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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 11, 1911
Page
2
An ad touts Cottolene from The N K Bank Company as a lard substitute for cooking. It claims digestion benefits, physician endorsement, and lower cost, noting a one third loss compared to lard. The copy emphasizes modernity with mentions of wireless and horseless carriages to position the product as progressive.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a floor brush brand Senour Lasnie and a competitor Wobawrd Co. with garbled phrases about best products and a spring cleanup sale. Details are unreadable and names uncertain.
Fragments describe chocolate candy offers and odd store notes with prices. Also includes a long medical ad about deafness and catarrh, promising cures and a mailed circular. References to Peirce's Abysi Store and an export piano tuning rel among scattered lines.
An old home remedy claims mixing warm water, Finex, and strained honey yields a potent cough syrup that allegedly cures stubborn coughs in hours. It promises no spoilage, laxative mildness, and taste, urging use every two to three hours. The text touts Pine elements and promises money back if not satisfied.
A discussion cites scientists suggesting lifespan limits around a century, noting that modern ideas link age to water intake, diet, and waste processing. The piece analyzes historic beliefs about longevity, health, and disease, and mentions researchers debating whether humans naturally live longer or shorter lives.
LILLIAN J. CLAWSON files for divorce and child custody against Clawson in Kansas. Petition requests relief including alimony and costs. Deadline to respond set before May 20, with possible default if no appearance. Attorneys listed: BATER, MEANS & RICK.
A Natick Mass woman describes relief from menopausal symptoms after using Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound. She faced nervousness cold limbs and sleep trouble before doctors suggested a cure. Neighbors call it a miracle and she urges others to seek Mrs Pinkham's advice for free confidential guidance.
Readable fragments show a campaign story involving deception and coercion amid political tension. Names and places are garbled, but the item centers on alleged manipulation, threats, and a contested outcome influencing public perception and party dynamics.
An OCR fragment promotes a Vinci based remedy as a health tonic to restore red blood and vitality. It cites Edu Miller of New Haven and a Mrs Dower commit describing improved condition after use, with other local ads for fish, dairy milk, ice cream, and wedding sherbets.
A dog named Waeee C Si Ce Reese reportedly died after an incident near the rails on a city line. Witnesses say the dog wandered onto the tracks where a vehicle struck it. Authorities are investigating the event and nearby residents expressed condolences for the animal.
A garbled report notes Adolphus Busch, multi millionaire brewer, passing through Lawrence on a trip to St Louis from Pasadena. It laments prohibition and claims beer costs five cents, with stray references to local towns and reporters, reflecting early 20th century temperance sentiment.
A garbled report covers a Commercial Club meeting and Civic Reserve clean up questions. It mentions club fundraising, membership, league participation, and talks of expenditures and future actions. A Creamery ad fragment appears with milk delivery offers and a reference to labor statistics from 19th century sources.
Fragmented civic notice style text mentions Easter ice cream designs at the Creamery and Holy Week services at Trinity Lutheran Church. It lists various services and dates, with garbled phrases and unclear names, suggesting a church schedule and Easter promotions.
Meries i Sort describes AL A. Widinser and Lavinss Mabivbews McCateess leading a strong Lecompton Lodge victory. The detailed account praises the team’s defense and steady offense despite a tense, error prone start.
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