The Journal history and editorials from 1908 items
The Journal of Lawrence Kansas traces its lineage to earlier papers and details its daily and weekly editions and distribution. The piece comments on political figures, party loyalties, and criticism of Chicago advertising pitches, plus opinions on Gen Stoessel and the Catholic church stance in earlier times.
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Journal
Lawrence Republican
State Journal
Herald of Freedom
Lawrence ‘Tribune
Lawrence
Associated Prean
Kansas
the Journal
Chicago
Catholic Church Appeals for Aid in Crisis in Lawrence
In Lawrence, religious leaders call for united action as a crisis tests the community. The Catholic Church argues for support and criticizes racial prejudice while urging aid for vulnerable residents amid rising tensions.
War Horse Death Triggers Power Struggle in Palmyra Narrative
The article recalls Beeph Chamberlian and Joe Chamberlian amid Palmyra politics where the “machine” influenced elections. It notes Chamberlian’s fall after backing a younger rival, a former Baker University student, who challenged established power and moved toward a legislative career.
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Beeph
Einyy
Stenie Stwaty
Atianost
Memiery Ber
Palmyra
Palas
Joe Chamaherlian
Jow
Chamberlian
Palyrora
Staether Wits
Vonae Vetere
Baker University
Lecompion
Joel Chambertian
Joe Chamberlian
Joe
Utah
Ike
United
Dr Lyon's Tooth Powder Advertised as Superior Dentifrice
Fragmentary ad copy touts Dr Lyon's Tooth Powder for cleansing preserving and beautifying teeth and purifying breath. Mentions establishment in 1566 by IF 4 Lyon and references a sales pitch amid garbled text and unclear names.
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Lyon
Texas Wonder Elixir Promoted For Kidney and Rheumatic Relief
An advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a cure for kidney bladder and rheumatic troubles. It promotes a $1 bottle offering two months of treatment via druggist or mail and invites readers to request testimonials from Dr. E. W. Hall at 2926 Olive Street, St. Louis.
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E. W. Hall
Olive Street
St. Tavis
Cap Stover Reaches Rio and Clark on Same Day
Captain Stover reports from Rey and Cha o on the same day as his son Rey, an officer aboard a great steamer fleet bound for the Pacific. Messages travel via Western Union linking distant ports Rio de Janeiro and Cashel while families await replies.
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Stover
Rey
Rio
Clao
Staver
Pacific
Rie de Daneiro
Cashle
Chieti
Niles
Atel
Cure for Misery Promises Fast Relief with Electric Bitters
R M James of Louellen South Carolina touts Electric Bitters as a cure for malaria poison misery. The tonic is sold in 50 cent bottles and guarantees quick relief from chills bilious attacks jaundice and stomach bladder ailments at Barber and Sons drug store.
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R. M. James
Louellen, S. C
Barber & Son’s
Annual G A R Encampment Set For Kansas City May 1921
The annual state G A R encampment will be held in Kansas City Kan May 19 20 and 21. Candidates for department commander include W A Morgan of Cottonwood Falls and Dr B F Boyle of Atchison with Boyle currently strongest and endorsed by several posts. Boyle is pastor of the Presbyterian church at Atchison and vice president commander of the G A R.
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Kansas City
Kansas
Kan
W. A Morgan
Cottonwood Falls
B. F. Boyle
Atchison
Boyles
Byterian Church
Jce
Matinee Idol Worshippers at Lawrence Girls Show
Lawrence girls attend a matinee and mob the actors Jatteas and others. The crowd, described as worshippers, chases the performers through town, peering from windows and greeting the stars with bows after the show.
Time The Place And The Girl at Bowersock Opera House
The Time The Place And The Girl comes to Bowersock Opera House next Tuesday March 3 with an eight months Chicago run endorsement. A musical comedy with lively action and original character types. Music by Joseph E. Howard and book by Hough and Adams. Prices 1.50 1.00 and 50 cents.
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Bowersock Opera House West
Chicago
Joseph E. Howard
Messrs. Hough and Adams
Duan's Kidney Pills Claim Backache Relief
A reader testifies to back pain and kidney trouble improving after taking Duan's Kidney Pills. Mrs. C. L. Werts of Lawrence Kansas describes years of pain and lameness, noting sharp loins pain and nocturnal discomfort, then rapid improvement after use. Sold by drug stores with Foster Millett as U.S. agent. one-Dose claim emphasized.
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C. L. Werts
Louisiana
Lawrence, Kan
Dean
Duan
Foster-Miliwary
Buffalo
New York
United Ates
Doas
Lawrence County notices and business listings blend with legal action
Local notices announce a Republican primary candidacy for Register of Deeds and a District Court suit in Douglas County Kansas. The legal filing seeks quieting of title on a 30 acre tract and names multiple defendants with March 27 deadline for answer. Separate ads promote beauty parlors, cement contractors, horse stables, carriage and trunk services, sewing machines, mills, plumbing, and loan offers along Massachusetts Street and nearby areas.
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Alden C. Millard
Edwin J. Decker
Teane L. Kidder
Julia S. Fitch
Charles O. Fitch
Edward Fitch
Edwin J. Necker
Isaac L. Kidder
Julia
Charles Q. Fitch
Edward
Fiteh
District Court
Douglas County
Kansas
W. L. Kiefer
Aldee C. Millard
Isaac J. Kidder
Julia $. Fitch
Local Service Ad Offers Per-Job Rates
A small business listing advertises pay between 3 and 5 dollars per job. Includes route and contact as 943 New Hampshire Street, New Bell phone 604, Lawrence, Kansas.
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Bell
Lawrence
Kamas
W. G. Meairs
Hampshire Street
Bell Phone
Wanted trade for Lawrence property in Wisconsin
Classified notes show multiple wants to trade land and farms in Wisconsin and nearby towns for Lawrence properties, including a small dairy farm for a Lawrence return, plus various sales pitches for farms, houses, and rental or exchange options. Names like McKenzie and Lovejoy, HOSFORD INVESTMENT CO, and local addresses appear, with references to farms, mules, and real estate opportunities.
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Wisconsin
Lawrence Peoperty
Greenwood
Wis
Hell
Lawrened
Lawrence
Ween
University Distret
Hosford Investment
For Rent Notices Collage of Fragments
Fragmented rental ads show rooms and living spaces offered by individuals. Listings mention streets, contact names like H Brett and Pickens, and locations such as Kentucky street and Tell phate ted. Text is incomplete with multiple garbled words and unclear details.
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H. Brett
Kentucky Street
Lost. Lost Fes fut svart at Fraternal Ad Wall
Fragmented notice notes an event at a Fraternal Ad Wall on Thursday night. The readable pieces hint at a mass and a possible gathering, but details are unclear and names or places are not identifiable.
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Svart
Eyer Peti Mass
St. Amd Rdesiye Ve
Fragmented OCR reads mixed up local notice
The readable text hints at a contested event with invited guests and local tensions in a city during a divisive gathering. It mentions diversity students and awards at a banquet, with references to secrecy and intrusion. The rest is garbled.
Bucklen’s Arnica Cures Piles and Heals Sores
Barber and Bucklen's Drug Store promotes Bucklen’s Arnica as a versatile remedy. A user reports relief from piles and chapped hands after applying the salve, and a shave wound reportedly healed without scarring.
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Chamberlain
Clinton
Bucklen
Arnica
Barber &Y
S Drug Store
Humane Society and YOM meeting announced for Thursday
The Uniate society plans a Thursday gathering at the YOM CLAS rooms to discuss forming a Humane Society. The meeting will outline work and determine if the project gains sufficient interest before proceeding.
Burhans Testifies To Kidney Cure Evidence
Carlisle Center resident G. B. Burhans recalls writing four years ago about being cured of kidney trouble after using Foley's Kidney Cure. He claims symptoms like brick dust in urine and pain disappeared and has not returned.
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G. B. Burhans
Carlisle Center
Foley
Andi
Kelly Pool Inquisition Rehearses at Lawrene Hall
An inquisition into alleged misconduct at Kelly Pool discusses betting, gate controls, and suspicious play. Witnesses testify while authorities review evidence and suspend a key participant. The inquiry focuses on the Mulltine society and humane treatment concerns as Lawrence residents rally behind reform.
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Kinga
Leda
Sotinhlig
Lide
Tola
Appointment Notice of Executor for Luents HL Perkins Estate
On February 1, 1908, W. US Carruth was appointed and qualified as executor of the estate of Lu ents HL Perkins, late of Douglas County, deceased. All interested parties are advised to govern themselves accordingly.
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Lawrence Daily Journal
Douglas County
Kansas
Luents HL Perkins
W. US Carruth
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