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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1913
Page
3
The piece reviews the Associated Press role and reach in 20th century news, noting AP’s vast staff and global logistics. It discusses AP’s nonpartisan stance and its duty to deliver timely reports while balancing member interests, access, and competition among news organizations.
Kansas readers show strong interest as the Senate banking and currency reform committee begins work after a conference with President Wilson. The piece notes Kansas figures like Senator Bristow and Senator Owen shaping proposals, with tariff issues still prominent nationally and calls for currency reform timing amid a possible special session. Arthur Capper and family are mentioned in Washington visiting allies and committees aligned with the Chisan conference on better marketing methods.
A vintage advertisement insists dandruff causes hair loss and asserts Hay's Hair Health cleanses the scalp, relieves itching, restores grey hair to natural color, and revives vitality. It cites many testimonials and urges readers to buy from Dick Brothers.
A mix of consumer remedies, medical endorsements, and local notices appears. References include Pape's Diapepsin claims, Chamberlain's Cough Remedy testimonials, Evdnia Pinkham's Vegetable Compound praise for women, and visits by nurse committees. Also noted are Kadak film products and a reflection on social dating behavior.
Ad copy touts a vegetable tonic with no minerals or drugs as a safe fast cure for severe skin conditions like eczema. Claims rapid improvement and invites readers to write The Swift Specific Co for free advice, promising guidance on skin and blood issues. Multiple brand and product mentions appear in a period-tinged sales pitch.
The Kansas Board of Agriculture reports on April conditions in 1919 showing not more than 5 percent of winter wheat likely to fail. In eastern counties damage was limited while the southwest saw losses from dry weather and winds. Overall, soil conditions are favorable for growth with moisture needs highlighted in a dry southwest. Areas with large wheat acreages show potential bumper yields if harvested.
In Memoriam Henrietta Fredericka Sheet born July Std WT departed this life April 23 19E at one year months and 19 days laid to rest April 25 Maple Grove Cemetery Dearly beloved by all who knew her heart and smile cherished by her mother and father until we meet again in the golden home of rest
Tex as Wonder claims to dissolve gravel cure diabetes and back pain. It promises bladder regulation and shows testimonials from Dr E W Hall of St Louis. Sold by druggists and via mail order for two months treatment. Also includes local classified ads for rent and goods with contact details.
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