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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 14, 1907

Page

2

The Journal of Lawrence Kansas 1907 Publication History and Rates

The Journal of Lawrence Kansas established 1857 as oldest paper in the territory. It absorbed the State Journal and Lawrence Tribune, publishes daily telegraphic AP and morning dispatches, with weekly eight page edition. Subscription rates listed, office contact and dates.

Journal Lawrence Republcan State Journal Herald of Freedom Lawrence Tribune Egel Lawrence Associated Press Dispatches Tea County Kan the Journal Dutalde Mase Afdresa Lawrence Daily Journal Douglas County Kansas Daniel W. Shaw

Tariff and lumber costs trigger debate on forests and prices

The piece argues high lumber prices stem from tariff protection and industrial plunder, calling for competition and a bounty on imports. It questions judiciary integrity and criticizes posturing in case handling while noting improvements in Western Union messenger work.

Tauber Western Union Messenger

Overhaul of Kansas judiciary linked to school committee plan

A Kansas reform proposal calls for a four member committee of county superintendents under E T Fairchild to review common school branches. The group includes W Wood, P Coddine, W Hail ion and J Stanley. They will meet to set rural school standards and plan conventions on August 23 and 20 to advance district education.

Kansas E. T. Fairchild Ovet Trutchinson Reno County J. Jd. Stanley Livea Lined Gaan Fairchild Topeka Barbone Vita Corse

A Good Man for Judge in the Seventh District

The Journal urges Gov to appoint P C Young of Wredasia as judge for the seventh judicial district. It praises Young as a strong candidate with legislative judiciary committee experience and a record of integrity and learning, comparing the choice to Justice Benson’s Supreme Court appointment.

AM Cearse Oatstler Brillwell Snes Young Jade Dhew. Hoel Jodge Benson Supreme Bench Govoch

The Texas Wonder Kidney Cure Advertisement

A column advertisement promotes The Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles. It claims cures and offers a two month mail treatment for 1 with testimonials available on request from EW Hall 2926 Olive Street St Louis MO.

Texas Wonder R. EW. Hall Olive Street St. Louis

North Side Dirt Prompts Council Watchman Critique

A local editorial urges council member Watchin to back North Side improvements arguing neglect harms the area. The piece credits Mr Hatelin for pressing street repairs and predicts continued pressure will yield results. An ad from A E Davis of Sulphur Springs endorses Dean’s Regulats for bowel regularity.

Watchin Hatelin Journal

State book distribution expands as Kansas stores relief demand

Kea Bank Company delivers forty carloads of new school books to Kansas aim to meet statewide demand under the text book changes. Kansas Book Company official I L Shir manonger notes ample supplies with thirty cars received and more on the way, while State Superintendent Fairchild reports strong public demand for the new editions.

Kea Bank Company Comaissiers Dt Wats Gonutraet de Sua Kansas Book Company I. L. Shirmanonger State Superintendent of Public Instruction Fairchild Topeka Ers

Old Man Ponders Why Women Deny Engagement Rumors

In a reflection on social gossip an elderly man asks why women rarely deny engagement rumors. He suggests men often deny, while women may refrain due to vanity or a belief that time proves rumors wrong. He cites unworthy suitors and wonders about motives behind female silence.

Auta

Fragmented OCR Weather Snippet With Garbled Text

Fragmented readable phrases suggest a historical weather note or diary entry. It mentions rain and pace at a place, with unclear names and numbers. The text is heavily corrupted, hindering reliable extraction of individuals or events.

A New Brotherhood Shrouded in Mystery and Scandal

A fragmented account describes a secretive organization with executive committees, pledges of loyalty, and possible hazy ties to a man known as the Hitmen. The piece hints at initiation rituals and the admission of new members while noting social pressures and potential exploitation within a troubled brotherhood.

Leceme Rex Sociesa and Depositiang

Fragmented OCR Inspired Item With Ambiguous Text

A poorly legible OCR fragment mentions unclear names and terms such as Feel Isnguid and Tehwad Ditters with scattered phrases about liver, incense, purification, and a vague gesture toward some management concept. The passage lacks coherent context or verifiable facts.

Mystery of a Wrong My Pike Tale Unveils Confused Report

A garbled OCR passage describes a confusing event with references to My. Pike and various names. The fragment mentions a death or injury and a person named Wat Hlase or Waters, with uncertain location and outcome. The text also includes mentions of home, territory, and a manager associated with stories. The result is an unclear historic item needing clarification.

Local Notices and Advertisements 1907 Lawrence KS

Various small ads and notices including paint shop details Kennedy and Ernst, June B. Shane studio, Lawrence transfer Co packing services, plumber ad, upholsterer J Keilman, carpet cleaning, ranch and rig ads, and a probate notice appointing Frank A. Anderson administratrix. Proposals for sidewalks and Union Pacific timetable items follow.

Pests clash in odd scare as chiggers and flies contend

The item notes a comic battle between houseflies and chiggers, claiming chiggers may feed on flies reducing human danger. It records a fly found with two chiggers under a microscope and suggests pests could deter human bites if chiggers migrate to flies. Local notices include a W C T U convention in Douglas County at United Presbyterian church on August 15 1907 opened 9 am with Mrs Jennis Money as co president and county reports.

Post Office Walt McNicel Walt W. Uv Douglas County United Presbyterian Church Jennis Money Baldwin ‘‘Co

Wanted Classified Notices From Journal Ads

A cluttered page lists multiple want ads: job seekers, bookkeeping, housekeeper, farm help, dairy and garden suppliers, bicycles, dining staff, grain buyers, real estate, and a Vermont street home for sale. Names include Mrs Luther and FRANK GEE with contact details and locations in Lawrence Kansas.

Auctioneer Seeks Open Dates at Local Lumber Yard

Classified items list farm and city loans, real estate, and sales notices. Found key at post office lobby. mobile auto for sale. dairy cattle and buggy gear offered. local property tax list available for purchase. numerous real estate and household goods for sale.

Post Office Journal Office

For Rent New ten room modern house near university

For rent a ten room modern house at $45 per month, suitable for student rooming, offered by Rares Investment Co. Also notices: taken up a bay horse with three white feet and star, I M Walters. lost silk umbrella with monogram between Union Pacific Depot and Vermont Street, return to Journal office for reward.

Rares Investment Co I. M. Walters B.B Telephone Union Pfcific Depot Vermont Street Journal Office

Gillham keeps 38 years in shoeing trade at Vermont street

J. H. Gillham, a veteran horse shoer with 38 years of experience, continues to operate at 716 Vermont Street. He offers fitting for all kinds of feet and guarantees his work. Have your shoeing done right.

J. H. Gillham Vermont Street

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