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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 22, 1912
Page
4
A garbled column reflects debate on progressivism and reform, touching on figures like McKinley, Wilson, and Henry Cabot Lodge. The text laments media coverage, stirs concern about superstitions, and hints at investigations, referendums, and political tensions shaping democratic discourse.
A garbled letter fragment discusses Kansas politics and a university, mentioning Judge Kiges and the Journal World. It references labor strife in Lawrence Massachusetts with mill managers cutting wages, calls for fair treatment of workers, and notes Prof. Bill Griffith of the art department ill with whooping cough. It asks readers to send remedies to Professor Griffith and mentions Rheumatism products.
In Mitclinson Kansas on February 22 authorities hear shots at the Richardson residence just before a search by Mrs Matse and two others. Edna Melson’s death case grows murkier as investigators doubt suicide while Dr Richardsyn’s sudden demise adds to the mystery. Neary of motive remains unclear and town coughs under strain as new clues emerge.
Samuel Al Riggs argues a Kansas University editorial wrongly tarnishes the state’s view of the university. He demands a clear statement of the criticisms and asks the editor to define what constitutes lack of close student contact and how teachers would achieve it.
An unsteady tongue twister style ad touts a generic stomach relief remedy. The copy markets a lauded treatment for various ailments, claiming it stabilizes nerves and digestion and will solve stomach discomfort, with the product named as a world famous remedy.
A Leavenworth county resident described as a former lawman lends money without interest to dairy farmers in need, aiding the dairy industry and preventing forced stock sales due to high feed costs. The act highlights his broad, community-minded banking approach as key to local commercial success.
Larned Kansas February 22 Pleasant Ridge township southwest of town adopts a road plan. Farmers may use thirty six King Road Drags free of charge and will receive credit on road tax for work done. Roads to be improved after each rain with expected good results. Also an advertisement notes guaranteed Meritol Hair Tonic with refund if unsatisfied.
The advertisement argues catarrh cannot be cured by external applications and promotes Hulls Catarrh Cure as an internal remedy. It says the medicine acts on blood and mucous surfaces and was prescribed by leading physicians, relying on tonics and blood purifiers for a constitutional cure.
A long sea voyage left the actor praising Australia with gusto. He boasted of lavish gifts from Australian women and a life on stage abroad, claiming his Paris and Australian tours boosted his reputation. He insisted no premier ever matched his late-night performances and teased his own modesty amid claims of wealth and taste. He referenced gifts from society figures and regional fashions, concluding with a quip about turning theory into experiment.
A public sale will be held near Lawrence on February 27 at 10:00 a.m. featuring a large assortment of implements and vehicles including a Hoosier drill McCormick binder planter sprayer harrow mower buggy and other farm equipment. Household goods and various livestock items are listed with terms to be announced at sale.
Auctioneer notices a public sale of 18 horses and mares from Dootigue farm seven miles south of Lawrence on Tuesday Feb 27 at 10 a.m. The lineup includes Percheron mares and stallions, bay, gray, and black horses around ages 3 to 6 with weights from 700 to 3200. Terms usual. Also brief calendar item and farm news.
In The District Court of Douglas County Kansas Yoram Plaintiff sues Leah Yotain as the defendant for divorce and equitable relief. Leah Yotain must answer the petition by April 2 1912 or the case will proceed as if confessed. Clerk C E Moss attests the court filing with attorney Joy Plaintiff listed.
A Wallace W. G. T. U. L held a Frances Willard Memorial service in North Lawrence on Sunday evening. A crowded audience heard a scriptural lesson, talks on Willard and Lincoln, and songs by Miss Nellie Martin and a quartet. Two women workers were added to the roll and $2 was sent to the Miss Willard Memorial fund. The Canton will meet with Mrs. Stevens on Feb 27 as she leaves for Colorado.
A garbled excerpt from a 19th century column discusses Old Grimes and AH A. Sibley in a dispute over hens. The text mentions blue hens versus red hens, eye development in chicks, and a Rock Island pullet. Reads as a curious, fragmentary poultry note with livestock references and colorful dialect.
Expresses sincere thanks for kindness after death. Mentions warm regard for Mrs Sara QV Davies and appreciation for offers. Includes stray lines about spring, hot water bottles, and a humorous note on marriage and escorting to church.
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