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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1908
Page
2
A sprawling political column reviews Taft's readiness for the presidency and Bryan's fortunes, noting Democratic splits over Hearst and Lawson as well as public interest in the Roosevelt alignment. It also mentions a Kansas City arrest, local meetings, and community notices including medical cures and area society hints.
An advertisement extols American medicinal roots and glyceric extracts for curing valvular heart conditions and various female ailments. It claims indigenous knowledge predated white settlers and credits Dr. Pierce and Buffalo physicians for preparation, using skilled chemists and specialized equipment.
The fragment lists wedding beliefs tied to months and signs with advice on marriage timing. It weaves colorful verse about February, April, June, September, October and November weddings, plus a testimonial about Bucklen's Arnica Salve and brief notes on a car shortage and railroad freight.
An observer notes thirteen symbols on the 1903 quarter including thirteen stars on the face and thirteen stars above the eagle on the reverse. He cites thirteen bars and thirteen leaves as proof of the coin's unlucky thirteen motif.
A soda counter worker vents over persistent customer complaints about the weather and the public, lamenting endless wails and hot white coats. He notes the grind of daily duties, the heat, and the difficulty of pleasing patrons, while a visitor echoes a distant wartime remark. Items advertise roller skates and carpet cleaning.
A collage of local notices and snippets includes household goods at 944 Mass Street, butchers at 1023 Mass Street, piano tuning by Ed Harding, and a humorous baldness cure tale. Also mentions motorcycle sales by L F Conklin and W L Douglas shoes via Abe Wolfson, plus teachers certificates exam July 24-25, 1908 under County Superintendent C D Bowman.
Readers urged to join annual subscription drive with prizes for city and county contests. Young women sell one year books, earn commissions, and report lists to the Journal office before Saturday. Prizes include a piano, gas range, rings, sewing machine, tea sets, and cash awards with top performers favored.
The piece profiles Floyd Lawrence, a disabled candidate who lost both feet in an accident, as he campaigns for the register of deeds post. Despite his handicap he remains active, earns support, and is urged by friends to pursue the nomination, with emphasis on his competence and perseverance.
Miscellaneous notices and classifieds including appointments and probate notices, sales and for sale items, jobs wanted, animal listings, and service ads from Lawrence area, with names like Emma Karns and Clifton Hiatt, and promotions for Colorado travel folders and local services.
The article lists fruit as best medicine with dietary advice from a celebrated physician. It recommends eating fruit at breakfast and dinner, avoiding hot biscuits, and preferring whole wheat bread. It advises walking daily, regular baths, and eight hours of sleep. It also links specific fruits to health benefits and notes children’s natural dependence on parents.
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