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Newspaper

Lawrence Weekly Journal

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 03, 1886

Page

8

Ignorant Visitors Reveal Public Misconceptions

A montage of anecdotes critiques Washington city visitors and locals who misidentify the Capitol, White House, and government roles. The piece blends a broker’s confession on ignorance with humorous quotes about labor, capital, and politics, concluding with reflections on education and perception across regions.

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Weather Summary for May Details and Comparisons

May concluded with 13.57 inches of precipitation, 0.61 inch below the 18 year May average. Sky was 9-34.52 percent cloudy while 14 percent clearer than usual. Clear days totaled 17, half clear 11, cloudy 3. no entirely cloudy days. Mean cloudiness 7.2, 42.26 percent at 7:00 m, 38.71 at 2 p.m., 22.58 at 9 p.m. Winds predominantly from the Wisp-S and N.E. directions, total 7,920 miles, 4,230 miles below the May average. Highest velocity 40 mph on the 2nd and 20th. Barometer averaged 29.024 inches with daily variations. maximum 30.322 inches on the 17th, minimum 28.620 on the 9th, monthly range 0.702 inch. Relative humidity averaged 67.9 percent with peaks at 100 percent on the 4th and a low of 21 percent on the 23rd. No fog reported.

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Merchant’s Bold Gift Ends With A Lesson In Advertising

After a risky run, a merchant who amassed a ton of gold passes the business to his son and insists on one rule: advertise judiciously. The tale underscores prudence, branding, and the enduring value of smart promotion in a changing market.

Levi A. Doane Offers Bargains on City Property and Homes

Leave made on City Property improved farms and Chatel Mortgage Security at low rates. A large list of town and county property for sale at very low prices with easy terms. One offer features a new 3 room house with lot, fence, stable, and shed, excellent water well, priced at 550 dollars. Apply to Levi A. Doane.

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