05 Mar 1889
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 05, 1889
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR text outlines a rental or boarding notice with mentions of board and lodging per week, central location, and contacts. The readable fragments reference a Bridger or similar name and a test entry, but details are unclear and incomplete.
An old advertisement touts Ballard's Horehound Syrup as a universal cure for whooping cough, consumption, coughs, colds, and asthma. It claims opium-free ingredients, strengthens lungs, and advises guardians to use it for restless nights. The text also references Shiloh's Vitalizer and other patent remedies with physician-like certainty.
The Twenty Sixth General Benjamin Harrison inaugurated as President of the United States in a ceremony marking the transfer of executive power. Harrison pledged to lead the nation through war and peace with a focus on economic stabilization and national security, as crowds gathered in Washington.
The Capitol City drew a large crowd as tens of thousands joined a defiant march in support of a dramatic challenge to authorities. Organizers framed the event as a firm stand for rights, with participants claiming solidarity across neighborhoods and age groups.
A Fresilebt figure outlines core principles touching national Veepies, presenting a weathered oath pressed into politics. The speech highlights loyalty, constitutional duties, and public service amid a rain soaked moment shaping future governance.
The ceremony marks the inaugural of Benjamin Harrison as president with Morton as vice president, amid a grand procession through Washington. Crowds fill Pennsylvania Avenue, banners adorn shops, and a formal oath of office is administered by the Chief Justice as the nation enters the second century of the constitution. The address covers national unity, commerce, immigration, and the duties of government, with remarks on expansion, defense, and reform.
The opening ball at the Pension Building dazzles with a two story Japanese pagoda center, massive columns, and gilded galleries. Beck’s Philadelphia orchestra plays as President Harrison and Vice President Marion are honored with rich banners, drapery, and electric light displays transforming the court into a grand, celebratory spectacle.
The Lawrence business directory lists J. Barker attorney at law at the National Bank building with Thacher and Spangler connected to the National Bank. Norton is noted near Douglas County Bank with a reception committee led by General McCammon. A formal reception pathway was formed by committee members as the party moved to the stairway, with General McCammon and Mrs Hermann escorted by Col. Brown.
The closing ceremony of the fiftieth Address features President Bratem Ingalls and Speaker Carlisle with Vice President Morton presiding as the senate adjourns. Remarks praise impartial leadership, gratitude for service, and hopes for future self government, followed by a flamboyant outdoor torch display by the Bambea clubs on the monument grounds in Atchison.
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