Record cold December and driest year on KU weather notes
Observations from Lawrence show December 1886 as the coldest since 1878 with an average temperature 24.03 degrees, extremes 53 and minus 6, a 64 degree range, and three subzero days. Rainfall total 0.83 inches, year rainfall at 24.25 inches the driest on record, with 66 days of measurable precipitation and 5 snowy days. Cloudiness averaged 37.77 percent, skies clearer than usual, and wind totals 12,170 miles with a daily mean of 16.36 mph.
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F E
University of Kansas
Lawrence
Tae
Money ready for delivery at any time in Kansas
Part of the management of a large Trust Estate devolves on mey and TP have on bands at all tines more or less money than can be loaned in ch large or small sims on Real or Personal security turioag or short tin Very favorable terms Money ready for delvery at any time Catland see me LL Th PERKINS Office in National Bank Building Law rence Kansas 11 4Ww2
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Catland
LL. Th. Perkins
National Bank
Lawrence
Kansas
Real Estate Transfers Reported for Week in North Lawrence
Real estate transfers include John and Sallie A McEwan selling lot 114 Vi street to J A Motler for 2500. Joel L Lundy transfers to Albert Hadley property in NW quadrant for 2500. Valentine and Catherine Roller convey Gl sec 11 13 Ui to El mer Depery for 3000. A D and Annie L Johnson sell lots 47 and 49 Bridge street to Elmer Depery for 4600.
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John
Sallie A. McEwan
J. A. Motler
Cove
Joel L. Lundy
Albert Hadley
Valentine
Catherine Roller
A. D
Annie L. Johnson
Elmer Depery
Bridge Street
North Lawrence
Chamber of Commerce hosts meeting on interstate bill
Full attendance heard discussion of an interstate commerce bill and adopted resolutions urging Kansas senators and representatives to oppose it. The group also addressed train service on the Carbondale railroad and appointed Col. O E Learnard to press issues with Union Pacific. John M Walker elected a Chamber member. next meeting Tuesday night.
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Chamber of Commerce
Emery
H. C. Whitehead
Kansas
WuHeErxas
Congress
Senate
House
Atlantic Seaboard
West
John J. Ingalls
Preston B. Plumb
United States
D. D. Bowerlock
H. C. Whitehe
Carbondale
Col
O. E. Learnard
Union Pacific
Boston
John M. Walker
Reminiscences of the Price Raid At School Event
The No. 6 district under Joseph Savage hosted Friday night literary entertainments with reminiscences of the Price Raid. Speakers described marches, battles, and camp life, noting the patriotic reactions of families and the vivid memories of the Civil War engagement.
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Joseph Savage
S. M
Swawneetown
Kansas City
Johnnie
Massachusetts Street
M. E. Church
Savage
Gilbert
Wm. Critchfield
Byron’s Ford
Jennison
Shawnee County Regiment
Shawnee Mission
Ile
K. Mr. Greene
Shaweee County
Mis
Price
Cure of Pneumonia Relief by Atcock Plasters
Wm A Sawyer of NiaGarka Co. recounts a year ago suffering severe pneumonia like illness with chills pain and fever. A friend applied Atcock’s Plasters under each arm shoulders and chest. Cough stopped within hours, pain eased, a profuse sweat and deep sleep followed, and he recovered after eight days wearing the plasters.
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Sawyer
Haskell Institute Booms Under New Lawrence Management
A JOURNAL representative visited Haskell Institute to view new management under Gov. Robinson who took charge Saturday and plans a thorough, practical overhaul. New appointments include Clerk Paul J. Hogan and principal teacher James P. Gorman. Miss Elen May becomes teacher as Lizzie Grabowskii resigns.
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Hakell Institute
Guv Robinson
Limbert
C. F. Limbert
James P. Gorman
Jenks
Elen May
Lizzie Grabowskii
Hézan
Senator Blackman
Kentucky
Lew Wallace
New Mexico
Lawrence
P. Goriman
Pennsylvania
John A. Gorman
Indian Bureau
H Tkell
May
Gorman
Rolinson
Riley
Lamar
Haskell Institute
Surprise Fiftieth Birthday Party for John Hutchings
A surprise party honored John Hutchings on his fiftieth birthday, held at Col. Moore’s home. Guests included Col. and Mrs. H. L. Moore, Judge and Mrs. Charles Chadwick, and many others who contributed refreshments and presented Hutchings with a gold commemorative gift and Mrs. Hutchings with a fine clock.
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John Hutchings
Hutchings
Col. Moore
W. L. Bullene
Hutchiege
Betsey Hutchings
Wyandotte
L. Bailene
W. T. Sinclair
H. L
Agnes Clarke
Mary B. Catterson
Esther Paterson
F.W. Reed
Lote Reed
Ells Williamson
G. E. Rushmer
Osbuc Zhanpon
W. J. Patterson
S. W. Moore
D. Hutchings
Williams burg Bride Miss Eva Cade Weds George Neal
Miss Eva Cade of Williamsburg wed George Neal of Sibley in Rev A H Stote’s home ceremony held Friday December 31. Neal is described as a prosperous young farmer from Douglas County. Cade is a former city student and well known to local youths. Physic is suggested for biliousness and constipation with Dr Seth Arnoulu’s Billious Pills. 25. (w)
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Eva Cade
Williamsburg
George Neal
Sibley
A. H. Stote
Neal
Douglas County
Miss Cade
Seth Arnoulu
Inauguration Invite to Governor Robinson in Kansas
A December 1886 letter from Frank P. MacLeennan, secretary, invites Hon. Chas. Robinson to the Kansas inaugural ceremony on January 10. The program centers on a gathering of all living ex governors, with ex Governor Harvey expected to attend, emphasizing Robinson’s presence for the event’s success.
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Honcerte
Robinson
Topeka
Chas. Robinson
Lawrence
Kans
Deaksik
R. L. Colfran
Kansue
Harvey
Frank P. Macleennan
Sec’y
Young Baptist Church event rings in new year at Mr Shaw home
A Friday gathering of about thirty young Baptists at Mr Shaw's Vermont street residence featured a brilliant setup, a 10:30 repast, and games. Misses Cubberly Shaw Penchard led arrangements with many attendees including Miss Howard sisters and Messrs Allendorph Horton Phillips Whitcomb.
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Baptist Church
Mr. Shaw
Vermont Street
Shaw
Cubberly
Penchard
Cutberly
Smith
Lizzie
Zora Howard
Whitiow
Herman Hase grocery store to open this morning
The undersigned announce the opening of the Herman Hase grocery store this morning and will serve old patrons while seeking new trade. E J Pittsford, Agent. Includes an advertisement for Dr Seth Arnold's Cough Killer with pricing and druggist availability.
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Herman Hase
A.mugler
E. J. Pittsford
Seth Arnold
A Bargain at Shox Store For Fine Kid Button Shoe
A ladies hand made con kId button shoe priced at 315 dollars is advertised as a bargain. The tag states cost 4.50 in the sale note at Shox Store.
Scientific Truth on Kidneys and Health Warning
A letter to the Scientific American argues kidney disorders are common and misunderstood. It describes the kidney’s structure and function, links poor habits to congestion and disease, and warns of hidden damage before pain. It critiques medical naming and urges public awareness.
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The
Scientific American
Medical Journal
Hidden disease of the kidneys warns readers to protect health
The piece urges attention to kidney health, warning that kidney failure can progress unseen and is linked to overall ill health. It extols Warner's Safe Cure as a remedy and preventive, claiming it preserves life, purifies blood, and sustains long health and vigor.
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H. H. Warner & CO
Broadway
Asfsr
Warner
Unclaimed Letters at Lawrence Post Office
The weekly list of uncalled letters in Lawrence Kansas includes names under Ladies and Gents lists with Misses Blarky Blarky Betsy Frances Kimily Perrys Maria Scott Leonora Vanderpool and others. Patrons must say advertised and give a date to claim. Shannon Osbun P.M.
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Lawrence
Kansas
Blond
Ela Blarky
Lizzie Pratklin
Betsy Frances
Kimily Perrys
Sarah M. . Touse
Maria Scott
Leonora Vanderpool
Giertie
Judge Howard's Court Case Outcomes and Dated Dockets
The County Attorney nolle pressed the theft case against Matt Morman and Will Wiefrey for two twenty dollar gold pieces from Maj. T. H. Kennedy. The State vs Mead Walker on assault and battery of Mattie Walker was continued to January 1st. State vs Curtis Stone for keeping a gambling house set for January 5th. Shoe sale notes list prices for Arctica boots and rubbers.
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Matt Morman
Will Wiefrey
Maj
T. H. Kennedy
Mead Walker
Mattie Walker
Curtis Stone
Law may extend poll tax to second class cities
The legislature may apply the poll tax law to second class cities this session. The change would ruin the business of substitute poll workers, many of whom are older African American men who earn income by serving as substitutes.
North Lawrence Items and Local Notes
Elder Hoffman preached at the U B Church last night. Elder Steele may preach next Sunday at 11 a.m. A. Walker sign near the depot. A. Dick wagon ran away last Monday. horse kept it safe after braking through streets to J. H. Miller’s workshop. wagon wrecked. Journal subscribers offered Washington Republican at club rate of $2. existing Journal subscribers can add Republican for 40 cents. Republican touted as leading national capital paper with strong news facilities and editorials.
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Hoffman
U. B. Church
Steele
A. Walker
A. Dick
J. H. Miller
Weekly Journal
Washington Republican
Journal
Republican
National Capital
Ite
Simple vegetable remedy promotes permanent cure claim
An unnamed writer says a simple vegetable remedy cures catarrh asthma and lung issues and nervous complaints. The author states he feels it his duty to share the cure with suffering fellows and sends it by mail with a stamp and name in the newspaper.
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India
Cure for Youthful Errors Offered by Missionary
A flyer promises a free remedy for nervous weakness and early decay, claimed to be discovered by a South American missionary. It invites readers to send a self addressed envelope to REV. JOSEPH T. INMAN in New York City for the recipe.
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South America
Joseph T.inman
Newa
York City
Bucklen Arnica Salve Ad Appears For Sale
Bucklen Arnica Salve advertised as best for bruises cuts sores rheum fever sores and all skin blemishes. It claims to cure piles or money back and offers a 3% cent box price with satisfaction guarantee. Barber B S selling it locally.
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Bucklen
Barber
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