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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1912
Page
2
An audience heard a lecture titled Nations and their growth, outlining the United States resources and farming as wealth. The speaker highlighted four national life pillars including education funding, trusts, Sunday observance, and love of money, noting the speaker’s hope to broaden access through a forward committee.
Yesterday the Ward v. Filey suit was dismissed by stipulation. Wolfson v. Silymnas proceeded on supplication with the court directing payment of costs to the Clerk. A divorce decree was granted in the Law uley Metal any v Tray Smelser case and a sale confirmed with a certificate of purchase issued. An eighteen month redemption period was set for the other matter.
Henry Searle of Cent er's Hill Rock Arkansas recalls a severe early attack of kidney trouble with lumbago. After callers advised Swamp Root he used several bottles and recovered within two weeks. He emphasizes the product’s effectiveness and notes his age of seventy three.
A reader letter promotes sending to Dr Wilmer & Co for a sample bottle of Swamp-Root in Binghamton New York. The notice promises a booklet on kidneys and bladder and notes available bottles priced fifty cents to one dollar. It asks readers to mention the Lawrence Journal Ward.
Jeffersonville political figure Sanders, a retired farmer, leads a Republican bloc of twenty seven county voters in Indiana. He supports Roosevelt if he runs, otherwise Wilson and Marshial gain backing. A note on his marriage ends in divorce, reflecting a turbulent personal life amid campaign duties. A physician's tip promotes Chamberlain's Liniment for sprained ankles.
The Transcontinental Highway Association marks the main route across Illinois with white signs showing a large T. Dixon and Clinton area officials report progress, noting the line from New York to California is nearly complete in most states and clearly marked along the Illinois stretch.
An invitation note lists Taft and Wilson planning a May event for ten attendees. Names and exact details are unclear due to damaged text but the plan to host a small gathering remains.
A fragmentary notice notes a meeting of the Sons of Colorado at 15 California Street. It hints at an event involving political figures and the possibility of a future president, mentioning a camp and participants, but the text is garbled and unclear.
A fragmentary OCR item notes a barrel theft involving a shipment bound for the state. Deputies investigated a Myr tle Creek area discovery as authorities pursued the suspect. The report hints at jail and dryness themes but lacks clear details.
FIRST COOPERATIVE GROCERY in Woodlown opened its doors last night serving families residents including city professors and Chicago University executives. Investors pledged 6 percent interest and expect profits to be rebated to patrons based on their purchases. Promoters hold an optimistic view for the store’s future.
An elderly Cherokee man, nicknamed Grand Thnetion, is celebrated for his long life and third set of teeth. The piece notes tavern lore crediting him with early life in the United States, mentions his 85th birthday on June 2, and describes his care for Nimsett.
A man named Baker is returned to the penitentiary after authorities learned a deceitful lie he told to hide a romance and death hoax. His parole was revoked following doubts about a death report and a staged separation from a former sweetheart. The governor considered a parole yet Baker remains in custody under the Rock Island railroad era note and local notices.
The Democratic candidate's fundraiser period drew sizable gifts from numerous contributors including a few under scrutiny. While some donors pledged smaller amounts, others gave substantial sums, highlighting support from various groups as the campaign emphasizes fundraising.
The piece notes a watch’s daily toil over ten years, detailing the hour and minute hands' revolutions and distances traveled. It computes the second hand’s 5 258 880 revolutions, the dial path totaling about 123 miles, and other fine-gear work, illustrating the clock’s remarkable endurance.
An old advice column warns older readers to guard health in cold weather and avoid digestive distress. It promotes Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a gentle natural laxative that cleanses the bowel, soothes irritation, and stops prevalent diarrhoea, selling bottles for fifty cents to one dollar with a free trial offer by mail order.
The article cites Louis Wain advising against striking cats as a punishment. It suggests using a stick in the ground to frighten the animal when it errs, noting cats react to new noises and feel pain differently, with caution about elderly cats. It mentions cats are highly perceptive and recommends avoiding direct blows.
A Missouri weekly route carrier rushes toward the town to avoid losing his job, fearing the president may arrive and notice his absence. He plans to present himself and answer the question, Here I am, sir, when asked by the crowd.
A guest describes two exotic pets at a New York club room a boa constrictor named Suste and a dangerous creature unseen, sparking caution from the host. The guests debate the risks and joke about dangers while the host warns visitors to avoid stepping on the creatures. The scene ends with a curt good night.
A New York man brings home a canary as a birthday gift. The bird bonds with his infant neighbor, visiting the crib and boudoir, hopping on the baby's hands and guarding the sleeper at night. The bird signals any approach with sputtering and ruffling feathers, acting as a sentinel in the household.
An old Devonshire estate owner visits Chatsworth with Martha, his long time housekeeper. Observing priceless works, Martha remains silent yet surveys each piece with intensity. The master asks her opinion and she declares she cannot see a speck of dust anywhere.
Forbiria Growths of Plants report plants resist winter sleep and remain dormant until scarce. German description shows Weber’s plan: insert a needle at the base to speed wakefulness by two to three weeks. Additional trials use warm baths and other methods. others inject water or alcohol to accelerate budding in oaks and bulbs.
A small boy is given a penny to spend at a fruit stand. He chooses bananas over a lolly and negotiates at six for five cents or a penny a bunch. The vendor counts out five bananas, saying there’s your five cent’s worth. The scene ends with the boy holding one hand on his penny and the other on the fruit, while a judge watches.
A comic snippet from Starper's Weekly shows Mrs Jones and Mr Jones debating word derivations. They mix up spellings and meanings while inventing examples like gargle and gargoyle to illustrate misunderstanding. The humor relies on mispronunciation and phonetic puns.
A fragmented quote portrays a prominent woman questioning suffrage allegiance and suggesting strategic opposition. The text hints at gender roles and public influence but provides limited coherent context or events.
An old advertisement claims Eckman’s Alterative aids consumption and lung weakness, citing a testimonial from Thomas Really praising a twenty one point health gain after a severe pneumonia. It lists uses for bronchial conditions, asthma, hay fever, throat and lung ailments, and promises non habit forming relief while directing readers to Philadelphia and local druggists for Perinale.
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