Lawrence Journal history and political stance overview
The Journal, oldest in Lawrence, began as a weekly in 1857 as the Lawrence Republican and became the Lawrence Journal after absorbing the State Journal and later the Lawrence Tribune. Since 1879 the name has stood, with the daily begun in 1865, owning the telegraph franchise and receiving press dispatches. The Journal remains staunchly Republican while pledging fidelity to public welfare and individual rights in local affairs.
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Terms of Subscription for Daily Journal
Subscription rates and delivery terms for the Daily Journal announce options for city delivery, one week, one month, six months, and one year. outside county rates listed. Remittance methods include draft, post office order, express, money order, or registered letter with risk borne by the sender. Address THE JOURNAL COMPANY Lawrence Kansas.
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University bill likely to be debated in Kansas House
Lawrence Kans Feb 14 1889 report notes the university bill will come up in the House today. The dressed meat combine convention spreads rapidly with eleven states and territories already involved and more to join.
Toe Journal’s Valentine To Mr Poe In Quiet Verse
A playful note from Toe Journal sends a Valentine to Mr Poe, wishing him undisturbed dreams free from visions of Chancellors, Regents and Things. The stanza style reflects periodical whimsy and literary nods to an era of campus letters.
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Toe Journal
Mr. Poe
Tender Letter to Helen Gougar Reflects Quiet Affection
A brief, affectionate missive to Helen Gougar expresses tender feeling and deliberate avoidance of verse style. The note notes a straightforward rhyme in its lead word, showcasing a simple, intimate exchange rather than ornate poetry.
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Helen Gougar
Mrs Haskell Honored With Lawrence Tribute
The Journal pays a morning tribute to Mrs. Haskell praising her noble self and expressing the regard of Lawrence for her persistent presence in thoughts and actions.
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Haskell
Lawrence
Ways and Means Approves $1 Million Annual Grants
The Committee on Ways and Means of both Houses has approved appropriations totaling one million dollars each year for the next two years, outlining sustained funding for the program.
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Committee On Ways and Means
Tuk committee on military affairs recommends memorial hall bill
The Tuk committee on military affairs reported a bill to appropriate funds for a memorial hall and urged that it be printed and referred to the committee of the whole in the Capital Commonwealth.
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Tuk
Commonwealth
Legislature Advances Bills Amid Swift House Passage
Legislative bodies move forward with minimal debate as bills progress smoothly. Probable passage of all needed measures by mid Ast or March precedes patriots preparing to depart with their belongings to meet Ben.
President Cleveland and Cabinet Selections Discussed
A historical note quotes President Cleveland claiming he had one uninfluenced cabinet pick and was manning. It adds that if Harrison gains a single ungoverned cabinet choice he will likely succeed.
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Manning
Harrison
Arkansas Lawmakers Seek Federal Help in County Seat Fights
The Arkansas Legislature urged Congress to halt violent county seat disputes in Kansas even if it required deploying Federal power. Critics mocked lawmakers for spelling errors in state names while discussing the confrontation.
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Arkansas
Congress
Kansas
Lawrence citizen rules out post office bid with Mrs Haskell a candidate
A Lawrence resident, praised as a leading citizen, states he would not accept the post office while Mrs. Haskell is a candidate, asserting his claims and expectations are equal to those named in connection with the office.
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Haskell i
Wyandott Name Bill Sparks Fierce Opposition
Tuer predicts strong resistance to a bill proposing Kansas City be renamed Wyandott, a historic Kansas name, with uncertainty lingering about the motive and implications of the change. The current constitution is viewed as a constraint in the debate.
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Kansas
Political indirection in a heated partisan era in Kansas
The piece defends balanced reporting while condemning Democratic Party tactics across Indiana Kansas and West Virginia. It argues reform rhetoric masks power abuses and laments the ruinous effects of party fervor on governance. The author praises Lawrence Kansas as a stable, prospering center with diverse industries.
City Matters and the approaching Lawrence election
The piece argues for publishing articles on the city election without favoring any candidate to boost Lawrence's prosperity. It contrasts past booms with the present sober growth, noting the community avoided lavish excesses and costly follies while neighbors boast of progress. It's a reflective editorial on urban development.
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Lawrence
Legislation Aims to Reorganize State Charitable Institutions
The ways and means Committee proposes a bill to reorganize the boards of trustees and place supervision under three governor appointed members for two years from March 1. The governor may also appoint three nonresidents women to visit and inspect the institutions. The measure will be discussed tonight in the force.
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Humorous mockery of Sis Vinegars name in papers
Clerks tease Sis Vinegars after she testifies about maternal support. While she did well at work, jokes focus on her surname rather than her performance, reflecting lighthearted editorial humor about personal naming.
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Sis
Model jail of Tux Winfield kills toughs in luxury
The jail run by Tux Winfield is described as a model institution with sumptuous apartments. It executes the toughs who reside there, portraying a harsh, deadly regime.
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Tux Winfield
Tax Atchison Champion Sketches Capt. John H. Smith
The Atchison Champion publishes an admirable sketch of Captain John H. Smith, the warden of the Penitentiary, highlighting his leadership and reforms. The piece portrays his steady management and dedication to inmate welfare.
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Tax Atchison Champion
John H. Smith
Hoodoo Phrase Sparks Mocking Debate in Town
A fragment notes Elsine is described as a hoodoo, with a quip that only fools fear it. The source implies a light taunt or local gossip pattern. No clear event or date is given, but the tone suggests a dismissive social aside within a broader column.
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Elsine
Farce Opens as Tragedy Closes the Play
Fragmentary OCR hints at a theater piece where the farce opens and the tragedy closes the program. The lines suggest a reversal or inversion of typical dramatic flow within a staged work.
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Moar
Journal endorses Mrs D C Haskell for Lawrence postmaster
The Journal openly supports Mrs D C Haskell for postmaster of Lawrence. It argues her strong claim is evident and urges prompt appointment, while refraining from criticizing other candidates and noting statewide awareness of her merit.
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Lawrence
D. C. Haskell
New Books and Articles in Harper's and Century Magazines
Harper's February issue features Chas Waldstein on Ruskin in pop ular style and Verestchapin's illustrated piece on A Russian Village. Century's February opens with Gerome the master, frontispiece Napoleon before the Sphinx, open letters from American artists, and Kil lian topics including McClellan, Kennan, Atkinson on fireproof buildings, Hutton on portraits of Mary Queen of Scots, and Dr Gladden on Safeguards of the franchise.
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Chas. Waldstein
John Ruskin
Verestchapin
P. F. McClure
Dakota Territory
Century
Gerome
Napoleon
Liscolo Reachea
Gen. McClellan
Kennan
Edward Atkinson
Lawrence Hutton
Mary
Wal nut Times Comments on Rankin Bill Memorial Debate
The Wal nut Times opposes a memorial hall for Lawrence arguing soldiers need practical support now. It urges building the hall elsewhere, even in Topeka or Fort Scott, while noting the University may later obtain $75,000 for a library, proving the plan's utility.
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Topeka
Fort Scott
Progressive South Starts Against Lawless Rioters
The South shows rapid progress as conservatives unite to oppose lawless rioters harming persons and property. Strong papers denounce the outrages and the public tone reflects righteous concern over civilization and settlement of Civil War issues. A measured push from administration and citizens could aid peaceful resolution.
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