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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 16, 1902
Page
2
The column presents a mosaic of 19th century Kansas angles including political infighting, graft accusations, and editorial opinions. It references Lawrence and Topeka figures, national diplomacy with England and Venezuela, and debates on roads, coal, and food adulteration experiments. The tone is broadsheet commentary with scattered name checks and local quarrels.
A long column voices mixed opinions on President Roosevelt and Indians, pension policy, and local officials. It notes Kansas legislature seats in dispute, paving in Keosas, and critiques Topeka reporting, with references to Canada weather, Colombia Nicaragua tensions, and repeated state house completion forecasts.
Fragmented OCR note describes a medical balm claim from Shantz Rahway New Jersey and a Dover New Brunswick testimonial, plus a chaotic report of a crowd collapse and Kansas snow coverage. It mentions Topeka and winter wheat conditions with disrupted text and weather notes.
A letter warns that many cough medicines contain opiates and may cause constipation especially in children. It claims Foley's Honey and Tar has no opiates, is safe and effective for coughs colds sore throat and chest troubles, and has long been a household favorite.
Washington report describes Senate discussion on a militia efficiency bill and the omnibus statehood measure, with Proctor, Pettus, and Dillingham key figures. It notes a proposed station site near Welstgate and Massachusetts avenues, the cost shares for Pennsylvania Railroad and Baltimore & Ohio, and related budget items including a quarantine and pensions.
Reports from Erwin Miss and nearby areas describe a mob attack and lynching linked to a local murder case. The event prompted officials to distribute relief provisions while investigations and public reactions unfold amid violent unrest and references to broader national tensions.
In St Lenig Judge Moore refused to halt fugitive William St Draper from arrest warrants issued in Wichita Kansas. Draper faced charges from the North American case and was not ordered held. Aiden, Draper’s new partner, appeared for the defense as proceedings continued with the judge’s comments on extradition and related matters.
Fragmented OCR describes a roundhouse accident and appeals for workmen. It mentions a petition in a hostile act, legal references, and court actions. The text also lists a sale of safe houses, a barber named W. R. Williams seeking an industrious man, and various for sale notices including a Jersey cow and a small barn for sale near 744 Arkansas Street.
Reports from Dawson indicate a band of Indians has taken the warpath between the Little Salmon and Petty rivers near the new government trail. A store was looted, a keeper killed, and another fatally wounded. Squaws and children are being sent toward Taualus for police protection as Major Cuthbert mobilizes troops. Concurrently Denver contests emerge against Cherry Republican electees as political tension rises.
How to prevent croup is explained for mothers of small children. A hoarse throat or rough cough signals an attack. giving Chamberlains Cough Remedy promptly is said to dispel symptoms and avoid danger and anxiety. The remedy is promoted as pleasant and safe with wide use among mothers. Also notes a political contest in Missouri and a proposed railway line in Oklahoma with dates and locations.
Readers are informed that Hall's Catarrh Cure claims a universal cure for catarrh, a constitutional disease. The ad asserts the remedy works by internal action on the blood and mucous membranes, offering $100 if it fails to cure any case. Proponents urge testing with a sample pack, addressed to F. S. Cheney & Co. in Toledo, with Hall's Family Pills marketed as the best companion.
Fragmented OCR reads as a dispute involving mine workers and the Arbitration Commission. It references Virginia and West Germany era language, with muted mentions of hearings, witnesses, and a protracted process. The legible portions suggest negotiations, testimony, and potential rulings or continuances, though many words are garbled. The piece lacks clear outcomes or named parties due to severe transcription errors.
A fractured OCR reads like stray phrases about dental care, beverages, and household tips mixed with garbled names and scattered ad copy. It mentions purgatives, Chamberlain's tablets, and Foley's Kidney Cure, plus notes on accidents and a financial claim of a thousand dollars. The overall piece resembles a mishmash of adverts, medical claims, and stray commentary with no cohesive narrative.
The Associated Press reports charges that Venezuela may blockade its coast and seek arbitration while the United States considers responses. Washington debates next steps as tensions rise over foreign policy and naval actions near the Orinoco.
Fragmented OCR text recounts a court martial case and a revolver incident in Web City. It mentions Henry and a revolver firing toward a crowd, with no injuries reported. The jumbled source imitates a late era crime page, but the core event centers on a military tribunal, suspect names, and a tense public disturbance.
Busy transcript fragment shows a university chancellor discussion with references to sports, votes, and administrative actors. The text weaves names such as Stevens and Ward, mentions a vote, and includes scattered phrases about meetings and deadlines, but the full sense remains unclear due to damaged OCR.
Washington December 16 House judiciary committee held a run hearing on proposed amendments to manipulate the date of the inauguration. Representative Parker of New Jersey, who oversees a probe, urged an alignment of the pendency and start timing for the event amid ongoing inquiries.
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