08 Dec 1881
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 08, 1881
Page
1
Old town column reports a mix of local events, livestock, and commerce. It notes numerous household shipments, farm yields, and market activity in the region, including cattle and potatoes. The piece mentions services by pastors, road surveys, and town meetings along with ads for tonics and clothing.
Reading through the Scranton notes, a stream of progress and plans unfolds. New street improvements promise a modernized route from Mount carbon to the Southwestern line, with the Lawrence Street grade nearing completion and the Burling Bus bank block rising rapidly. The Bushgane Savings Bank and other firms will occupy the upcoming brick block, heat and cornice work advance, and occupancy expected by January 1882. The piece also notes local commerce growth with multiple mercantile firms, several butcher shops, and evolving storefronts behind painted windows. A Color Guard theater event in Liberty Hall showcases an all colored cast except one, with proceeds aiding charity. Community figures and visitors drop by, while local businesses promote goods at Leis' and plan a banquet at the university observance.
The Criminal Court in Freeport packed today as prosecutors rebutted the defense theory of insanity in the Guiteau case. Witnesses, including doctors and townsfolk, testified to family harmony and sanity, while Guiteau pressed his political defenses and personal favor for Arthur's testimony. The trial featured heated exchanges, autograph requests, and cross examinations revealing mixed views of the Guiteau family.
The Forty Seventh Congress Senate session in Washington DC on December 7 notes a joint committee formed to prepare a memorial for President Garfield. It records many private bills, a note on Morrill tariff relations, and an adjournment. Also appears are irrelevant ad-like passages about products and hair care.
The New York money market reports 6 percent per annum, closing at 6.0. Mercantile paper remains scarce with prices around 4.00% for best offerings.
Kansas City market report shows weak wheat demand with mixed cash and future bids. Receipts total 1 805 bushels and 34 carloads were sold as prices fluctuated and bids varied for No 2 and No 4 cash and January February futures.
The Kansas City market report covers cattle hogs and sheep with receipts and price ranges, noting dull trading for cattle, steady hogs with good demand, and mixed sheep demand. Regional notes include flour, whiskey, barley, lead, and letters list, reflecting a bustling midwestern trade atmosphere.
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