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Newspaper
Lawrence Weekly Journal
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1886
Page
3
A license for Amatriaze was issued yesterday to William E Hughes and Kate Corel, both residents of the county. The report also notes assorted local items from court, education, and community news.
Bids opened for furnishing the Indian school were awarded to local merchants: S A Brown & Co won for early wire and plumbing. C Bruce & Son for paints and oil. George Leis for stone. Alex Reeves for hardware. F W Jacdicke for lime. A J Griffin for sand. contract split between Lutchinson and Grey. No bids for harness or roulin need.
The notice advertises June sale of Rotel Trip tickets via Lake Erie & Western railway for round trips to Pittsburgh and Lima with single fare options. It promises economical and comfortable travel to northern and western Ohio and Indiana, with stopovers allowed and easy return arrangements from Lima if tickets are presented to an L E W agent seven days before departure. John Bastar is listed as traveling agent for L E and W Ry, Bloomington, Illinois.
An advertiser touts B B B as a cancer like neck treatment and a universal blood purifier, promising rapid, cheap results after six to seven weeks. The note mentions merchants in Griffin and Barber Brothers, and also promotes Bucklen's Arnica Salve as a first aid remedy for various skin ailments with a strong guarantee.
Col Murray the Eldridge House landlord installs a 160 candle power Edison light at the front entrance to illuminate the street and give a metropolitan air. The hotel’s halls rooms and interiors have been newly carpeted repapered and repainted reflecting ongoing improvements and a commitment to top standards in Lawrence.
Prominent Kansas resident H J Rushmer died peacefully at 2 a m after a cerebral hemorrhage led to paralysis. Born in Quebeck Canada April 25 1833 he settled in Caytuga N Y and later Kansas where he built a jewelry business after尝ing farming. He was a longtime Methodist and leaves a wife six children. Funeral at 2 p m today from his home at Louisana and Henry streets.
Mr F B Baker, writing from San Francisco, reports Miss Mary Gleason of Lawrence was seriously injured in a cable car accident. The note says Gleason’s status and potential legal action against the cable car company, with references to her prior engagements and a visit by Dr. Kalleek in Washington territory.
Good Recalls in Every Case. T A Bratford of Chattanooga Tenn recounts severe lung issues resisted by other remedies, then used Lt King's New Discovery for Consumption and was cured after a few bottles. Thousands credited with saving lives by this discovery. trial bottles free at Barber Bros. Drug Store.
Edward Shepherd of Marrisburg NJ credits Electric Bitters and Bucklen's Arnica Salve with healing a running sore on his leg after doctors warned amputation. He used three bottles of Bitters and seven boxes of Arnica Salve and recovered. Barber Bros. sell both products at affordable prices.
The article reports rapid excavation of the Watkins building cellar. It also notes trials and local events including burglar trial of Harry Lewis, marriage licenses for Andrew Hall and Martha Skinner, and various social and legal updates across the area.
Douglas County crowds unite across parties to back Judge Thacher for Congress praising his Senate record and pledge to represent all sections. Voters say he is a proven, trustworthy choice who will advocate Douglas County interests and stand with national leaders.
Several farmers inquire about employing Indian pupils from Haskell Institute during the summer. Superintendent Kabowskii says school ends soon and he will place recommended pupils in good families. Many pupils require farm or shop work, and more placements are needed. call the Institute for details. Funeral of Mr H J Rushmer held with Methodist choir and Knights of Honor in attendance. services led by Dr Marvin stressing Christian hope. Cemetery procession to Oak Hill followed.
The Second District notes broad support for Judge Thacher as a possible congressman. Local officials like Watts Horton Tremper Innes Daily commend his abilities and readiness to serve constituents, while some opponents concede his qualifications. The piece predicts a strong Douglas County vote if he is nominated.
The third annual Oread and Orophilian entertainment attracted a large audience at University hall last night. Miss Evelyn Smith presided, offerings received flowers, and Dan Crew earned an encore amid applause. The event featured duets, essays, debates on wealth, declamations, orations, and a note on South Lawrence nurseryman B F Smith inviting reporters to his strawberry fields.
Judge Benson awarded Harris ten dollars in the civil case Harris vs. Mitchell. The State vs. Harry We wtk resulted in a guilty verdict for burglary in the third degree and petty larceny. Penalty for burglary ranges from one to five years in the penitentiary. Also an advertisement for Stirling Remedy company seeking lady agents.
Four fine yearling Durham bulls offered for sale on the farm of Judge Thacher located on the Clinton road. Auction details and contact by Wa. Tucker.
A small audience at University Hall attended the law department’s first class day since its founding. Notables spoke on the future of legal study while student addresses, solos by Bertha Starr and Dan Crew, and the valedictory by EK CG Little highlighted the program. The banquet followed at Frossetip’s with remarks from J W Green and others as the Amphion garzette performed.
An old physician who has retired from practice claims to offer a radical remedy for consumption bronchitis catarrh asthma and nervous complaints. The advertisement promises a paper with full directions sent by mail for a fee, urging relief for suffering individuals.
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