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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1911
Page
4
In a contested league game the Plumbers defeated the Printers 13 to 1 as Plumbers threaten top spot while Printers struggle for lead. King of the Plumbers hit a historic ball into the outlet tower. Business College showcased strong batting though Printers and Thunders face stiff rivals in upcoming games.
A $50 reward is posted for information leading to the whereabouts of Stubblefield who vanished while walking from Taxations toward his claim thirty miles northwest. Two men reported in Western Oklahoma last week that Stubblefield was seen alive but later presumed dead after taking shelter near a deserted dining area.
An advertisement extols Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a cure for constipation and related digestive complaints. It claims decades of trust, urges readers to request a free sample by mailing name and address, and lists endorsements from individuals in Harrisburg and Cuba.
A promotion sells The People's Common Sense Medical Adviser by R V Pierce M D, promising 1008 pages and 700 illustrations. Sent postage only with stamps to Buffalo New York, with cloth binding available for more stamps. Also touts Dr Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe, non alcoholic remedy for women's ailments, printed on the wrapper.
The Tonganasie area confirms contracts for the coming school year. Names listed include Viensan Valles Tierboat Wright Dafer Fila Lord Hawk Hollow Ruby Warner Wah Margaret McCastres Rene Martir Kole Tloney Valley Hila Messer Mammi Ray Hopkins Stant Prairips Astley McCulnye Crook Chas Welsall Friendship Valley Rath Miller Smith Magionis William Kian Aarhus Miss Sadie Fleming and others plan to teach, with several districts still to assign staff.
The two state champions from Kansas and Nebraska meet in Wichita to determine the best checker heat. Walter M. of Nebraska and Frank G. of Kansas accept the challenge, with Ellis refereeing and the Wiel na Chess Club hosting the event.
Randalphe attacked his wife after a reported drinking spree in his home. The court heard he destroyed furniture and tore her clothing before police arrived. He pleaded guilty to a charge of husband beating and was sentenced.
A Kansas firm completed a massive bronze revolving door for a hotel, described as the third of its kind in the United States. The four winged surface features intricate Trenge work, weighs heavily, and operates by an electric motor. Only two other constantly revolving doors by Ulrik mills exist in Georgia and Wichita.
May 26 report details the death of a Civil War veteran and former fish maker Nebus who leapt from a fire escape after telling friends he would not see them again. Coroner Davis investigated, deeming it a clear case of suicide as Nebus, a former First Infantry Company 1 soldier, had lived in the area for years. A brother on Ca Salle Street in Chicago sent word of the death but no further details were received.
A money shortfall leaves $10,000 due from Ton ganexie township after $5,000 more was handed over. North-Western role in USSG aid vows ongoing support. The proposed tax relief would cut costs but still lift annual saving by five percent. The town and school district balance debts, aiming to cover all expenses within the $100 valuations over the past two years.
A fragmentary cattle sale report describes Fred Black retirement and cattle market activity. Steers sold around 1000 per head with total shipment planned, as buyers anticipated weight and quality. The note notes surprises among cattlemen and mentions forthcoming sales and plant actions in May.
A Friday evening blaze in the north town damaged three stores or homes as flames from a chandelier caused burning. Fire chief and local residents reported smoke and heat, with investigators later examining the scene to determine how the fire started and spread.
A man was stabbed six times in Leavenworth and refused to name his assailant. He identified Patrolman Leeman as present at the scene on Thick and Shawhee Street. The injured man was moved home by motor car after emergency treatment.
Newton May 26 a north and south state highway to follow closely the suggested route from the Meridian road. Promoters include John G Nicholson Newton attorney and WS Gearhart state highway engineer. Meeting called in Berkley hall Salina Thursday at 10 o clock with delegates from Belleville Cordia Minneapolis Salina McPherson Newton Wichita Wellington to plan markers and limits for a motor tourist corridor across the state and into adjoining states.
At The Creramery a range of flavors and styles is listed including Brown Bread Buttermilk Bisane Caramel Nut Maple Nut Boston Nut Banana Nut Maple Mousse Maraschino Pastachio Tutti Fruitti Coffee Frappe Strawberry Souffre Roman Punch and more. The shop promotes custom brick molds and nut fruit compositions with quality emphasized.
A speaker uses a talking tube to hide a drinking habit. Mr Lushmore of Brooklyn Park Slope explains how a squeakless cork would silence the warning sounds from the back den. He notes his dislike for barroom society and the need to drink privately, despite his wife’s attempts to intervene.
A boy drowned in the Arkansas River while a Kansas Masonite team member watched. The incident involved a local scout group and a general rescue effort. Despite attempts, the body has not been recovered.
A fragmented report notes Falls City Kansas and several towns debating women’s public roles. It mentions a woman mayoral candidate and a 1 year term for a female civil official, with names of several women involved and a reference to post election reactions.
Notice to creditors of the estate of Jon Ecrew, seeking claims by interested parties in Topeka Kansas. The meeting of creditors and the trustee is scheduled, with the court proceeding notes and potential sale of property under bankruptcy terms. Creditors must file timely claims to participate in the distribution of assets.
A damaged text suggests farmers faced inferior serum claims and government concerns about poison or cholera prevention. It mentions a serial remedy and a 14 day ointment guaranteeing to cure itching, bleeding, or protruding piles with money refund. The passage reflects dubious medical claims and government scrutiny.
The Forum piece surveys Nietzsche’s sparse and often hostile remarks on women. It cites passages from his writings on women as dangerous playthings, in Wagner and Zarathustra, where he portrays women as mob, herd, or Pharisee figures and argues women are incapable of friendship and prone to misguided, destabilizing love.
The South African woman is described as domesticated and capable in managing servants, cooking, preserving, poultry care, gardening, and sewing. Social life features dancing and holidays with picnics on riverbanks, plus tennis and croquet. The piece contrasts life from bustling towns to lonely farms and notes adaptability of English born girls.
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