The Journal of Lawrence Kansas Era and Reach
The Journal, Lawrence Kansas, claims to be the oldest paper in the territory with daily and weekly editions. It notes its telegraphic coverage from the Associated Press and daily evening publication except Sundays, plus a Saturday weekly edition. Subscription rates list one week ten cents, yearly in advance, and out of county rates.
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Canum presidential hoom voices tariff relief demand
The article portrays Het geher as guest of favor amid calls for change. It argues the next president must reject pat stance and enact tariff reductions to curb rising prices and improve an unhealthy economy nearing grant.
Shooting Star Doubt Sparks Debate Over Fair Plans
In Douglas County a heated talk follows a misread claim about a stationary shooting star. The piece laments fair prospects, praises local figures, and urges citizens to support a big Douglas County Fair as Lawrence eyes street and civic reforms amid legal and political tensions.
Kauss rant on reform school and fatherly duty
The piece condemns a father for threatening to place his daughter in a reform school and argues a father should support his daughter against the world. It links badness to heredity and critiques using public policy to tackle trusts, suggesting indictments of Rockefellers and filing grand jury steps to punish the oil trust.
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Suefi Atheest
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Coal’ Oil Trust
Irresistible Call for Square Deal Punishments
The passage argues that individuals who commit illegal acts should be punished directly by immediate incarceration. It contends crowds will resist collective punishment and that punishing the head of a crime-creating trust will drive the square deal toward adoption, though only after the offender is jailed.
The Power of Steam and Hair Loss Cure Mystery
A historic note links James Watt’s steam insight to modern research revealing a tiny germ blamed for dandruff and hair loss. Newbro's Herpicide claims to destroy the germ and restore hair, with samples offered by The Herplide Co in Detroit and Woodward & Co as sole agents.
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James Watt
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Woodward & Co
Counterfeit Money Appears in Lawrence Circulation
Report describes a counterfeit five dollar bill found in Lawrence. It matches common imitations with glued two-ply paper, slick texture, no fiber, and a centered engraving resembling genuine currency. Phrases like Shae of Georgia and The Mere ark are noted, with two S marks and ONS in corners.
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The Texas Wonder Cure Ad From 19th Century Paper
An old advertisement touts The Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles. It claims universal sale through druggists or mail order two month treatment for one dollar from E W Hall 2926 Olive Street St Louis MO with requests for testimonials.
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Texas Wonder
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
Louis, Mo
Burning the Letters in the Howard Courant Tale
Tom Thompson recalls burning a huge pile of twenty year old letters from governors senators congressmen and other politicians. He saved a few for autographs or meaningful content then destroyed the rest as wasteful promises and empty lies. The piece notes some politicians were forthright while others avoided clear commitments.
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Tom Thompson
Howard Courant
United States
Congress
The Music Treatment and Its Puzzling Rules
An editor urges a music based cure for physical ailments and lists a proposed Collator key and suggested compositions. He questions which works fit specific conditions like appendicitis and feverish, providing speculative examples while advocating Dr. Larsen to publish a comprehensive guide for public use.
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Passing of the Man Teacher in Kansas Schools
An essay laments the decline of male teachers and the rise of women in classrooms. It argues experience and steadiness matter more than gender, urges keeping some male teachers in rural districts, and notes educator institutes drawing large attendance this summer. The piece cites Kansas as a backdrop with concern over student outcomes when male instruction wanes.
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New Outlook writing system chosen for Kansas schools
A reform in penmanship replaces the vertical and Spencerian scripts with the Outlook system. State and local officials prepare to introduce the slanted writing across Kansas as book sellers move to clear outdated copies. The new method, favored by business and educators, uses a firm uniform line with a 221 degree slant to balance speed and legibility.
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Kansas
Text-Book Commission
Luther
Romning Autuma
Wianess Wien
Jooks
Wanted column notice for general housework duties
WANTED a girl for general housework. Middle aged preferred and red hair favored. References required. Phone 659 Bell. Address Mrs. McClurg Ewart 2901 Hamp St. WANTED by Sept 1 an experienced girl for general housework. Phone 659 Bell. Mrs F L Peaks 1326 Haskell Avenue.
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Haskell Avenue
Wanted help ads and notices from the Lawrence Journal
Classified spots request workers and services from cashiers and housekeepers to farm help and deliveries. The page also includes a kidney cure testimonial and an estate notice naming Frank A. Anderson as administrator for Daniel W. Shaw, with publication date of July 26, 1907.
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Lawrence Daily Journal
Douglas County
Kansas
Daniel W. Shaw
Frank A. Anderson
For Sale Class of miscellaneous items in city listings
For Sale notices include an automobile Jersey cow and inquiries to local residents. A new eight room house is offered at a bargain. Hardware and farm equipment, typewriters, household goods, and furniture are advertised with contact names and street addresses. Also listed are a creamery building bid notice and rental housing near the university plus taken up horse and lost umbrella notices.
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Gi. W. Watt
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Breck Anda Special Notice for Travelers This Summer
The Journal offers a special notice to readers leaving town for the summer. It mentions travel, changes, and an address field for correspondence. The message emphasizes practical details for readers planning trips and staying connected while away.
Found in lobby of post office key
A key found in the post office lobby Sunday night is offered for return. Owner may claim it by calling the Journal office and paying for this advertisement. Also an offer to loan money at good interest is printed with a contact at 928 Alabama Street.
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Post Office
Journal Office
Alabama Street
Douglas County personal property tax list for sale
The Journal offers a neatly arranged list of Douglas County personal property tax payers living outside Lawrence. Edition is limited and for sale at the office for 50 cents, with no reprints.
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Douglas County
Lawrence
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