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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 16, 1912
Page
4
The piece reports Topeka delegates debating the populist national convention platform, with a focus on pension agency abolishment and veteran pay. It notes support for Republican candidates, mentions a Pleasanton meeting, and references reactions to the pension move and clerical inconvenience.
The Lawrence Daily Journal-World reports J. Brady of Johnson County receiving strong support from Shawnee Republicans and the Progressive Republicans as a proposed congressman, with Lawrence voters expected to back him in November. The same issue notes a city council resolution to widen and pave Winthrop Street to fifty feet, including brick paving and concrete base, funded per standard practice.
Two new men join the extension department of the agricultural college at Manhattan. Jolinson Titshind, of University of Minnesota, will become superintendent of institutes, bringing extensive experience in plant industry. He will lead university farm and institute work, studying best methods across states.
August 16 1875 items report L Greenhicks closing in New York at standard cents on the dollar and Wein 10 6 on the dollar below gold. County Pioneer association stockholders meet at Court House to adopt a charter under the name The Kaw Valley Association with Willig Rue of Viniai as president. Listing officials include Geirith Lawrence and others. Kansas news and merchants' exchanges appear in hurried notes.
A Walt Mason verse from 1913 satirizes political campaigning and noisy reform efforts. It contrasts loud campaign rhetoric with useful work, urging readers to focus on real improvement rather than spectacle as laborers seek better conditions and fewer taxes.
Health guidance warns mothers to monitor infants for constipation and diarrhoea during hot months. It promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a gentle, non narcotic remedy, claiming it clears bowel issues without griping. Free trial offered by Dr W B Caldwell of Monticello Illinois.
Historical notes describe how farmers in Kiowa and Finney counties attempt to curb grasshopper infestations. May weather and rains influence hopper prevalence while experiments promote Paris Green based mixtures with bran and additives to lure and kill hoppers, spraying fields to prevent grain burning.
An era text from a local shop announces tuning and repair offerings by W. Bell Bros and associates. It highlights long service, entrusted finish, and a complete repair shop ready to handle work with careful attention. Located at 301 Miss. St. with a phone number 2160.
New York August hearings delayed as a representative jury in the Rosenthal murder case considers indictments. Lieutenant Becker among the accused, with Sam Schepps expected as a key witness from Hot Springs. District Attorney Whitman signals possible further indictments and a reward offer of 5000 for capture of two fugitives, while financing remains uncertain.
Washington announces sale of 1 500 000 acres of Indian land in Utah and Montana at public auction with separate sales in Wyoming. Bids start at minimum rates from 30 cents to 1 1 2 dollars per acre. Entries invited for tracts of 640 acres with seating of families and children’s dresses from Wolf’s Book Store and local loan firms advertised.
Mrs. Martin, wife of Ma Martin a Ro k Island employee, sues in district court alleging her husband gave an engagement ring to another woman and deceived her. She seeks restoration of property and division of assets, claiming humiliation and hardship.
In Aurora, Lee Barleen, a young boy aged about two, died after gasoline in a jug exploded near his Lande home while his parents washed clothes. The tragedy occurred Saturday evening as neighbors and Rev. Frank Smith organized services at White School. The incident followed a mix of care and urgent attempts to aid the boy before his death.
Disjointed OCR text outlines a New York tale of a wife seeking divorce after a 55 week marriage in a distant home near Barleen, with references to Mr and Mrs Barleen, proximity seven miles southwest, and a lawyerly, restrained tone amid fragmented details about finances and social expectations. The snippet hints at marital strain and public interest in Staten Island proceedings.
Fragmented OCR text shows an Ottawa warning about a traction issue and a superintendent statement. The piece references patrons, supply concerns, and possible service disruption with unclear details and garbled quotes. It hints at a public advisory urging consumers to secure supplies and prepare for potential outages due to a crisis response.
A cryptic notice warns of impending shortages as suppliers brace for a cold period. The message urges caution and readiness, suggesting that resources may be scarce and prompt action could avert disruption.
A man died after a soda fountain exploded inside a store. He was severely injured outside the shop when glass struck him as he attempted to drink water from a garden tank. An artery was severed and a nearby officer applied a tourniquet to halt the bleeding. The victim, a 35 year old, expired despite medical efforts.
The article recounts Diamond Jim Brady aiding Sam with a hospital transfer after a long illness. It notes his gratitude for restoration of appetite and lists a simple meal provided at the hospital. Brady of New York is mentioned in connection with the episode.
Bloomington Indiana man Lor the Smith died after his head became caught between iron bed bars while asleep. Police report indicates accidental strangulation as he became wedged in the frame. matter under investigation with local authorities reviewing the case.
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