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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1918
Page
4
Fragmentary OCR reads like a medical ad and address notes from Roxbury Ohio with odd spellings and a reference to Gold Ointment. Mentions a department and Boston, unclear product claims. Summary captures the garbled promotional snippet without adding details.
Phillip Noffer and family visited at the J W Gress home and attended the Woodland convention. Mr and Mrs Charlie Brass and Mr and Mrs Charles Scheer spent the afternoon at the Sea Bue home. Deister family new in Seven Mile area. Peter Teater with Mrs Bryn Bidinger staying briefly. Grant Johnson and another man visited the paver home last Sunday.
The document details United States certificates of indebtedness with face value $500.00 each issued by Watkins National Bank. The record notes an interest rate of 41-2 per cent and references October issuance and related formalities.
Mr Byron Cox of Tonganoxie spent the week with Mr Arthur Fordyce. Miss Mary Landon was in Lawrence on business. Mrs Arth Gorton has turned home after Eureka visit. Mr Blainy Cooksey returned to Camp Funston. Mr and Mrs D Hoover motored to Overdale with Mrs De Heck of Lawrence. William Sturdy of Greenfield Iowa visiting relatives. Gene Hoskinson purchased a new Ford. Maud Gordon in Lawrence giving music lessons. Fred Griffith left for Camp Funston. Will Giggs purchased a new Overland car. Rev and Mrs Gordon drove to Baldwin. Ladies Aid to meet at Mrs Andrews home August 21. Lemuel Sturdy assisting. Roy Sell of Eudora visited Lloyd Williamson. George Sturdy and Roy Chart helping Fowler bale hay in Osage county. Bert Stevens and family at Carl Day home. Jake Reusch Jr bought two new Chevrolet. W B Fordyce and daughter Mrs Cooksey with Will Landon to Lawrence. Earl Williamson of Camp Funston visited his parents. Lemuel Sturdy and children drove to Baldwin. Allie James and Earl Harris toured Lawrence. Sam Cox and children Irene and Harold of Tonganoaie visited W D Fordyce. W H Hoskinson and Alma drove to Overbrook with Mrs Karnes and Ruth Gordon. Mrs John Anderson of Lone Star visiting daughter Mrs Will London. N F McClelland bought two new Ford. Lena Calkins returned to Perry Michigan after visiting Miss Maud Gordon. Mrs Gora Karnes of Overbrook visited relatives.
An enigmatic note places Paul Pau at the head of a twelve-member French mission moving toward Australia in 1914. The account mentions Alsace and German forces, with vague references to France and a one-armed figure guiding the group through uncertain terrain.
Mrs. R. C. Hoskilson and Lietta plus Richard invest in a home in Grey County after a weekend visit with relatives. Mrs. Wade and children Loren and Lena drove from Eudora to spend Sunday with Mrs. Russell. Russell Rigg and Clifford of Eskridge visited relatives here last week. George Newton bought a Jackson. Clinton Wade of Eudora spent Sunday with Mr. nd org. Russell Rigg, Ro Dougherty left for camp. Bert Nichols of Fowler visited relatives here last week. Frank Verne and Clarence Hagerman bought Fords. J. M. Nichols of Good County spent last week with friends. J. M. F. McClelland was in Lawrence on business Saturday. Mrs. C. E. Yates and children Dwight and Charlie returned from San Antonio. Maud Gordon went to Fairview Tuesday for music lessons. Mr. and Mrs. Perry Stevens and daughter Jennie motored to Lawrence Tuesday with Mrs. Jeven’s father Frank Sturdy.
A historical excerpt argues medicine is often guesswork but notes Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a long standing popular remedy. Mentions tantalum writing materials and a Booker T Washington quote about dignity in action and opportunity.
A historical clipping counsels girls to think before speaking, noting no lack of intelligence but a tendency to be lazy with their brains. It argues more careful consideration would make their words more worthwhile and worthy of cheering.
New oil treatment for rheumatism proves a revelation as sales near two million dollars with full guarantee refunds. Miller's Antiseptic Oil known as Snake Oil claims relief for rheumatism neuralgia surabago stiff joints and many aches plus cuts burns and sore throats. Available at The Round Corner Drug Co in 80c 60c and $1 bottles.
The article reflects on men who left little tangible wealth but left behind lasting family memories of happiness. It contrasts cash with the enduring value of shared moments and affection from those who cared for them.
McCulloch's drug store displays new perfume line including Djerkiss Mary Garden Garden Glo Hudnut three flowers and Palmer's flower odors come in and see them.
A reflective note on pictures shaping space and mood, likening them to windows and books that transport the viewer. The passage emphasizes images as solace, portals to other scenes and histories, offering easy access to meaning without turning pages.
In tight economies every home must curb waste and pests. A rat can ruin food and property costing as much as twenty thousand dollars yearly in some estimates. Stearns Electric Paste promises to exterminate rats mice cockroaches and waterbugs for a few cents per small box.
Limited Arkansas semi anthracite coal available for delivery this month into August and Cherokee lump in stock. Also notes fountain pen maintenance tips from Popular Mechanics Magazine and mentions Mavis and Jonted talcums sold at McGolloch's Drug Store. The text reads like an old classified ad blend with a brief article fragment.
Proverb circulation reflects shared human experience as they travel with emigrants tourists missionaries and seamen. While some arise from common stock others originate from diverse, distinct sources formed by global exchange and encounter.
A study of 125 murderers shows 96 rarely or never dreamed. The data suggest that the more serious the crime, the less dreaming occurs, implying a link between crime severity and dreaming patterns in the examined group.
A fragmented excerpt urges immediate decision in business. It contrasts plunging forward with wavering indecision and warns against lingering in the middle, highlighting the peril of stalled choices. The language reflects a dated, moralizing tone about decisiveness.
The investigation highlights tin as a remarkable example of allotropic disintegration in metals with decay occurring below 61.5 degrees Fahrenheit. Tin decays thus more prevalent in cold climates, according to the study.
Fragmented text references national or individual traditions and arenas. Mentions portaree and food items, with unclear context and several garbled terms. Requires clearer source to identify people, places, or events and produce a coherent summary.
A disjointed collection notes origin of tea drinking in China with expert views, a reflection on marriage by lot among Moravians, a brief on spiders affecting Argentina telephone lines, a stray call for a stenographer, musings on friendship and life, and a brisk drugstore ad for cucumber bug spray priced at 25 cents.
Thackeray’s habit of delaying work kept publishers waiting as he scribbled pages. A jokey note mentions him being lazy and his wife helping him with novels. The passage mocks his tendency to defer tasks and rush the finish.
A call to maintain cheerful spirits as a daily duty to oneself and friends. It urges cultivating a positive mindset to meet duties and uplift others, arguing that happiness helps the world share in one’s mood and effort.
An advertisement touts S. S. S. as a vegetable blood purifier to cleanse the blood and banish pimples eczema and skin eruptions. It urges readers to visit a local drugstore or write to Medical Director 29 Swift Laboratory Georgia for free medical advice.
Two new names rise in the leading batters of both leagues as George Burns and Heine Groh move into standout positions. Groh is noted for his unique stance and power at the plate, while Burns climbs into contention following a strong season start.
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