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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 03, 1912
Page
2
A Kansas State Agricultural College professor urges farmers to keep surface soil moist for longer. He says stored moisture is more valuable than rainfall and recommends early cultivation to prevent evaporation. Deep tilth and careful tools help protect water as crops begin growth.
The passage advises on ground preparation using harrows and rollers. It discusses when a loose roll is preferable, the need for a firm ground, and how tilted harrow spikes reduce plant damage. It emphasizes not avoiding thorough harrowing and balancing soil disturbance to avoid excessive pulling of plants.
Farmers can profit from growing popcorn on fertile well-tended soil. White Rice and White Pearl varieties reach five to eight feet, yielding about sixty bushels per ten acres and selling locally for a dollar to two dollars per bushel. Ripens in about 100 days, but storage and rats pose challenges. demand rises in fall and winter markets.
Williston, a 1972 alum and Chicago professor, reflects on the 72 class at Kansas Agricultural College. He recalls chapel programs, honors when diplomas were awarded, and life then with simple equipment and no current commence ment trappings. The piece notes former honorees and the era's teaching methods.
A reader recounts severe itching burning sores covering body for months. After unsuccessful medical opinions the patient used Cuticura Soap Ointment and Resolvent for four months and was cured. The testimonial notes relapses with spring and urges free samples from Semta Potter Drug.
A traveling man describes years of Bright's disease, swelling, and near despair. After using Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root for a year, he claims full recovery and no doctor visits for two years, urging others with kidney or bladder disease to try the remedy. He credits his improved health to Swamp Root and notes his father might have lived longer if he had used it earlier. Notary public confirms the sworn statement dated July 23, 1909.
An old ad and clipping discuss sending for a Swamp Root sample and a booklet on kidneys and bladder, urging mention of the Lawrence Journal-World. Also promoted is Chamberlain’s Cough Remedy as a safe cold cure sold nationwide. The text includes unrelated burlesque quips about Dolly and a take-off.
The Oberhoffer led Minneapolis orchestra impressed with discipline and subtle power in Carnegie Hall. Pianist Lucille Stevenson of Chicago delivered Ave Maria from Bruch’s Cross of Fire with a lyrical soprano tone. Encore request honored, a Purcell song followed. The reviewer lauds the ensemble's sincerity and artistry, arguing Minneapolis merits greater national regard.
Washington reports the 1911 egg export total nearly 13.25 million dozen valued at about 2.75 million dollars, a record for calendar years. Imports remained under one million dozen, while tariff changes since 1890 helped reduce earlier high import volumes. The article notes long term shifts in trade patterns and the impact of policy on egg commerce.
A report notes Raymond's drug store in Lawrence has sold more Merital products than any pharmacy in a town of similar size. The American Drug & Press Association previously named Raymond's the royal agency for Merital sales, and the Journal-World is credited with strong advertising reach as sales nationwide prompt store expansion and new staff.
A fragment notes Oklahoma resident Burant at 57 plans to use a provision created for aiding his college education upon reaching adulthood. The text suggests the rule has remained unused by him and mentions Tennessee, indicating cross state context and intent to pursue higher education.
Z Farrer a carpenter and widowed heir of a parsonage family, aged 37, intends to move back to Tennessee to enter Vanderbilt University in Nashville and begin a medical course under provisions of a long planned benefaction. He was born in Williamson County Tennessee and raised within Southern Methodist educational circles. He has nine children, four of whom are married or writing. He would fund schooling for a child but the gift terms restrict it. Last week Easter cards were advertised at McCollock's drug store.
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