14 Aug 1889
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1889
Page
1
A readible portion of the Lawrence directory lists various local business names and contact hints. It references several firms and services with unclear spellings, indicating a merchant catalog style page from a historical issue.
The Kansas Temperance Union gathered in Topeka yesterday for its ninth annual session. Delegates from multiple towns attended to discuss policy, reform efforts, and upcoming temperance campaigns across the state.
Kansas temperance meeting reports strong opposition to liquor repeal and argues that successful reform comes from broad public support. It praises prohibition as moral, condemns brewery interests, and notes political clashes over capital location in Bismarck and state constitutional debates in Montana. A separate Atlanta post office controversy centers on a negro clerk appointment and resulting resignations, with clarifications from Postmaster Clarkson.
Severe storm and flooding sweep Brown County with downed power lines, two fatalities, and three feet of water along Grand Island track. towns including Robinson and Hiawatha suffer extensive damage. A farmer near Bacton is killed by a bolt, while trains halt and communities brace for aftermath.
A flood of fragmented reports describes a massive blaze in Rock Island and surrounding districts, with claims of losses exceeding half a million dollars and widespread destruction to bridges, yards, and dwellings. Incendiary theories surface as investigators probe the cause amid a chaotic, evolving scene.
The Mississippi special reports a broad sentiment against prosecuting prize fighters. The grand jury discusses whether to refer the matter to the justice of the peace, while the judge issues reprimands. The panel debates procedure and possible transfers as court actions intensify. The piece notes a prominent suit in a United States circuit court and other local matters.
In Paris the senate court finds General Boulanger guilty of conspiracy after a lengthy procedure and votes to convict on all indictments. The report notes allied leaders and a joyously received German Austrian accord with shared aims for peace, while other items mention Emperors, receptions, political tension, and varied public notices.
The weather page notes forty four hour outlook beginning at 7 a.m. today August 14. Expect mostly unsettled weather with showers and stationary conditions. Local winds variable with a lower to mid range and possible central area activity.
Telegraphic news notes report Muldoon expecting Sullivan will be sent to prison for a year and lo Ged Shutah the constitutional matter on suffrage reform. European consultations on eye health for Senator Ev 2 spark attention. Western cement companies coordinate price talks as national mergers loom. Coroner’s jury blames engineer and crew for Rock Island wreck near Topeka. Cincinnati chamber eyes Harrison visit. Ballistote groups back Washington for World’s Fair. Fires in West Virginia and Texas news, plus governor Thayer’s wife ill in Massachusetts.
Markets by telegraph report varied prices across New York, Chicago, and St. Louis with grain and live stock futures showing strength in some sectors and weakness in others. Notable mentions include Kansas City cattle, western union pay notes, and a mixed market tone across wheats, corn, and dairy products amid August trading.
The notice sets a sheriff sale for the quarter township and section in Douglas County Kansas. It names S.D. Cubbertey and Edward Rapeell with Frank T. Chanatek and others as parties, and directs sale at the front door of the Court House in Lawrence on a Saturday in August at two in the afternoon.
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