoint two watchers, and mandates affidavits from those challenging party affiliation. Voters face strict scrutiny and perjury penalties to prevent cross party voting.
A historical ad touts Electric Bitters as a cure for liver and kidney complaints, claiming they regulate digestive function purify the blood and restore vigor to the weak and debilitated with strong endorsements.
Memorial note from Washington Post No 12 GAR Dept Kansas Aug 1 1908 endorses Lawrence Daily Journal obituary for N S Hull praising gallantry and long service. Mentions medal of honor, post commander duties, sympathy to family, request for copy to son Clarence Hull, signed by local comrades. Includes ad copy for Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil Kod... and Foley's Kidney Cure with testimonials.
Notice in the Lawrence Daily Journal dated July 20 1908 announces that Luther N Lewis as administrator of the estate of Al mosander Lewis deceased will apply September 7 1908 before the Probate Court of Douglas County Kansas for an allowance for services as administrator and for attorney fees and expenses and to make a full and final settlement and seek discharge. The item also includes miscellaneous advertisements about travel to Colorado and local services.
An advertisement claims Golden Medical Discovery on wrappers and lists ingredients in plain English. It touts blood purification and tonic benefits for stomach disorders, claims stronger effects than others, and mentions native roots like Golden Seal Queen's root and Black Cherryhark. It invites readers to send for a free booklet from Dr. Pierce with postage.
A collection of short advertisements seeks a millinery apprentice in Baldwin Kansas a six to seven room house a buyer for farm produce washing and ironing help various job seeks include a Jersey cows request a stenographer and other labor or clerical work with names and contact hints from The Journal office and city directories multiple ads indicate immediate need and local requests for employment or service arrangements
A running catalog of sales and exchanges in Lawrence lists for sale items such as a large house in need of repair near the university with city water gas and a barn, a five year old mare, grocery store fixtures, a peach crop, and several small items like a piano flute and a 13 key Meyer system, with contact notes and phone numbers. Also notices of rent, trade, stray and lost items, and a reward for information in a shooting case.
Clause H Peterson and many others are named as defendants in a suit by B W Kraus to quiet title to several lots in Eudora, Kansas. Defendants must answer by August 1, 1908 or a judgment will be issued. Also promotional travel copy for Colorado rail trips follows.
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