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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 24, 1907
Page
3
An old newspaper ad extols Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as the great kidney remedy. It claims kidneys filter and purify blood and that weak kidneys affect the whole body. The copy urges trial, notes half price and sample bottles by mail, and invites readers to write for a pamphlet and cure details.
Rail timetable lists trains by destination and service, including Kansas City and Chicago Express, Atlantic Express, and Kanes City Passenger. Ottawa and Leavenworth branches show arrivals and through passengers. The text ends with a narrative fragment about a man and a woman, including marriage details.
An advertisement extols Urino Laxative Fruit Syrup as a cure for chronic constipation aiding digestion and liver and bowel action. It promises pleasant use, no nausea, and urges refusal of substitutes. Also cites Dr King’s New Discovery claims and a testimonial from Mrs Julia Ryder Paine praising quick relief for coughs and colds.
Washington January 24 The resignation of Theodore P Shonts as chairman of the Isthmian Canal Commission was announced at the White House and will take effect by March 4 He had been elected president of the Interborough Metropolitan Company and the commission headquarters would move to the Isthmus John F Stevens is favored to remain as chief engineer The Belmont syndicate holds Shonts replacements and discussions include Secretary Tartwellay and President Roosevelt We note political maneuvers and objections in the Senate over the commission's leadership
A Lawrence resident declares backache stems from kidney trouble and credits Doan's Kidney Pills with relief after trying multiple remedies. He recounts severe grip attacks affecting his kidneys, difficulty lifting, and urinary issues, and urges others to use the Buffalo manufactured remedy sold at Dick Bros. drug store for 50 cents.
The regular January teachers' examination will be held in this city on Friday and Saturday January 25 and 26. One day begins at 8 o clock. Dr. King's New Life Pills from O P Barber & Bon's Drag Store are advertised for health and bowel regularity.
A Kansas judge discharged Areh Haz Jor who faced charges in the Heckert assault case. A Lawrence witness testified that Hashet Teblian was the party behind the DeSoto trick, while Sissy Hockert could not identify the suspect. The case involved a night operator and a Desoto incident with vague connections to Deseery. The proceedings referenced a fore dustier and a brother who married a coworker of Miss Slerkert.
An assortment of ad copy and quips from an early 1900s page highlights Foley's Honey and Tar as a cough remedy and lung tonic praised by Dr. C. J. Bishop of Agnew Michigan. The text also mixes social satire on beauty, matrimony, voting notes, and everyday life observations. It showcases patent medicine claims, political notices, and light humor about love and superstition.
A new street car features electric lights and steam heat. It measures 27 feet long with seating for two occupants, a tight oak tower division, ventilating bays, and mid windows. Powered by a 50 horsepower engine, it promises a quick 14 minute ride from St Iren to Talgeek Dass, with completion expected soon.
Reported acquittal of Hazlett follows testimony by Zona Heckert who says she knew Hazlett all her life. She warned a deputy if she could not identify him there would be no chance for conviction. Hazlett has long had a bad reputation and is wanted for alleged crimes. Advertisement notes include a Mills journal plea and a kidney remedy testimonial from A. H. Thornes of Duffalo Ohio claiming Foley's Kidney Cure relieved years of pain.
A Weadectal Happening Por Byron describes one of the most remarkable cases of healing. Amee F. King notes Baskien's Ar den Salva cured a long standing leg sore that troubled the narrator for over 80 years.
A fragmented editorial style piece argues for or against a proposed Lie dery and its impact on Lawrence Kansas as the town weighs staying a residence town or joining a broader progressive push. It references local ambition, manufacturing industries, and the need to keep pace with advancing towns. It also includes an unrelated ad portion for Hall's Catarrh Cure and Ball's Family Pills.
The Journal says it is not opposed to paving and credits purine with much to Lawrence. It urges careful review of city revenues before halting work. Other streets needing paving should be considered if city finances allow.
A brief, damaged notice describes a pond where many people rubbed their eyes and wondered when they first woke this morning. A light night rain fell briefly while the day began under a clear sky.
A compact item noting Lawrence seeks new industries and transportation upgrades including an Orient Rail line, streetcar lines, and a modern electric motor line between Olathe and Topeka. It also calls for a first class steel railroad bridge over the Kaw River to serve trolley and wagon traffic when needed.
The Boston bull pup named Teddy, valued by W R Stubbs of Topeka, was stolen last fall at a Kansas City beach show and later recovered in Kansas City. Gibbs, secretary to Stubbs, identified Teddy at the depot after tracking him through Denver and Frets. A confrontation with the thief led to Teddy's return and a reward settlement.
Terse report from Topeka on proposed bills by State Auditor James Nation to overhaul Kansas finance. Changes would limit deposits to Topeka officials, require drafts countersigned by the auditor, and reduce treasury balances to daily needs. Treasurer Mark Tully objects, favoring existing depository authority, while house and senate action remains pending.
The semi monthly gathering at Fraternal Hall featured a varied program with piano solo recitations duets and talks. Mrs J A Keeler Enla Silverthorn Halla Silverthorne Pearl Galbraith Ceril Dav Miss Gertrude Russ Miss Carrie Schell offered items. Talks by Bryant Harrington and a visiting National Organizer from Kansas aided the event. Refreshments followed as members enjoyed an engaging evening. A closing proverb hints football’s popularity with players famed for calling battles.
A dated portrayal describes Mexican Indians as peaceful, patient servants with polite conduct and strong family ties. It notes their reluctance to fight, readiness to share, and affectionate nature, while depicting poverty and exposure to rough treatment in public.
A hurried woman at Grand Central Depot in New York rushes toward a train with a traveling bag, hat box, flowers, umbrella, and box of trash. The gatekeeper demands a ticket and the woman pleads she cannot locate it, tears in her eyes, but she is allowed through as she hurries to catch the train.
A humorous excerpt from a Victorian style anecdote recounts Captain Collins being duped into buying a large codfish by a pedlar. After it turns out unfit to eat, the captain theatrically whispers to the fish to test its spirit. The pedlar is astonished as Collins explains he was asking the fish about its relatives, joking that they remain uncertain in health. A note contrasts wartime appetites and Christmas dinners, praising goose over turkey for the rich and noting shortages for the poor.
A fragment recalls a Maine Methodist conference in Portland about 25 years ago. Rev John Collins, a shrewd Scot, opened with prayer in an afternoon session. A lengthy preacher named Mr Mam an was to speak, prompting Uncle John to quip May he preach the everlasting gospel but not be everlastingly about it. The note also warns against self-serving friends and cites Foley's Honey and Tar as a remedy.
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