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Newspaper

Lawrence Weekly Journal

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 09, 1888

Page

5

South Texas Railroad Schedule from Lawrence Missouri

The notice shows a historical railroad timetable from the South Southern Kansas Railroad with times for passenger and freight trains toward and from Lawrence Missouri. It lists agents Barnes and Tabor and various train numbers and departure times in a compact schedule style.

Southeen Kansas Railroad Lawrence Ccss Reseecole le Barnes R.ek. Tabor Ag’t

Lawrence Emporia & Southwestern Railway Schedule

Passenger and freight times listed for the Lawrence South Lawrence route. Departures from South Lawerence at 4 pm and 9:43 am arrival times noted. Agents J T Shanklin and E C Davis named for ticketing and information.

J.T .Shanklin Lawrence Emporia &Southwestern Railway South Lawrence E. C. Davis

Going South to West East Hours Schedule

Schedule fragment lists directions Going South at 10:00 am Going West at 11:30 am Going East at 3:00 pm Evening Mall event at 8:30 pm

Notable town visits and health updates at the region

Paola judge Nevison is described as very sick. Residents and visitors travel between Kansas towns with several names noted in passing. Hutchinson, Kansas City and Emporia are referenced with people returning from trips or visiting relatives. Local figures include professors, educators, and business people, and a notable recovery sentence mentions Dr. R Morris regaining health.

W. F.faxon Judge Nevison Paola Bion Hutchins

County Levy Details and Lawrence Ventures

County commissioners and county clerk worked on the annual tax levy, with minor expected adjustments. The plan shows a three mill red tax in all townships and school districts, and overall levy lower than last year. Lawrence is highlighted for bids won in state penitentiary material and striped prison clothes contracts, with local bidder A D Weaver leading.

Lawrence Athens Kansas Leavenworth Humboldt Woolen Mills A. D. Weaver Schunemann & Evans

Republican caucus for Waka rusa Township nominees

A caucus of the Republicans of Waka rusa Township will be held at the Township Hall on Friday, August 17, 1883, at 4 o'clock PM for the nomination of candidates for Township Trustee, Township Clerk, Township Treasurer, three Justices of the Peace, and three Constables.

Wakarusa Township

Republican Meeting at Fairview Schoolhouse

A Republican meeting will be held at Fairview schoolhouse on Saturday evening. All are invited to attend for good speakers and a lively time.

Fairview Schoolhouse

Peg On the Santa Fe System Dies to Save His Human Freight

A railroad worker on the Santa Fe System sacrificed his life to prevent a freight accident. His quick action saved passengers and crew, though he suffered fatal injuries. Officials lauded his bravery and noted the incident prompted safety reviews.

Santa Fe

Five Cars Wreck In Topeka To Lawrence Line Tragedy

A passenger train suffered a catastrophic wreck west of Lawrence. Fireman John Harff and several mail agents were injured while Engineer Dad Myers died from blunt and internal injuries. Witnesses describe a broken rail as the likely cause. survivors credit timely braking for saving lives. The crash disrupted the line as crews replaced rails and cleared wreckage.

Lawrence Kansas City F. T. Gray P. H. Goodhay Palace Clothing Company

Death of Santa Fe worker Myer in March strike context

The article details the death of Myer, a 51 year old Santa Fe employee of eleven years. His body was embalmed by C. W. Smith and shipped to Topeka at his wife's request. It notes the road was blocked all day and the Santa Fe and U P trains tried to aid patrons. Myer was described as handsome, heavily built, with a deep chest. He returned early from the March strike to resume his throttling duties.

Topeka U. P Santa’ Fe Company C. W. Smith Myer The Santa Fe

A Talk With the Governor Lyman Humphrey Visit Kansas Leader

The Newspaper Man recounts Governor Lyman Humphrey of Independence Republican nominee visiting Lawrence on his Topeka trip. He meets General Harrison Kelly, discusses campaign plans, state university support, and the 1869 era politics, with Humphrey praising Lawrence and the University. The piece notes his courteous nature toward journalists. James M. Hammond.

Hos. L Humphrey Topeka Republican State Central Committee Kansas Lawrence Harrison Kelly Coffey County Central Committee Lee Lincoln Ireland Congress Dakota Charley Scott Douglas County

Vinland High School annual meeting dispute

Letter to the editor contests a July 12 item about Vinland High School, noting the June 27 vote to discontinue the school and accusing the correspondent of misrepresenting who acted selfishly, with the Grange Hall association owning the hall involved in the decision.

Vinland High School Grange Hall

Dangerous temptations in medical ads and political notes

An assortment of old promotional notices and brief political snippets. Claims tout medicines like Dr King’s New Discovery and Kemp’s Sarsaparilla with testimonials. mentions Barber Bros drug store and prices. Includes a note about General Harrison, Kemp’s Balsam giveaways, and Sunset Cox’s political status.

Notice of Appointment of Administrator in Douglas County

Notice records that on the 8th of July 1888, the Douglas County District Court appointed and qualified Bradford S. Basset's administrator. All parties interested are cautioned to take notice and govern themselves accordingly.

Nous Douglas County Bradford S .Basset Akansas Maris Zimmeriman William Zimmermann Lawrence Kansas Saga Kingdom Prowia Maria Zimmerman Leni Hettick Douglas William Zimmerman Schoffer-Court St Satin Kingdom of Prusais Maria, Zinmermann Lesa Herrick

Kansas Senate Joint Resolution to amend militia fourty-five

Kansas Senate proposes removing the word white from section one article eight of the constitution. The measure asks voters at the 1888 general election to approve amending the militia clause to include all able bodied male citizens aged twenty one to forty five with exemptions for religious scruples. Official certification dates June 20 1887 by Secretary of State EU Allen.

Senate Kanena Kansas Kanas Vhs Emnr Pt United States Hose EU. Allen

Kansas Senate Joint Resolution No 6 Amends Section 17

The document outlines a proposed amendment to section seventeen of Kansas' bill of rights to ensure no distinction between state and non state citizens in property rights. It describes submitting the proposition to voters at the November general election with ballots stating for or against the amendment. The regulation takes effect after publication in the statutes book, with certification by E B Allan.

State of Kansas United States Kangas E. B. Allen

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