Lawrence Journal 1908 Christmas Notes and Local Gleanings
The Lawrence Journal from December 5, 1908 reflects a mix of editorials and social notes. It rails at robbery of heirlooms for children, criticizes a controversial minister, and lampoons political figures like J. D. Botkin. It mentions Senator W. M. Glenn’s districting plan, Pauline Morton’s quip on money, and Herman Ridder’s circulars. It notes Baldwin’s waterworks bonds, the mystery of 125 sheep, and updates on local paper leadership and county issues.
City Voices Dismiss Carnegie Rockefeller Charity Critique
The speaker denounces charity as patronizing and calls for inquiry into urban poverty and living conditions. He argues wealth from Carnegie and Rockefeller lacks real connection to the people, urging action to address city life and rural opportunities.
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Carnegie
Rockefeller
Dean's Kidney Pills Promised Cure Reported in Lawrence
Lawrence readers hear testimonials from Grant and others praising Dean's Kidney Pills for back and kidney troubles. The ad highlights longevity of benefit since 1905 and lists price and agents, urging caution against other products. Also promotes Dr Shoop Cough Remedy and Foley's Honey and Tar for asthma, with local seller endorsements.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Dean
Grant
Tennessee Street
Kans
Dick Bros
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Story Tellers' Night At Opera House A Charity Event
Tonight at the Opera House a Story Tellers' Night hosted by Laowrenge’s three daily papers raises funds for charity. Tickets are 25 cents for parquet and 15 cents for balcony with Harry Kemp and Gertrude Messler on the program. No free list. the house should be crowded and all proceeds go to charity. The Presbyterian Brotherhood banquet honored Dr. John B. Koehne as he delivers lectures. Toasts by Prof. Bailey and others followed.
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Associated Charities
Opera House
Laowrenge
Harry Kemp
Gertrude Messler
Presbyterian Brotherhood
John B. Koehne
Elurch
Bailey
Kodine
Dr. Cochrane
Mr. Jarvis
H. H Holmes
Wow, Bolt
Brady
Real Estate Deals and Water Cure Ads in Local Paper
Real estate transfers include W. J. Corkill to C. W. Wincinger for 41 200.00 and parcels in Lawrence area. Other deeds: Mary E Tornadea to Gi. G. Richardson for 1,000. Christing M. Kinzie to Martin Hertzog for 200. Babcock’s Enlarged addition. The issue also carries medical ads touting Foley’s Honey and Tar, King’s New Life Pills, and a home remedy for rheumatism urging water intake and a dandelion Kaygon mix with sarsaparilla.
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Corkill
Baldwin
C. W. Wincinger
Mary E. Tornadea
Lawrence
Gi. G. Richardson
Jalso
North Lawrence
Christing M. Kinzie
Lone Star
Martin Hertz
Salvation of the Jew in Dr Koehne's sermon at Presbyterian Church
Dr John B Koehne opened a three part series on Christianity by tracing its roots in Judaism. He argued Ten Commandments underpin modern civic righteousness and praised Isaiah as a great statesman forecasting political reform. He contrasted Abrahams integrity with bribe accepting gifts and lauded Jobs higher ideal over Shakespeare in Hamlet.
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John B. Koehne
Presbyterian Church
Jew’s Definition of Religion. Dr. Koehne
Isaiah
Wall Street
Egypt
Abraham
Koehne
Job
Shakespeare
Hamlet
Dr Shoop Health Coffee Coupon Offer and Piles Remedy
An old advertisement touts Dr Shoop Health Coffee at 25 cents with a Coincoupon for a 25 cent No-Drip Coffee Strainer. It also promotes PAZO Pile Ointment promising cure in 6 to 14 days or money back. The copy notes women look good thanks to their dressmaker and remarks on thieves showing more discretion than honest men.
Public baths require dental checks for gym attendees
The city of Boston mandates physical examinations for all women, children, boys and girls joining gymnasium classes. Dr William R Woodbury reports the past year saw common defects as decayed teeth, round shoulders and swollen tonsils with over 80 percent of applicants having dirty mouths. He notes better mouth care reduces sickness.
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Boston
William R. Woodbury
Lawrence Considers Dual Street Railway Franchises
City records reveal talks on granting two street railway franchises to Laming and Sutton interests in Lawrence. The council read first ordinances, referred petitions, and heard reports showing fines and expenses. interurban plans may bring rail lines from Lawrence toward Kansas City and Topeka, with promoters asserting rapid action and a strong local system backing the project.
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Lawrence
Sutton
Barker
Sntros
Lamingy
Eoin
Bock
Kansas City
Topeka
Kansas
Counetlmen Bond
Cox
Hazen
Hults
Chas Metcalf
Connecticut
Adams
J. O. Smith
Penu
New Jersey
Foster
Louisiana
A. J. Mahounda
Vermont Street
Ighers and Measurers
Wade
Ss. I. Carmean
Mental Faculty System for Focused Thought
A harsh lecture outlines how to marshal the mental faculties through order and method. It argues the mind acts under law and needs a leader to enforce discipline. Strong, positive thought grips the listener, while negative thinking weakens effort.
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Success Magazine
Log Line Confusion Officership on Coastwise Steamship
Passengers on the sea voyage quiz officers and a purser about shipboard jargon. A lady claims maritime expertise and explains the log line method for judging distance from land, noting how the line paid out indicates how far they are from shore. The tale ends with one passenger thanking the expert for a clearer understanding.
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Mnea
Hner
Remedy for Choking by Raising Left Arm
A physician advises raising the left arm high to relieve choking faster than back slaps. He notes children often choke while eating at home, school, or play. calm instruction to raise the arm normally frees the obstruction quickly and prevents alarm.
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S Phisician
Letter Opener Dispute at Meekly Residence
An agent presents a new letter opener to Mr. Meekly, who replies he already owns the best and that his has served two years, suggesting no improvement can beat it. The exchange ends with a wry remark about a forthcoming wedding anniversary next month.
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Geo. W. Jones
Linn County Republic
J. H. Madden
The
Republic
Mr. Meekly
Mamma Teaches Johnny Manners At Morning Washup
A fragment shows a mother scolding Johnny to wash his face hands and neck while he protests he is not an angel. The exchange captures a domestic scene of early morning chores and parental instruction.
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Johnny
No Cause for Alarm at Mass Street Clothing Heist
A limy accident frightened a wife as workers carried a man hurt but alive from the threshold. An automobile ran to one ride of street in front of Jones Meat Market on Mass Street halted the vehicle. A load of clothing was removed to the second floor to be cleaned and pressed at O K Pantatorium Bell.
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Ohio Street
Steele
Jas Fitzpatrick
Bob. Crew
Geo Sorman
L. S. Steele
Mr. Laming
K. C
Jones
Mass
O. K. Pantatorium
Bell
Bandanna Land at Bowersuck Opera House presents Williams and Walker
Amusement notice reviews Bandanna Land a Colored entertainment by Williams and Walker and a company of eighty performers for Wednesday December 9 at Bowersuck Opera House. The piece is praised as well staged with original music and a strong future role for Black performers. Prices range from 10 to 1.59 dollars. The article also discusses letters of introduction and artistry in expressing oneself via drama.
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Williams
Walker
Bowersuck Opera House
Salem
Ueumes
Williams and Walker
Ux Wits
Cent
Mona
Ron
N.es
York City
Caristras
Morris
Co. J. Eriksen
Mass. St
How the Cow Helped Australia in Drought
Australian agriculturist editor R J Guthrie credits cows with reviving farmers after the 1902 drought. He notes dairy cattle provide milk and meat, supporting livelihoods while butter and beef are valued nationally.
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Australia
R. J. Guthrie
Sydney Mall
Auralia
Train Safety Confusion on Chivasy Southern Rail
An unclear transcript shows Sam the porter describing block systems and delays on the Chivasy Southern line. The dialogue mentions hay loads, a cow, and multiple blocks as the train progresses, suggesting disruptions and concerns about safety.
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Ghandati Southern Railroad
Sam
Woman’s wish for status outshines reality in wealth talk
A cheeky view on social pretensions notes a woman craving to proclaim a butler’s value and money’s gleam. It humorously suggests genuine justice may be scarce for those with few gowns or status.
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Chappain
Boni
Perina
J. D. Botkin
W. M. Glenn
Douglas
Johnson
Jefferson County
Paul Morton
Herman. Ridder
Democratic
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Aliie James
Willion
Great Britain
Douglas County
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C. P. Barber & Son
Foley
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West Third St
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Rednar
Rayo
Ingredo Guaran
Statmidard Oil Company
Entertainment Tonight
O. P. Barber & Son
Eve
Adsman
Jennous
J. P. Barber & Son
Dr. King
Barber & Son's Drug Store
Council
Lanigig ‘Aaks
Marshall
Pinckney
3Rd Street
Cornei
June Pee Lela Te
Rene
Buch Syaup
Walling’s
Loti
Fischer Paictientars
Ealaa
Aidyess
Leroy N. Walling
Real Estate Exchange
St. Beth
Lawrence, Kans
National Bank
State Bank
W._ BROMELLICK
Sweeney View
Yubbs
J. Hilkey
W. R Stubbs
W. &. Spalding
George Wwnex
Butcher N. Lewis
Mromessie YJ. Sweeney
Jacob Budaky
kw.Hikes
J. E. Stubba
Merchants Nation
Lawrence, Kansas
A. Monroe
M.N G. Grovenor
W. F. March
M. Bey
Towmark
A Marka
M G. Mantey
Eben Baldwin
R. Cashier
A. Wood
Anat
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Saidy Bros
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Babily
LaFayette
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Outine
Sterling
A. Marks, Jeweler
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