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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 22, 1906
Page
1
Fragmentary text describes an offer with a small payment for land and crops per acre, mentioning George Leis and 745 Mase Street Pont, with references to taxes, seven years at a high interest, and crops like sugar beets, cantaloupe, celery, and fruits.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions investigations and a named place West Ricilin with jagged phrases about people, fear, and a caveat. No coherent events or clear entities emerge due to garbled content. the readable bits point to a disrupted report with few verifiable names or dates.
The readable parts describe a damaged newspaper fragment about a local event. Key details such as dates people places or organizations are missing or unclear. The text appears garbled and does not provide a coherent summary of an identifiable incident.
Local ad copy promotes a sale on ladies skirts and dresses from A Young's and Mass Shi, plus a large accessories assortment. Mentions Heraticend Drops for throat relief, Eliis Grocery seasonal costs, and Phillips' Fruit Farm cider two gallons for a cent. Also notes new hats, theater tailors Schuiz for holiday suits, and a drug slice range at Bay meends Drug Slice.
President Roosevelt and party arrive by special train near San Juan on a voyage to Porto Rico. Governor Winthrop and Mrs Winthrop host a social reception, described as the island's most notable social event. Aboard the ship and in transit, the president receives farewell honors as the party proceeds toward Pepes and the embarkation point.
A long, garbled report from Whanbds City outlines discussions on commercial issues with figures like Shaw and Mancroft named among speakers. The piece references naval and waterways policy, shipping facilities, and a outlook on wartime service, plus a note on a Delmar Jockey Club suit and various local notices.
Superintendent Smith supports Wetivon That and urges aid for young women seeking work. Editorial calls for better dormitory facilities and room for staff, with options for temporary furniture and fixtures. Discussion notes community groups and church charities funding training and wages. Coming attractions, local theatre listings, and news on aid programs referenced.
Fragmentary text references winter crop harvests and local places such as Kansas Iowa and Lawrence. Mentions tows, individuals like Jane Revuark, Chip and Mary, and terms suggesting penalties for rebates in railroads. The passage is garbled with numerous misspellings and partial phrases.
A garbled police court note records an arrest for discharging arms and a guilty plea in a separate case. It mentions a fine and rebating charges tied to an American calling company, with unclear names and places.
In Lawrence a chaotic mix of advertising notes and notices highlights a December drawing for a solid silver spoon and a parade of razor and manicure goods. Vendors like Reynolds & Co and L Dovgan push safety razors, shoes, and fashion items, while a local furniture store markets exclusive pieces.
A garbled OCR fragment mentions an upcoming game before a matchup with Manhattan. It references a play on a matonday wag and a gain or loss due to wire troises, with unclear names and dates.
A London dispatch reports a fatal collision between the German steamer Natsar William Ler Grese and the steamship Orlucee near Creruourg. Three men and one woman died aboard the Ort hocos. four crewmen were also killed on the larger vessel, with many injured and passengers drowning after boats were swept away. Wreckage and salvage efforts disrupt messages about upcoming Manila bound cargoes and Christmas shipments amid advancing winter weather.
The steam barge Resslution from Erie, Pennsylvania to Toronto sank early today off Teronto. Six men were aboard. five survived in one boat reaching Leeshers, while the other crew members were drowned.
The local Baptist church plans a summer World Convention sermon discussion titled for world unity. Mrs Massy, the county president, will preside and a full attendance is desired for the afternoon event.
The obituary notice states Mes Cora Florence Iseman, formerly of Mes, moved south to Lawrence, then west to Weston Missouri. The body will be brought here for burial on November 2 with details unclear due to damaged OCR.
A garbled OCR fragment notes a dramatic financial loss or gain linked to an unnamed person or entity. The readable bits suggest a claim of a large monetary event, but key names and details are obscured.
Social and personal items from Lawrence detail visitors and travels. Notes include Leidaat aba returning home, Warrlist in Kansas City for days, Breniog f Ola visiting, a four month vis Hola WKeasas Lazy Trevelitsy Kite Reunion, and various local social updates among families and institutions. Adu to purchase Pelures Tamed for Christmas and a Lawrence Lyceum Courses listing rubber tired rigs and contact numbers.
Frisoners sentenced in district court with Laura Potts 44 jailed for less than five years and Emery Foster sent to reformatory not less than five years. Tom White received a sentence under five years. Afterwards several inmates were granted transfer between facilities including Hepburn and Turt and Mary White from Tom White.
Alisa L Swan reports Ardath, Slo, has elected a new mayor from Delta fraternity member and popular college figure. The rapid outcome marks a clear start to the current administration with support noted from the local student community.
The mysterious Josey Coming Agam will perform at BAA hall on Ponjay eve, November 20, with further showings December 1. Tickets set for adults 50 cents and children 25 cents, with reserved seats offered and a measured suit promotion.
Local ad fragment lists several brands and products including Alora cigars and Stravon Menthlis for lips, a Straffon Menthais variant, a Qur 1 Safety Razor, and Smith's News Dept noting a twenty percent discount on picture frames with orders required before November 25.
A fragmented ad notes Wolf's Hook has a single exclusive furniture store in Lawrence. It mentions the University Meat Market at 1023 Mass as seeking 1,000 Garkeya units at unspecified price. The text references magazine subscriptions and pricing inquiries for various periodicals with contact by call or writ.
Portland dispatch reports the Lurchin sank in a collision with the Cascade off the lower Willamette River in early morning. The Lurline’s crew escaped to the Cascade, which stood by to render aid as rescue ships arrived. A separate New York note mentions a violent incident where a woman killed her mate and wounded three men, leading to her arrest.
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