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Newspaper
The Hays Free Press
Location
Hays, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 06, 1908
Page
2
Western Kansas notes an influx of tramps and a crop of troublemakers while praising a rare honest traveler. It warns Hays City to enforce the herd law to seize stray horses and cattle found within limits or face damages as fences come down and lawns are beautified.
A Kansas relief history note traces waves of misfortune and aid from grasshoppers to drought, then praises Kansas as a thriving 20th century land with booming farms and cities. It mentions state employment for wheat harvesters at eight dollars daily plus board, inviting unemployed New Yorkers to relocate. Marriage licenses issued by Judge Gross list Archible L. King and Myrtle Elan and J F Younger and Lena Dreher.
Wm Weis of Hill City Kansas declares his candidacy for state senator in Kansas Senate District 39, subject to the will of Republican voters in the district. He addresses supporters and outlines intent to seek party nomination.
W B Ham of Stockton Kansas announces his run for the Republican nomination for congressman in the Sixth District He notes he cannot state measures in a notice but plans public statements across the district before August 4th next.
A mixed tale describes a wheel shaped disc rolling down Hinckley’s Main street, prompting ridiculous theories about its origin from geologists and locals. A resident retrieves it to its baker wife, and a culinary mishap involving a pie is recounted. The piece closes with poems and reflections on memory, flowers, and childhood.
John Troth announces his candidacy for the Republican nomination for Register of Deeds in the upcoming primary on August 4. He asks for the support and votes of county residents in the election.
Eye and Ear Surgeon Dr M Jay Brown from Salina will be at Brunswick Hotel Monday June 15. Printing services and sporting goods advertised. Harkness offers chocolates and kodaks. Fire insurance and auto insurance available. Farm trades and real estate listings nearby. Laundry offers cleaning and pressing with delivery.
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