14 Jun 1902
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1902
Page
1
A bundled string of 19th century dispatches discusses Kansan political shifts since 1888, Roosevelt era reciprocity with Cuba, university salaries, and editorial tensions with Topeka Capital. It recounts Lincoln era and British succession debates, token references to Major Waller, Bryan, and colonial history with moral reflections on governance and education in Kansas.
A reflective meditation on life’s refusals and desires. The essay explores how pursuit and attainment lead to disappointment, the allure of distant peaks, and the illusion of fulfillment. It contrasts personal sorrow with larger moral and spiritual questions, citing literature and philosophy to probe meaning and faith amid hardship.
A crowded directory lists English Lutheran, First Baptist, United Presbyterian, Pilgrim, Christian, Unitarian, Presbyterian, First M E, Free Methodist, St. Joseph's Catholic, Trinity, and other churches. It notes pastors, service times, Sunday schools, youth groups, and prayer meetings, plus a filler note about an 1836 Hall's Catarrh Cure advertisement and medical claims.
Senate met in executive session to consider Capt Crozier for chief of ordnance while the Cuban reciprocity message was read. The house then passed the irrigation bill by 146 to 95 with minor amendments. The bill creates a reclamation fund for public land sales to finance irrigation works across western states and territories.
Chicago wholesale milliners pledged to destroy or remove bird bodies and plumage after Milliners Audubon society investigations found plumage protected by Illinois and federal laws. Edward B. Clark led efforts, prompting countermanded orders to European suppliers and broad compliance. The crusade follows a 2 year effort to stop birds on streets and in shops.
A boy claimed his father appeared in a dream curing the night and foretold his death the next morning. The day ended with the coming sunrise, marking a grim premonition fulfilled as the boy awaited the fatal hour. In other notes, Naval Constructor Hobson eyed retirement due to eyesight, and a missing girl Katharine Bullen sought across Pueblo in a mental wandering. Famine worsens in Siberia with many seeking Irkutsk shelter amid scarcities. cattle plague adds to distress. San Diego reports Jemone price spikes as fruit moves eastward. A pervasive ailment drives demand for Dean's Ointment as a universal comfort.
Washington June 44 Miss Mary Custis Lee daughter of Gen Robert E Lee was arrested after boarding a Washington Alexandria and Mount Vernon Electric car and occupying the colored passenger section. She refused to move despite explanations and was taken to the police station where she told her story calmly and later grew emotional after reaching friends. Supreme Lodge A M W met at Portland to discuss beneficiary rule changes extending eligibility beyond blood relations. Ely's Liquid Dream Hater advertised as a safe remedy for nasal catarrh with sprayable form. Bly Brothers offered Lingata Cream and other products for sale.
On June 14 High Sheriff Hunter C White removed his deputy sheriffs from streetcar duty after claims they prompted crowds The city remained quiet with 1500 troops still on duty Gov Kimball ordered troops on standby The Pawtucket avenue line was halted with militia guarding the first car as demonstrators were kept from attacking the tracks Police and militia presence restrained potential clashes and city talks considered reopening under protection
The report details widespread labor unrest with coal miners striking in Wilkesbarre and Panther Creek valley amid pressure on workers and merchants. Firemen engineers and pump men are joining the strike, while other trades face agitation. Separate notes mention Norfolk and Western strike erosion in Huntington and Algoma, Indian Ridge, and Coopers. workers return to duty under agitator pressure. A visit by Gen. Leonard Wood condemns Cuban expenditure irregularities. Nevada court rules Modern Woodmen case in favor of the plaintiff. A tornado near Memphis injures seven and destroys two houses. Five heat deaths reported in New York with extreme temperatures across Kentucky Tennessee Alabama and surrounding states. Urgent health warnings reference infant diseases as Dr Fowler's remedy is ineffective against several outbreaks.
Mrs W B Wake of 34 Broad Street Rahway New Jersey was told she had no hope of recovery from anemia and weakness. After three years of illness and weight loss to 45 pounds she began taking Dr Williams Pink Pills for Pale People and soon recovered fully. The pills cost 50 cents a box or four fifty for six.
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