The Journal of Lawrence in the 19th Century and Its Growth
The Journal began as the Lawrence Republican, absorbed the State Journal and Herald of Freedom, then acquired the Lawrence Tribune. By 1881 it carried multiple editions, published daily with Associated Press reports and a weekly eight-page paper, reaching county post offices.
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Lawrence Republican
State Journ
Herald of Freedom
Lawrence ‘Tribune
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Territory
Lawrence
Journe! Contro
Daily
Associated Press
Lawrence Daily Journal
Treasury Department
Office of Comptroller of the Currency
Washington
Lawrence National Bank
Douglas
Kansas
Congress
Thomas P. Kane
Douging
Treasury Department Office of Comptroller
Currenty
Watkins National Bank
Wiliam Ridgely
Ofwrence
Cfilea
Walking Habit Revival Prompts Public Reflection
A quirky observation praises walking as a healthier habit. The author notes neighbors laughed at a man who preached foot care and sulfur cures, but the true benefit comes from steady walking. He laments Americans’ rush and urges slower outings to enjoy the sea or fishing.
Jutline etintis Dased tac Geidiner's Stu dents
The book praised as a clever guide to aid students especially for quizzes. It is noted for its able composition and usefulness in study, presenting a disciplined approach to learning and memory.
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Dour Due Diet
Clarence UL Crawford
Catarrh Cure Claim and Money-Back Offer
A 100 dollar reward ad promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a constitutional treatment. The pitch says it acts on blood and mucous surfaces to cure catarrh, builds the constitution, and urges sending for testimonials. J Cheney Co Toledo sells the medicine via druggists with a 5 cent cost per bottle and a family pill for constipation.
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Hall
Tequires m
J. Cheney & CO
Sota
All Drugeista
Ready for Spring Rains and River Safety
A brief worry over annual spring floods and high water. The speaker notes recurring neglect of bank repairs and asks if the river will be properly guarded this year to prevent overflow and damage.
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Carmer
Williams Pink Pills Ad Promote Vital Health In 1908 Notice
A long sponsored medical notice describes general debility with fatigue and sleep issues and touts Williams Pink Pills as a blood tonic. It quotes Mrs Lena May Brooks from Macon County Ill and a Wall Street style endorsement. The item also lists other products and local druggists and includes several probate notices from Lawrence Daily Journal dated January 1908.
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William H. Ridgway
Locamantar
Lena May Brooks
Prairie Hall
Macon County
Ill
Willams
Alien
True Worship And What It Means In Spirit And Truth
A reflective regional piece on true worship beyond rote prayers. It contrasts mere recitation with deeds, recalling a memory of aiding a poor colored woman and urging genuine charity as worship. The author cites James 1 27 and challenges readers to align prayers with actions.
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Tim
Sallie
Chas
Have Your Bibles and Be Sure to Find the References
A brief church or sermon note urges attendees to bring Bibles and locate specific references during the service. It emphasizes personal scripture study and preparation for teaching or discussion.
Jesus And The Woman Of Samaria Sermon 1908 Ridgway
Fragmented sermon notes by Wm J Ridgway on John 4 19 29 titled The Social Evil discuss the woman at the well verses 19 20 and include critique of religious groups and social roles. References to Heaven health rescue work and Young Men's Christian Associations appear amid garbled text.
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Jesus
The
Samaria
Wm. J. Ridgway
Suerte
Wien
Wittermeare
New York
Jerusalem
The Jews. V 22 Salvation from the Jews
A fragmentary source piece discusses antisemitic statements and crowd reaction at an event in Cousteville, portraying Jews as feared and accused. The text reflects hostile stereotypes and vilification of Jewish citizens. It mentions drunkenness, disturbances, and calls for unity against outsiders within the town.
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Jeter
Coustesvillians
Sone Lelsew
Mmel
Maine
Contesvillians
Ned Fey
Words of Praise and Patent Medicines in 1908 Kansas Notice
Fragmented text from a Lawrence Kansas Daily Journal issue includes praise for Dr Pierce Favorite Prescription with claims about health benefits for women and non alcoholic formula. Also contains notices about executors, bank charters, and local business advertisements with multiple names, dates, and places.
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Pierce
Avery
Dr. Pierce
R. Vierce
Buffato
X.Y
Candidate for Register of Deeds Seeks Republican Primary
Notice announces candidacy for Register of Deeds in Douglas County Kansas subject to Republican primaries. It also records probate matters in the Ellen J. Shull estate with executrix Mary R. Barley seeking final settlement March 3, 1903 and discharge, including attorney fees and expenses.
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Lawrence Daily Journal
Robert 8. McFarland
Creditera
Douglas County
Kansas
Mary J. McFarland
Register of Deeds
Lawrence Dally Journal
Ellen J. Shull
FSI
Ime
Mary R. Barley
Money to Loan and Local Services Advertised
Money to loan on farm and city property with rates as low as five percent and optional payments. Visit Morrison Lem on at 744 Mass street. Lawrence Transfer Co offers storage for household goods with experienced packers and responsible management. The Journal bindery boasts a strong year of business and top binding quality in Kansas. H Gillham shoe shop at 716 Vermont advertises expert shoe repair with guaranteed work. If you want money on your property consider the Atha for financing.
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Sid
Erneily
Rein
Mary
Morrison & Lemon
Mass
Lawrence Transfer Co
Kansan
Lawrence, Kansas Classified Advertisements 1908
A garbled Lawrence Kansas estate and job listing page from 1908 shows sale offers, wanted notices, and rentals. Items include farm goods, piano bargains, vehicles, livestock, poultry equipment, land for sale near Baldwin, houses for rent and sale near University zones, garden and storage offerings, and business notices from local brokers. Names and phone numbers appear with addresses in Lawrence and nearby towns.
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Steinway
Windsor
Regina Music
Bell
Lawrence
Kansas
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Tate
Tom Ely Beuthers
Warren Street
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Lawrence Journal Company
J. &. Brady
Wrence, Ka
Lawrence, Kas
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Keeman
Taner
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Pleorlare
Abel Praguds
Neurs
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Tron Rose Bible Class
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Andy Sire Dleepe
Lucama
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Bright
C. P. Barber & Son
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Voulinee
Snover
Tiny
Lawrence Daily Jurnal
Wder
Anson Storm
W. F. March
Lawreme Daily Journal
LN. Barley
Dragvist
E.W. Hall
Oliva Stree
St. Lavia
Bongias County
Albert Milton Richardson
Benjamin J. Horton
J. P. Kane
W. J. Francisco & Sons
Bell- Metcalft Implement Co
Mra. Connelly
Kennedy Plumbing CO
Hunzicker & Wahrenbrock's
Square
Clifton
T. Hintt
St. Beth
Rochester Stamping Co
Kennedy & Ernst
Wolfson
Samuel A. Daniel
Willie A. Herschell
D. W. Littell
Ae Muooenet
W. T. Cate
New Hampshire Street
Bell Phone
Kanssa
Ag H. Gillham
Vermont
Atha
Dow
University
Vermont St
Peerless
Civar Co
Toledo
Ohio
L. B Powell
New Hampshire St
Bet Cure Journal Offier
Josie White
Lin‘wood
W. IE
Pendleton
St. Beth Phones
Wm. F. Helm Commission Co
North Lawrence
St. Bell Phone
Iroke
Walter Pine
Iyhiwwe
HELA
Sibley
Lawrence, Kansas
Jersey
Ed Manville
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G. B. VannArsdale
Chariton, Lucas Co
Iowa
EF. Fine
Singer
Tenn. Street
East Front
Ky. Ntreet
Hosford Investment CO
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West Lawrence
Morrisoin
Pwenensees
New Hampshire
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New York Sr. Es
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Angie
Vth Massavipiselis
Anil Showis
Tor Bent
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Lin Bhek
Qntoels Jer’s
Elividre Tlis Aul Moelfer
Poehler Mercantile Co
Ceollar Ice
Roth
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Lal Hugh Blair
Union Pacific Tim Table Going Mart
Overland Limited
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Pacific Coast
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Belinea
Junction City
Leavenworth
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Aeromencdation
Eaves Warted
Galle
Charles
Footon Sr
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