Journal of Lawrence 1909 Christmas editorials and ads
The Lawrence Daily Journal recounts a Bethlehem inspired poem, notes on Christmas trade and milk ordinance, and opinions on liquor and tax law. It appraises merchants' holiday success, defends consistent ad rates, and includes Congressman Calderhead’s views on recent federal legislation. It also critiques pool and bridge games and discusses civic priorities.
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Lawrence
W. A. Calderhead
Calderheld
Ways and Means Committee
My. Calderhead
Christmas Day and the Birth of Christ Revered Worldwide
The writing emphasizes Christ's birth as the foundation of faith and the risen Redeemer’s presence in history. It asserts that without the resurrection faith falters, while praising Jesus' gentleness and ongoing call to bring the weary to Him on this great day.
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Women Edit Paper For Charity In San Francisco
A San Francisco paper edited by women last week raised funds for charity. Ernest Simpson led the staff with a managing editor role and several female assistants. The sporting page drew praise for its unique coverage including race stories and interviews.
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Frank Branveatt
Cincinnati
John IL Taylor
Boston Americans
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Roman Realizes Wife’s Value After Funeral
A reflection on enduring marriage as a man named Roman discovers the depth of his wife’s worth only following her funeral. The piece weighs on memory, grief, and the quiet lessons of partnership.
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Roman
Foley's Honey and Tar Advertisement Claim Line
An old advertisement extols Foley's Honey and Tar as a quick air passage remedy that soothes throat irritation and heals inflamed lungs. It warns against other products, notes no opiates, and urges purchasing the genuine yellow package to avoid pneumonia or serious illness.
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Foley
Government Railway Mail Clerks Wanted Nationwide
The government offers salaries from 800 to 1200 dollars for Railway Mail Clerks and up to 2500 for other positions. Examinations will be held nationwide for various government roles including Custom House Clerks and Stenographers. Open to men and women over 18. send for free instruction and information at the Bureau of Instruction, 414 Hamlin Building, Rochester, N.Y.
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Sam
Bureau of Instruction
Hamlin Building
Rochester
Not All Goodness of Heart in a Tallman Station Scene
A pleasant porter kindly assists a woman Indy noted as Upper 16, showing surprising goodwill. The porter, troubled by a crowded train, promises to try to help, and the woman leaves grateful, touched by unexpected kindness amid routine travel service.
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van Renger
Wenial
Department of Service
Ruek
Madcap Market Misadventure at a Church Sale
A timid man questions how church fair profits swallow smashed items. Attendant says smashing sells, and buyers cover losses by paying far more than item worth. The scene centers on a table of trinkets and a wary crowd, with humorous chaos and conscience conflicted by profit motives.
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Wanldad
The Tyrannical Husband and Wives’ Freedom
A Woman's Home Companion essay critiques dominant husbands who limit wives to a confined domestic sphere. It argues that rigidly opposing a wife’s desire to visit or travel leads to tears and stifled happiness, noting men often instinctively find objections to new ideas and act as wet blankets.
Not Musically Inclined Composer Goldmark Meets Train Companion
On a journey to hear his opera The Queen of Sheba Tamar Goldmark, the composer known for his fatherly affection toward his “brain children,” tries to reveal his identity to a courteous lady. She responds with polite confusion and questions the coincidence, sparking a light exchange about fame and position.
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Herr Goldmark
Sheba
Tamar Goldmark
Queen of
Miller Family Returns Home Improved Health
Mrs L R Miller comes home from Kansas City with son George Miller. she is reported much improved. Walter Richards and Lou Seetin wed last week and reside on the Rudiger place. The whooping cough outbreak affects the family while Coffman visits Jefferson county. Harker school plans a pig social on Thursday to raise funds for new library books. Kunwaka Literary club schedules December 27 at Mrs Guy Migebey home. Sam Kench remains quite ill.
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L. R. Miller
Kansas City
George Miller
Walter Richards
Lou Seetin
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Hite
Deverber
James
Shirer
Coffman
Jefferson County
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Sam Kench
Music Teachings And Football In The Schools
A fragmented clipping notes ideas linking rhythm and music to football training and health, suggesting schools and colleges could teach players music. It references lectures by Mr Duncan at the University of Pennsylvania and past talks at Cambridge and Oxford, plus a London anecdote about weaving and rhythm. It mentions a Night Witchman, a man named W. J. Atkins, and advertising for Dr. King’s New Discovery, with testimonials about health benefits.
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Edo
Hutchinson
Gillenne
Dunes
University of Pennsylvia
Cambridge
Oxford
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London
Dancan
W. J. Atkins
Banver Springs
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Dr. King
O. P. Barber & Son
Promoted Elixir Patter Is Touted in Local Ad Copy
fragmentary ad text extols various tonics and medicines claiming cures for indigestion constipation biliousness and headaches. includes references to De King’s New Life Pills Electric Vibrator and early home remedies with names and addresses for sellers and a note about a new art studio opening for Mrs Liflina M Tulrow offering afternoon sessions from 2 to 5 pm.
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Ingrevaide
N.C
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Liflina M. Tulrow
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Cidrow
Stinas
Rural Enthusiast and City Parrot Grievances Survive Clash
In a burlesque exchange a farmer laments urban annoyances from parrots dogs and phonographs brought by city boarders. A note from Birmingham Age Herald reports two locals Jones and Smith exchanged words rather than fighting while airships passed by, Jones asking the time from Smith.
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Smith
Birmingham Age Herald
Bucklen’s Arnica Salve Promises Clear Skin Delights
A vintage ad touts Bucklen’s Arnica Salve as a cure for pimples skin eruptions sores boils and cracked lips. It claims to soften skin and beautify the face while also advertising relief for piles. The copy lists various ailments and urges trial.
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P. Barber & Son
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