The Journal of Lawrence Kansas 1908 Detail Chronicle
The Journal, Lawrence Kansas, traces its origins back to 1857 and describes its growth via mergers and rebranding. It publishes daily telegraphic reports, a duty edition each evening, and a weekly eight page edition, with distribution to county post offices.
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Lawrence Republican
Stiate Journal
Herald of Freedom
Lawrence ‘Tripune
Lawrence
Journal
Kansas
the Journal
Lawrence Daily Journal
Donglaes County
Alexander T. Joffrey
Moral admonition on societal order and the old path
A preacher condemns fleeing for personal desire and warns that moral sentiment returns to expose defiance. He argues the old, familiar way is safer and notes doubts about new postal policies aimed at mail order fraud, warning the inadequacy of such explanations.
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Postoffea
Public notices and community snippets from Vinland and Wichita
A mix of letters and notices covers postage policy debates, a church joiner’s confession, editorials lampooning local figures, a Wichita joke about sins, Ely’s Cream Balm praise, and a remark on a woman’s view of happiness tied to virtue. The collage reflects local concerns, humor, and advertisements.
Texas Wonder and Cure Claims for Diseases
An old advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney bladder and rheumatic trouble with a $1 bottle offering two months treatment. It lists Dr E W Hail of St Louis a source and mentions mail orders and testimonials claiming cures and a money back guarantee if it fails.
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E. W. Hail
Olive, Street
St. Louis
Dandelion Remedy Claims Kidney and Rheumatism Relief
A home remedy recipe promotes fluid extract dandelion, compound kargon, and syrup of senna to treat kidney trouble backache bladder issues and rheumatism. The ad asserts the mixture acts gently yet effectively, with many users reporting quick relief and swelling reduction. A local druggist warns the recipe could affect patent medicine sales.
Strange Co Incidence In Murder Case At Fantroy House
Five years earlier a colored man named Raymond was found dead in the yard of the same house now occupied by David Fantroy. Neighbors recall a similar pattern with no investigation or clues, though Raymond was described as a hardworking man who kept chickens and kept money in his Bible.
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Fantroy
David Fantroy
Lawrence
Raymond
Testimony on Kidney Cure Ends Four Year Gap
G B Burhans of Carlisle Center reports four years symptom free after Foley's Kidney Cure. He states he was cured of brick dust sediment and pain and recommends the remedy to others with kidney or bladder issues. Barber & a. note large fortunes from small grafts soon grow.
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G. B. Borhans
Carlisle Center
Foley
Barber & A
Big Wolf Hunt in Jefferson County
A county wide wolf hunt is planned for Wednesday in Jefferson County. Participants will meet two miles south of Meriden and drive east along Santa Fe track then to Walter N Allen’s farm, turn south past Prairie Creek school, reach the State road to Kilmer, and proceed to the county line. Only shotguns allowed and walkers except company captains. The Associated Charities will meet tomorrow at 11 at the YMC A building for special business.
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Jefferson County
Meriden
Santa Fe
Walter N. Allen
Prairie Creek
Kilmer
Petitioners Fight for Herbert Parole Case Demand Fair Review
A letter from McNeal and other community members urges parole officials to reconsider the Herbert parole request. The authors defend Herbert’s character, cite industrial and civic ties, and push for a careful, nonracial review of his suitability for release.
Cure for Misery Promised by Electric Bitters
R M James of Lowellen Ohio declares a cure for malaria misery with Electric Bitters. Sold at Barber & Son's drug store in 50 cent bottles, the tonic is said to ease chills and attacks and purify blood, relieving stomach liver and bladder complaints under guarantee.
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R.M. James
Lowellen
8. C
Barber & Son
Droz
Notice to School Children About Picture Exhibition and Talks
Notice warns public school children will not be taken to the picture exhibition but will be instructed at times about the dangers of pneumonia. Talks are set for ten and two with emphasis on health and prevention. Barber & Son sells Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs and lung strength. A separate notice states the writer disclaims debts contracted by his wife Faye A. Stoner who has left his home.
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Foley
Barber & Son
Faye A. Stoner
Nomination Petition Blanks Sold at Journal Rooms
The Journal job rooms stock official petition blanks for candidates seeking signatures for the party primary. Forms cover city and county precincts and are approved by the state commission. Blanks cost 50 cents for a single or two for five cents in bulk. smaller lots under 25 available.
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Journal
State Commission
Kennedy Plumbing Co Market Roofing Mills and Pumps
Agents for Samson and bieal windmills and a full line of pumps. Svevint attention to country trade. If you want a home see the Atlas, rate 6 percent monthly payments.
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Samson and Bieal Mills
Kennedy Plumbing CO
Local Politicians Announced For City Elections
Anno, The Journal lists candidates for city council wards three, five, six and first ward. A. L. Cox, D. M. Lindly, E. B. Dicker, A. R. Maxwell, George Innes, and J. C. Rudolph among others seek Republican primaries. March 23 and August 4 dates noted. Also notes various local services and ads.
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The
Journal
A. L. Cox
Third Ward
Mass Convention and City Election Proclamation
Lawrence Democrats set a mass convention at P A A building March 1 to nominate one councilman per ward and two school board members for the April 1 election. Mayor proclaims ward by ward polling places and hours 8 a m to 6 p m with notices of appointment and county committee actions.
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Avis
Democrats
City of
Lawrence
S P.m
Democratic County Committee
Db. H. Lewis
Lawrence Daily Journal
Kansas
Board of
Oseation
Vermont Street
City Hall
W. Warren
Massachusetts Street
Henry St
Locust and
Pa. Sts
Sixth Ward
A. C. A. W. Hall
Geo. J. Barker
F. D. Brooks
Wanted column listing sales jobs and household help
Classified notices offer sales positions at five cents monthly with expenses to start. two elderly women for laundry work. lace repair and laundering. elderly woman seeking housekeeper cook and seamstress. young widow seeks general house work. second hand wagon wheel sale. sale of fruit plants and real estate lots. competent woman for general house work. governess or private family maid position. requests for farm produce and seeds supplier. Includes contact details and addresses.
Lost items reported in West Lawrence area
A white Teddy bear baby award and a black leather handbag with coin and spectacles are missing in West Lawrence. A small black Parker pen with nail file is also reported lost. Reward offered. contact Bell 222 and Patterson's Millinery store for return.
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Lawrence
West Lawrence
Les
Mei
Patterson
Free Firewood Offered From Orchard Trimmings
Thirty loads of orchard trimmings are free to anyone who hauls them away. Most are in good condition and suitable for use as fuel. Located in the santhest suburbs, offered by Geo. W. Maffet.
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Cammut
Geo. W. Maffet
Santhest
Republican City Primaries Call Set for March 23
A notice from the Republican City Central Committee announces city primaries on Monday March 23 from 2 to 7 pm at usual voting places. Candidates needed include one councilman per ward and two school board members. ward supervisors listed by name.
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Theyarest
Republican City Central Committee
Vist
C. L. Linton
A. Beeker
Adam Carter
J. D. Barton
Gee. Campbell
S. B. Hines
George W. Kaine
Charles M. Gilmore
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Werely
Lawrence Journal Company
J. L. Brady
Japan
China
Gearng
Tom Watson
Saliva Journal
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Waghdito
Stevens
Becuse
Russia
Vinland
Doolittle
Winkind Vine
A. D. Walker
Holton
Holten Recorder
A.s. Walker
Walker
Wichita Eagle
Wichita
IsadJy
Ely
Eluset Ramon
Fise
Burhans
Associated Charities
BBS
Ate Printer
Herbert Case
Tor McNeal
Jesse
McNeal
Topeka
Marek
Lawrence Journal
Herbert Seat
Terbert
Tully
Aid
Merbert
Parole Board
Herbert
Sven
Stoner
Dyn Ne
Trenton
Perfection
Clarence B. G. Sheridan
Ind
Sterling Remedy Co
Chicago
West Vubisher
Ciy
Kan
Mayel Tv
Yuesday
D. Brooks
Annoum
M. Lindly
Fifth Ward
E. B. Dicker
Roller
A. R. Maxwell
Board of Education
George Innes
J. C. Rudolph
Edward Bumgardner
Register of Deeds
Republican County
D. W. Littell
T Am
W. E. Hazen
R. C. Haney
A. P. Hultz
Republian
Fourth Ward
J. H.awilder
Mr. Grilley
Matie Morgan
Mass
Empire Dream Separators
Kenedy & Ernst
W. J. Prancises & Sons
Lawrence Transfer Co
Bell- Montealf Implement Co
Connery
Clifton T. Hiatt
Abe Wolfson
Rene Eae Farm and & Property
Eneed. P Responsible
Te EL Gillham
Sao Yo
W. 5
Everett
Nlermingsen Cigar Co
Toledo
Vermont St
New Hampshire Street
Call
Ark
Matt
Ohio Street
J. Pierson
Maine
St. West Lawrence
Misa
Reed
Mise
Sibley
Gideon
Midland
City Lomas
McKenzie & Lovejoy
Mase
Frank Strong
Addraia A. GA
Texas
W. H. Pendleton
Lobt
Nick
Mass St
Indy
St. Bell
W. Stapleton Jonson
K. Hason
Charles £. Brown
Timothy Hay
Debarn
William Miller
Bell
Douglas County
Peti- West
Nime
County of
Douglas
State of
Alexander T. Jeffrey
Ohio
Plendid
Elm &J
North Lawrence
Liz
Pinckney Street
Alabama Street
F. Herrington
Adaline Dowler
Kans
New York St
East
Quincy
C. D. Pickens
S. E. Comer Elliott
Louisians Streets
Ray
C. M. Laws
Fred A. Clarke
Plaintiff
Hesters
Union Pacific
Sts
Lawrence National Bank
Asberit Fattuans Critiaa
Merchanta Bank
Lawrence, Kans
Hugh Blair
L. S. Steele
Massachusetts
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