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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 04, 1908
Page
3
Anna A. Rogers argues mothers are the humane wardens of society and criticizes the failure to teach motherhood's dignity. The piece asserts neglect of primal familial duties harms children and nation, urging laws and civic action to support maternal responsibility.
An old advertisement touts New Disc as the best remedy for coughs, croup, and throat issues. It claims rapid relief for children prone to croup, touts a seven year test, and notes Barber & Son's Drug Store sells it for $1.00 with a free trial bottle, promising a guaranteed result.
The quarterly Kansas State Board of Agriculture report notes only about 120,000 sheep in the state despite estimates of up to 3,000,000 in other counts. The Journal argues the figures reflect a skewed view, noting dogs outnumber sheep and joking about sheep and dog interactions as a social commentary. An aside on politics ends with a remark about a candidate favoring kissing babies and the humor of an honest blush.
The Postmaster General issues a ruling prohibiting sending newspapers at pound rates to subscribers whose accounts are in arrears. Readers are urged to bring subscriptions up to date, with a reasonable grace period to adjust accounts. The Journal hopes all subscribers of the Daily or Weekly Journal will have their dates advanced before March 1.
Fragmentary text from a 1903 era report discusses a physician named Prof Anders and a tuberculosis focus. It mentions a lecture condemning germ dangers and a social note about a moustache incident, with scattered names and unverified events. The passage lacks coherent narrative.
State Board of Health secretary Dr Crumbling refuses to let the pure food exhibit be used in grocery stores or for advertising. The exhibit remains in the state house offices and may travel only to public halls where all can view it, with shipping and inspector costs covered by sponsoring groups or clubs. The notice also mentions Dr Thomas Eclectric Oil for croup and a humorous aside about a bald headed man finding consolation in scripture.
The Topeka Capital reports on left handed recruits favored for rifle work and drill, with observations from Sent Morris and others. Mentions a five recruitive list, increased pay, and the role of left handed soldiers in accuracy and center targeting, highlighting historical debate on their abilities.
A large audience attended the play last night with praise for the performance. Lighting troubles disrupted the start but were fixed and the show proceeded without further incident. Sheriff Woodward’s earlier remark about a man named Tom Terry was noted as he reconsidered his desire to die and chose to live to be good. The weather remains rainy and warm with more rain expected as spring approaches.
University notes report Frank Tyler of Clifton and Fred W. Brinkerhoff of Ottawa selected as debaters to represent the University of Kansas in the upcoming Missouri University debate. Tyler is a junior active in debate. Brinkerhoff is a sophomore who transferred from Ottawa University. Alternate is O. C. Hull.
Leavenworth's hospitals face a genuine nurse shortage. Surgeons report a growing gap as aging trained staff retire or move on, while new recruits are scarce. Talks note promising interest for nursing careers, but conditions and training demands keep numbers low amid ongoing outbreaks of contagious diseases.
Amusements page advertises several card games and comedies. It mentions one lively show about a girl and a theater troupe with plenty of humor. Pricing noted as 250. Street commissioner Parker to appoint a gaschates maser in the near future.
Missouri Pacific officials report about 700 empty freight cars stored on the Wichita division, the largest idle car count for the season. About 200 sit at Hutchinson and 100 in Wichita with others between here and Kiowa. Cars dubbed Teddy Bears are sidelined on ten car strings to guard against theft as the wheat movement looms.
Mr. E. E. Chamberlain of Clinton Maine reports Bucklen’s Arnica Salve “does the business” after using it on piles chapped hands and an old sore. Cure described as complete with no scarring. Available at Barber & Son’s drug store for 25 cents.
A newspaper brief notes how calendar tricks map holidays for barbers this leap year. It explains that Decoration Day, the Fourth of July, and Christmas fall on Saturday, reducing rest days, while Labor Day and Thanksgiving move differently. Barbers may stay open late Sunday prep.
An article addresses women with demanding home and social roles. It discusses Dr. Pierce's plan as a tonic, praising its vigor, while noting public concern over exact ingredients and safety. The piece mentions a label printed on the bottle listing all ingredients in plain English and warns of alcohol content.
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