Architect W. T. Wellman Plans Guide in Lawrence
An advertisement urges readers to consult architect W. T. Wellman of the Peoples Bank building for plans and specifications. It claims clients save construction costs, avoid contractor troubles, and receive well-executed results, naming several satisfied local figures as examples. Also noted is a Post Office Appropriation bill passage granting carriers a raise and clerks a smaller raise, with rural carriers receiving increases too.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
W. T. Wellman
Peoples Bank
Simmae Wedtesdis
Othe Liantenes
Alceive Nomaximaan
Waggener Creates Sensation in Topeka Senate
Topeka reports a sensation as Senator Waggener proposes delaying all action on maximum freight bills. The resolution requests leaving the legislation to the reviewing economy commissioners. Action on the measure was deferred advancing the session.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Senate
Waggener
Tiv
Rhwig Econmisaimers
Acton
Bowling Score Report From Last Night
A fragmented bowling recap notes high score by Brown with 22 pins and mentions Gustafson. The text also references Mrs Trussell and Miss Virgie McCrory, with scattered names and unclear details about teams or venues.
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Prowiy Amd
Seery Brown
Hy Brown
Gustafson Dita
Trussell
Virgie McCrory
Dan Elswick Dies in New York Area Scene
Dan Elswick died at the home of Ge in New York and Quis morning at 10 o'clock, to be taken to his home southeast of Perry for burial. Streets, Unis stiody will
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dan Elswick
New York
Eluck
Perry
Reported Small Pox Case In North Lawrence
A smallpox case has been reported in North Lawrence though physicians have not yet issued a quarantine or official public health decision. Local authorities monitor the situation as officials await further guidance.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Lawrence
Lawrence
Douglas County
Gustafeon
Mayor Dunne Renominated by City Convention
In Chicago at the February convention Searles Bros. butchers announce their growth and urge customers to visit Gustafson's new store, while a note invites readers to see Shalz the Tailor for a spring suit at 911 Mass. upstairs.
Own Your Home Ownership vs Rent Debate
Fragmentary note argues about ownership and rent costs with scattered figures. Mentions a figure of six dollars ten per month for sixty nine, references Nething owner, rent receipts, and moving expenses. Content is unclear and partly garbled.
Delegates Arrive as State Convention Opens in Eldridge
Delegates from various groups begin arriving for the state convention to be held over three days. Forde, Eldridge and the Grand Lodge officials set up headquarters, with committee work underway to credential and organize meals and seating for attendees as the convention starts Monday.
Lunacy Commission Convenes Over Evelyn Thaw Case
The Lunacy Commission plans to review Evelyn Thaw amid revived public interest. Reportedly, the Thaw matter centers on her condition and potential restoration of her status by Monday.
Cameron walks to New Mexico via Kansas City stunt
Cameron planned a walking stunt claiming he would walk to Santa Fe and New Mexico. He started by going to Kansas City and reporting to the newspaper offices. The effort mirrors his past stunts described as advertising ventures.
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Ungh Uameron
Santa Fe
New Meaies
Kansas City
Afices
Cameron
New Mexico
Washington
Lies
CHANGE IN FESTIVAL FOUR TANS
Schuman Heink cancels her western engagements outlining schedule changes for the festival.
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Schuman-Heink
Too Late to Glassby Festival Cast Includes Chicago Artists
A fragmentary notice describes a festival committee securing performers and a Chicaze Symphony orchestra for concerts in Auton Hlekking and Kane Just Yea. An sales position seeks a salesman to promote tickets with Hermingsen Cigar Co. Toledo details, as artists prepare a quint revital.
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Madatee Selman Vetus
Lawrence
Kansas City
Charlotte Mavonda
Kane
Chicaze Symphony
Peel
Sahiy
Hermingsen Cigar Co
Toledo
Hie
Wanted to Rent Low Six Room Modern House Near In
Classified notices show multiple listings including WANTED for a low six room modern house near in close by Larks area. No children allowed. Provided names include BLA McCordy and So I Wear Warren street. Also young taly clerk bus and other incomplete fragments present.
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Bla
McCordy
Warren
Comic Opera and Other Notices at Tamer Hall
At Tamer Hall February 22 and 23 the Knights and Ladies of Security present a comic opera. Admission 25e plus tickets available at Meierhofer’s McKenzie and Stockwell Specials. 80 acres nine miles north with easy terms. Also real estate listings Exchange city and country with two phones 733 Mass St Sylvan. Nut Goodies at Wiedemann. WANTED Man of ability manager of agents salary 15 to 25 weekly expenses advanced suit free days McBrady and Co Chicago. WANTED Salesmen you can make 10 a day pay each night 1518 Freeman Ave Cincinnati Ohio. WANTED six experienced custom shirt makers steady work Blake and Karr Baldwin Kansas. At Tinher Hall February 22 and 23 a Ladies of Security admission 2c tickets at Meierhufer’s.
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Tamer Hall
The
Knights & Ladies of Security
Meierhofer’s
McKenzie & Stockwell
Mass
McBrady & Co
Chicag
Tinher Hall
Meierhufer’s
Bomb Throws Wound Odessa Police Chief In Carriage Attack
A bomb was thrown at Odessa Chief of Police Anlenel von Gesseberg, severely injuring him and wrecking his carriage. The assailant fled the scene, and authorities are investigating the attack.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Police
Odessa
Mechog
Anlenel von Gesseberg
Three Women Rescued From Wrecked Steamer Off Rotterdam
The three remaining survivors, all women, were taken off the wrecked steamer. Berlin, this morning. It is time for you to get a new suit of clothes. We have a splendid line of spring samples. Come and see them. P. Leonard, Tailor, 733 Mass. St.
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Rotterdam
Holland
Berlin
P. Leonard
Mass
Newby & Ware
Senate stalls on railroad bills in Topeka session
Topeka February 23 senators offered little progress on railroad measures as primary bills lingered. Debate centered on maximum rate four cent fare and anti pass plans with many voicing views rather than moving toward a decision. By six they postponed action to Monday afternoon while railroad committee sidetracked Smith bill reforms fixing grain shipping rates and percent freight adjustments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Democratic Rally in Topeka Hails Campaign Boost
In Topeka, Democrats arouse sentiment ahead of the next general election. Speakers include Colonel Wo A Hare and W F Busser of Salina as members praise Willam Jennings Bryan of Nebraska for president and William Waeris for governor. The mood favors Democratic goals and denounces Republican party tactics.
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Topeka
Baemyaet
Throop
Democratic Party
Republican Party
Wo A
Haretis
W. FL Busser
Salinao
Democrats
Rausas
People's Rights
Willan Jennings Uegan
Nebraska
United States
William A. Waeris
Fur Gow. Orn
Divelbess Hurt in Early Morning Wagon Runover
Jon Divelbess was struck by John Fritzell's milk wagon at about 11 o'clock near Watkins bank and the courthouse. He sustained serious injuries including possible rib damage and facial contusions, with Dr. Andersen attending and the injured man taken to the county clerk's office for examination. The incident involved the wagon team backing into him as he walked along the street, witnesses and family accounts describing the accident as severe but not necessarily life threatening.
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Jon Divelbess
John Fritzell
Divelbess
Watkins Bank
Court Vhouse
Andersen
Cithen
Fritzl
Ander Valie
Diveliess
Sweep the Streets Plan Mentioned in Vague Message
A garbled note references sweeping streets and cleaning fronts as a daily duty. It mentions Hoadley and Mundas in unclear context, with phrases about business hours and public cleanliness. The fragment suggests a routine of street maintenance but lacks coherent facts or names for concrete reporting.
New Plumbing Establishment Adverts Services
An advertisement announces a new plumbing establishment offering all kinds of plumbing and related work with prompt service and first class quality. Contact Fred Olson at 1229 New York St and Bell phone 1808 for home repairs. Also note quilting services by C C Callahan at 9 E Georg St with Bell phone 1627.
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Fred Olson
New York St
Bell
Giving to China ministers urge relief for famine
Editors note the city ministers urge a charitable drive to aid famine victims in China, citing last year’s crop losses and widespread hunger. Readers urged to donate via local banks, with promises that funds reach victims directly rather than through intermediaries.
Fifty Hurt In River Pullman Wreck In Pennsylvania
A Pennsylvanian River Hour special on the Pennsylvania Railroad wrecked near Black Diamond Pa. after plunging over a hundred foot embankment. Fifty four passengers aboard were injured and three cars submerged. Prominent victims included Felix Isman and Samuel From Philadelphia, W O Duntley of Armour, J J Kerney from Chicago, and John F. Kline of Techet.
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Johnstown
Pennsylvania Road
Black Diamond
Conemaugh River
John F. Kline
Techet
Andy
Felix Isman
Philadelphia
F. A. Bu
Chiesa
Samuel Fr. Om
Cow. Winkler
Covington
Southern Railroad
W. O. Duntley
Chicarn Phenomatic Tool Cor
Frank DL. Brown
New York
Urien
Elval Department of Armour Co
Chie M.A. Singer
Salle Theaters
Lightner Henderson
George S. Wood
Awa
Colonial Theaters
J. J. Kerney
Chieaan
Reverend Milton leads Barnea class gathering at church
The Chris Hall church pastor Rev Milton hosted the Barnea Sunday school class for twenty, discussing class development and reforms. Musicians contributed, a trial was conducted for misdemeanors, and plans to enlarge the class were announced as a great time was had by all.
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Milton
Chris Hall
U W Notice Extends Welcome to Delegates
Rev CLL Milton extends cordial welcome to visiting ALO WOW and PD delegates and all members of the orders to send services Sunday evening. Fed tucky and Quimney streets. AL HENDERS S MONTCK Ree At 7:80 p om at corner of Kerry M w.
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Milton
Alo. Wow
Tucky
Quimney
AL Henders
Montck
Kerry M. W
R. E. Melvin Honored in Kansas Masonic Honors
R E Melvin named district grand master by the Masonic Grand Lodge in session at Wichita last week. He was elected to represent Lawrence Lodge No 4 at the Lowel feast of the oldest lodges of Kansas in Kansas City on March 4. No 4 is the fourth oldest lodge in the state. Other local notices include sales pitches for gas fixtures, shoe repair, paper pattern discounts, and a Raymond’s Liquid Smoke ad.
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U. W
Forde
Eitridge
Ianine
Uwerin
Merrow
Borde
Momen
Prater Med
Wailing
Tmidees
Ted
Rk, OK
Melvin
Masonic Grand Lodge
Wichita
Lawrence Lodge No. 4
Kansas
Kansas City
No. 4
Social and Personal Notes From Kansas City Absences
Prof. Hubach and many residents traveled to Kansas City for visits and events. The social column lists numerous individuals visiting cities, hosting gatherings, and attending parties, with engagements in Kansas City, Topeka, Wichita, and nearby towns.
Neville's Corner and Atascador Lands Ad Earns Attention
Neville's Corner features Atascador lands touted as Mexico's richest for agriculture and grazing at five per acre. The item also notes local social events including a Sunday school gathering, a Kansas Wesleyan basketball visit by A. H. King, a Washington birthday party hosted by Mrs. Srein, and a large Washi yo celebration with supper, decorations, games, and a prize for a George Washington impersonation.
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Neville’s Corner
Mexico
Everen
Neos Kaise
Diane
Lees
George
Srein Bisteveniner
Miro
Po Gee
Ovate
Edvardt Tanner
Ehidress
Marty Russel
Psi
Washington
Bos
George Washington
Sia
Itis Reed
Sven Tien
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Post Office
Dunne
Deinversticated
Chicago
Caday
Searles Bros
Gustafson
OK Mags
Berrewer
Setisiacii
F. M. Perkins
Atlas Building & Loan, Association Regeler Messbiy Payments
Will Becare You & Hom
Aouw
EM. Forde
Eldridge
Evelyn
Maconda
Glassby
Ao Boughton
Tankiana Street
Bell Phone
Henry
Fred W. Fein
Jackson Block
Wiedemann
Freeman Avenue
Cincinnati
Ohio
Blake and
Karr
Baldwin, Kansas
Atte Progresa
Bryan and
Harris
Merry Cops
Tarantt
Rowe Hedler
Kate
Pantie
Divelbess Burt
Fritzel
C.C. Callahan
Georg St. Bell
China
Pennsylvania
University Meat Market
Mass, Street
Mra Prestice
Mammeheeatta Street
Smith's
News Depot
YY & Ernst
Mass. Street
L. L. Huffines
Wolf's Book Store
F. A Ewing
R. E .Melvin
L. F. Conklin
Anderson Peterson
Jack Woodward
Wait’s
Raymond
Wiedemann’s
California
Raymond's
Tust
Victor
Straffon
Deng Store
Social and Personal
Hubach
Willis Williams
C. W. McFarland
Blackmar
Clavence Hall
Beatrice Newlin
Carl Korick
Missenger Tls Miomniss
Hope Rubinsus
EL Porter
J. Barker
George Cuhne
Edward Bomgardner
Isaae Hemphill
Winkiuil
Jane Conel
Ghulys Conel
Ahbe
Abee Turner
Scott
Tte Barteldes
Warren Senley
Fred Wheeler
Ray Uimyord
Katsie City
Clare Cowley
Fonte
Lori Atneld
Wells Barge Express
Elizabeth Heavey
Leavens
Worth
Kate Alford AN. Hamlin
Burnest Rankin
AL. Chirk
Oskaloosie
Sarat E. Thalstey
Penehid
Dimes Dale
Ivar CV Conner
Kanesac City
MesCieiffith
Mies
Julia Highter
Yeaterday
Joel Gustafsen
Bru
Ton Hierson
Perl Pierson Wall
Oakhwil
Okbibena
Billy Edwards
Sen
In Searles
AL BL Clark
Tangas “City
Reed Mas
Channa Folset
WH Nowd
McIntosh
New Mex
Vinnie Mille
Evelyn Conger
Gev. Foster
Sadie Cleland
Hiner
Dyarl Pier
Oakland
Cloyd Naueehnan
Lawrence Pie
A. R. Lamb
George Washmo
Hlt. Mateen
Lou Shinn
Green Teal
Matren
Virginia Avenue
Kansas State
Schoool
Park Hetzel
Chas. Osborn
G. A. Giraeber
Burns Allen
Dolisi
Elsie Armstrong
Dr. McFarland
J. M. Neville
Home Tal
Banet
Saga Hap Flock
Ware
Lou O'Brien
Ferndel
W. A. Guenther
Seth Phanss
Hosford Investment Company
West End Grocery
Kasold
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