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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1909
Page
2
A dense historical page from Lawrence Kansas 1909 blends notices, reader notes, and ads. It references The Journal published daily and weekly, local opinions Vinland Vine verses a tax note for Leavenworth and Douglas counties, and endorsements for Doans Kidney Pills. It includes mock editorial banter about trusts and public figures, plus medical ads and household tips targeted to Lawrence readers.
Salina expresses pride in Benal Bristow as he rises to national prominence soon after becoming a senator. The piece critiques Speaker Cannon’s use of power, questions loyalty between Cannon and public good, and discusses the bank guarantee law and tariff bill while noting public sentiment in Kansas and Iowa politics.
Mary E Griesa administratrix announces appointment by the Douglas County Probate Court as administrator of A C Griesa late of Douglas County Kansas. Readers with interest are instructed to govern themselves accordingly. Auto and Hack Livery services offered at 814 Vermont Street Francisco Todd phones.
A historical discussion questions tariff effects on Lawrence and national industry. Critics argue prosperity arises from non tariff factors as Luther Burka’s experiments spark debate. The piece notes distrust of protectionism and the shift toward consumer interests versus manufacturers gains.
A long biblical passage from Isaiah chapter ten condemns rulers who deprive the poor and widows, predicts Assyrian wrath, and describes divine punishment on Zion and surrounding regions. The excerpt contrasts political power with divine judgment and ends with a call to prepare for coming discipline. The second portion shifts to an advertisement for Dr Shoop’s Restorative claiming rapid health gains within days, marketed by C. P. Barber & Son.
City records show August 2 1909 council adopting a resolution to upgrade Warren Street area in Lawrence Kansas. It authorizes erosion paving and curbing with concrete limestone and vitrified brick on a concrete base with sand cushioning and grout filler.
Classified style items describe the New Santa Fe Hotel in Lawrence with renovation details rates and contact references for Dr Shoop remedies barber and son druggists and local transportation schedules including trains to Denver and St Louis. notes on real estate and abstract firms in the area.
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