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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 18, 1915
Page
6
A garbled old text promotes a dubious dandruff cure asserting it dissolves dandruff and hair loss. It boasts a simple remedy dissolving every follicle and ending itching, insisting the method works no matter the cost or effort.
An old advertisement for Hester Pills or Nha Mone Brand tan pills appears with bold claims and gilded bottles. The surrounding text shifts to a social column noting local gatherings and names like Wells, Orson Wells, and Miss Acedia Deans Potens among others at various events.
A compact note clarifies misused wartime terms such as forlorn hope and capitulation, tracing origins to Dutch borrowed forms and the 17th century cadence. It explains that forlorn hope referred to detached troops not doomed, while capitulation denotes terms of surrender rather than surrender itself.
A reader letter notes older children tease younger siblings, while mothers often ignore it. It describes an eight year old perilously rough with a baby sister, pinching and shoving, tossing dolls, and crying she is unhappy. The piece urges parental attention and early correction to prevent harm.
Bridgeton, NL resident PANEL COOPER writes of Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound helping with severe female troubles that made walking and work difficult. She now feels strong enough to care for her baby and chores, praising the product and its safe, confidential medical advice from Lynn Massachusetts.
The nwt recalls a prince touring America for a couple of weeks and remarking on Americans and parliament. He dismisses Americans as easily misled while dining with an American, who counters that there is little difference between cultures when pushed around by men who force meals on others.
A fragmented vignette contrasts a woman's dialogue on love with a note on German military discipline. The piece shifts to Bismarck quipping that soldiers have clearer tasks than diplomats, pointing to their uniform behavior and outward demeanor, particularly among the guards.
An OCR fragment lists Royall Cold Tablets with phrases about cold relief and items described as ice boxes and a solid on Iy il McCuffock. The readable text is fragmented, offering no clear event or full context beyond a product advertisement style line.
In a humorous family letter style tale the narrator recounts a plan to reform their mother by staging a phonograph prank under the dining table. Adolphus orchestrates the gag as hysterical laughter erupts and the mother, initially outraged, ends up laughing and reforming. The husband’s clever manipulation reveals the tension and warmth of family life.
Me Collock's Drog biere features Marlbonowzh Cold Cream praised for distinctive fragrance and satistructory vibe as customers sample the product during a 25 year market showcase.
Independence community items report weekly happenings. Mrs Simpson’s taxlee, Mrs Mary Criftith, and Mrs T. Bi. Hiras in W Pitts are mentioned with neighbors visiting and sick lists. A traveling sales team from Watkins Medicine Co. is noted, along with church and school activities, oyster suppers, grafts of cottonseed, and embroidery club meetings. Frequent visits to relatives, illness updates, and local social events illustrate a bustling small-town week.
A historical notice describes a universal household remedy promoted through a free trial offer. It mentions a person or company and a residential address as the source, with emphasis on widespread use and consumer uptake. The text presents claims of effectiveness and a process to obtain the remedy via a trial.
Fragmented notes mention Miss Thelvin, Flora, Wesley Flory, Opal Jones, and Mrs J with scattered events. References to visits, a best day event, and a butchered Wed Absent clear narrative or dates.
An advertisement touts Resinol Soap and Resinol Ointment for pimples and blemishes, claiming quick, doctor-approved results. It emphasizes not an experiment, urges trial sizes and a free sample offer, and warns against inferior substitutes.
A mosaic of household help and daily tasks appears with names like Mr Wesley and Mses Curtis, listing neighbors and errands from Tuesday to Wednesday. References to local shops, farm work, milling, and church calls show a small town rhythm, including mentions of ALABASTER and a cosmetic ad fragment for The Perfect Liquid Toilet Powder.
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