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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1907
Page
2
The discussion centers on tying passenger fare reductions to freight rate reforms, with calls to curb confiscatory rates. Key figures like Lawrence and supporters of primary election law weigh in, while figures such as Mr Gratting or Mr Murdock are cited for broader political impact.
A Vinlian Weekly Vine correspondent in New York says what bothers him most is simply looking at every crowded street. He notes the difficulty of spotting familiar scenes and tools of home amid the vast city.
The readable segments reference an annual sale of ten million boxes and a New York Chicago banking or backer claim. There are scattered phrases about government, a treaty or agreement, and a legal action involving an attorney rate. The text is garbled with numerous broken lines and foreign-looking fragments.
Eight member city council meets to approve Union Pacific plan for automatic electric crossing safeguards in North Lawrence. Officials hear details from Chief Smith of the Union Pacific Signal Service and discuss income tax for utilities, city finances, and pending street and sewer matters.
A dubious patent medicine advertises a Texas Wonder remedy that supposedly cures cold symptoms in one day. The claim lists various exaggerated effects and targets readers seeking fast relief despite lack of verifiable proof.
A lengthy fragment discusses government by commission, public works, and taxpayer protections amid political strife. It mentions Mayors, ward interests, and calls for governance focused on the people over partisan politics. The piece references Ely’s Liquid Cream Balm as a medication for catarrh and promotes it with price and supplier details.
A resolution requests the city engineer investigate depressions in pavement caused by excavation and ensure enforcement of the city ordinance. The measure aims to fix the affected areas and prevent future damage.
A Lawrence reader endorses Doan's Kidney Pills claiming relief from kidney trouble and backache after years of symptoms. The notice cites purchase at Lick Bros drug store and sale agents Foster Milburn Co. Reminds readers of the sun’s regularity and praises Dr King’s New Life Pills as a guardian of liver and bowel health.
Lawrence residents receive letters from a New York publishing house offering a free five volume library if they refrain from recommending a new history published by the firm. The letters appear to target professionals and business people, with only a few accepting the offer as locals scrutinize the scheme for hidden rewards.
The ad claims Hall's Catarrh Cure cures catarrh at all stages by acting on the blood and mucous surfaces. Proponents offer $100 for any case it cannot cure and urge sending for testimonials. Sold by druggists. includes a note to take Hall's Family Pills for constipation.
A veteran editor reflects on how newspapers celebrate joys like marriages and births yet quickly condemn old friends for unapproved lines. He notes editors at forty become either pessimists or old bachelors and warns of selective memory in public life.
An ad asserts dandruff causes most hair trouble and can be cured by killing the germ with Newbro's Herpicide. It claims the product is grease free and tones hair, selling through Woodward & Co and other agents. The copy urges stamps for mumps to the Herpicide Co. and Detroit address.
Washington February 3 reports a heated prelude to a February 20 vote on Smoot’s section. Senators clash over whether to push the measure now or delay for further consensus. The controversy includes Lepkitis and Burroughs as they travel, plan dinners, and seek to influence wavering votes in New York and along the route to Washington.
Special Announcement states Foley's Honey and Tar cough contains no harmful drugs and is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law. Barber & Son recommends it as a safe remedy for adults and children.
Report notes a stealthy burglary on February 6 at a jeweler's residence. Entry was gained with a dark lantern as a man and woman were tied up and valuables seized. Police described the intruder as courteous but left quickly after ransacking the bedroom and threatening the residents.
Endorsed by The County the Otseya dintrnal Gilbertsville N Y highlights Dr King s New Discovery as the most popular remedy in Otsege County and best friend to families. It is described as infallible for coughs and colds with a trial bottle offered free at Barber Son s Drug Store Lang and Throat diseases are mentioned as common uses.
A 2 story brick and stone business building and multiple lots are offered with varied prices. Listings include 75 feet on Mass St at 4500 and 73 feet on New Hampshire St at 250, plus 50 to 1000 dollar plots on Mississippi Ohio Penn Elliott and nearby corners. Aero lots in Estes Park Colorado promise summer homes with Longs Peak views at 100 per acre payments. Full details by WM. T. BINCLAIR, 704 Mam. St.
A garbled historical page lists multiple wanted notices including coal oil price support, travel sales, salary offers with expenses, and various goods and services. It mentions people moving to new addresses and requests for references, secondhand items, and property listings, reflecting broad mid era classified needs.
For sale items include White Wyandottes chickens, apples for sale with delivery, farm land and rent options, and multiple houses and farms for sale or trade in Kansas and Colorado. Contact P. A. McCurdy at 3 West Warrex for details.
J H Gillham with 30 years of experience continues shoeing horses at 76 Vermont street Atting shoes to all kinds of feet and guaranteeing his work. Save your shoeing done right.
Front bedroom in a tidy rural house for young ladies. Inquire LLL. Rent: 10 acre fruit farm with a room house. Inquire B J Whitman at Wagstaff's. 20 acres for rent on Wm Green's farm corner. in advance 0.50 per acre. Purcell Leavenworth Chestnut street. Eight room wash and good barn on jy acres at Corner Pinckney and California streets. J T Noland. Exchange securities for land near Lawrence. brush land preferred. F B Sweet 734 Mass ave. Lost Gensler near Dreher. rewards.
A fragmented telecommunication notice lists new subscribers and residential addresses across states including New York Massachusetts Connecticut and Vermont. Several names appear with street numbers and state designations in a brief civic notice.
Notice to subscribers about reporting missed deliveries to the Grelock office each evening for newspaper delivery by messenger. Ten cents will be charged to the carrier on the route for complaints to ensure fairness and avoid injustice.
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