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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 02, 1913
Page
6
An old advertisement extols Syrup of Figs as a gentle remedy for children with coated tongues feverishness and upset stomach. It warns against castor oil calomel and harsh laxatives, claiming figs senna and stimulant ingredients safely ease bowels, cleanse and regulate, with plain directions for all ages and a plainly printed label.
Local diary style report lists Mrs. James Leigh visiting Mrs. Wilbar, Lawrence shoppers Ernest Leigh and family, and various neighbors including Miss Kate Judumen and Mrs. Yskaloosay. Mentions of dinners, Sunday visits, and neighbors traveling to consult about Mrs Tenpen James Leigh.
Hopewell school notes show Seventh and Rights grades exam outcomes, with four pupils visiting Phursany Crove and five traveling to Lawrence for tests. Local reports mention several residents visiting relatives, spring openings, and a community social planned for Friday. a brief item on a careless mishap and an ad about a cash prize for counting dots appears in this issue.
The article extols the United States Marines as a mobile force of the Navy. It traces their history from early clashes on New Providence in 1777 through decades of global service, noting their role in protecting American lives and property, quelling revolts, and engaging foes with rapid, decisive action across diverse theaters. It cites Aldridge on the corps' origin and highlights their ability to operate with minimal international distraction.
In Mother’s Magazine a reflection laments modern life’s neglect of simple social exchanges and home trust. It argues that genuine affection should outweigh dining spectacle, urging families to foster a warm, loving atmosphere for children amid formal visits and costly entertainments.
A man tries to reach police substation No. 1 but receives a feminine caller who mistakes him for someone else. After a brief exchange he asks to talk to Tam and the line is cut as he relays the number to central.
Mrs Gygler was so frightened by an automobile nearly running her down that she has not spoken for a week. Still there is a brighter side to the story as Gygler has been smoking his pipe in the living room since the incident occurred.
A shipment of Palmers favorite Wisteria Perfume and other popular goods has just been received at Mewlhvch Drug Store. Local shoppers can expect fresh stock and new arrivals in fragrance and personal care.
A veteran congressman urges reviving the old decorum of Daniel Webster and Calhoun era debates by limiting epithets. He cites recent sharp language, including a rival calling a government official a refrigerated vulture, and notes Speaker Clark admonished intemperate speech. The nation nears a crisis in language as slang risks eroding trust.
At Washington meeting the MacGregor clan debated flag designs and adopted the American flag as their banner. Mrs Roberta Julia MacGruder Dukey of the Daughters of the American Revolution offered to present a flag next year. Caleb Clarke MacGruder Jr supported the measure noting the flag stands for freedom and the traditions of early MacGregors. A New York Press quote about NogI follows, praising sincerity in death.
A Washington citizen born under dire odds survived a 340 foot fall into the St. Lawrence river, with bones held by gold silver and steel. After a year of insanity an skull surgery removed the cause and he regained health and independence. Doctors study his extraordinary recovery and employ inventive restoration methods.
Washington's tree census shows 100 787 trees shaded the city. Trueman Lanham, district superintendent, reports 9 824 trees planted in the last fiscal year and 2 146 removed, yielding an overall increase. Nerwary maples led plantings with red oaks and ash trees also well represented.
Local merchant Haymond's Deux Store advertises ikadak and a complete line of korlaks and other supplies starting at $1. The notice highlights affordable options and a broad inventory for daily use.
A distillery failure released hundreds of whiskey barrels into the river, valued at about a quarter of a million dollars. The event sparked anxiety as weakened buildings threatened nearby towns. Refugees arrived hourly, with Henderson and Owensboro tasked with shielding Wickliffe and surrounding areas where over a thousand refugees had gathered from Hickman and Columbus.
The Haskell Lyceum closes its winter course with a finale featuring five performers. The program includes the Apallophane ensemble and a Steinway Grand piano solo. Miss Cote Spring and other versatile performers provide vocals and instrumental pieces as the troupe earns praise from the society and the Yary Men’s Herries Association. Season plans for next year are announced with ticket details.
In Zion City UL on April 2 a man was arrested after a crowd clash between Crosalers and City Marshal Hoover during a street meeting. Tension grew from a dispute involving Wilbur Glenn Voliva and workers at Elevari cal company. A rabble formed near the Zion City Church as a marching crowd tried to interrupt a meeting, with several people injured and others knocked down.
The Valley creamery, damaged by a destructive blaze, is being rebuilt under manager supervision. The frame is up, concrete work complete, first machinery arriving, and more components to follow. The plant will modernize with new hiding and incubator equipment. Woodward & Co supplies coal oil and high quality kerosene while spring tasks loom.
E U Bond is named mayor of Lawrence after a troubled election. Poll books closed on the 21st with 48 voters qualified but few cast ballots. voters assumed the museum proposition would be submitted. A post election review calls for reform of tallying and ward-by-ward counting to improve accuracy and public trust. The city awaits a plan for change and a Tuesday meeting to discuss next steps.
President attends to opposing views on free sugar as he weighs a compromise with Colonel Rubert wines and Louisiana delegates. Finance Committee senators Simmons Stone and Flake to discuss sugar provision. White House talks foreshadowed. Local notices mention deed transfers, licenses, and real estate activity amid broader editorial noise.
The Journal-World offers a one year subscription tie in with Grower and Farmer and Dairy Farmer clubs. The promotion expired April first but publishers hope to extend briefly. Coverage notes the paper’s status as a top Kansas daily and strong local penetration in Lawrence and Douglass County. Also mentions senior poetry project and Bertha Strode funeral details.
A vintage cure advertisement touts Texas Wonder as a remedy for kidney and bladder issues in men, women, and children. It claims to dissolve gravel, cure diabetes, rheumatism, and irregularities, with mail order sales and testimonials from Kansas and Dr. E. W. Hall in St. Louis.
At the regular library board meeting last night the chamber of commerce portrait was formally accepted and diners expressed thanks. The board voted to continue purchases from the duplicate pay collection, raising the share to twenty percent and extending the fiction book acquisitions beyond the precent of the duplicate pay collection. The library report noted the fiction file was tested with six new items.
A testimonial-ad style notice urges Eckmans Alterative as a remedy for consumption bronchial asthma hay fever throat and lung troubles. It claims rapid relief and weight gain after starting the product and notes insurers reportedly accepted the writer as sound. The piece names Eckman Laboratory Philadelphia and Dick Brothers as distributors and asks readers to request recovery testimonies.
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