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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1903
Page
2
The Lawrence Journal era battles rivals as floods reshape media and public attention. It notes absorption of competing titles and coverage of Kansas River floods, river restoration efforts, and political debate surrounding local leadership and railroad concerns. Citizens rally around the Journal as floods test infrastructure and governance.
A messy OCR fragment discusses policy debates in the Kansas Oil Life journal, mentions Sage missteps over property tithe, and cites Prof. H Penny on installing a pipe organ at the State Agricultural College in Manhattan. It references Adlai Stevenson’s presidential prospects and public budget concerns, plus varied education spending figures and police versus school funding comparisons across U.S. cities.
A chaotic fragment mentions Beere wing and Kloadike probes with $10,000,000 gain cited. It references Hosetter's Siemseh Bitters praised for fifty years, claiming broad cures. Mentions a Topeka Santa Fe strike and flood aid from Webb City to Jamestown, with Joplin donating cash to Kansas sufferers.
Chauncey Dewey Clyde Wilson and W J Meliride bound over to fall session in the Berry killings case. They will be taken to Goodland under guard by the Usborne militia. Defense offered no evidence. witnesses feared self incrimination. Court remanded accused to jail. trial set for early fall. Local tension and questions stirred by cowboy witnesses and defense refusals.
A reader from Salm Mo describes five years of kidney disease with poor results from doctors remedies and claims complete cure after using Foley's Kidney Cure. The note attributes summertime kidney irregularities to overwork and excessive drinking and urges Foley's Kidney Care.
For sale and rent notices list second hand Remington and Smith premier typewriters in best condition. Also sale of a high grade Colombo bar i rubber tired good saw. Rooms with force bath gas city and clients with address. Upright engine and boiler in order for sale. Residence property with modern improvements fine cistern barn in good condition. Hoste and loi house with five rooms and monthly payment plan. Yard office near court house. Berry pickers wanted at Highland berry farm XY miles south of Ballene.
General funds and various departments report receipts and disbursements including taxes collected, city wages, street and curb work, paving, lighting, water and gas charges, library and maintenance expenses, and transfers to sinking funds. Summary shows balances, overdrafts, and allocations for internal receipts, interest, and public works.
A London Daily Graphic naval correspondent describes Cavaliere Pino’s submarine, a nine foot diameter egg shaped craft with a two man crew, claw arms and an automatic grapnel. It resists eighty fathoms depth and uses a propeller wheel for movement plus surface telephone. Potential roles include treasure recovery, harbor protection, mine clearance and underwater cable work.
New evidence in the Alaska boundary dispute, gathered with secrecy for nearly a year, is prepared for a tribunal in London. Army officers who posed on a survey mission reportedly found old boundary marks and monuments supporting the United States claim. Maps and correspondence from St Petersburg and eastern Siberia strengthen the case, with John W. Foster coordinating a formal brief due by July 1.
Dr Patrick Manson and British colonial officials open a committee to advance practical measures against yellow fever spread in overcrowded Asian cities. American scientists will cooperate with related societies to pressure governments for immediate action.
Fragmentary OCR text recounts a ten year kidney disease experience by BA Gry of Gokville Indiana. Mentions inability to move parts of the body and seeking medical relief. Language is garbled with misspellings and incomplete phrases.
A crowd of about 15 000 gathered at the liberal arts building of the world’s fair in St Louis for the 31st national saengerfest opening. The event featured a 6000 voice mixed chorus and a large orchestra in Wagner and Mendelssohn works with soloists from major European houses and the Metropolitan Opera.
The Rio Grande elevated to a notable height, threatening 100 miles of lowlands. Levee remains intact as workers reinforce weak spots with sandbags. Rail lines washed out at White Spur and Mesquite, Earlham. trains delayed indefinitely. About 4,000 flood sufferers aided by the Kansas City relief committee. Barber Brothers advertise Chamberlain's Stomach and Liver Tablets for appetite and digestion.
In Jackson Kentucky on June 13 the arguments in the Marcum murder trial of Curtis Jett and Thomas White were not concluded as court adjourned. Crowds from surrounding counties packed the room, anxious over whether the jury will hang between life imprisonment and death. The defense opened with Judge French, while two lawyers faced off in tense moments, though no weapons entered the courtroom.
Washington reports Jewish organizations in Russia have petitioned President and Secretary Hay for hearings on Jewish status. The president, after a meeting with Hay, says the matter is covered by last week’s conference and no further action is planned at this time.
Washington June 1 The United States Attorney Kenan of Montana reports to Attorney General Knox regarding prosecutions in the peony case. Warrants are expected to be issued for a broader group as the department aims to eliminate the evil nationwide and vigorously prosecute any uncovered dii covered.
An old advertisement touts Hall's Catarrh Cure as the only remedy that cures catarrh in stages and promises a $100 reward if it fails. It claims constitutional treatment reaches the blood and mucous surfaces, building up the system while destroying the disease's foundation. Also promotes Dail's Family Pills as best.
More than 140 contestants will compete as some of the best known fencers in the country gather for the three day event at the range. Debriningville and other venues host the competition with wide local interest.
Daesel Bantz of Otterville Iowa says he suffered asthma for years and tried many cures with little relief until Foley's Honey and Tar gave immediate help. He praises the product and would not be without it in his home. Brow to Brow.
An old newspaper notice advertises a glove sale by The Dry Cleaner represented by Innes and Ba Boo A Heckman with sale agents for Porria bid gloves. The item promotes women’s cream yout and gloves and mentions Glove Bites and wervested in the listing.
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