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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1908
Page
1
A derelict look at the Lawrence Journal, its origins from the Herald of Freedom, its 19th century consolidation with the Lawrence Tribune, and its status as a leading telegraphic news source. Includes a short local column noting lack of campaign tour news and a satirical quote about local figures.
Kennedy reshuffles the lineup for the upcoming Saturday contest with Oklahoma adding Crowell at right guard Hennessey at right end Rice at right tackle and Stan Myers at right half to bolster the backfield. Johnson stays at left half Steele at quarterback and Stephenson at full. Kennedy aims to fix team play improve open style passing and onside kick prominence as a key asset.
A testimonial from Mrs. R L Harrod of Muncie Indiana praises Dr Williams Pink Pills for restoring her health after years of pale complexion breathlessness and weakness. She recalls severe fatigue poor sleep and a desire to die before treatment though she recovered after using the pills.
The Leader carries notices from Bell & Cunger selling a complete lunch counter at 1019 Mass St and targeting students and merchants in the 800 900 1000 blocks. Other ads promote Lawrence Transfer packing service and a clothing office move from 919 to 64414 Mass St.
Leavenworth Post reports Berard Corrigan and Mr Mein as promoters scoffing at Whitsed Laming proposals for Proxcels and electric railways in Kansas. It notes Laming, though lacking visible funds, is a level headed businessman who has raised money and may proceed, with possible hitches or changes by financial interests.
The Witching Hour comes to Bowery Opera House on Monday October 19 presenting a dramatic novelty with scientific twists. Prices range from 50 to 1.50 dollars with top seats priced accordingly. Also tonight through noon October 16 Hi Henry’s minstrel troupe appears at the Bow Opera House.
Auto and Hack Livery advertises 24 hour service with prompt responses for all orders. It offers carriage painting and trimming, with contact Francisco and Todd at Papen 133 and 812-814 Vermont Street. Also promotes a proverb about borrowing money.
Oklahoma football fans greet their team with high hopes as a Norman farewell event features a poem by A. Grant Evans celebrating Key Wolf and the team’s grit. The piece portrays confident play and calls for victory to make the Jayhawks look small.
A large, well attended meeting at the Republican headquarters decided to disband the Taft club and form under the Republican club of Douglas County. Old art club officers were re elected with Harvey as assistant secretary and Dudley C. Asher as treasurer. The unit aims to aid the campaign with strong membership and vigor.
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