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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 10, 1908
Page
3
Led by W H Ridgway at Coatesville PA, the April 12 Raising of Lazarus study explores John 11:32 44. The lesson emphasizes Christ compassion and human questions, urging readers to relate to Jesus and seek faith without unnecessary inquiry.
A preacher extols sympathetic touch as a sign of genuine compassion. He cites Jesus weeping and Riley's poem about a man needing a friend to lay a hand on his shoulder during sorrow, arguing that such small acts can ease hard times in a manufacturing town.
The text presents garbled religious fragments mentioning a partnership, verses about Lazarus and the Weeper, and references to God Jones, Heal Brown, and other entities. It blends biblical allusions with stray names and disjointed commentary on life, death, and faith.
The ad extols Dr. Pierce's Golden Medical Discovery as a long favored remedy for weak stomach liver and blood ailments. It claims superior merits over rival tonics and asserts honesty and proven composition with no alcohol. It promotes Pleasant Pellets and Little Liver Pills as trusted companions in the medical regimen.
The Endera News argues the city should not bear the cost of killing dogs and that owners should pay fifty cents for each animal killed. It notes some owners cannot pay taxes, citing a past case where a dog was taxed through community aid. The piece questions fairness and suggests shifting responsibility to owners.
A large audience attended a boys massion class show at night in Devore. Performances featured a line of entertaining acts including gymnastic routines and sword-like drills. Ten young men from the German Turners led by Otto Rost gave an impressive finale to the program directed by Nelse Oekerhlad.
The article promotes an old time vegetable remedy for kidney and bladder issues in the elderly. It cites an authority claiming sixteen treated cases with only one complex failure and describes a simple mix of Compound Bargon, Fluid Dandelion, and Syrup of Sarsaparilla to be shaken and taken.
The Journal announces a change to publish candidate announcements in a single column. A primary ticket will list all candidates who announce in the paper with proper classification. Democratic announcements will be carried at the same rate and under the correct heading to save space.
A sanitarium is planned on a ten acre tract near Big Springs south of Grover Hill. Officials say the site is ideal for a sanitarium with reliable springs and abundant mineral quality. Construction may begin soon as a new electric line is anticipated to boost access and interest in the area.
E S Lopez of Manilla Iowa says as a carpenter he has suffered many cuts that Bucklen's Arnica Salve healed. The salve relieves pain and saves money by speeding recovery and is best he has found. It also heals burns sores ulcers fever sores eczema and piles. 25 cents at Barber Son Druggists.
Mrs Robert K House is confined to the house with a rather severe sprained ankle. She slipped and fell at her residence in West Lawrence yesterday.
Mr B B Shelley business manager for the McPhee attractions arranged for Downie's Grand Mam moth Production of Uncle Tom's Cabin at Bowersock Opera House on Tuesday April 14. The company tours the West Indies and returns east highly recommended by press and theater managers. Prices 10c 20c 30c 50c. DeWitts Little Early Risers liver pills sold by C P Barber & Son.
The Manual Training school bonds should not exceed four percent interest. It is believed the bonds can be sold at that rate. The text notes no authority for a higher rate justifies the city paying $4,000 extra.
Fragmented notice states the board could have acted differently in February and that changes were meant to improve distribution. It mentions Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs and references financial troubles linked to drug law and safe remedies. The piece implies bonds may be sold for four thousand dollars and notes the city should commend a safe remedy for children and adults.
Prof Hubert Dune of Kansas University lectured on Perfumery to a large Lawrence audience led by vice president Mrs May Phillips The program featured Haskell Institute pupils and Stella Kolding with a strong musical segment Miss Cassie Quinlan reported on settlement work and the federation voted aid to close a deficit A large crowd attended and the West Hadys served refreshments
The report notes a night of unsettled conditions with no rain and lingering threats of precipitation. Despite the ominous forecast, skies remained dry while conditions gradually improve and uncertainty persists.
Mrs E D Charles of Harbor Maine touts Electric Bitters as a neighborhood favorite saying it relieves dyspepsia liver complaints and nervousness. Burdock Blood Bitters claim to cure dyspepsia drive out impurities and restore digestion. Kodol advertised for indigestion belching and nervous headache. Also pasture ad: 530 acres Ottawa Kansas with cattle rates.
Advertisement claims Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup cures stomach and liver trouble and aids digestion. It purportedly stimulates liver and bowels without irritation and relieves indigestion headaches and constipation. The product is described as mild and pleasant to take, with a warning to refuse substitutes. Barber & Son.
Arbor Day observed in some places but not Lawrence. Also public notice of a real estate dispute in Douglas County with Mary Ann Flory filing to establish ownership of southeast quarter of southeast quarter Section 4 Township 15 Range 19. Includes sale of garden supplies and planting material advertising Barber & Son nursery.
A small appeal from the Associated Charities of Law rence requests clothing for children and women and some cash to close out winter efforts with no further obligations. J R Coffman, president, asks locals to notify him. local businesses promise reliable cement work and building supplies, including blocks and posts, with plans upon request.
A cryptic OCR fragment references Dr Widens and M Grun, noting widened meat guarantees and benefits under care. The readable text is fragmented and lacks clear events or dates to determine a full news item.
RK P Ingalls buys a complete hydraulic equipment package to speed all kinds of house moving work. The Douglas Co. Marble and Granite Works touts pneumatic lettering in granite for Memorial Day monuments. A court petition in Douglas County involves William Fusswell and others over land claims. notice demands response by May 22.
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