Lawrence Journal origins and patriotic reflections in 1909
The Lawrence Journal lineage traces back to absorbing the States Journal and Herald of Freedom, becoming the leading paper in the territory. A 1909 column riffs on patriotism, public virtue, and national identity, referencing figures like Theodore Roosevelt and Longworth, and noting local anecdotes about labor and liberty.
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JOURN
Btats
Herald -of- Freedom
Lawrence Tribune
Lawrence
Us Daily
Associated Press
Morning Dispatches
Journal
the Journal
Kansas
Freedout
Ottawa
Piles cure urged with internal treatment and remedies
An advertisement urges internal treatment for piles naming Dr Leonhardt's Hem luid, with a 98 percent cure rate in 24 days and a dollar price. It promotes Foley's Kidney Remedy for overall health and mentions Rockefeller meeting a socialist and census politics. It also notes need for county engineers and road work in Douglas County.
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Leonhardt
Dick Bros. Lawrence
Dr. Leonhardt Co
Biialo
N.Y
Foley's Chase
America
Bright
Foley
O. P. Barber & Son
Sage for darkening the hair and moral tavern tales
A collage of notes and ad copy. The piece discusses heat related crime, a resignation of a dramatic critic, political election debates, insurance rate hikes, and an advertisement for Allen's Foot-Ease followed by Sage for darkening the hair using Wyeth's Sage and Sulphur. It blends social commentary with product pitches and advice.
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Allen
Allen 5
Olmstead, le Roy, N. T
Wyeth
Wyeth Chemical Company
Cortlandt” Sty
New York
Lawrence
McMullen Freed after murder charge dropped in Kansas
Emproia Kansas Aug 19 W 1 McSullen of Neosho Rapids was exonerated and the murder charge against his wife dismissed after medical testimony. The court ended the case when experts argued the morphine dose and death resulted from a constitutional disease rather to murder. The defendant was freed and supporters applauded.
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Fuller
Emporia
Kan
McSullen
Neosho Rapids
Ener Dryer
Ale Hawkes
Dros. B. Rester
Notable Civil and Probate Notices Appearing in 1909 Ledger
A long fragmentary page includes a 1909 notice of appointment for the estate of William Irrnch in Doughlas County Kansas, signed by Will J. Coleman as guardian. The text also promotes Dr. Shoop’s Restorative with unnamed distributors and local ads for medicines, furniture, buggy repairs, and street goods, reflecting a mixed legal and commercial column in a Lawrence daily.
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Lawrence Paily
Weather Myths and Corn Crops Mentioned in Heat Talk
Chief notes report a spell of hot weather breaking with cooler air forecast soon. Prof Miller from the agricultural college comments eastern corn is stunted. Druchtenodt predicts crop maturation with cooler days. Western areas show minor corn due to drought and persistent cold snaps. eastern fields show ripening delays.
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Miller
Uer Agricultural College
Beating Incident Turns Domestic Dispute Into Custody Case
A reported domestic row ended with the husband allegedly assaulting his wife at their home. Police were called after the woman received injuries and tears were shed. Officers noted the dispute, and custody issues were raised as part of the incident.
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South Pea
Iwania Street
Aeadanes
OS Geers Paves
Thani
Bud Sinek
Bev
Outing Season Closed for Miss Crittenden’s Kansas City Visit
Miss Crittenden escorted her charges to Kansas City for an outing season closure. The event drew visitors and a final decision looms on whether the Vroomieny farm sale proceeds as planned, with community members weighing potential outcomes.
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Miss Crittenden
Kansas City
Caver
Teedusiel
Real Estate Transfers and Notice of Tax Title Deed
Fragmented listing shows real estate transfers and a tax title deed notice from a county clerk. Mentions married couples, property parcels, Lawrence and Lane areas, and a pending deed transfer with legal terms. The readable items imply a formal recording of title changes and tax lien actions without clear dates or full names.
Tent Meetings Conclude At Local Church
The Gospel Tent Meetings at Second Christian Church on Lee and New York streets closed last night. Though no dramatic results were seen, seeds were planted and sermons by TF Anders are expected to yield future value. Also advertised are patent remedies including Hall's Texas Wonder and Dr Shoup's Pink Pain Tablets with testimonials and contact details.
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Lawrence
Dean
Grint
Tennessee Street
Lawr Kans
Dick Brose Ruit
Merant
Foster-Millain Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Wennersbier
Second Christian Church
Evener Lee
TF. Anders
Shoup
Dyspepsia Remedy Promises Quick Relief
A vintage advertisement extols Kodol as a cure for indigestion and dyspepsia. It claims the product digests all foods, rests the stomach, and prevents sour belching heartburn and bloating, urging prompt use for best results.
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P. Barb
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Longworth
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Cleveland
John D. Rockefeller
John D
Latman
Taft
Metiuselah
Bouglas County
Hall
Eaith
Pat Henry & & CO
Toledo
William Winter
New York Tribune
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Ronourtitus
Sage
McMullen
Bate
Amy Low
Torper
Hypocris
Dragui
Sloop
Oly Barber
Ian
Eran
Board of County Commissioners of
Douglas County
Smith Dudsworth
Buck
Mier
Lester
Kevin Diab
Tith
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Thorpe
Vaca Wilwat
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Seigie Bridge
King C. Werk
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Lescher
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JE. Shiels
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Guitafson
Bester
Tulker Biliard Hall
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Lanner Seellog
Persen
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Texas Wonder
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Olive St
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Barber & Son
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Canada
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