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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1902
Page
3
Washington June 28. Republican senators meet to discuss Cuban reciprocity as beet sugar leaders fear adverse action. Supporters expect the Spooner bill to prevail in conference, while a treaty sending appears unlikely this session.
A bill introduced by Mell of Coloniade covers the reform driven by the judiciary committee. It seeks general publicity of corporations dealing with interstate issues and requires detailed filings with the secretary. Stock classes must be clarified, with references to watered stock and titling concerns. The measure contends with enforcement, penalties, and landlord-tenant style disclosure from government agencies. The record mentions the president and a broader legal framework, plus the potential impact on business and governmental oversight.
Multen and Dor Kay rode hard from Pocadella 26 miles away, finishing neck and neck with less than 15 feet between them. They used four horse relays and completed the feat about one hour and 35 minutes after the start. The schedule will continue for several days with tests and further trials expected.
Crowds witness the Southwestern Aviation tournament opening with lively events. Mount Vernon Missouri wins the first prize in a 10 yard honk and ladder race. Fort Smith Arkansas takes second. Hose teams from Carterville Missouri Butler Missouri Lamar Missouri and Pierce City Missouri compete in 100 yard race and hose work. Harvest laborers demand 5000 men for wheat harvest in southern Kansas. state labor bureau dispatches 1500 men along the Santa Fe line with more expected.
Major Lir Udton Waller touring the breakin navy yard area discusses court-martials and Philippine experiences. He defends U S actions while criticizing alleged abuses by both sides, denying further interview. Supreme Lodge Ancient Order United Workmen officers elected in Portland. Rock Island route changes announced to bypass dangerous Chectaw Northern hills. Denver post office registry department robbed on Monday.
A confused jumble of reports details a burglary at a depot with deposit boxes opened and letters missing, a Denver arbitration move ending a four week building strike affecting 4900 workers, a new Colorado archdeacon appointment, Muscatine box factory strike, a British exhibit pledge for the 1904 World’s Fair, a large miner march toward Pocahontas, and a Union Pacific excursion promo to Ft. Riley with schedule and sights along the Kansas river route.
Notices direct subscribers leaving town to settle at the office for papers not delivered, charging the Quacrita with lacking authority to collect money for undelivered issues. The message emphasizes proper payment handling and delivery accountability.
Notice requests patrons to report undelivered papers by 6 o'clock to improve regular delivery. It asks subscribers to settle missed bills with carriers for papers closed during the prior month. Also mentions a large Leavenworth tent meeting with 1,000 attendees and several minor shocks felt. Fortunes and unrelated items follow.
A sensational London rumor claims a plot to kill King Edward, with Scotland Yard on high alert. Reported illness at Aldershot prompted questions, while officials kept details vague as detectives remained on duty. The king’s Windsor trip and motor car movements are cited as suggesting no impending attack.
A garbled report touches on agriculture in Kansas with references to a study or survey. It mentions prices, yields, and percentages, along with mentions of people and places in a scattered, unreadable text. The fragment implies regional farming data and potential market indicators without clear specifics.
A scrambled report outlines events across Missouri and nearby states. It notes a grand jury, a courtroom order, and a convention with delegates from St. Joseph Sedalia Jefferson City Joplin Columbia and St. Louis. It mentions a Baptist Young People's Union session in Hannibal with about 400 attendees and broad statewide representation.
A young man found in an uncori morous condition died of starvation in a large city. After a few days of treatment with a dose of Hostattera Biomech Blters, he temporarily recovered. The piece claims many fear eating proper food and that stomachs weaken, causing poor digestion and related ailments.
A Kansas City man at 1007 Grand Ave credits Doan's Kidney Pills with relief from severe back pain and kidney distress after months of weakness and sleepless nights. His wife bought the remedy, and he reports complete, lasting relief with no recurrence. Dick Bros. Drug Store advertises the product and urges readers to follow local endorsements.
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