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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1902
Page
2
Dispatches report a labor dispute involving freight handlers delaying deliveries and threatening to withhold shipments. Northwestern rail lines face possible paralysis as union actions spread, with $400,000 worth of cargo tied up and potential resolution only after talks. A freight train incident near Kenny and a separate shooting during a travel party are noted, adding to the day’s tensions in Des Moines and surrounding areas.
A Sedgwick machine works machinist from Poughkeepsie recounts a near accident and his recovery after taking Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People. He attributes full restoration to the remedy after years of indigestion dizziness and weight loss. The man urges others with similar symptoms to try the pills and notes availability from chemists or directly from the Moetheing company.
A Washington dispatch reports Secretary Rooting replying to complaints that Philippine teachers proselytize. Gov Wright of Manila says charges by Catholic Times are unfounded and that education will be non sectarian and non discriminatory, serving all religions without favor. Other items note extradition questions in Toronto, a missing person case near Port Buker, a severe Australian drought affecting trade, a gusher in Sourlake Texas, leadership changes at Chicago terminal, and a National Federation of Teachers reorganization led by Margaret Haley.
The World's Fair Company announced detailed rules and regulations for airship contests to be held during the Exposition year. A large prize fund is allocated, with extensive conditions on qualification and judging. Work on railway and road extensions connected to the event proceeds, including a spur line from Ardmore to Styler and the Choctaw road improvements.
A cablegram from Minister Squires at Wayana to Charles H. Popper, commissioner of the Louisiana Purchase Exposition, states the invitation for the new republic to participate has been accepted, contingent on Cuba tones unaking the necessary measures. Also reports a fatal accident at Buell Manufacturing in the finishing room where Miss Cummings was fatally injured by a shaft. Elsewhere, Sheriff Spencer strengthens guards after a jail break attempt and dynamite theft. Denver University debt reduction progresses with $160,000 subscribed. Oklahoma colony plan for 45900 Wilkimedlersy residents to gain farms. multiple public notices and advertisements on health, tours, and railroad promotions punctuate the page.
The copy explains turning a valve for gas or stove fuel to adjust fire intensity from slow to moderate to quick, with instant ready use and easy shutoff. It emphasizes simplicity and convenience of controlling a fire with valve positions.
A Kansas City citizen named Mr I, 1, 020 Charlotte Street, testifies that Dawn's Kidney Pills relieved his backache and kidney weakness after three boxes. Advert mentions availability at Dick Bros drug store in Lawrence and Foster-Milburn Co. in Buffalo, with a 50 cent price.
A list of special excursion fares to Denver Colorado Springs Puri Glenwood Springs and Noriberg with return limits and sale dates. Also notices for Kansas City return fare one third totaling 1.60 and advertising prepayment rules for small ads with advance payment required.
A list of excursion fares from Denver to Colorado Springs and Pueblo with round trip prices from $15 to $49, varying sale dates from June through August and return limits up to 21 days. Other itineraries cover San Francisco Los Angeles Portland Tacoma Seattle, Butte Helena and Great Falls, Minnesota Michigan Wisconsin resorts, Topeka and Wichita departures with stopovers and diverse routes.
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