Rush on First Day at Postal Savings Bank in Lawrence
The Lawrence postal savings bank opened with minimal activity as only two strangers and a newspaper man showed interest. Clerks weighed packages and sold stamps while most customers stayed away, with officials noting just three deposit applications initially.
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Postal Savings Bank
Lawrence
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Lawrenue
Kullowiig
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Jedeer
Cosinini
Honor Ruling Sparks Debate Over Senior Play Pay
University Student Council debates pay for the annual Senior Play manager and its impact on honor and incentive. Readers recall past controversies as the council weighs salaries versus unpaid service, with alumni voices and fraternity factors shaping the discussion.
Arrested for Stealing in Yesterday’s Incident
A fragment recounts an arrest yesterday over a theft. Details on the amount, parties involved, and location are unclear in the OCR, but the report notes the suspect was taken into custody for the alleged stealing. The wording indicates a local crime brief rather than a full feature.
Haskell Day At The Fair Fete On Indian School Display
Haskell students and staff attended a large fair day at Avonland Park with the Haskell band leading a parade to the grounds. Indians and Haskell employees viewed exhibits of work by students including crafts, blacksmithing, drawings, and prints while country townspeople enjoyed races and other attractions. Tomorrow promises the big day with schoolchildren and prizes awarded by the fair association and merchants.
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Haskell
Vilalee
Nenliy
Avooiland Park
Wis
Daner Wits
Haglel
Andree
Sehuens
Taney
Douglas Crane
Men and Religion Movement Urges City Participation
A local religious movement prompts men to unite in active church work. A Sunday meeting at the Past Methodist church calls for widespread support, urging women to join in the effort and stressing the need for organized religious labor across the community. The movement seeks to rally men from all clubs to back Mission work and Sunday activities.
Circus to Be Held at University Gymnasium
An unsigned transcript describes a campus event labeled a circus to take place in the university gymnasium with posters announcing acts. It notes no men will attend certain parts, mentions possible parade cancellation, and concerns over crowd size. The writing emphasizes student participation and aims to showcase acts as part of a fellowship celebration.
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Gymtcisium
Sven
Shawn
Imi
Clara Poehlyr
Jeteber
Aimosé
Inipe Tanie
Cysitt
Mnec
Evry
West Ner Piarslay
John Sharpe Injured in Oklahoma Route Accident
John Sharpe, once of Lawrence, Wisconsin, was severely injured in a pipeline accident about a week ago. An Indian inspector, sent to oversee the five civilized tribes in Oklahoma, reported the incident and noted recovery attempts and supervision by government officials.
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John Sharpe
Telin Sharpe
Lawrence Wi
Apipye
Cripple Creek
Wry ‘Kell
Brown
Ined . Haskell
Five Civilized Tribes
Oklshoma
Board of Health to Meet in Lawrence on October 5
The Board of Health will hold a session in Lawrence on October 5 to discuss an important matter. The meeting will determine the location for the state typh erlysis farm.
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Board OF Health
Lawrence
Slite Board ‘of Liberlty
William Bryan Tour Planned for Nebraska in October
A fragment notes William Jennings Bryan will visit Nebraska in October to campaign in the Democratic state ticket race amid the 1898 political landscape. The terse item mentions stops and party intent without detailing dates or venues.
Marriage License Granted To Aid Lucy Brown
A marriage license was granted for aid Lucy Brown, indicating a formal approval for her upcoming nuptials. The record notes the may have been processed through the usual civil procedures of the time.
Harry Make Letter Tales of His Work In New York City
A fragmented account notes Harry Make’s work in New York, his alleged ties to the Independent office, and speculation about the Upton Sinclair angle. It suggests Holt and Kemp figures may appear, with Sinclair’s theories provoking debate and ongoing newsroom interest. Time will tell how it unfolds.
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Upton Sinclairs
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Pete
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Upton
Mabry
Ant
Hrdiis Isvarin
Hiatt
Sen
Amie
Elagey
Holt
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Sinclair
Senye Cane
Welcamid Ty
Ices
Liz Teipnds
Dell
Presbytery protests Knox and Wilson actions in Kansas
The Presbytery of Emporia representing 4,101 Presbyterians protests Secretary Knox plan to reorganize state departments and Secretary Wilson’s acceptance of an honorary president role. The resolution urges withdrawal of Wilson from the honorary presidency.
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Knox
Wilson
Presbytery of
Exaporia
Kansas
Chicago
Agricutturmes
Wilson Ag
Harmony There Meeting in South Dakota Purely a La Follette Affair
The Sept 28 meeting of South Dakota Progressive Republicans in hurried prose shows a chaotic scene with a speaker claiming the gathering will be purely a La Follette affair. The report reflects disjointed OCR style and uncertain names.
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South Dakota
Mitehed
South Dakote
Tris
Ballinger to Speak at Public Land Convention Opening
Ballinger will address the public land convention opening today, with Tod Deahyer and Ryelrs Py. Bal linger listed among participants as the meeting begins.
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Ballinger
Tod Deahyer
Ryelrs Py
Public Land Convention
Fifth Kansas Regiment Reunion Here in October
Lawrence prepares for the Fifth Kansas Regiment reunion in October. About forty veterans are expected to attend a two day meeting including a banquet with H. B. Asher as the sole survivor living in Lawrence. The event is described as a notable annual gathering with veterans traveling from nearby areas to join in ceremonies and reminiscences.
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Phel
Kansas
Will
Shest
H. B. Asher
Lawrence
Big Strike Looms Over Rail System Next Week
Fragmented OCR report describes a large railway strike in the works. It cites unions and executives, predicts a nationwide tie up, and notes dates kept secret pending a conference outcome. Names like authorities and industry groups appear, with indications of a looming work stoppage and potential crisis in transport.
University tickets spark a lively student race
Students at the university name tickets and candidates for a forthcoming election. Ralph Yoomi is listed among contenders for president, with Lar Hazen and Byron Osthing also in the running. The Supiatores ticket launches as a notable entrant among several groups vying for student office.
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USA
Marah
Supiatores
Ralph Yoomi
Lar Hazen
Vine Prvetald Nt Fregauren
Marvishiaksy
Ageref
Grpladiores
Arvidh
Ay Jaws Geelic
Lyksehunk
Byron oSthing
Buaz Woelhurg
Cholera terror near hog herd sparks long trek
A disrupted report describes a cholera outbreak affecting hog pens and triggering a costly trek to Buckheim. The narrative notes harsh weather, waves of illness, and a herd plagued by a severe, spreading sickness with farmers confronting substantial losses and stoppages.
Notice of district agent appointment and local duties
A fragmented notice describes J. Y Paebrtey receiving an assignment in the vicinity and Mr Amick working on site. It mentions a man who will be stationed for an unspecified task and a district agent appointing someone for the Northwest area. The odd text references Foutinie and Nobhwes with unclear roles and dates.
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Amick
Northwestert
A. Roregs
Women’s Committee Appeals At University October Event
The University of Lawrence hosts a women’s committee effort on October 6 to entertain visiting alumni and state delegates for a campus chapel to gymnasium transfer. Invitations spark strong attendance as alumni from across the state prepare to assist with programs and receptions.
Restraining Order Requests Delayed Railway Schedule Action
A scrambled report notes a restraining order related to railroad schedules and reduced rates. Officials from the railroad commission faced delays in implementing new steel rate reductions, with inquiries and hearings continuing as the matter unfolds.
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City
Titav
Marble Workers Strike Shuts Down New York Building Work
In New York on a September day, the general strike by marble workers halts all building operations citywide. The stoppage affects construction sites across the metropolis as labor action disrupts ongoing projects.
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Marble Workers
New York
Snanensien
Cit
Ireatenel
After Twenty Eight Years J P Angerbright Reunion
An old family reunion brings J P Angerbright and his absent sister together after decades apart. The story sketches a faded inscription of kin, a long voyage, and the return home to resume daily duties while siblings and cousins recount shared memories and resumed duties.
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J. P. Angerbright
McDoulet
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