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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 09, 1908
Page
3
A historical advertisement extols Dr. Pierce’s Favorite Prescription as strengthening for nursing and expectant mothers and aiding various female ailments. The pitch mentions accompanying Lotion Tablets and Antiseptic Suppositories, and promotes Dr. Pierce’s Pleasant Pellets as the original liver pills, claiming general health benefits and ease of use.
The Hav river rose and flooded the north side, drawing crowds to the bridge. Neighbors, families, and workers ferried belongings, aided by police to keep paths clear. Amid danger, scenes of charity and the mix of races showed community resilience and shared hardship.
A fragmented notice resembles an old medical advertisement praising medicines for women, asserting safeness and no alcohol. It mentions Dr Pierce and his Favorite Prescription with companion Pleasant Pellets, and quotes letters about privacy. Social items list visits and church events in a small-town column.
Alfred and Mrs. Lawrence of Lawrence Kansas endorse Dean's Kidney Pills claiming relief from backache and kidney disorders. The ad cites a local pharmacist and Foster Milburn Co Buffalo as sole agents and urges readers to buy with the slogan Remember the name Dean's.
Rel ia ble purifiers that do the work without grinding or griping. Take Dr King's New Life Pills to ease stagnation of liver and bowels, headaches, biliousness, and jaundice symptoms. Available for 25 cents at Barber & Son's drug store.
A cablegram from Dr. Peter Mac Queen to his family expresses deep concern over his welfare as he remains in the dangerous wilds of Africa. His return was planned to align with opening Chatauqua dates, and Redpath organizers pledge to use every means to locate him and keep the public informed.
A. H. Thornes reports years of kidney and bladder trouble with gravel stones and excruciating pain. After no relief from medicine, he began Foley's Kidney Care and quickly noticed relief as the back-dust like substance passed and pain stopped, leaving him feeling like a new man.
Forest Amsden leaves for Wichita theme while Myron Stonz travels from Sioux City for a family visit. Several guests arrive from Wichita and Kansas City to visit friends and relatives, with others planning summer trips to Pierre SD.
Andee Pollok yesterday appointed W. Berger of Kansas City Kansas as Master in Chancery to take testimony in the Weber Piano factory case. Berger is a lawyer reputed for fairness and knowledge of the law and rules of evidence.
A man passes a shop near a campus where red and blue umbrellas are used for commencement. He eyes the display, enters the store, and asks for one umbrella then insists on three, claiming the alma mater he graduated from long ago.
Will Gare Consumption of Pincb Arkansas writes Foley's Honey and Tar is the best cough remedy and has cured consumption in early stages. Barber and Son notes no one using Foley's Honey and Tar remains unsatisfied.
No action taken in the Perkins cases at Kansas City Kansas yesterday. Defendants lawyers the insurance companies were granted leave to file an amended petition. The cases are postponed for the time being.
A group of boys staged a riverlike sprint at the foot of Indiana street by rowing three heats toward the railroad tracks. The swift current challenged them as the crowd watched and the youths struggled yet succeeded in crossing the obstacles.
W J Broadburnt announces his shop relocation to the Penny Arcade building at 728 Mass Street. Bring in your shoes for repair and service.
In spring 1906 Jesse P Morris of Skippers Virginia faced a near fatal pneumonia and fearful cough that friends feared meant consumption. He began using Dr Kings New Discovery and recovered after two and a half bottles, proving its quick aid.
A local report describes boomerang demonstrations attracting crowds after dusk. Patrons watch as thrown weapons arc toward sidewalks, with bystanders dodging or learning to stand firm. The vivid show evolves from primitive forms to modern two-stick windmills, noted as a weapon in native Australia and India.
Nine years ago C. T Farthing of Mill Creek Indian Territory nearly died. A druggist recommended Electric Bitters, a bottle cured him, and he has remained well since. Sold under guarantee at Barber Son's drug store, 50 cents.
An advertisement asserts that Urine Laxative Fruit Syrup aids digestion by stimulating the stomach and liver without irritation. It claims the syrup does not nauseate or gripe and is pleasant to take, likening its effect to that of pills or ordinary cathartics. Barber and Son promote the remedy.
A hazy tale from a 1900s newspaper describes a party where four young women fled fear after mysterious tapping at a window. Police arrived to calm panic as the story of supposed insects spreads, leaving the girls convinced of unseen pest intruders.
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