The Journal History and Notices in Lawrence Kansas 1907
The Journal of Lawrence Kansas traces its origins to the State Journal and Herald of Freedom, absorbed in earlier years, and acquired the Lawrence Tribune in 1474. It claims status as the oldest widely circulated paper in the territory with daily and weekly editions and exclusive use of the Associated Press for 24 hour reporting. The daily edition is published every evening except Sunday and the weekly eight page edition revs each Saturday. Subscription rates and office address in Lawrence are listed. The issue includes local letters and a column of Vine comments.
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Lawrence Heputiluan
Roun
State Journal
Herald of Freedom
Lawrence Tribune
YMA
Lawrence
Journal
Kanana
Two Cent Passenger Fares Boil Over In Public Debate
A biased discourse accuses railroads of stalling public demand for two cent fares and urges lawmakers to enact the plan. A Chicago teacher and national education figure are cited as stirring plans to influence conventions and rail policy.
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Chicago
National Educational Association
Ted Press
Jill
Los Angeles
Prasue
No serious Japanese crisis, Journal criticizes misperceptions
The Journal claims there is nothing serious in the Japanese situation. It emphasizes it never fell into maudlin sympathy with Japan. It asserts Russia collapsed from its own persistence, and Korea could have defeated Russia as easily as Japan. The piece calls the Japanese arrogant indifferent and untrustworthy.
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Russia
Korea
Japan
Kansas Wheat Harvest Report Describes Severe Weather Effects
The town records reveal a bleak harvest with heavy cold spells in spring affecting wheat yields. Observers note the unusual weather patterns and farmers like Gurley Wood report struggle, while police and local figures assess impacts as the century’s harsh conditions persist.
The Coat and the Church Debate on Clerical Dress
A fragment discusses clerical attire, noting a minister may wear a coat and tie on the pulpit while the sermon unfolds. It questions the church’s stance on official dress and the impact on discipline and sympathy within the congregation.
Texas Wonder Curee Kidney Bladder Rheumatic Cure
An ad touts Texas Wonder Curee for kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles sold by druggists or mail order two months treatment for one dollar. It lists Dr. E W Hall at 2926 Olive Street St Louis Missouri and requests testimonials.
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E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
The Gospel of Water and Health Claims
An odd antique medical rant extols plain water and air as cures for illness. It links drinking water to purification of blood and vigor, promoting Burdock Blood-Bitters as a cure and touting ancient Eliiation ideas and sunlit wells as key to health.
Perry Progress Lights on the Way with Gas Amps
Perry residents push for electric light by gas amps as subscriptions near funding goal. Brick walks are being laid citywide, and completion should bring a praiseworthy local improvement. Dr J P Gergen buys Juba Miller property on south Main Street for 1100 dollars in a Friday deal reported by Eudora News.
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Perry
Perry Mirror
Cenete
Dan Scannell
J. P. Gergen
Juba Miller
Those Who Back Road Project Seek Public Support
The article notes community members pledging to fund a road project with subscriptions. The list will grow daily as subscriptions are received and names added. Local entities like banks and businessmen are listed as subscribers to support the work.
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Rock Road
Nellie Taker
Ete Cine
Ceee Cere Ee Binthoes
Bullene & Mackasan
Mevehaans National Bank
Boogies Shue Bankee Wet Tusyricuas Aeeetes
Mean Act Sparks Debate Over Local Pranks and Safety
A distorted OCR fragment recounts a disturbance labeled a mean act involving white uniforms and video meetings, with accusations of vandalism and theft. It references community reactions, law enforcement, and public safety concerns, noting alleged pretenses and calls for accountability, amid confusion over events in Eudora.
Wheat yields and prices key in early week report
A late week update notes wheat market activity with prices at about 50 cents a bushel and average yields around 28 bushels per acre. The report reflects general market conditions from the local threshing season.
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Percy
Outlived Men in Early Kansas Territorial Days
A fragmentary reminiscence notes that women outlived men in Kansas during territorial days. It recalls many widows, some years living alone, and few men remaining in the county after early settlement hardships. The piece reflects on enduring female resilience against the era’s challenges.
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Kansas
Theope
Beauty Advice Columns Fill Weekend Papers
The Suiulay magazine sections in metropolitan papers devote space to beauty tips and remedies. Druggists supply many of the items and writers contribute advice on correcting freckles, turned up noses, and other flaws.
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Suiulay Magazine
Ieamery
de Lawrence
Moimay
Cael
The Charming Woman Not a Perfect Form
A description contrasts a charming woman with and without ideal beauty. It highlights that true appeal lies in neatness, clear eyes, smooth skin, and lively step, and warns that physical weakness dulls attractiveness. Electric Bitters is cited as restoring strength and vitality.
G W Brown Recalled by Early Lawrence Settlers
Dr G W Brown a longtime Lawrence settler was warmly welcomed by old residents. He influenced early public art and faced the fading of many peers as the town's history unfolded. Mrs KB Nogan recalled 1857 Herald of Freedom work while Mrs Hes and Mrs Geo A Panks hosted receptions. Brown, last surviving Emporia townsite member, had just returned from a semi centennial Lewtr celebration.
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G. W. Brown
Lawrence
Dr. Brown
Kan Ile
KB. Nogan
Herald of Freedom
Hes
Lewivende
Geo. A. Panks
Tin
Tie
Brown
Emporia
Lawrence Journal Style Classifieds Highlights 1907
A collage of notices and ads from the Lawrence Daily Journal includes service offers from a carpet and upholstery shop, grocery and butcher ads, photo enlarging, moving and packing by Lawrence Transfer Co, and a probate notice. The list mentions figures like F H Bennett and Alfred S Eliot with addresses in Mass and N Y Streets, plus a July 1907 estate appointment for Lucius Hiram Perkins in Douglas County Kansas.
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Lawrence Daily Journal
Kansas
Douglas County
Lucas Hiram Terking
Dallas County
Lucius Hiram, Perkins
Adolph C. Griesa
Wm. E. Hazen
Alfred Whitman
Wanted and For Sale Classified Notices from 1907 Journal
A dense jumble of want ads and sale listings from the Daily Journal. Entries seek workers such as housekeepers and waitresses and buyers for old items, bicycles, typewriters, cows, and land. several rental wishes and farm or garden goods offers appear alongside public notice of a divorce petition filed in Douglas County District Court.
The Visiting Girl and Lawrence’s Matchmaking Scene
The article argues that traveling or visiting girls seldom settle with local men. It notes Lawrence’s large bachelor surplus and how seasonal visits end with depleted wardrobes. It suggests local, steady courtship would yield more lasting matches than transients.
Outlook for Big Business Promises Strong Fall Activity
Analysts forecast a robust autumn for major firms as consumer demand remains steady and corporations plan expansion. Markets show cautious optimism with sectors like manufacturing and retail signaling growth despite economic uncertainties.
Téve Stock Auctioneer Open Dates at Trovillo Yard
A fragment notes Téve Stock Auctioneer with twenty years experience offering open dates at Trovillo and Breider's lumber yard and includes a phone line for J. N. Hare berger. Also mentions FOR RENT a four room house at 1215 New Jersey street Morrison Lemon in Lawrence and a summary of summer retail business improving after a slow spring. J. E. Gillham, horse shoer of 30 years, remains at 716 Vermont street offering reliable shoeing. An actress may blaze with diamonds and not set the world on fire.
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Wales
Daten
Trovillo
Breider’s
J. N. Hareberger
New Jersey Street
Morrison & Lemon
Lawrence
J. E. Gillham
Vermont Street
Save with a Secure Lawrence Bank Account
Most people intend to save, some time but put it off. Start an account, add regularly, and remember you have a bank account. It will be absolutely safe, protected by ample capital and surplus, under the care of conservative Lawrence business men. Persist in these good habits and financial success will follow.
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Lawrence
Guo
V. G’s
Government Tightens Letter Weight Rules for Six Months
Postmasters receive new instructions effective July 1 for six months, aiming to tighten mail weighing. Government projections show profit from letter postage as 47 letters make a pound and 169 postal cards weigh a pound, with cards and mixed postals weighing differently. The rules reflect Congressman's Murdock push to cut mail handling costs through stricter weighing practices.
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Murdock
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Jaedicke, Kennedy & Ernst
Herman Broeker
Lawrerge Daily Journal
Wember Associated Press
The
Lawrence Journal Company
J. L. Brady
Watthing
Vinkard
Tionkeys
Vinkand Vines
Hrazht
da St Desepa
Ebiktros
Ted
Cruel
Douglas Comity Normal Institute
Tim
Chan
Dbs
Witlaen
Sandler
Harry
Sanay
Jowerine
Texas Wonder
Work Quakentaeh
Che
Gawd Pais
Excelsior Spt
Lena
Excelsior
Simar
Uth
Aif
Suels
Eudora
Topeka
Ihsan
Castoria
Bears
CREMO
American Cigar Company
E. B. Pierson
Pierson
Hans
F. H. Bennett
Mass
Woodward & Burr Tlandie
June B. Shane
Studio 15
St Bell
Hume
W. J. Francisco & Sona
Windmill
Brown & Emmons
Alfred S. Eliot
N.Y. St
Lawrence Transfer Co
Fred Olson
Vindee Street
Bell
J. Keilman
W. Warren Street
Connely
Playut
Caitheine
Prive Ste. CC
Seewir
Veo Jommil
Kentucky
FH. Rob- Orysy
Der
Metrery
Hiawatha Cafe
Cyche Cycle Co
Mass. St
Indiana Street
Wm. F. Ifelm Commission Co
W. H. Pendleton
Bala
Ben Gurley
Lawrener
Harry Weyermuller
Tennessee Street
Nice
Lincoln Street
W. P. Schneck
Ousehold
W. N. Rogers
Excelsior Springs
Missouri
Louisiana Street
Rhoda Island
Frank Gee
John Tarpy
Care Lawrence Iron Works
Mississippi and
Pinckney
W. H. Pandleton
Hosford Treatment Co
Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City
District Court
Zora L. C. Gore
Paul Isaae Gore
Paul Isaac Gore
Outlook For Big Business
Téve Stock Auctioneer
EO Eels
Hugh. Blair
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