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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 20, 1909
Page
1
A long column from Lawrence Kansas discusses tariff impacts on labor on Massachusetts Street and protectionism, with editorials critiquing Stubbs Bailey and references to local politics, economy, and public sentiment. It also weaves in domestic anecdotes, remedies, and community notices of the era.
The Journal notes confidence in President Taft while questioning how many congressmen allied with Cannon would betray the party platform if their positions were known. It implies concern over party integrity and demand for full GOP unity.
The article argues for appointing John Dawson as attorney for the railroad board and aligning the board with the attorney general's office. It faults the railroad commissioners as ineffective and insists a bright attorney could accomplish more, though the Journal says the board already has sufficient law.
A property owner requests the return of knitting materials via Mis Mannimaker care of The Tecanel. Contact details appear with instructions to phone for clarification or pickup. The notice conveys a formal demand and identifies the involved parties.
The article describes girls making fancy summer work such as bags and aprons with elaborate embroidery and ribbons. It highlights pretty bag designs with shirred tops and pink ribbons, and outlines various apron styles, materials, and finishes. It also reports a surge of Gypsies seen on streets and traveling toward Seattle, selling canvases and following expositions.
The notice claims mortality from Bright's disease and diabetes failure has doubled in ten years. It attributes many deaths to neglected early kidney trouble and urges Foley's Kidney Remedy to treat backache and bladder irregularities. Barber & Son promote the product.
A visitor from Fort Scott notes the town chatter on paving as the lead topic. Residents in Lawrence comment on the humor of the scene while Port Scott residents discuss paving blocks and its impact on business.
Indoor Life and lack of exercise blamed for hemorrhoids among women with more cases than men. The ad claims stagnation of blood in the lower bowel cannot be solved by cutting or suppositories. Leonhardt Lem-Raid tablets offered for $1 by Dick Bros Lawrence Kansas with a full guarantee and booklet.
A Rexall Store advertisement promotes Rexall 93 Hair Tons for scalp and bald spot ailments. It urges customers to try a large bottle with no promises or obligations and offers refunds if not satisfied. Two sizes are available at sec and one dollar.
An OCR fragment advertises Foley's Urine Laxatives for stomach and liver issues, claiming it's superior to pills. It mentions P Barber & Son and N Palmer plasterer contractor offering patchwork, with a partial street address and phone reference.
Three reasonably located properties listed with tiny cash downs and rent like terms. Prices range around $1000s with $150 to $200 cash and monthly payments starting near $15 to $23, all with improvements and utilities. Office visits or mobile service offered to collect details.
Prominent notes speak of land near Tell Crest offered at 500 dollars per acre with expectations of rapid appreciation. Historical references mention university security and westward expansion driving demand for highland homes. Also brief items advertise a Rheumatism book by Dr. Shoop and a charitable appeal from P. Barber & Son.
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