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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 09, 1909
Page
2
The Lawrence Journal, established 1867, notes its name history and ownership by the Journal Company. It details publishing daily reports via Associated Press dispatches and a 1909 address and contact lines. The page includes local commentary about politics and events with editorial snippets.
The text notes Cook and Peary both reached the pole with Cook first, Peary credited despite misfortune. It condemns revisionism, discusses Kansas politics, the Republican and editions in government, praise for highway plans, and calls for affordable good roads for seven and a half cents a den.
Removal notice states STALLS TEXAS WONDER will remove kidney bladder and rheumatic trouble. Bottle contains 60 avs treatment and seldom one house fails to cure. Sold by Barker and Son.
A GENIAL letter from Isle Center New York questions Cook's pole claim as possibly a mental illusion driven by strain. Robert M Keeley recounts Peary Cook ties, notes near pole distance, and argues Cook may believe achievement while evidence remains doubtful.
The speaker argues growth must occur on outer parcels not inner plots. They call for rapid expansion of outward development to raise taxable property and curb slow city progress, urging decisive actions to use outside lots for future urban growth.
The text presents a garbled biblical passage with references to the Lord defending hosts, delivering the faithful, and the day of judgment. It alludes to lions, shepherds, and swords, with mentions of Zion and Jerusalem and a prophetic tone about divine protection and punishment.
In a city court proceeding the four alleged kidnappers were bound over to the district court for trial. Key witnesses and investigators testified while attorneys argued about evidence. The case includes surveillance details and claims of complicity among local associates.
A fragment discusses a cholera station plan, aiming to secure serum at actual production cost. It mentions bacteriology experiments, sewer and water concerns, and the need to cover equipment and treatment expenses. The text emphasizes accessibility and public health aims amid technical details.
Fragmentary local item notes a peculiar scene about nerve needed to eat watermelon. The text humorously references voices and letters, with mentions of Wiedeman and Tee Cream in a gossipy mood. Unclear full context, but central image is social tension around a watermelon moment.
A fragmented OCR page shows scattered notices involving contracts, property, and legal actions. Names like ROLL OLNEY and ALFRED NULLER appear amid garbled text about bids, notices, and services. The mix includes jewelry store references and unspecified district legal matters with unclear dates.
Classified notice describes available accommodation and lodging options with transport details. Mentions locations near Vermont Street and Leavenworth Branch, trains or cars, arrival and departure times, and daily service with Sunday exceptions. Contains fragmented OCR, but signals rental offer and travel context.
A fragmentary notice appears with an appointment announcement and a road petition. It mentions Commissioners and the Wigat area, stating a meeting place and date for public consideration of the road work and related assessments.
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