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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 02, 1906
Page
2
The Journal notes its historical role as a Lawrence publication and discusses Governor Cummins Iowa victory, portraying it as a stand for progress against entrenched interests. It reflects on youth versus age, care and selfishness, and the evolving values shaping political and personal life.
A garbled party slate lists state officers including Governor, Secretary of State, State Auditor, Attorney General and Supreme Court judges. It also shows congressional and county tickets with offices such as Treasurer Sheriff Probate Judge County Attorney Clerk of Court and Superintendent. A Kansas City railroad bond scheme is mocked and editorials touch on Rockefeler and Bryan and a Harris nonresident dispute.
The Ottawa Herald editorial defends the standing pat tariff doctrine while acknowledging tariff adjustments as conditions change. It argues protection fosters prosperity and that Western Republicans lead a revisionist push without abandoning protection, urging industries be protected to their needs and calls for investigation to gauge changes.
An early 20th century advertisement touts Dr Lyon's Perfect Tooth Powder as cleansing beautifying and breath purifying for refined users. It notes decades of use and convenience for travelers while claiming preparation by a firm.
The piece analyzes Congressman Phil Campbell as a candidate for U.S. Senate. It notes his solid answers to questions, confidence in the Republican Party, and appeal to voters, but argues he is too young and lacks required experience. It also discusses Victor Murdock as similarly inexperienced and recommends delaying promotion to the Senate.
An advertising blurb promotes Texas Wonder, a cure for kidney and bladder issues and rheumatic troubles, sold by druggists or as a two month mail order for 21 dollars. It lists Dr E W Hall of St Louis as endorser and invites testimonials. A Kensington undertaker advert is also cited with boastful statistics.
A man avoids ordinary errors only to invite criticism from friends. The text notes a rival sentiment that triumphs may be hollow like froth on beer. It also observes a woman’s solace when she realizes her actions stirred jealousy and confirms she has not lived in vain.
A collage of classifieds seeks buyers for horses and housewives needed for home tasks. Jobs include bricklaying, plumbing, and representative roles with pay and opportunities. Real estate offers houses and farms near Lawrence with payment options and down payments. Contact Lambs, journal offices, or specific names for details.
Fer Gale advertises a new modern home for sale with ten rooms at 512 Indiana Street. Ovper plans to leave the city and trade for farm land. Inquiries through City Drug Store or O W Murphy. Also listed are stock ranches and household goods.
Classified sale ad listing stock of nations, toy goods, stationery and various city properties in Lawrence Kansas. Items include houses, land, and real estate notes with numerous locations, prices, and trade offers. Contact W T Neate at 433 930 Mass Street for offers and details.
Several rental items listed including a 1 room house with barn at 004 Rhone Island street available furnished or unfurnished. A 6 room house near a good location with inquiries directed to C H Brett at 1018 Rentusky street. A seven room house with electric light gas and water plus barn at the corner of Indiana and Elliott. Also a cottage inquiry at Tonbie street and a 4 room house at 08 Rhode Island Street Sea Fred Doane.
J H Gillham, a horse shoer with 30 years of experience, continues operations at 716 Vermont Street. He shoes all kinds of horses and guarantees his work, inviting customers to have their stock shod correctly.
A brief local notice advertises a live stock auctioneer with twenty years experience. It urges readers to call for open dates and lists an office at Trovillo and Kreider's lumber yard with phones for Harberger. The ad emphasizes experiential credibility and immediate contact options.
An old magazine feature extols Maria-Vita as a perfect whole wheat food rich in nutrients for children and adults. It highlights pure grain composition, barley malt extract, maltose nutrition, and easy digestion, claiming it strengthens bone, blood, muscle, and brain. Sold by grocers at 10 cents.
An odd essay on dreams, their eerie pleasure, and how they haunt the mind. It weaves in historical anecdotes from Frederick William II and August II to a 19th century Italian physician, plus a California murder tale sparked by a premonitory dream. The piece blends speculative science with startling, shadowy visions.
A telegraph report describes a deadly dynamite blast at the Coney mine near Skykomish killing two, including Robinson. His wife in Renton dreamt the catastrophe, then narrates a saga of dreams and murder linked to a Glasgow area incident where relatives forewarned by prophetic dreams end in tragedy, prompting musings on dream prophecy and telepathy.
An article argues against daily scalp washing for dandruff and promotes Newbro's Herpicide as the only treatment that kills the dandruff germ. The ad claims scouring removes scales but does not stop the underlying cause, urging readers to order a sample from a Michigan company.
A fragment cites Woodward and Co Golf Agents and a remark about a citizen not being judged by his spouse's worth, with a note that some fellows never respond to treatment and question about beeping during talking.
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