A Kansas War Story of Sol Lanham and Comrade Bond
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Sol Lanham and James Sanderson meeting forty two years after Civil War fighting. Each man recalls wounds on a sleeper car journey via Topeka and Nashville battles, ending with a promise of return home. The excerpt also touts Burdwek Bitters as a health aid.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Solomon Lanhim
Kansasas City
Oklahoma
Topeka
Nashville
Witch
Jins
Sol
Ead
Jim
Colorado
Sol Lanham
James Sanderson
Eldorado Republican
Gettysburg veteran endorses Electric Bitters in testimonial
Fayette N X resident David Parker, who lost a foot at Gettysburg, praises Electric Bitters as more effective than prior medicines after years of stomach trouble. The ad touts them as a grand tonic for the aged and for female weaknesses, and as a body builder and cure for back and kidney issues, guaranteed by Barber and Son. A separate claim promotes Dean’s Ointment for itching and skin ailments, sold at any drug store.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
David Parker
Fayette, N. x
Gettysburg
Barber & Son
Social notes from Lawrence and Kansas City
A. Monroe, A. Parks, C. K. Dow, and other residents are in Kansas City or traveling to Lawrence for business or visits. Mrs. Annie Spencer of Topeka guests Mrs. Charles Hill. Topeka hosts include Mrs. S. A. Grant and Mrs. Tracy visiting Mrs. Lee Jones. Miss Mamie Johnson left for Vinland after visiting Anton Johnson. Ada and Amanda Johnson head to Europe with Anton accompanying to Kansas City. Mrs. Geo. Kuhne der hosts Miss Jessie Linton’s kitchen shower in Lawrence with whist prizes and a bridal luncheon, while Anton Johnson and others travel through.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Parks
Kansas City
C. K. Dow
DeSoto
Lawrence
Fred Coston
Nome
Alaska
J. F. Brock
Charles Decker
Annie Spencer
Topeka
Charles Hill
5. A. Grant
Tracy
Lee Jones
Mamie Johnson
Vinland
Anton Johnson
A. L. McKenzie
Warrensburg
C. C. Vanderventer
Oakland
Kansas
L. B. Powell
Geo. Kuhne
Jessie Linton
Ray Phillips
Rainy Season Continues With No Frost Threat
The wet spell persists with soaked ground and growing vegetation. North winds ease fears as frost danger ends, and farming prospects look favorable. Reports of wheat and harvest costs vary, while social notes hint at a large marriage and bountiful crops ahead.
Pink Pills and Tonics for Debility in 1900s ads
An assortment of late 19th and early 20th century health claims touts Williams' Pink Pills as a cure for general debility, nerve and blood health, and indigestion. Testimonials describe fatigue, weakness, sleep trouble, and vision blur improved after using the pills. Also promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure and proprietary remedies with endorsements from doctors and druggists.
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Uoon
Chelsea
Dr. Williams
Indieral M
de. Williams
Professors Protest Removal of Academy from State House
Kansas University professors and members of the Kansas academy of science protest plans to oust the academy from the west wing of the state house to make room for the tax commission. They warn removal would hinder public access to the museum and library and harm the institution. Signers include E. L Bailey and L. E. Sayre among others.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas University
Kansas Academy of Science
Academy
State House
Tax Commission
Bailey
L. E. Sayre
L.D. Havenhill
R. W. Curtis
FW. Bushong
M.A. Barber
L. M. Peace
Lawrence High School commencement program highlights
A large crowd will attend the Lawrence High School commencement in the opera house with students announced to participate in music, readings, and addresses. The event features an invocation by Rev W B Hutchison, class prophecy, a debate on student participation, and diplomas awarded by Geo. Innes, with University Orchestra music and a junior address. Pineules advertised for kidney and rheumatism relief are included in the page copy.
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Opera House
Lawrence High School
Lawrence
Musix
W. B. Hutchison
Clinton Kanaga
Christine Wenrich
Polk Music
America
Huth
Ktoy Irvin
Wiskecey Ruth Hodgson
Tlapnab Mitchell Music
Seseeee Sd
Flal Wilbertson
Seuneseeateseses
Mt Geo. Innes
Address by Congressman Scott Delivers Strong Patriotic Speech
A large crowd braved rain as Congressman Charles F. Scott delivered one of the strongest addresses in city memory. Beatt shifted to public affairs and highlighted issues for the people. The Lawrence alumnus banquet at New Eldridge will be held tomorrow night after eight, with many speakers including Jerome Beatty and others giving short talks on school subjects after dinner.
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Chas. F. Scott
New Eldridge
Jerome Beatty
Ben Horton
Henry Albaugh
Kate Ashdwell
Clinton Kanaga
A C. Mitchell
F. P. Smith
Supt
F. H. Olney
Henry
Asher
Lawrence City Council Grants Alley paving Resolution 1907
May 6 1907 city council adopts resolution to repave the alley between Massachusetts and Winthrop Streets in Lawrence Kansas with stone paving resurfaced base sand brick and grout filler to be paid in one installment. Also mentions Dr. King's New Life Pills and local drug store advertisement.
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the Lawren
Daily Journal
Lawrence
Kansas
Massachusetts
New Hampshire
Henry
Winthrop
D. Brooks
Quincy Street
Delaware Street
Oregon Street
F. D. Brookes City Clerkk
Kansay
Kentucky Street
City of
Lee Street
Adams Street
F. D. Brooks
Williams case moves toward reform school in Hutchinson
Walter Williams, the boy who absconded with money and clothes from Emporia, was brought from Mo line TfL by Sheriff Dave Cowan. He waived preliminary hearing and plans to plead guilty next Saturday before Judge Meckel, likely receiving a sentence immediately. He would have faced jail until fall if contesting.
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Walter Williams
Emporia
C. B. Ramsey
Moline
Tfl
Dave Cowan
Meckel
State Reformatory
Hutchinson
Emporia Gazette
Burlesque Patron Prefers Front Seat, Sits Back at Church
A man who insists on occupying a front seat at a burlesque show always takes a back seat at church when he leaves.
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Les
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Uneeda Biscuit
National Biscuit Company
iVhern
Wally
Social and Personal
A. Monroe
Honal Pure Foodee
Washington
Arbuckles
Deuker
Arbuckle Bros
Hall
F. J. Cheney & CO
Toledo
Hays
F. “J. Cheney
Hig Irin
Walding, Kinnan & Marvin
Malls
I U
Academy of Science
Clara Hase
O. P. Barber & Son
Dean
Kent
John Brown Park
Republic
Curchase
John Brown
Major Remington
Woman’s Relief Corps
Grand Army
G. 8. Clark
Westfield
Iowa
E Reformatory
Williams
Lawrence Daily Journal
Edward Russel
Douglas County
Sonia B. Russell
Hhrust
Sas
Amnes
Frank
Olumber
Childrer
Alder
Cardus
F. W. Jaedicke
Kennedy & Ernat
Herman Broeker
Barber
Utah
Nevada
California
Midland
C. H. Speers
Pass
Denver, Colorado
Aidland
Homeseekers’ Excursion
VIA
Union Pacific
Denver
Colorado Springs
Pueblo
Idaho
Montana
Oregon
Texas
Indian Territory
Wyoming
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