The Journal of Lawrence Kansas History and Local News
The Journal claims heritage as the oldest Lawrence paper, tracing back to 1857 and merging with several prior papers. It notes daily morning editions, extensive regional circulation, and a focus on local prosperity, politics, and civic updates in Kansas and Douglas County. It also mentions the interurban joke, Wisconsin battle, Gov Hadley, and Wichita officials resigning for campaigns.
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Lawrence Republican
State 107
Spahich
Herald of Freedom
Law‘rence ‘Tribuna
Terry Port S.tore
the Journal
Lawrence
Kate
Uncertain Shadow Over Mayor Gaynor’s Shooting Echoes
An editorial laments the assassination attempt on Mayor Gaynor and warns that an epidemic of copycat violence may follow as minds resonate with the event. The piece suggests the intertwined motives and the danger posed by imitators.
A P Reardon to Represent Jefferson County in Legislature
A P Reardon of McLouth will represent Jefferson county in the next legislature. He has long been active in the grange movement and is regarded as a man of wide experience and talent. He will safeguard the public interest and is considered a valuable choice for Topeka.
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A. P. Reardon
McLouth
Jefferson County
Reardon
Grange
Oklahoma Staffing Controversy Raises Old Questions
A concise report notes longstanding concerns about Oklahoma staff allocations, with disclosures aligning with expectations. The piece critiques the practice of bringing in outside advisers, who are referenced without detail.
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Oklahoma
Shorter ballot debate and trust in voters’ luck
An editorial ties the shorter ballot to machine politics and opposes central control. It urges Kansans to remove machines by letting voters hire their own clerical help, arguing specialists belong in roles like railroad board while voters have trusted choices in secretary of state appointments. The piece laments un-American implications of the shorter ballot.
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Kansas
Journal
Dragging the Roads and Road Draz Day Effort
In Iowa Eldora and Owasa showcase road dragging on Road Draz Day with over three thousand gathered to watch and participate. Jackson Township funds sixty five miles of earth roads called highway boulevards, maintained by Prentiss Ransom’s drag system after each rain. workers are paid fifty cents per mile and costs reach about 200 dollars for township upkeep in half a year.
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Kansas
Iowa
Eldora
Hite
Owasa
Jaeson Township
Hanson
Jackson Township
Ue Ta
Prominent Men to Attend Pueblo Irrigation Congress
Several notable figures from the western United States and railroad industry are invited to the eighteenth irrigation congress convening in Pueblo from September 26 to 30. The gathering aims to discuss irrigation zoning and related policy.
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Pueblo
Atchison Topeka Santa Fe Leaders in Irrigation Effort
President E. P. Ripley and the Santa Fe line receive praise for cooperation in irrigation development. Remarks highlight active participation as Congress nears, with Lawrence officials naming delegates C. Hess, KR BE, Melving McKenzie, A Rahskolf, and F. G. Alford. C. F. Suitton chairs Kansas delegation under Governor Stubbs.
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E. P. Ripley
Atchison, Topeka
Santa Fe
Alburquerque
Hipley Ra
Lawrence
C. Hess
KR. BE
Melving
S. McAkenzie
A. Rahs
Foley's Kidney Remedy touted as cure for kidney trouble
A reader from Reynoldsville reports months of kidney pain baffling doctors, claims Foley's Kidney Remedy cured him after a few large bottles. Advertisement notes for sale by C. P. Barber & Son and local shop promotions appear alongside other notices and sales pitches.
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Foley
Clamle Brown
Reynoldsville, II
Ug T
C. P. Barber & Son
Contractors sought for grading and draining work
We want contractors to try us for all kinds of grading, draining, excavating cellars, and building cisterns. All work first class. Home phone 2004, or call 732 Conn. St. Mike Oswalt & Son. Plus notices of local happenings include Mrs. Charles Himpel receiving telegrams about her husband’s health in Cheyenne and Tonganosie Mirror reporting his serious condition after an excursion.
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Conn
Mike Oswalt & Son
Tonganoxie Manor
Charles Himpel
Cheyenne
Wyom
Himple
Edith
Wyoming
John Ashton
Cheverne
J. W. Ratliff
Fred Gress
San Luis Valley
Belinda and Brother Discuss The Power Of A Good Start
Belinda practices piano while her wise brother explains that a good start is crucial in any endeavor. He distinguishes between starting with advantages and starting through one's own effort, stressing preparedness, confidence, and steady forward progress to avoid confusion. Belinda pauses as the lesson lands.
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Belinda
Lfe
Various Patent Remedies and Local Ads from 19th Century Paper
An assortment of brief notices and advertisements. Foley’s Honey and Tar claims hay fever and asthma relief with no opiates. Dr. Thomas’ Mivelle Oil touted as a fatal-dissipation cure. Local shops push shoes, toilet water, photography, laundry, dye works, and bicycle repairs. A notice invites ball players to get supper beforehand at the Wiawatha.
Probate sale of Kansas lots in Lawrence estate
An order from the Douglas County Probate Court directs the sale of parcels on South Massachusetts Street in West Lawrence and on New York Street. For information contact I. H. Menger. Jane Welch and W. S. McCurdy are executrix and estate official.
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Probate Court
Douglas County
Kansas
Massachusetts
West Lawrence
New York Street
I. H. Menger
Jane &. Welch
W. 8. McCurdy
Nellie Wallace Advances From White City to Local College
Nellie Wallace from White City enters Lawrence Business College and excels in the rapid program. She gains practical knowledge in letter writing and office work, securing a fine position as a stenographer for the Beiks Loan and Investment Co. The writer praises her effort and thanks the recipient for support.
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Nellie Wallace
Lawrence Business College
White City
Jessen Jay
Walkie
Beieks Loan and Investment Co
Klrhoni jCily
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Quick Heals
Advertising text claims Bucklen’s Arnica Salve instantly relieves burns cuts scalds and pains and treats ulcers boils eczema skin eruptions and more. Available for 25 cents at Barber and Sun.
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Barber & Sun
Miss Agnes Haden Powells Guiding Girls Movement
Miss Agnes Haden Powell daughter of Gen Sir Baden Powell leads the B P Girl Guides. The group teaches girls to do a good turn daily, gardening, housework, first aid and hospital work. Guides aged 11 to 18 form patrols of eight under a leader over 15. Three patrols form a company with captain and lieutenant over 21. Local ladies’ committees train the girls with parental consent.
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Agnes Haden-Powell
Baden-Powell
B. P. Girl Guides
To My Husband Tombstone Motto From a Mason
A widow asks a monument maker to inscribe “To My Husband” on her husband’s tombstone and the mason replies “All right ma’am.” The finished inscription reads “To my Husband. In an Appropriate Place.” The column then lists local shops and products with promotional snippets including Rite Aid like items and Mrs Shearer’s goods.
Union Pacific Time Table Going East and West
Train schedule lists No. 110 Denver Limited at 7:05 am and No. 102 St. Louis Col lim at 7:35 am. Local No. 106 at 9:06 am, Atlantic Express No. 104 2:33 pm, Safing local No. 108 at 6:10 pm. Westbound No. 107 Safina local 9:31 am, No. 103 Pacific Express 11:08 am, No. 105 Jn e t City local 5:23 pm, No. 109 Denver Limited 6:56 pm, No. 103 St. L-Col lim 11:15 pm. Arrives No. 123 Motor Car 10:55 ax, No. 171 Accommodation 6:30 pm depart No. 172 Accommodation 9:10 am, No. 137 Motor Car 2:45 pm. Trains marked daily except Bem.
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Denver Limited
St. Louis-Col Lim
Atlantic Express
Safing
Safina
Pacific Express
J’n’e’t City
St. L-Col, Lim
Why Named Groom Title Sparks Oldways At Weddings
The article notes an old custom where the groom bore the bride’s name, reflecting the practice of the groom waiting at table for his bride and guests on the wedding day. It contrasts with modern behavior where people lose their heads in emergencies or stick heads out car windows, calling it a matter of taste.
Martins Battle for Nesting Rights in Waynesboro
Two martin houses in Waynesboro Pa were taken by English sparrows during fall while martins migrated south. The martins returned and engaged in a pitched battle for possession of their former nesting site, ultimately reclaiming their homes.
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Waynesboro
Martina
Tip for first timers at a famed Paris gown house
A playful warning advises tipping the assistant at a Paris gown house to gain attention. Attendants may be busy, but a timely tip can lead to personal attention, quick service, and even bargains. The passage humorously notes that a tip can reveal a genuine bargain after a couple of purchases.
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Paris
Verity
Hay Fever Relief Ad Claims Foley's Honey and Tar Benefit
An old advertisement extols Foley's Honey and Tar for hay fever and asthma relief, claiming it soothes membranes of the nose and throat and heals them. It warns against substitutes and urges consumers to insist on genuine Foley's in yellow packaging. Includes local business notes and shop services.
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Foley
J. Barker & Son
P. Barber & Son, Diss
Students Thrive in Cool, Well-Ventilated College Rooms
The weather is warm but Lawrence Business College students stay comfortable in rooms above the street. Proper ventilation and shaded glare-free interiors keep learning uninterrupted.
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Lawrence Business College
Fragmentary Aphorism Speaks on Friendship and Sacrifice
The garbled lines discuss feminine friendship and sacrifice, noting a man’s demand to care for another woman’s child as a test of loyalty. The text moves to ideas of opportunity and spending one’s son, suggesting caution about ulterior motives and gendered expectations in relationships.
Struck 1 Rich Mine In Dr King’s New Life Pills Ad
W Bends of Coal City Als reports healing after 12 years of liver and kidney trouble with Dr King’s New Life Pills. The ad claims they cure constipation headaches dyspepsia debility and related ailments. 25c at Barber & Son.
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W. Bends
Coal City
Als
Dr. King
al Barber & Son
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