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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 15, 1886
Page
2
In Paris a man believed insane fired a revolver in the chamber of deputies aiming to draw attention to his misery. The shot narrowly missed the chamber president as authorities quickly arrested him.
Wes Crry reports a deadly explosion at 5 in the Spencer and McCooney mine as Richard Oakes, cramming powder with an iron rod, jammed it causing a blast. Oakes lost limbs and suffered fatal injuries, dying about an hour later, leaving a wife and two children. John Brad narrowly escaped as dust from the blast passed over his head.
About 30 oclock yesterday afternoon Fred Geyer, 23, a laborer from Geyer avenue, walked on a lumber pile at Third and Barton and shot himself in the head. He was taken to the city hospital in critical condition and died shortly after. No motive is given. he had assigned sickness as the cause of death.
Laborers at the old Fellows new building on Olive Street near the prostatthe endure severe odors from a sewer under the site. Three men fainted Wednesday evening and were sent home with illness resembling cholera as residents urge action by the health commission.
A visiting woman from Mary Reyburn of St. Louis found a baby about three weeks old on Papin between Twelfth and Fourteenth streets wrapped in clothing with a tag begging for care. The note signed by a heartbroken mother named Frankie. The infant was sent to St. Ann's asylum.
At Cincinnati Metropolitan 7 Detroit 2. At Washington Boston 12 National 6. At Chicago Chicago 3 Detroit 2. At Kansas City St Louis 10 Kansas City 5. At St Joe Mo St Joe 2 Leavenworth 1. At Philadelphia New York 10 Philadelphia 1. At Pittsburg Brooklyn 4 Pittsburg 0.
Reports from thirty counties in Nebraska and western Iowa show a damaging drouth affecting small grain and corn. The dry spell spans the state, with some areas having had no rain for over a month, worsening crop prospects.
A Washington correspondent for The Augusta Chronicle recounts belief in the oudjah amulet and the evil eye. Personal loss, a dream of recovery, and a tale from Cairo races illustrate Egypt’s superstition and the appeal of luck charms.
An Arkansan editor back from New York describes entering a great paper and finding editors dry as a drought, with no one offering a drink. He recalls a joking exchange about governors of North and South Carolina, then notes Harper’s Magazine staff also refused a drink, making it the first time he saw the two governors fail.
Mrs Dempsey yells at her husband after he staggers into the house at 2 am following a late night outing. He misstates his hopes for a permanent strike while the couple quarrels over the latch key scene reported in the Burlington Free Tess.
In a July session the Senate closed to reporters to debate solicitor General Goode's alleged incompetence and connections to a tissue ballot system. The Goode nomination was rejected. The House split over vetoes on pension bills for Francis Deming and James Romeiser, with heated speeches and a party line vote to refer the Romeiser veto.
Transportation committee of Kansas department plans a special Santa Fe train from Kansas City July 26 for Kansas G A R members and staff. The trip gathers delegates from Tennessee Georgia New York New England and others converging at Santa Fe then to Los Angeles and on to San Francisco arriving August 1. The train carries staff officers delegates and orchestra with Pullman sleepers.
In Vatrey Fars Kas July 9 a jollification meeting celebrated the announced Kansas City Wyandotte Northwestern railroad with confires speeches and cheer. In Seneca July 9 a large demonstration marked the railroad’s approach. A fireworks display and open-air meeting led by Mayor Gilsey drew about one thousand people and the mayor telegraphed the Kansas City board of trade pledging Seneca’s support.
Lospex July 9 Herbert Gladstone at a liberal club said a fresh election is likely within twelve months. Schnadhorst notes the tide turning conservative but predicts another vote in a year. The Earl of Aberdeen, Scotland’s Lord Lieutenant, hints he will depart with the government change. Unionists 319, Gladstonians 210.
The text warns that a sudden weather change can disrupt skin function and retention of waste, risking danger when the body cannot expel worn-out parts. It mentions Brasdreta's Pills as a remedy that Claims to cure pain inflammation and colds arising within hours.
A chaotic set of reports from July details hydrophobia death in Kansas City, liquor license crackdowns near Atlasta and Skipped With the Funds in Jackson. Milton Evans dies after hydrophobia bite at police HQ. Alex Brown Jr. vanishes after handling Fourth of July celebration funds. turmoil follows in three locales with legal moves and police action.
About nine o'clock on July 9 at Bruner tire works the boiler exploded after pumps refused to work. Proprietor H Bruner was killed outright and employees Jabez and Robert Morrison were seriously injured as the engine area was exposed to extreme heat. Water issues caused the heat buildup.
An anecdote from the Chicago Inter Ocean recalls General Buell near Cave Spring halting a thirsty six footer at a spring. Buell, in fatigue uniform and straw hat, commanded the man to remove his foot from the water and then won grudging admiration with calm resolve. A later quip about cannon fire underscores Buell’s authority and the soldier’s respect. Parker’s Tonic ad follows, touting relief for despondency and back pains.
Retired physician claims an East India mission entrusted him with a cure. He offers a plain herbal remedy said to permanently cure consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and all lung affections, claiming remarkable results and urging trial by sufferers.
Edward Shepherd of Harriaturg Illinois credits Electric Bitters for curing a running leg sore after eight years. His doctors said he would need amputation, but after using three bottles of Electric Bitters and seven boxes Bucklen's Arnica Salve his leg healed. Barber Bros sells each item at fifty and twenty five cents respectively.
D A Bradford a Chattanooga Tennessee wholesale paper dealer describes a severe cold that settled on his lungs after trying many remedies. He was induced to try Dr King’s Discovery and reports relief.
The Crow reservation in western Montana faces covert occupation by favored cattlemen. Permits issued by Agent Williamson enable large herds to graze on prime lands, with several firms and individuals named as holders. The system threatens Crow land and livelihoods, prompting calls for Interior Department scrutiny and removal of the agent.
A gentleman to a friend on a mountain top asks what he is doing up there and explains leaving clouds over Chicago to see the sun above them for a moment. The brief exchange conveys a metaphor of escaping banter and seeking perspective beyond city troubles.
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