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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1902
Page
2
In Topeka and Wyandotte reports, Craddock challenges Bailey amid labor and capital debates, with editorials criticizing reform efforts and praising Republican defiance of Bryan. Buttered by farm news, Elks caravan, and a note on labor disputes, the piece weaves political opinions, local court actions, and public notices amid Kansas political theater.
The Hutchinson News disputes claims about Keosas and hot winds this summer, arguing the paper misreads climate and winds. It mocks opponents, mentions politicians like Billy Morgan, and notes wireless telegraphy promises and tonic ads as era chatter and public notices emerge.
A disastrous underground blast at Bowen No 3 mine near Bowen Cis Bowen camp, ten miles north of Trinidad, killed at least sixteen miners. The firelamp ignition caused powder charges to detonate, filling the slope mouth and shattering nearby buildings. Rescue efforts saved some but eight bodies were recovered early, as families endure grief.
A fragmented debate arises over projected Cuban loans with references to government finance and impacts on national prosperity. The discussion centers on economic policy, potential risks, and the role of the Attest Winkler and other officials in guiding lending decisions.
Reported last night that the state mediation board met with the mayor amid strike tensions. If arbitration fails, the board will investigate and compel hearings. travel was reduced to stages and carriages. Also notes on Missouri mine workers, King Edward VII, and reforms at the U S Treasury. A freight wreck near Marshalltown kills 15, injures 40. Salina fire destroys the novelty mill and warehouse. Eureka, Kansas reports a 352 foot gas well strike.
Details of the plan to give St Louis and San Francisco Railroad control of Chicago and Eastern Illinois through preferred stock offers. The circular letter to Chicago and Eastern Illinois stockholders outlines $130 per share for preferred stock with $1.50 quarterly dividends, while common stock of Chicago and Eastern Illinois will be exchanged for trust certificates at $250 per share with $5 annual dividends. Trusts secured with Colonial Trust Company. Shareholders have until Sept. 15 to deposit shares amid expected Frisco dominance.
The Santa Fe announced a 12 cent per 100 pounds rate for livestock between Chicago and Kansas City starting next Monday, the lowest since 1595. The move, affecting western to Chicago routes, pressures other lines to match the cut and may reshape tariffs from points west of Kansas City. Officials gave no action on packing house products and dressed meats.
At Atlanta Aug 8 prominent race leaders spoke at the Negro Young People's Christian and Educational congress. A Roosevelt letter expressed regret at not attending but sent best wishes and urged young people to uphold integrity and right thinking. Morning attendance reached 8000 with religious life as a main topic.
Wants modern base in second ward from 2000 to 4000 dollars. M Neville. For sale a few fine black Langeban chickens inquire at office. Lot for sale faces Kentucky and Vermont streets 5x190 feet with house facing park. Will sell at a bargain if taken at once. Also a good second hand Calnm buseuttey chesp if taken soon at office.
Mr T A Pinner of Drummond Tennessee reports a rapid cure from a hard dysentery spell after using one small bottle of Chamberlains Collo and Diarrhoea Remedy. He praises it as the best cholera medicine and says no doctor is needed. Also notes Barber Bros Bozeman offer and Dean's Ointment at druggists.
Description pamphlets with rates and eds will be furnished by Gao. W. Vens, AG, P. and T. A., 135 Ademestrest, Chicago.
Chicago August meeting of orientey Catholic societies ends with a set of resolutions expressing confidence in President Roosevelt to enforce constitutional duties. The substitute proposal to dismiss friars and school questions failed, and the federation pledged support to American governance in the Philippines, while seeking humane treatment and unity with Vatican guidance. Also notes on local events and an unrelated medical advertisement appear in the column.
A coroner's jury in Shenandoah, Virginia, returned verdicts naming rioters including Joseph Painches and Matthew Taulaskis for injuries in last week's riot. Troops guarded the town as fears of foreign workers cutting off ears to deter returns to work spread, with union committees forming in Scranton and talks of broader action across coal regions.
Fragmented report describes a reward in a Tracey case with unclear names and dates. Mentions Portand Oregon and August events, plus scattered notes about a prison transfer, a cloudburst drowning four people near Blassburg and other incidents including a hotel fire.
A newspaper notice warns advertisers that fees are due and changes to rates apply. It states 93 advertisers must be paid in full by a set deadline and outlines allowances for permitted alterations. The language is terse and appears to be a late 19th or early 20th century billing notice.
An 1880s advertisement touts Veans Kidney Villa as a remarkable remedy for long running backache. It cites Mr J S Whitveck of 47 Etaveteeet endorsing relief after years of pain. The copy urges trying Down's Kidney Pills at local drug stores with national distribution through Powers-Mittern Co and Lonue’s brand.
The Retail Butchers and Meat Dealers Protective Association adjourned to meet in Washington on the first Monday in October next year. Officers elected include President William Wagner of New York City, Secretary D. J. Maley of Troy, N Y, and Treasurer George F Kellogg of Hartford Conn. A rotation instruction was adopted to promote anti beef tariffs and a resolution denouncing the beef trust was rejected by the policy committee.
An old page combines an allegorical image of a girl frightened by a grasshopper near a snake with civic notes about wealth, neglect of family, and a Chamberlain’s Cholera and Diarrhoea Remedy. It also touts Grand Trunk Railway summer tourism and an advertising mix from Barber Brothers in Pienamnt Ways for Rammer faye.
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