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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1912
Page
2
A Kansas press synopsis details Democratic and Republican tensions in Wyandotte and Franklin counties, noting Roosevelt era dynamics, party defection risks, and local newspaper influence. It highlights Chinese republic commentary, water ownership concerns, fire protection, and pension debates, along with party leadership selections and electoral reflections.
The piece describes a critique of urban luxury and comfort as a family abandons city life for a strenuous two week stay in the woods. It laments flies ants and discomfort, questioning modern reform while contrasting rented comforts with primitive living in tents.
Final counts confirm Curtis tops Roosevelt and Taft electors by a 1216 popular vote margin. Official canvass lists results from districts with a statewide tally changing earlier unofficial figures and indicating Curtis ahead for governor and the electors contest.
Fragmented OCR text lists names like Peterson Chapman and Marvison with pluralities and mentions of Attorney General and State Printer roles. Contains scattered references to public instruction, insurance, and congressman positions, with unclear dates and places.
A patient describes a recovery after using Evkinun's Alterative for consumption. He details initial symptoms including cough, fever, night sweats, and weight loss, then notes relief from pain and fever and a return to health after three months. The testimonial praises the remedy and urges readers to write Rekonin Laboratory for evidence.
A garbled collage of misspelled lines hints at insurance offers and local notices. Listings mention Lawrence sales, room location in Theatre Building, fruit teas, summer consort, a talcum product, Ravutend's Lira The Queen, and a College closing announcement with a crowd gathering to hear speakers.
A terse ad style note describes a soothing wash that stops burning skin and irritation. It mentions fast relief for itching and shower use, promising protection and a fall sale. Dick Brothers of Lawrence is cited as the source.
Fragmentary ad lists gramulated sugar one dollar, baking powder quart, mustard pickles, and garden vegetables. Mentions brand names and urging customers to see lowest prices. OCR fragments indicate varied grocery items and promotional language from a small-town market.
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