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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1909
Page
2
A garbled paste of editorials and political chatter touches Lawrence and Franklin County. Mentioned are Evelyn Thaw, Nick Longworth as Ohio governor candidate talks, and road improvements under new laws. Notes on disappearance fears and civic sentiment reflect a restless, uneven coverage.
Colonel Harris claims Rhode Island Senator Aldrich can shape men politically, though ten in the Senate resist unmaking. The piece blends politics with local notes from Lawrence about a proposed amusement park and cool lakeside nights, then quotes a religious lyric passage urging praise and trust in the Lord.
Church notices from North Lawrence and surrounding towns outline a golden anniversary observance for Kansas with suggestions for Topeka events. Leaders discuss state funding, exhibits, and regional celebrations as congregations invite members to attend services and a broad religious program across multiple churches.
Fort Scott Kans. comptroller Murray orders a double liability assessment on Hornaday Bank stockholders to raise revenue. The move follows a vast suit filed Saturday and targets directors and big defendants. Also notes catarrh cure claims, a Rudelph civil case, and a lawyers vs physicians volleyball game with lingering humor.
Washington reports President Taft may intervene in Raw state politics. The tariff bill controversy continues with rival opinions on its adequacy. A letter-writer warns of gun culture fears, while readers debate the Thaw case and political loyalties. Ottawa Herald voices cautions about Mr. Scott’s representativeness.
Ness City officials remove horse hitching posts in front of stores claiming it is unhealthy for horses and pedestrians. They label the state board of health as the most autocratic body on earth, contrasting it with Czar Nicholas’s constitutional restraint.
At the Airdome the Morey Stock Company presented the Whirk of Society to the season’s largest audience, praised for its engaging production and well balanced cast. The review highlights stylish costumes, strong performances, and standout specialties including a fine quartet, noting the company keeps the show continuous and entertaining.
B Reynolds born August 14 in Lawrence Kansas to Rev Charles and Mary Reynolds. He earned D D S from New York dental college in 1884 and practiced in Brooklyn three years before returning to Kansas. He married Miss Mabel Tilton in 1880 and opened a Lincoln office before moving to Topeka in 1896 where he has practiced since at 632 North Kansas Avenue. He belongs to the Kansas State Dental Association. Weather notes follow noting continued heat and a call for rain as crops show yellowing.
An advertisement extols Dr Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a immune aid against germs. It claims the remedy strengthens vital forces, purifies the blood, and improves digestion, touting 40 years of cures and transparency of ingredients. The copy urges readers to consult neighbors and emphasizes alcohol free composition.
Notice to Contractors dated August 14 1909 calls for sealed proposals to be received by the Commissioners of Douglas County Kansas at 12 noon on September 6 1909 for erection and completion of a 25 by 12 foot jail with concrete work and fencing. Specifications on file at County Clerk's office. Right to reject any or all bids reserved by order of the Board of County Commissioners WR Green County Clerk.
A short classified note seeks two white rats and housework assistance for C. V. Greene at 736 et. Home. A fourteen year old seeks delivery work or suitable employment and asks to contact Liane by phone 21 for arrangements.
Fall plowing and farm tasks aside, Hesters Jewelry Store offers repair services for all kinds of jewelry with satisfaction guaranteed. references to horse mules and other farm items appear as garbled text in the source.
Real estate transfer notice lists multiple warranty deeds dated July 12 1908. Describes property beginning at section corner with courses and bounds across T1 to S2 lines, includes names Robert Anton and family, Wend Schehrer, Lawrence and others and various parcels and owners referenced. Language is garbled with stray ad copy and oblique references to books and physicians.
Commissioner Warner warns on pension rules for wives of soldiers. The memo stresses proving prior marriages and deaths, requiring affidavits before notaries and potential delays for widows to secure benefits. The letter cites specific cases and urges comrade networks to gather credible testimony.
The text cites silver jewelry as stylish and notes materials like tests of silver and lapis with vaults and filigree work. It mentions glister pacers and steel but remains unclear and fragmentary about specific items, designers, or dates.
Fragmentary text mentions seamen and employer aid with unclear relationships. No clear event, date, or names can be identified to form a factual summary.
Train schedule shows Eastbound and Westbound services with numbered trains. Notable entries include Salina district local and Pacific Express, Denver Limited, Leavenworth branch connections, and motor cars. Arrivals at Leavenworth and departures for local and accommodation cars are listed with times around late morning to night. Some lines indicate daily except Sunday operation.
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