Oldest newspaper in Kansas argues governor's pardon
The Journal discusses Governor Hoch's pardon decision for John Collins, acknowledging belief in his guilt yet supporting the governor's right to act. It emphasizes a thorough, fearless probe into penitentiary conditions and confirms the need to uncover facts without favoritism amid cross-state concerns.
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John Collins
Hoch
Collins Wa
Yair Wial
Tun
Ranuves
Lber
Oklahoma
Kansas Senator Brady Proposes New Commission Government
The Kansas City Star notes Senator Brady of Lawrence has drafted a commission government bill for second class cities. The measure, inspired by Galveston and Les Alpines plans, shifts school control to the commission, limits ward influence, strengthens franchise oversight, and provides recall and initiative to empower voters. It aims to modernize city governance and faces adoption in the upcoming session.
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Brady
Lawrence
Kansas
Star of
Independence
Commission
Galveston
Ward
Kansas City Star
Local notices and advertisements mix with humor and remedies
A jumble of product pitches and social chatter fills this page segment. Cure claims for catarrh and cough remedies sit beside club banter and anecdotal humor about bachelor meetings. Prominent ads promote Ely's Cream Balm and Foley's Honey and Tar while the Cosmopolitan School of Music and Dramatic Art hosts recitals.
Medicine That Is Medicine Electric Bitters Claim
W C Hiestier of Haliday Ark reports malaria and stomach troubles improved by Electric Bitters described as medicine for stomach and liver, purifying blood and energizing nerves. Refund offered if no help. 500 at Barber Ben's drug store. A neighborly quip about soap making and lye ends the item.
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Foley
O. P. Barber & Son
Barber & Son
W. C. Hiestier
Haliday
Ark
Barber & Ben’s Drug Site
Doan's Kidney Pills Endorsement From Lawrence Resident
Lawrence resident James McCreath testifies that Doan's Kidney Pills have provided lasting relief for backache and kidney weakness. He first praised them in 1905 and now confirms their continued effectiveness. Pills are sold by Dick Bros. drug store for 50 cents. Foster Milburn Co. Buffalo NY is sole US agent. Remember the name Doan's.
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Lawrence
Doan
James McCreath
Tennessee Street
Kans
Dean
Dick Bros
Dasters
Foster-Milburn Co
Buffalo
New York
United States
Zephyr Flour Wins at Burlington Food Show
Zephyr Flour named prime favorite as 156 entries competed in the Burlington bread contest. Mrs E P Fritzsche of Burlington reported her loaf won first prize with 11 points, praising Zephyr for bread, cakes and pastries. Bucklen’s Arnica Salve also praised for curing a cold sore in Buffalo.
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Burlington
E. P. Fritzsche
Barret St
Gowersock Mills & Power Co
Lawrence, Kangas
Zephyr
Burling
E. P. Fritzschie
Barett St
Leo
Zelinski
Gilson St
Buffalo
N. Y
Bucklen
Barber & Son
Christmas Traditions and Poe Centenary Reflections
The article surveys Christmas practices from Yule to cards and trees, noting pagan roots and modern customs. It also reports Baltimore’s upcoming 100th anniversary of Edgar Allan Poe’s birth, the Poe Memorial Association’s fundraising progress, and calls for a national celebration in Poe’s memory.
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Pea
Baltimore
Edgar Allan Foe
Poe Memorial Association
Poe
Westminister
Daltiure
Tris
Must Prove He Is Blind in Pension Fight
Civil War veteran William Taylor, whose fourth wife is dependent, must prove blindness to retain his monthly pension of 7100 or lose it. A pension agent watches his actions as he claims blindness, while his wife contends conspiracies target him. An odd fish-handling anecdote surfaces as evidence. Medical advertorial follows urging Dr Shoop's Restorative, sold locally.
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Wiliam Faylor
Caele Sam
Alu
Lewis
Taylor
Mien
Lauslaod
Dey Shoop
Dr. Shoop
Lr. Shoop
Pierce
Pherco
Os Loan Hanting
Lula, Ee
J.T. Harvey
Distait
Douglan
Kansan
Forts
Elm
Fremont Street
Baldwin City
Douglas County
Kansas
Startling Showing of Dairy Cows In Topeka Tuberulosis
Tests show fifteen of every ten dairy cows in Topeka carry tuberculosis, a ratio expected statewide. Authors urge statewide dairy inspections and removal of infected animals, urging Lawrence to ensure investigations and all dairies are tested. The piece also oddly advertises a cleaning service for ladies’ hats.
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Topeka
Lawrence
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