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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1913
Page
4
Tapekin July A law aims to authorize the state to appoint a grain inspector. Sterling, newly appointed state grain inspector, discussed issues at a state henge. The explainer notes Kansas City agents collect about $20,000 yearly for grain inspections on Kansas soil.
Western Kansas reports severe crop damage from grasshoppers affecting wheat and alfalfa. Barton county farmer Alfizen notes hoppers chewing tender stalks and prospects for tall crops dimming. Farmer Arthur Pash east of Tawny reports last Sunday’s heat worsened the outlook as crops show poor development.
The dield aml finds no trace of the crop and farmers fear widespread loss. Traveling sellers report laws and nests across the western territory signaling a potential forage shortfall and delayed stock feeding for the year. Local reports from Leroy and nearby areas reference serious conditions as swarms move in from central regions.
A dubious 19th century advertisement claims Lawrence residents with stomach and bowel trouble should use thorn bark glycerine and Adhorika to prevent appendicitis. It touts a remedy called Just One Jose that supposedly relieves stomach gas and constipation, attributed to Dick Brothers druggists.
Fragmentary report notes a July ceremony marking veterans, with references to Civil War soldiers, a large gathering, and a focus on anti tyranny themes. Details are obscured but indicate a public remembrance and wartime veterans' involvement.
The article notes Magison announces his bid for the Democratic nomination in the Third district while planning pamphlets to explain his record and allow voters to discuss candidates. It highlights his long involvement with the party and prior campaign activity across the district.
Brady remains Democratic nominee despite Campbell’s fall campaign. rumors list John Keith of Coffeyville Denis Sheddy of Fredonia D M Bowen and Ben Gatenkill as possible contenders. Botkin’s penitentiary appointment removes him from the field for next fall.
Cottonwood Cedar Point, the state's smallest incorporated town with 188 residents, has awarded a Milwaukee firm a contract to build a town owned electric light plant costing about $3,000. The plant will be ready in ninety days and ten street lights will create a bright white way through the main street, aiming to make the town the best lighted in the state.
Citizens in Oskaloosa vote on a bond proposition to buy land for a city park dedicated to amusement and athletic use. Plans mention possible boating and swings, with lake creation unlikely immediately. success would yield a notable civic recreation space for the city.
In Atchison a suit may be filed over city bonds due July 4. About 206 000 of 4 percent bonds matured, sinking fund funds mismanaged, and the city lacked funds to meet payments. Mayor Binney faced re election and proposed exchanging matured bonds for new 4 percent issues at par with a 15 000 yearly sinking fund. Some holders accepted, others refuse, threatening suit. Bondholder counsel advised accepting new bonds to avoid litigation as raised interest rates stay within Kansas law. Also wheat prospects in Republic County look good with steady arrivals and high quality forthcoming.
In Wichita tale a boy named Silent Java? Jrtaloy faced a near fatal swallowing accident. A physician told his parents the boy would not live. The mother reported the boy looked up and murmured Mamma as his condition improved. A separate item notes a threat of homicide at a rink, a self inflicted wound, and a death.
A local story recounts claims by minister and former Quantrell band member Bill Anderson about Quantrell’s death in Texas years after the Civil War. It details Confederate guerrilla action near Boggy Creek, burial of dead soldiers, and a pursuit by federal troops. Photographs in the collection show Anderson and his sweetheart, with provenance tied to J. Renfrew of Alva.
A discussion on skin as a network of blood vessels and the claimed effect of a blood purifier labeled 8.5 3. It asserts that certain ingredients stimulate cellular activity to remove elements from blood for skin health, suggesting conditions like pimples eczema and lupus vanish under this influence. The Swift Specific Co advertises a book about skin troubles and offers S.8. & S. on sale.
Reports detail a broad strike among Rand district gold miners with government troops deployed amid clashes. Rioting, arrests, bombings, and casualties occur as federations press for recall of leaders and continued publication bans, while unions vow more action.
The committee organizing the Lawrence memorial meeting plans to invite Charles S Chalpoo and asks the public press to publish a growing list of survivors and attendees. The aim is to complete the list with as many names as possible and reveal omissions in subsequent notices.
Fragmentary OCR notes discuss a case involving alleged conspiracy within a domestic setting. The text references improvised factions, governance tensions, and social strain. Names and concrete details are obscured, yielding a partial, non-technical summary of a domestic dispute tied to legal proceedings.
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