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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 13, 1901
Page
2
An unsigned Kansas newspaper column surveys politics and social issues, noting Prohibition era debates, Governor Stanley’s stance on local bills, and reactions to civic figures. It references Carrie Nation, General Miles, and local elections, commenting on public sentiment, media, and legislative tensions in a broad Kansas context.
A Kansas debate over ship subsidies and Cuba policy underscores tense temperance battles. The Topeka Capital clashes with the Lawrence Journal over saloon crackdowns, public sentiment, and agitator role, while calls to temperance persist amid political rhetoric and editorials.
Reports from New York Chicago Indianapolis and St Louis mark Lincoln's ninety second birthday with banquets, memorial meetings, and public prayers. Notables including Senators Hanna Depen and Whitelaw Reid attend events. Grand Army posts and local clubs host commemoration activities.
The article outlines actions by the Taft Commission and Allied debates on appropriation and policy, mentioning the United States and legislative committee discussions. It refers to a session at San Fernando, migration of officials, and a broad overview of war era funding and political maneuvering. Included is an unrelated ad for Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Family Pills.
The passage discusses backache and weak kidneys as common causes of despondency and trouble. It cites a testimonial from J. L. Campbell of Brexators, Illinois, claiming Hood's Barsape ville cured him after years of pain and bed confinement, restoring strength and freedom from pain.
London is hopeful that Boer resistance is fading as reports from Pretoria claim General Dewet moved toward Philippstown with British forces in pursuit. Dispatches note captured wagons and prisoners, casualties on both sides, and German-sourced buoyancy on the stock exchange. Casual raids and skirmishes continue in the Vrines Athert district.
Ticket promotion lists a $25 fare for a round trip to Sos Angeles, San Francisco, San Diego or any California point via the Santa Fe on Tuesdays from February to April 30. Service note mentions a line through chair car and tourist sleepers daily, operated by Osly Hos and GEO.C, Bailey, Ag'i.
Washington February 13 The senate debated the agricultural appropriation bill focusing on department administration and an amendment to inspect imported foods drugs and liquors for adulteration. Senators Pettigrew and Money sparred over horse meat exports noting it was shipped as horse meat to Scandinavian countries. The house passed the army appropriation bill and moved to the sundry civil bills amid discussions on desertion charges against soldiers and the costs of foreign troops. A hazing provision at West Point was adopted in lieu of senate language. Albert D Shaw of New York died prompting adjournment after 3 15 pm.
A Washington report lists the permanent Court of Arbitration roster formed under the Hague convention, detailing appointees from Austria-Hungary, Denmark, Germany, Great Britain, France, Italy, and Japan among others. The document notes eminent officials, ministers, and ambassadors selected by fifteen wartime powers to serve on the body.
A list of diplomats and officials from Russia Spain Sweden and Norway plus the United States appears, naming ministers secretary of state and other high offices. The Administrative Council and diplomatic delegates of the Netherlands are referenced along with a health note promoting Chamberlain's Cough Remedy as a preventive for pneumonia during grip epidemics.
A sprawling, error‑ridden recap describes a dramatic oil strike and ensuing public unrest near Washington towns. It notes petroleum activity, aggressive bids, and local disturbances, with scattered references to named places and figures amid chaotic OCR.
Teaser advertisement offers cheap second class one way and round trip rates to Ogden Salt Lake City Spokane Seattle and other main line points with continuous passage for thirty days. Tickets on sale Tuesdays in October November February March and April. For details see EB Ross at city coffee or J B Burgis Chicago for fares and arrangements.
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