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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 23, 1908
Page
2
The ice is thin as Topeka politicians face fallout. Democrats push to drop Bryan and back an uninstructed delegation to the national convention. A Lawrence man’s nervous spell ends after a local doctor’s treatment. Stubbs is praised for fair play and fighting spirit.
A fragment reflects sharp criticism of a Tow Law figure labelled as a district judge by some allies. It argues the claim is unfounded, noting political modesty, stalled influence, and a three year struggle that yielded no gains as sympathy with the people existed but public support did not.
The letter argues for restructuring Lawrence's Humane Society to address widespread animal abuse due to carelessness and thoughtlessness. It cites horses left unfed and unblanketed, urging examples to deter cruelty and improve welfare.
A compact note on the Lawrence Journal's stance toward personal crisis reports. It laments that those responsible cannot read editorials yet suggests others may speculate on the impact if they could. The piece blends satire with social commentary and a dash of editorial crusade.
The Journal rebukes sensational death by one’s own hand, arguing it's unbrave and unmanly to die by self-destruction for attention. It urges consideration of better ways to attract notice and implies there is no honor in dramatic suicide.
A Topeka Capital recounts a crowded quiet party night that descends into lively dancing, interrupted by whispered talk of crimes and misdeeds. Guests, including Luther Lowder and Mas Harton, mingle as music fills the room and an orderly procession to a back area unfolds.
Paderewski, in convention hall tour, plans his sole Kansas City concert on January 61st. The pianist loves Galicia and Poland, notes his farming life, dogs, and vineyards, and travels with Madame Paderewski who manages his schedule. Mail ticket orders go to W. Shemse, Convention Hall manager, with prices 10, 1.50, 2. Perks include travel reflections and hospitality in Europe.
Margaret Rohe contributes a well written article in Broad Way magazine about famous cartoonists of the day and their work. She also writes for Human Life.
An 19th century notice promotes Dr. Pierce of Buffalo publishing his full list of ingredients for his medicines. It claims no alcohol narcotics or minerals, cites Indian plant knowledge, and offers a free book by postal card. The Favorite Prescription is touted for nervous debility and women's ailments.
Fragmented notes describe Stickel's Panama project with heavy equipment, steam shovels, and dirt dumps. The piece mentions sanitary conditions and a push for efficient earthmoving, plus a bill of catarrh remedy advertisements and Lawrence ordinance references from 1908.
Concerns arise as Pavetor, chairman of the Mute Comite fae Millanes, introduces Hinlae a entrency and proposes adding to a station in the Senate. He vows to oppose Seitur Abels measure while noting Canvert supports the Aldrich plan and aims to rush it through the Lanvert Branchs of Congress.
Announcement of candidacy for Register of Deeds with misreadable names and erratic lines followed by a final settlement notice in the Matter of LN Fairley estate. Includes a registration notice for Lawrence voters and a string of classified ads seeking small jobs buyers and trade listings from Lawrence Daily Journal publishers and local merchants.
An assorted for sale inventory from Lawrence includes harness parts, clothing, kitchenware, furniture, and farm equipment. Advertisers seek buyers for a rooming house, manure, rugs, and brassware. Also listed are real estate deals, loan offers, and a public notice of an appointment and teacher examinations.
Foley's Honey and Tar stops the cough and heals the lungs reducing risk of pneumonia. The genuine product contains no harmful drugs and comes in a yellow package. Refuse substitutes, Larber & Son.
A. P. Hardy of Wilton Maine praises Bucklen's Arnica Salve for healing sores burns and boils without a doctor bill. Barbers and dentists endorse its use for dental care and minor injuries.
Ely Baker and Rebecca Baker Thomas Baker Nina Baker and Maud Baker are required to answer by February 17, 1908 in a suit filed December 17, 1907 by ALR Langford. The action seeks to foreclose a $500 note dated November 23, 1901 on the west half of the southwest quarter of section 27, township 14, range 18 Marion Township, to declare the Langford mortgage paramount and obtain costs and relief. The case is in the District Court of Douglas County Kansas with F C Joyce and Mrs E C Joyce as co-defendants.
Notice is hereby given that on January 17, 1908 the undersigned was appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of Anson Storm, late of Douglas County. Treasury Department notes that The Lawrence National Bank of Lawrence Kansas is authorized to have succession until January 13, 1928, by the Acting Comptroller of the Currency.
Kennedy Plumbing Co at 937 Mass Street advertises plumbing gas fitting and electric wiring with full stock of fixtures. Household goods packed and shipped by experienced packers. Lawrence Transfer Co handles domestic and new home sewing machines sold by The Bell Metcal Implement Co.
The Journal bindery reports a high quality year with superior binding that serves as its best advertisement. Officials claim The Journal does the best binding done in Kansas.
The ad promotes a hat care system claiming scientific operation and universal success, promising savings of 3 to 5 dollars per job and free consultation. Outreach lists M and W JT Neste at 943 New Hampshire street with Bell phone 604 in Lawrence Kansas. J H Gillham at 716 Vermont street offers shoeing services for all feet with a work guarantee.
We Want You to Give nn a Share of Your Busines in finware guttering stoves and yes spp ianees Satisfaction guaranteed EL Setterberg 810 Mans 81 Bath.
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