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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 16, 1903

Page

4

Man Shoots Self on Farm Near Town

Lewis Hunt aged 46 a farm worker on James W Smith's property east of town died Saturday night by self inflicted gunshot. Found in a chair in Smiths room with Smiths revolver in hand coroner ruled death likely due to mental irresponsibility. Hunt had shown signs of mental strain. no inquest held. Also notes a chemistry building lecture at University of Kansas tonight and Hale s Red Cross Pharmacy ad.

Vis Ment Lewis Hunt James W. Smith Himealf Hunt Smith Wes T Onme Lawrence Carl Phillips N. L. Hunt

Haskell Indians Win Hard Fought Kids Basketball Match

The Haskell Indian basketball boys defeated Kansas City opponents by a close score as they aim for a Saturday afternoon game in Kansas City. The Todians started strong but Haskell’s defense and late scores secured a 5 to 6 victory. Weather interrupted play with heavy snow and subzero temperatures until a promising milder outlook. An Amateur Matinee in Kansas City praised Georgia Brown’s pupils for seven years of consistent success. A funeral for John H. Kater, 77, was held at 345 Massachusetts street before shipment to Mt. Pleasant Iowa. Fracklin’s lecture at the Camera Club drew attendees. Robertson Bros. bought a new hearse for Perry service. A checker picture was advertised for Woll’s Rocke store.

Manaus Clp Lawrence Haskell Kansas City Georgia Brown Auditorium School of Dramatic Art John H. Katler Massachusetts Street Valmer Washington Mt. Pleasant Iowa Elso14

Washington's Birthday holiday debate and tonic promotion

The text notes Massachusetts legislature making Washington's Birthday a holiday with first observed date in 1557 and mentions personal observances before. It promotes Hostetter's Stomach Bitters as proven for heartburn and indigestion over fifty years, urging a fair trial and noting testimonials. It also advertises playing cards and savings compounding at Smith's news depot with interest.

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Real Estate Transfers in Dooglan County Ledger

Fragmented conveyance list shows multiple real estate transfers between individuals and couples in Dooglan County. Entries mention grantors J W Lawsco, Hila B. Rsymaead, Henry Woaiter, Maria Whitter, MA Gleacoo, James Gate, TN Crowder and others, with various parcels and stated consideration amounts. Some lines are garbled or partially unreadable but indicate transfers, dates, and involved parties.

laHon Hesgrda Dooglan Lawsco Wits CC Miller K. Skinner Henry Woaiter Maria Whitter Eudera MA Gleacoo

Local Troy Teachers Gathering and Lawrence Events Report

A scattered readable set of items from Troy Kansas and Lawrence include a teachers meeting in Troy on Sunday afternoon led by Streag with Prof. Gin Teaph speaking at 1 ila morning. Lawrence program notes mention Dr Feenkian and a social gathering with a wampum ceremony and a list of participants. The day also covers snow cleanup progress in town and a new issue of The Wildmil high school paper.

Sarcellor Streag Troy Kansas Gin Teaph Reting Ila Ausas Uchaneehar Sizana Kiosas City Cucumere al Cua Asd Tie Alan Tao Kadass Feenkian Chen Ecie

Valentines Party Scenes At Local Gatherings

A crowded Saturday evening featured Valentine festivities hosted by Mia Ord Clingman and Miss Jessia Ariet Wana with pink and white decor and heart themed refreshments. Prizes were awarded for card games and a watercolor sketch while couples partnered for supper and shared writings. Other happenings include a Sigma Chi initiation week and various social visits as local residents travel for events and leave for distant towns.

Mia Ord Clingman Jessia Ariet Wana Valentions T. Jones Alberta Bieger Biss Acca Hom Art Woead Son Frank Fags

Boy Wanted- THE FAIR data notes and social updates

A fragmented Lawrence area item lists people in transit, social visits, and local notices. It mentions Misa Ailesm Crage in Ottawa for data, Mrs P EB Donbieday hosting tomorrow, Sacha Hawt to Chicago for business, and several Lawrence residents visiting or traveling, with court and association notices and a community meeting forthcoming in Douglas County.

Misa Ailesm Crage Ottawa Eocra Club P. EB. Donbieday Sacha Hawt Skia Chicago L. Baliens Schreeza Florida Oscar Poehler Karesas City J H Engle Eld Sats Sanday School Association Lawranca Sevittligog Topeka Hamer W. Wilden Abilson Refector Lawrence Visiliox Frienda

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