26 Mar 1881
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 26, 1881
Page
1
General Grass requests Elizabeth Van Lew of Richmond Virginia be reappointed as Postmistress citing valuable information on Lee's movements. The Daily Journal notes Libby Prison sale proposals and obser ves varied opinions across papers about monuments and historical figures.
Telegraph reports show daily departures from St Louis to New Orleans with grain laden barges. On the 24th 150000 bushels of bulk wheat set afloat, a scale likened to twenty three freight trainloads, signaling a sea change in west to seaboard transport and a potential end to railroad dominance.
In Leavenworth factional party tickets mix with an independent citizens’ movement led by Cal D I Anthony and Major Ross amid business backing. Also notes on Clinton church leadership, retirement of J W Croce, and a Blackwood’s Magazine review summary with publication details.
Mauger and Averys Monthly Wool Cheslar reports renewed weakness in wool sales as cold weather slows spring and fall woolens. Manufacturers stay cautious, dealers push to realize on stocks, and a broader market decline rides on uncertainty about the next clip and goods demand.
California and Texas wools show slow demand with abundant fall wools pressuring prices. London auctions progress quietly with large stocks. domestic receipts and imports listed. The Cunard steamer Servia under construction is described with capacity and design details. Education notice offers private instruction by W. O. Carpenter.
A garbled listing highlights multiple real estate offerings including farms up to 200 acres, frame houses with outbuildings and water access. Properties span about 4 miles from a town, with descriptions of wheat fields, spring water, vines, and potential for development, all priced via cash offers.
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