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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 25, 1911
Page
4
A fragment ad claims Hood's Sarsaparilla cleanses the blood and clears humors that cause blemishes. The testimonial suggests pimples vanished after using Hood's medicine. Names appear garbled, indicating an OCR error from the original notice.
An assorted newspaper fragment from Lawrence Kansas shows scattered AP copy and local notices. It discusses tax penalties and public affairs including railroads, judiciary power, reciprocity, and market trends. The piece weaves commentary on government, prices, and travel, reflecting unsettled early 20th century reporting.
A fragment discusses legislative leverage and voter response, noting New Jersey and California experiences and urging a direct tax amendment. It mentions Kansas spirit, unity, and the need for public action to protect farmers from rising burdens. The text reflects prompts for constitutional change to ease farm pressures.
In the next decade yields may rise and the Canadian reciprocity agreement is urged against American protectionists. Fantastical talk of political uproar surrounds Dave Leahy versus Senator Stewart in Wichita as fears grow of drastic acts. The piece critiques graft and corruption, notes Stillwell’s war on corporations, and defends practical schooling toward vocational training and usefulness.
A garbled excerpt alleges President Smith admitted and deplored marriages said to be civil and ecclesiastical in nature. The document claims 1100 marriages were consummated, provoking charges the Mormon church tolerates such unions amid partisan reactions.
The prohibitory law in Topika is to be strictly enforced, aiming to curb hotel practices. Travelers in Kansas have endured lax enforcement and hotel charges, but recent reports indicate growing demand for compliance. Lawrence hosts many traveling men who advocate full enforcement of all laws affecting their stays.
The sharpest pre cision shows a rift between insurgents and regular Republicans as insurgents seek separate representation for committees. The Journal-World warned this would undermine party leadership and elevate individual prominence over the country. Senator LaFollette’s disruptive tactics grow clearer.
Letter-style testimonial from Mrs. J D Smith of Albany Missouri praising Williams Pink Pills. She describes severe health decline after grip and shock, including fainting, numbness, heart weakness, and fatigue. After failing with doctors and costly remedies, she credits rapid improvement and renewed ability to work to the pills. The advertisement promotes the pills as blood builders and suggests obtaining by mail with a small price.
Fragmented text sketches Gov Dhirmon and Gov Harmen rivalries with Gov Wilson amply noted. It references legislative progress, national profile, and Democratic party dynamics. The piece mentions racing figures like Balbo Simugger and Maui S., with scattered biographical hints about origins in Kansas and Olathé, and a note that Maui S. was believed dead but was not.
In the next decade the Kaw valley and surrounding towns will urbanize with trolley lines reaching the heart of the city. Lawrence truck gardeners will feed the Kansas City market as the area becomes a key center for trucking and banking growth follows farm prosperity. The piece links transport, banking, and farm wealth, noting past bank failures and optimistic revival driven by farmers’ rising fortunes.
A notice advertises a barrel of Sherman Brothers Rio coffee at 20 cents per pound for Windmill Grocery with SAG phones. Also an automobile for sale, a bargain Little Ford in good shape with one tire. Contact G A Hamman via Bell phone 41700.
Olivia Howard reviews the May Smart Set with Mark Venable's Son a tale of a sculptor who wins fame late in life and his son who nearly destroys his father's sight while chasing similar glory. Also discussed are Bodkin's The Grand Slam at Cambridge and other pieces by Lippmann Wonderly Roe Weekes and Berkley Roache, plus a poem Allie of Hoses.
The article praises Madame Lebandi as a celebrated figure in Paris for beauty and brains, arguing that skilled cooking elevates women and that training and proper ingredients are key. It extols baking powder and endorses Calumet, noting its World’s Pure Food Exposition award.
An old advertisement promotes a 1% cure for a cold using Sanative Bromo Quinine Tablets. It claims a money back refund if it fails to cure and lists price at 23 cents per box. The ad features a handwritten signature and emphasizes guaranteed results.
A letter argues for homeowner repairs funded by mortgage holders to protect lenders and tenants. It condemns speculation and urges prompt work to safeguard property values, praising lenders who support repairs as fair and necessary amid widespread talk.
A promotional letter sample from Dr Ida T. Gabbert claims D. D. D. cures eczema and clears skin, with testimonials from patients like August Santa of Chillicothe Ohio. The ad touts ten years of reliable use and offers a trial bottle for $0.25 with promises of instant relief.
An old advertisement touts a dyspepsia treatment sold by Haymond & Co and pharmacists, claiming rapid relief from indigestion, heartburn, belching, and stomach distress. It promotes tablets and a paste, cites various ailments rescued, and mentions mail orders and money-back plans.
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