02 May 1898
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1898
Page
1
Judge W. W. Nevison was elected judge pro tem in the district court this morning. Orders were taken for Mrs. Cutter's cake and bread at the Home store on Mass Street. The fire department conducted its regular monthly drill this morning.
A cryptic notice reports that an area named WIL Not Ne Shat an was hacked to deter visitors. The brief cites security concerns and an effort to shield Seora from crowds and attention.
Washington Post No 12 members are summoned to a G A R ball on Tuesday morning May 3 at 7 30 to escort the United States Volunteer company to the depot. All with side arms near them. Lawrence volunteer company drills tonight near the Union Pacific depot. North side ladies plan a farewell supper at Snyder's ball after the drill to celebrate Commodore Dewey’s victory in the Philippines.
Lavishly decorated with bunting and national colors, veterans call for a May 3 assembly at 7:30 a.m. in front of the G.A.R. hall for a march to Congregational church exercises. Proclamations urge citywide business closures May 31 to honor Lawrence volunteers with a parade to the station, while varied local notices cover farming, carpet moth control, store sales, and regional happenings in Douglas and Lecompton areas.
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