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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1898
Page
1
The Lawrence Journal reports on the ongoing Spanish American War stance with Commodore Dewey’s Manila engagement heralded as a historic naval action. Notes optimism for further American victories, calls for patriotic consumer choices, and praise for timely news. highlights changes in public sentiment, press relevance, and journalistic effort.
Lawrence volunteers at Camp Leedy report muddy travels from Topeka to camp and rough weather but good quarters. They praise Company H and cooks and invite Lawrence folk to write, while detailing Miss Lottie Howes Crane’s theater career and a surge in Journal subscriptions for war news.
Emil Gathman of Chicago, a steel expert with Krupp ties, visited Carnegie Steel in Pittsburgh to arrange a test of a new explosive shell. George W. McMillin, inventor, arrived to oversee manufacturing of about a dozen samples, to be sent to Sandy Hook for government testing. The device, offered to the navy, is described as more dangerous than existing projectiles and could affect future engagements with Spanish ships.
The War Department rejects impractical coast defense ideas including a kerosene oil spray over water to deter enemies on James River. A Petersburg contractor proposed it, but experts warn of uncontrollable spreading, risks to riverfront property, and limited impact on iron and steel ships. For rail information call 7, Samia Fedepor.
Since its publication the Entomological Bulletin has attracted requests from U S state agri departments colleges and private individuals Affected governments include the Netherlands France and Germany The list of recipients spans ship lines embassies universities and private firms with requests from Boston Albany Philadelphia Memphis Kansas City and more for multiple copies and study use
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A dense, old text fragment discusses causes of spontaneous hemorrhage in the chest and abdomen, spleen rupture risks, and death timelines. It cites cases across ages and sexes, noting obesity, alcohol use, heart disease, and tropical illness as predispositions. It also notes the danger of silent, prolonged diseases like gastric ulcers and mentions gold stock estimates and mint reports.
Local merchant laments poor results from patent medicines yet reports Beggs Cherry Cough Syrup relieved throat cough and June difficulties among customers and patients. Barber Bros advertise sleeper reservations via phone 33 at Santa Fe depot.
A Century Magazine excerpt by Sara Y. Stevenson recalls the waning pomp of the imperial court after a prince and princess left the palace. The text contrasts Maximilian’s affable memory with Empress Carlota’s reserved dignity and suggests her influence faded after 1864, ending the formal court ceremonies and public access.
On a New York visit Blanche K Bruce recounts a voyage to Washington after becoming Mississippi’s senator. Captain Leathers challenged Bruce’s status, but Bruce insisted on his seat, asserting that a man of color can be as fit as any white senator. The captain relented, and the three day trip ended with mutual respect aboard.
An Eliza J. Decker suit in Somerset seeks to recover lands valued at about 1 0 0 0 0 tied to the town’s growth including the depot, shops, electric plant, and Baptist chapel. The case stems from a past alleged shooting and a wife’s deed while her husband escaped in disguise, with 130 interested parties and a $100 000 stake.
The piece surveys fashionable headwear and dress from a bygone era, detailing hats with plumes, velvet and satin trims, and decorative borders. It notes vibrant colors, pink and violet schemes, and elaborate accessories, alongside mentions of jewelry, ribbons, and the festive display in retail windows.
A fashion article surveys cycling coats and street suits for women, noting a shift toward elaborately stitched cords, braiding, and long revers. Norfolk doublets and tailored jackets remain in style with varied trims, while outfits balance between plain and showy looks amid social expectations.
Fragmented text appears to describe silk garments with tucks and a pale rose color, then abruptly shifts to a cooking recipe. The clothing portion mentions yellow silk gowns with center plaits and bishop sleeves, while the recipe details beating eggs, milk, and a fry method for an omelette style dish. The overall readability is poor with broken phrasing and mixed topics.
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