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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 21, 1912
Page
4
A survivor recounts Quantreel’s raid 19 years ago with vivid memories of neighbors, the running battle, and the escape to a river, island, and back home. The narrative notes the heat, rain, and community aid, including rooms for the sick, and ends with a survivor’s return to Maine after two years.
An old advertisement touts Foley Kidney Pills as a remedy for backache and kidney bladder issues. It claims the product provides strengthening tonic benefits and permanent cure after three doses, with a yellow package sold in two sizes and by Varher & Sou. Lawrenceville, Maine is referenced as a contact point.
Notice published in the Lawrence Daily Journal World announces the probate matter in Douglas County Kansas. It states A De 1h is appointed and qualified as administrator with will annexed of J E Nichols Tate estate. Also notice of next probate term September 4 1912 for an allowance of services and for final settlement and licensing of certain assets.
A Kansas district court granted a temporary order restraining Roosevelt electors from being certified for the November ballot. Attorneys for the Republican ticket challenge the petitions signed by supporters, alleging misapprehension and risk of disenfranchising Republicans. Proceedings continue, with a hearing to determine permanence set for September 2 before Judge Walter W Sanborn.
The sketch traces Iluzh A. Akine born February 1, 1870 in Lawrence Kansas. He lost his right arm in 1882 while learning a trade and pursued bookkeeping while continuing newspaper work. Akine rose from bookkeeper to manager of street sales and newsstand duties before joining the Citizen which became part of the Scripps McRae chain.
A Chicago woman from 1613 Dayton Street describes a skin trouble with red, irritated pimples that festered and burned for months. She credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment with soothing the itching and curing her condition after three applications.
Moores Hill Indiana resident reports their young daughter suffered burning itching rash on face under arms and hands. After using Cuticura Soap and Ointment the child improved quickly and became healthy. Signed Mrs Ligzio Roof January 27 1912. Postcard ad from Boston urges Cuticura Soap Shaving Stick 25c and free sample.
A rough kickoff dented the Short Gras Motorcycle expedition as rain cut crowds and washouts halted progress in Western Kansas. Zimmernin of Lindsboro led a small group from Garden City toward Oakley, facing engine failures at Smoky Hill Ford and a farmer’s aid to ferry machines through flooded sections. The group reached Oakley for dinner, then continued toward Wood Sturday with several mishaps including a dog incident. Prominent motorcycle press figures are listed among participants, highlighting a challenging start amid poor weather.
Moving pictures were made in Wichita in recent days by F Chartman under the Universal Film Company of New York City. The range includes a fire scene, Riverside Park, zoo area, Mie dock Avenue, the Avenue bridge, and portraits of landmarks such as the federal building, the Mentholatum building, College Hill, the stock yards, and several churches and schools.
Rev William Booth general and commander in chief of the Salvation Army died at 10 30 pm last night in England He was born in 1829 at Nottingham The end came after a long illness following a left eye operation His son Bramwell Booth and family were at his bedside The burial place and plans remain undecided with Westminster Abbey not assured A final note quoted him praising cures and medicine with a claim of the afterlife and religious devotion remains part of the report
William W. Knight, jailed for burglary, faces a broken engagement as Miss Peart Knight, daughter of Lavendre area farmer, refuses to visit or accept trinkets. Knight maintains remorse and hopes to marry after release, while Miss Knight insists the affair is over. Authorities plan to escort Knight to Lawrene Prison tonight.
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