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Newspaper
Scandia Journal
Location
Scandia, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1901
Page
7
A broad price listing of grocery and household items including crackers prunes tea and soap, plus assorted granite and tinware like pails and pots. Prices span from a few cents to a few dozen cents, highlighting deals on lye baking powder and various containers.
An ad outlines Evans shoe prices for dress and other shoes with tags like Our price 75 cents on some tables and prices from 2.10 to 3.25 for Evans dress shoes. The figures emphasize substantial savings on multiple tables.
The note laments the Cuba Daylight still racing old Kavisas and the Exposition’s decline. It claims toads fetch $19 each for gardeners, leaving the writer $38 better off than a week prior.
A Washington county preacher named Hollar draws attention as observers speculate about his denomination and stance, noting his surname suggests no clear Methodist affiliation.
E F Nichols, an imam credited with discovering that heat is received from the stars, is described as a distant relative of the editor in a peculiar report of uncertain origin.
A remark about a left handed editor surfaces in a discussion of the paper whose editorials run on the last page. The comment ties to perceptions of the newspaper’s leadership and editorial stance.
County exchange notes a petition in a local business reportedly relocated from the store. The item is described as a petition but not a school document, raising questions about its origin and purpose.
A historic remark references the JourNAL as one of the papers that harmed Mrs. McKinley with a false report that spread nationwide. The statement implies media responsibility in shaping public perception during the era.
Judge Patterson notes about one third as many marriage licenses issued this year versus last. He questions if the institution is becoming unpopular. Judge Alexfinder rules the Hurrell temperance law unconstitutional by denying juries instructions under it. Other state judges disagree, deeming the law valid.
County Clerk notes assessors have listed personal property nearer the assessment basis than ever before. The change encourages longtime advocates for higher valuations and lower levies.
Reader receives an illustrated pamphlet on Hawaii's agricultural resources and capabilities, noted as a valuable guide for those seeking accurate information about the Pacific gem. A World’s Commerce review for 1900 is also included for study.
The passage notes county Republicans favor a convention and ongoing election preparations, likely delaying calls to September to test the biennial election law. It also reports a Woodmen death case in Kansas City where the society refused to pay an insurance claim over 80 cents in arrears, the widow winning $2,237 in damages.
Testimonials from readers praise Kodol Dyspepsia Cure and One Minute Cough Cure. Mrs C W Roberts from Northi Creek Arkansas reports relief after twenty years of dyspepsia. A P Happer and A L Spofford describe rapid recovery for a child from croup after using the remedies.
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Public notice from Republic Kansas announces a meeting of the County Board of Equalization at the County Clerk's office in the courthouse on the first Monday in June 1901. The session will review valuations of personal property and any real property changes due to removals or new improvements. Citizens can appear to contest errors in assessor returns. Dated May 18, 1901.
An 19th century ad touts Mull's Lightning Specific as pure and safe for all ages, claiming it kills pain instantly without opiates ammonia or capsicum. It notes suitability for children and invalids and lists 25 cents price with seller A J White. Mothers urged to use it for summer complaints cholera and diarrhea.
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