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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 26, 1907
Page
3
A colonial youth at Orakan sacrificed his life to cover the escape of two old Maoris during a pursuit by English soldiers after a Maori defeat. He faced the advancing party with an empty gun, allowing the old men to flee into the forest as he died aiding their freedom.
An editorial urges water as the king of drinks and stresses the danger of impure water. It cites What to Eat and health reports, arguing pure water has remained unchanged since biblical times and should be prioritized by health departments to cut deaths from contaminated beverages.
A London journal reports a breakthrough that could vastly profit from clay by aluminum carbide formed from kaolin and carbon in an electric furnace, then heated with aluminum oxide to yield carbonic acid gas and pure metal. The method promises cheap, abundant aluminum production.
Amos F King of Port Bryan aged 85 has reportedly been entirely healed of a chronic leg sore that troubled him most of his life, after using Buskien's Arnies. The notice notes the remarkable recovery of the elderly man on medical or folk remedy grounds.
A Ida Manley of 92 Court Street York describes six months of postnatal illness with headaches dizziness bloating and weight loss then reports relief after taking Dr Williams Pink Pills. She recovered to 130 pounds and credits the pills with restoring appetite strength and overall health. The ad claims the pills build new blood and tone the stomach nerves and organs. Price 50 cents per box six for five dollars plus mail offers from Dr Williams Medicine Co. Schenectady NY.
Last night’s rain came in time to ease fear of hot winds that would have damaged the corn. Farmers report the showers raised ground moisture and saved the crop, though more rain is needed in August, a critical month for corn. Duane’s Regulats advertised with constipation relief at 25 cents a box.
William Thoren, 37, son of Mrs. Cham Thorn, died early Friday at his sister Mrs. Chas Gabriel’s home. He left home after an argument with his father about seventeen years ago, lived unknown for years, and returned last April when notified of serious illness in a San Francisco hospital. His brother Henry brought him home and he remained bedfast until death.
A charm beyond perfect form lies in neatness clear eyes and springy step. Weak health spoils beauty but Electric Bitters promises strength nerves bright eyes and smooth skin. O P Barber & Son guarantee the remedy with a 2 50 price.
Last Thursday afternoon a Perry school meeting approved establishing a second high school in the town. The vote was unanimous with terms set for a nine month school year, a five teacher corps led by John P. Boyle as principal, and teachers Mary Horning, Hary Nichols, Grace Satterlee, and Ann Lott-Perry.
The July meeting of the Douglas County Horticultural Society met at A. H. Griesa’s home under favorable conditions with strong turnout. Discussions covered dandelions, fruit trees, walnuts, and new plant varieties. resolutions denied new Londonberry claims and praised floral displays. Remarks from Mr. Raymond and others highlighted pruning, cold resistance, and profitable nut plantings, followed by social dining and gifts to the hosts.
Citizens complain that cows run at large in the city as boys too small handle them. Small lads take cattle to pasture and cows roam parking areas and into yards. Residents seek better control and charges to manage the cattle.
J B Stringer, a man who says he is both poet and playwright, tours towns with clippings proving his claim. He reads love poems amid claims of hundreds written, admits flirting with many girls, and hints at a political move to Topeka with a so-called Hike Tin.
In Concordia the local weather observer now serves the town’s interests while nearby places report heat or cold differently. Thermometer readings vary. the University thermometer is biased against public comfort, while newer standard thermometers offer more reasonable readings.
In Junction City the stores closed early on Ringfings civens afternoon with no night performance and townspeople experienced a single afternoon event.
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