14 May 1880
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1880
Page
1
Large crowds gathered for Joseph Cook's lecture yesterday as authorities report strong interest for next Monday evening. The Princeton Review highlights his fame and the compelling delivery of his address on natural law and related themes, praising his clear, persuasive style.
The Blackburn strike spreads disruption as factory operatives walk out and others switch to nearby mills in Oldham. Employers refuse transfers while some masters offer partial raises. Affected towns prepare for a weeklong shutdown to counteract stoppages.
A chaotic relay of reports from May 1 to May 15 describes murders, martial law, and rising tensions in Salonica and nearby regions. Attendants struggled to control violence as authorities chase murder suspects while European powers push for regional stability and rail and highway improvements to aid troop movements.
A Georgia report notes a Black man killed his paramour and then drowned after a pursuit by townspeople near a river bridge. The piece also covers will disputes over Whitaker’s estate, a candidate’s denial of wrongdoing, mitigation of local taxes, and shipping demand with multiple emigrant ships sailing to the United States this week.
Harrison, an Englishman, closes a contract with Santa Fe Railroad for fifty-two quarter-sections in Vermillion township Butler county. Muse & Spivey to break up 170 acres per farm under English tenancy. fifty-two English families to occupy. Prairie breaking at $1.50 per acre. fencing to begin. Also notes St Boniface Colony growth and Carhobeal foundation progress. New York items report Gleam death and Stuyvesant fire destroying village buildings and Senator Wendover residence. Factory fire at Fond du Lavy leaves 150 unemployed. extensive forest fires on Povona range. Kentucky racing results and arctic expedition plans noted.
Market notes cover corn receipts, eggs, and cattle trends with mixed prices. Kansas City and Chicago areas show soy and flour movements, while hogs, sheep, and beef steer receipts reflect steady to weaker demand.
The Philadelphia Times argues Grant will be nominated despite past reverses. It cites victories at Donelson and Vicksburg as evidence he can overcome defeats, notes Republican mutiny, but claims he will win Northern states and a majority of the South.
Notices solicit bids for construction including stone steps, plank back entrances, corridors on the third story, and adjacent areas. Proposals due by May 24 at 4 30 p m. Details and specifications available at the University building office. bids must be sealed and mailed through the post. Committee on buildings reserves right to approve sureties or reject any bid.
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