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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 08, 1904
Page
2
Lawrenc e Daily Journal announces that Emily F Woodward executrix seeks final settlement and discharge in the Douglas County Kansas Probate Court on January 14. The notice requests approval of an allowance for services and miscellaneous expenses incurred as executrix of the estate of Urintom W Woodward.
Public notice states sealed bids are received by the Douglas County Clerk for a bridge construction and related works. Bids must include a certified check for 2 percent of bid amount payable to the Leavenworth County Joint Board of Commissioners and may be forfeited if the bidder fails to honor the award. The Board reserves the right to reject any or all bids.
The timetable lists trains and routes from Kansas City to Chicago and points across the Midwest. It includes daily Kansas City Expresses, California Limited, Texas Express, Topeka Express, and various branch connections at Lawrence, Leavenworth, and Cravelynwood. Arrival and departure times, mixed and express services, and Sunday exceptions are noted for each line.
The piece argues prominent officials, including Cabinet members and Secretary Shaw, mingle with diverse people at meals and trains, countering claims of luxury and exclusivity. It notes public annoyances from selfseekers and stresses ordinary social access in hotels and transit.
The Daily Post editors Beoks and Lyooh review Foley's Honey and Tar declaring it the best cough and cold remedy tried. Barber Bros. advertises the product in Heary. A Hungary court sends a money lender to 12 months for usury. Texas cattle value cited at 550 million. G H Hansen recovering from kidney disease credits Foley's Kidney Cure.
The article surveys fur trimmed silk gowns for visiting wear with velvet touches and shot silks as the season evolves. It highlights color schemes in blues greens pinks and violets, mentions fabrics like satin taffeta and gros grain, and notes trims of beaver fur and various sleeve silhouettes.
The article discusses Jimson weed as a name variant for Jamestown weed, its non native origin, possible import via ballast soil, and its medicinal use in various regions. It notes the plant’s presence in Jamestown and mentions Chinese medicinal use and European reception, with cautious speculation on historical spread and medical value.
A reader testimonial reports relief from backache and kidney trouble after using Doan's Kidney Pills sold by Dick Brown on Massachusetts street. Mrs. Mason also benefited, with the ad noting 50 cents per bottle and Foater Milboro Co of Buffalo as U.S. sole agents. The piece emphasizes patient endorsement over unfamiliar sources.
A veteran shopper advises a timid woman to act bold by browsing trays of trinkets to draw clerks. The quiet shopper follows the method and quickly gains a clerk, while the mentor notes the tactic can work without direct contact. The piece ends with a user letter praising Foley’s Honey and Tar for La Grippe relief.
An article explains oyster species by coast with Osirea virginica as the eastern standard. It notes western species are fewer and less significant and that Blue Point, Providence River, and Chesapeake Bay oysters are the same in species. It details seeding after beds exhausted and comments on nutritional value and food use.
In Porto Ryll, a flood brings boats to ferry commuters as water runs through streets. A saloon owner notes the rain as a real flood and recalls a sea voyage tale of the Mary Jane and a stopped ship. Interleaved are reflections on house parties and social mores from various regional papers.
A fragment describes turning a valve to access gas stove fuel quickly and safely. The text emphasizes instant readiness and the simplicity of operation, noting how a small valve adjustment yields ready fuel.
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