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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 04, 1909
Page
2
In a Lawrence Journal Composy column from December 4, 1909, the writer rebukes Dr. Von Eeden’s utopian idea of colonization as impractical for Americans. He argues Americans are earnest, practical, and driven to solve problems, not withdraw from active life, and warns that Eeden’s vision misreads the national temperament.
The Leavenworth Times questions the decision while noting Prof. Dyche's long tenure in natural history. He is described as humane and devoted to animal welfare, with a broad, world famous scope of work. He accepts the post and vows to push it to success.
The passage asserts the navy, long seen as a graft hub, has now been reached and cleaned out by the Taft administration. It claims reforms under President Taft extend from the navy to other areas, portraying a thorough overhaul of the service.
A scattered column surveys public opinion on figures from John T. Mosby to Cummins and Lacey, notes disputes over water rights in Garden City, critiques advertising tactics, and discusses the political climate in Kansas. It mentions Abe Ruef, Governor Stubbs, Ballinger, and a broader critique of imperialism and anti imperialist sentiment.
Athel B J Ayscne of Ingle side NC recounts a long battle with indigestion and illness after spending $200 on doctors and medicines. He finally used Dr King s New Life Pills and says they wholly cured him. The ad touts cures for constipation biliousness sick headache stomach liver kidney and bowel troubles and mentions Barber & Son.
Government seeks thousands for Railway Mail Clerks and other posts with pay up to 2500 yearly. Examinations nationwide by Lincoln Sam. free instruction and information available to adults over 18 by writing to the Bureau of Instruction, 414 Hamlin Building, Rochester NY.
A fragment notes an unusual liquid produced by a university, claimed to be unique to Wisconsin and unavailable elsewhere this side of the nation. Demand is described from colleges, demonstrators, and the university itself in the context of university production.
An old ad bundle touts Dean’s Kidney Pills with testimonials on kidney symptoms and cure claims. It features claims of urinary calendars, irregular passages, and backache relief, plus endorsements from Thomas E. De Pitt and a Buffalo agent. Also promotes Foley’s Honey and Tar for coughs and lung issues and consumer warnings to remember the name.
A Bloomington Daily Telephone item claims Root Juice cured a severely ill woman once thought hopeless. Witness Martin Warwick traveled sixteen miles to buy the remedy, with neighbors flocking to barber shops to inquire. Advertisers push three bottles for 2.50, touting rapid health gains and renewed strength.
A fragmentary compilation mentions Germar chemical Kilns Remedy ingredients, Foley kidney medicine, Ely Cream Balm for nasal catarrh, and restoring treatments. It references Hall's Catarrh Cure claims, product pricing, and distribution notes, plus a stray quote about nature and heat tests at Kansas University. Also includes brief notes on a Big Four railroad case and Taft’s annual message.
A fragmented page mixes farming notes on Jeffries planting pie plant, quantities exported, and storage methods with astronomy comments about Venus and Mars and medical notices for mothers. It mentions Mr Jeffries, three acres, and 16 et from F800 to STOO qworth, plus storage in cellars and outdoor growth. Also includes ads for Mother Gray's powders and Foley’s Honey and Tar.
The United States transport Prairie with 700 marines aboard ran aground in the Delaware River about thirty-five miles south of Philadelphia while en route to Central America. It remains stuck in soft mud as divers assess damage and efforts to refloat at high tide fail. A survey will decide if the vessel can be moved or if it must return to yard for repairs. Reports mention possible gear disarray as a cause, with officials awaiting high tide to resume attempts.
Mrs Lilliam Tidrow will open an art studio tomorrow afternoon in the Beery building from 2 to 5 o clock to receive students and fulfill Christmas orders. The garbled text references preparations, but no further clear facts can be extracted about participants or specifics.
Classified notice seeking washing to do at 1308 Pom Street from Mrs af Hickey. No other details.
Real estate transfers listed under warranty deed from 1908 show undivided shares and lot descriptions in St Lawrence and Simpson’s subdivisions. An advertisement promotes Foley’s Od Laxative for indigestion and constipation, with testimonials from W. O. Ward of Dyersburg and Barber & Son. Recreation magazine notes Christmas issue contents and a long list of articles and writers.
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