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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1909
Page
3
A historical note suggests constructing spillways around the dam ends to channel water during mild floods, preventing overflow and protecting structures. The idea emphasizes early engineering foresight for flood control.
Erasmus Haworth discusses levee philosophy and river engineering along the Kansas River valley. He cautions against overreliance on levees and damming, arguing that natural levees and channel dynamics shape floods, and that straightening channels or raising grades can backfire by creating new flood paths or silting. He cites Lawrence floods and calls for understanding river physics to avoid costly schemes.
Civil war veteran J A Stone of Kemp Texas recalls a feared plot to kill him via a grave scheme after years of stubborn cough. He credits Dr King's New Discovery for restoring his health and weight, praising its cure for severe coughs and pneumonia. Adjacent pages tout Ely Brothers tonics and patent medicines with claims of cures and warnings against mercury.
A fragmented historic text shows mention of the Intrepid Bryan and Silver Tongue amid references to harmony, profits, and a mysterious capital. The passage drifts through names, places, and phrases with no clear narrative or verifiable event.
Eight room house on a lot with 100 foot frontage offered at 3700 dollars. Contains description of structure and asking price for buyers.
Bread varieties and bakery hours are promoted at West End Bakery with fresh cakes pies and other goods. Public notices include sealed bids for Central School building and announcements from the Board of Education and local tradesman services.
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