The Journal and Lawrence legacy and transit notes
The Journal founded 1857 absorbed State Journal and Tribune lineage, claims broad circulation around Lawrence. It publishes daily telegraphic reports with morning dispatches, weekly edition issued Saturdays, carrier and subscription details listed. The piece notes a bellweevil in Texas, river navigation views, and critiques of Kansas two cent fare politics.
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Lawrence Republican
State Journal
Herald of Freedom
Lawrence ‘Tribune
ASU
Lawrence
Associated Proma
Journal
Kanua
Professor dismisses ghost stories and cabinet mediums
Prof James Hyslop says no Kansas City ghost stories resist simple explanations. He asserts cabinet mediums are outdated and their tricks are explainable, likening them to Magician Hermann. Spiritualism of that sort is not credible.
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James Hyslop
Kansas City
Hermann
Modern progress and social change in America
The text contrasts spiritualism, scientific interest, and modern comforts with a prairie shift toward more intelligent culture. It notes political referendums and senator appointments, touches on prosperity, rising prices, and labor, and praises refined conduct and self reliance as travel and society evolve.
Got His Hair Back After Newbro’s Herpicide Trial
Frederick Manuell of Butte Montana bought two bottles of Newbro's Herpicide on April 6 and 9 and began using it for baldness. After 20 days hair grew over his scalp and by July 2 he reported thick luxuriant growth. The ad claims the product stops shedding and promotes new growth while detailing purchase and pricing.
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Newbro
Frederick Manuell
Meryisnd Hbiock
Butte
Montana
Nowbra
Woodward &.Co
From Oxen to Automobiles in Jewell County Progress
A Jewell Republic item notes Judge Tom Postlethwaite and editor touring in a new car, recalling oxen days. They visit C A Shinn, a progressive farmer who helped bring the first telephone line, now supplying mail by door, widespread farm telephone use, electric lighting, fuel oil range, hot and cold water, a piano, magazines, and a government barometer among other modern conveniences.
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Jewell
Tom Postlethwaite
Jewell County
Kansas
Regiow
Postlethwaite
The
Republican
C. A. Shinn
Shine
Ottawa Loses Santa Fe Shops in Legal Dispute
A garbled report describes Ottawa facing a lawsuit involving Santa Fe shops and uncertain future terms. It mentions prejudice claims, uneasy town mood, and shops possibly leaving, with unclear details about parties or outcomes.
Foley's Honey and Tar Promoted as Lung Remedy
An advertisement asserts Foley's Honey and Tar stops coughs and heals lung troubles. A Nashua Iowa user claims two severe colds on the lungs improved after trying the product, following failures with other medicines and doctors. Barber & Son endorse it as the greatest cough and lung medicine.
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Foley
J. N. Patterson
Nashua
Iowa
Barber & Son
Lawyers Feature in Iola and Die Taul Rumors
Fragmentary lines claim Iola boasts a single lawyer who will not drink whisky while Lawe rence has several lawyers who will match cheese. Die taul mentions a lawyer who will… unclear details.
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Iola
Lawerence
Cost Estimates and Parcel Division Debate
Fragmented report describes cost estimates for a parcel division with shares of 250 dollars each. It notes a radio company agreeing to cover one fourth and mentions a city contribution, with property implications and a tie that was vindicated. The text is garbled and ends by referencing land on the east side to be remade.
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Paris
Vin Faritie Radioodted
Bowerseck
Texas Wonder Cure Ad and Education Note
An old advertisement touts The Texas Wonder Cure for kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles at one dollar for a two month mail treatment. A separate note mentions President ill of the State Normal being elected sixth vice president of the National Educational Association. A brief weather remark notes a promised rain that never arrived and a satirical line questions brewery fees as punishment after death.
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Texas Wonder
E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Louis
Bend
State Normal
National Educational Assection
City to Enforce Law Against Two Per Cent Beer
Mayor Barker urges strict enforcement in Lawrence as the two per cent beer sale grows. He states the law prohibits beer sales and notes no difference between two and four per cent beer. Authorities warn violators will be prosecuted.
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Barker
Kansas
Lawrence
The Charming Woman and Electric Bitters Endorsement
A fragment describes charm as more than looks, praising neat eyes smooth skin and sprightly health. It notes a physically weak woman lacks attractiveness but claims Electric Bitters restore strength and nerves and brighten eyes.
Nature Study as Primary Agriculture Guidance
Thomas H Scheffer of Kansas Agricultural College argues adaptable nature study boosts learning. Start with familiar natural objects, then expand to garden projects, window boxes, seed propagation, and school grounds improvement. Emphasize spirit over full technical mastery to engage students and enrich civics.
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Thos. H. Scheffer
Kansas Agricultural College
Ventilation tips for damp cellars to prevent health hazards
An 1890s advisory urges arranging cellar ventilation to vent damp air and odors from stored produce. Build a vertical board tube connected to a window to draw foul air out and keep the cellar dry. Proper airflow allegedly reduces disease risk and preserves vegetables longer.
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Eben E. Rexford
Outing Magazine
How Some Graduates' Diplomas Should Read
A satirical note questions diploma value claiming some graduates complete four years of college without true education and resemble a skullful boasting rather than attained knowledge, criticizing credentialism and the quality of higher education.
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Succesa Magazine
Economy Wise and Unwise
A reflection contrasts prudent governance with penny pinching that saves for show. The speaker laments those who overestimate saving cents yet neglect broader responsible economy, noting the value of thoughtful spending over mere frugality. The quote invokes a historical voice on fiscal prudence and public finance.
Ringling Brothers Parade Visits Lawrence A Majestic Pageant
The Ringling Brothers circus brings a three mile parade with 1266 performers from Europe and America through Lawrence on July 23. Advancing spectacle features gleaming chariots silks and Oriental drapings. The Journal offers a summer address change service and carpet cleaning by F H Bennett of 101 Mass.
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Lawrence
Ringling Brothers
Ringling Syaten
America
Europe
Foley's Honey and Tar Safe Under Pure Food Law
Notice to customers states Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug law as it contains no opiates or harmful drugs. Barber and Bon endorse it as a safe remedy for children and adults.
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Foley
Barber & Bon
Fourth of July Festivities In Burlingame End Quietly
The Burlingame Fourth celebration featured a morning parade by local merchants and a park program headlined by J. L. Brady of Lawrence. Auburn beat Burlingame 8 to 2 before dusk fireworks and a Meek Amusement Company finale. An Indian raid on the Santa Fe wagon train was repelled by Co. B.
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Burlingame
Caernaveaur & Bratton
W. F. Standiford
Isaac Iman
John Harkness
F. M. Hosebrough
Irving Haller
Paul Orlepp
Wm. Smith
D. J. Fair
First National Bank
Pioneer State Bank
Burlingame Bakery
Burlingame Enterprise
Burlingame High School
Bratton & Sons
Park
J. L. Brady
Lawrence
Auburn
Burlin
Santa Fe
Co. B
Meek Amusement Company
East Santa Fe Avenue
First class groceries and services advertised citywide
An old newspaper fragment lists multiple local businesses for groceries, flour and feed, photography, horses and stables, trunks and home goods, windmill groceries, transfer and packing services, plumbing, and upholstery. It highlights delivery, phone orders, and customer satisfaction.
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Woodward & Burr
Summer Clearance Sale of Linens and Corsets
Local ad announces a summer clearance offering linch cloths centers and stamped needle work at low prices. It promotes a Spirello corset described as rust proof pliable and guaranteed perfect fitting. Mrs. Connely at 903 Mass Street invites shoppers to inspect bargains.
July planting tips for navy beans and pickles
In July, plant navy beans turnip seed and cucumber seed for pickles. Bury a barrel six inches in soil and surround it with loose soil for several feet. Plant cucumber rows around the barrel and water the barrel each evening. Roots feed from the soil, not directly from the barrel.
Those Who Boost. Rock road subscriptions listed
A local notice lists the men who have pledged support for a rock road project. Subscriptions are being collected and the roster will grow daily as funds arrive. Names include Geo. D. Chambers, Bullene & Hackman, Merchants National Bank, People's State Bank, George Bowman, M. Robinson, and others.
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Rock Road
Geo. D. Chambers Tnnes
Bullene & Hackman Merchants National Bank
People’s State Bank
George Bowman
M. Robinson
Robinson & Winey Dick Bros
W. E. Spalding
Woodward & Co
Eldridge
Other Clothing Co
A. J. Griffin
J. B. Dunkel
What Dollar Can Do in a Town Economy
A circulating dollar message urges residents to keep money local. It explains how each dollar spent benefits beefsteak buyers, grocers, dry goods merchants, doctors, farmers, and the editor, ultimately supporting the town and local paper.
Want column describes hand woven summer hat and various help wanted ads
Hand woven Mexico fiber hat priced 50c. Indian Store 917 Mass St. Also wanted ads: good house six rooms or less, A B C geod Journal. housekeeper at 1146 Kentucky Mrs F H Roberts. rent near center, no children, J S McCrory 929 Alabama. girl for general house work, 919 Indiana St, phone 333. farmers to call when selling poultry, Wm F Helm Commission Co 716 Mason St. seeds corn, wheat, rye, oats and seed potatoes for sale by W H Pendleton.
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C. Seewir
Mass
St. I
Neil
Wm. F. Helm Commission Co
Mase
For Sale Classified Items From Early City Ads
Multiple local sale notices list a top buggy with steel tires, a 12 inch alternating current desk fan, a high grade typewriter, a Jersey cow and calf, a small outbuilding, and a four room modern cottage on a large lot. Contact details include Bell 269, Ben Garley, Harry Wey ermuller, Mrs O Bryan, 1332 Tennessee street, 109 Lincoln street.
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Tennessee Street
Lincoln Street
P. Sehneck
Publication and Bankruptcy Notice In Lawrence Daily Journal
Public notice from Douglas County Kansas District Court regarding Zora L Gore seeking a divorce from Paul Isaac Gore with a deadline to answer by August first published July 3 1907 and a sheriff sale of multiple trust defendants on August 13 1907 at 2 pm at the courthouse front door in Lawrence Kansas for partition of described lands in sections 33 10 and related parcels plus various classifieds including real estate for sale and rental listings and local train timetable references.
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Lawrences Daily Journal
District Court
Douglas County
Kansas
Zora L
Lawrence Daily Journal
District Court of the
Fourth Judicial District
John Sutters
Martha Wilson
John Boyd
Edward Boyd
William Boyd
Maggie Goldstrap
Myra Boyd
Joseph Neely
Thomas Miller
Joseph Miller
Lizzie Miller
William Henry Gailey
Annie May Gaily
James Elmer Gaily
Tallian Gaily
Edith Gaily
William H. Neely
Court House
Lawrence
N. E
N. W
J. R. Woodward
State of Kansas
Lucius Hiram Perkins
Adolph C. Ghiesa
Hazen
Alfred Whitman
For Rent Notices From Hanford and Morrison & Lemon
For Rent listings describe a new modern seven room house near the University at 25 dollars monthly by Hanford Investment Co and a four room house at 1215 New Jersey Street offered by Morrison and Lemon.
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Hanford Investment Co
New Jersey Street
Morrison & Lemon
Stock Auctioneer Promotes Services in Scribbled Ad
J N Harsh banger announces twenty years experience in crying wares and invites customers to Bee him for open dates at Trovillo and Kreider lumber yard with phones 54. Living at 716 Vermont, he claims to satisfy all kinds of work and guarantees proper shoeing.
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Crying
Wales
Trovillo and
Kreider’s
J. N. Harsh
Banger
Neas
Vermont
Band Medium Seeks Trial Reading in Kansas City
A blind medium located at 511 Minnesota Avenue in Kansas City Kansas offers trial readings for 10 cents per session, promising to read silver, stamps, and a lock of hair for verification.
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Minnesota Avenue
Kansas City
Kansas
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