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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 14, 1907
Page
3
A Lawrence advertisement touts Doan’s Kidney Pills as a cure for back and kidney issues with claims of relief and normal secretions, citing a testimonial from John C. Marshall. The item also contains an 1907 city election proclamation detailing mayoral and council positions, polling places, and hours.
Editor notes that NAWSA momentum continues after a Chicago convention, citing global enfranchisement gains and renewed advocacy in magazines and papers. Kansas legislature is faulted for rail interests over public will. efforts to refer a constitutional amendment to voters persist, with opposition and hearings described.
Foley's Honey and Tar for coughs, colds and lung troubles is not affected by the National Pure Food and Drug Law as it contains no opiates or other harmful drugs. It is recommended as a safe remedy for children and adults. Barber & Son. Nell speaks of a girl who accepted an opal engagement ring and later discovered it was imitation.
A note describes a bilious attack after 9:30 p m yesterday to noon today with nausea and headache. It states the loss arose from finding at Barber Son's drug store a bar of Dr Kings New Life Pills, advertised as a guaranteed cure for biliousness malaria and jaundice priced at 250.
A health advertisement warns that kidney trouble leads to heart disease, pneumonia, and death, urging Dr Kilmer's Swamp Root as a remedy. It claims the product treats kidney, liver, and bladder issues and offers a free sample bottle and informational book by mail from Kilmer & Co.
Lawrence resident Holland Wheeler visits Ottawa area to examine the proposed viaduct site at North Ottawa junction. He recalls surveying and paving work in Ottawa long ago and hints at a historic route through Franklin County from 1858 onward. The fragment references a river crossing at Seat and a survey line heading southwest then south.
A Sunday school scene features a young girl who asks how to reach heaven. An older cousin in a sorority reportedly influenced the house with a song, prompting the class to question the requirements for entry to heaven as the teacher gives a Pi Beta Phi tied answer.
G B Burhans of Carlisle Center New York writes that after four years he remains cured of kidney trouble from Foley Kidney Cure He reports stopping brick sediment pain and symptoms and no relapse in four years He recommends the remedy to others after his apparent sustained relief Also notes a joking regret about a ten cent moment and a Rolling Stone teacher anecdote.
The article notes high wages tempt artisans to work on the Panama Canal but fears of fevers and malaria deter many. It claims experienced workers use Electric Bitters to stay safe from malaria and to treat blood poison, biliousness, weakness, and stomach, liver, and kidney troubles, guaranteed by Bar ber & Son for 50 cents.
A fifth grade pupil Bernice Barker has a story published. The piece, titled Chapter 1 Mrs Smith is Going Away, reflects how a guild of fifth graders handles composition and the ideas of a story.
A brief item notes coverage titled Talking About the Fair bold and The Tus, highlighting local event discussion and community interest in ongoing fair activities and Tuskegee connections. The piece signals a feature focus with period newspaper tone and concise public curiosity.
Maria reports a real estate transfer with path to Vie WU. Details are limited in the fragment, but the notice indicates ownership change and associated financial terms. Further specifics are not readable in the available text.
A overheated warning on neglecting a cold leads to pneumonia and weakened lungs after recovery. Foley's Honey and Tar is advertised to stop coughs heal and strengthen lungs and prevent pneumonia. La Grippe coughs respond quickly to Foley's Honey and Tar, marketed as the best remedy by Barber & Son.
Lawrence voters hear declarations from Geo J Barker on mayoral bid and several council hopefuls for wards one two three and four. Candidates pledge re election or new runs under Republican primaries set for March fifteenth and ward elections on dates in April.
The notice lists multiple hopefuls for the City Board of Education including Blair, Mrs Jennette I. Bunn, L. Bl Maea, Hattie Tibball, and others. Each entry notes potential candidacy or reelection, subject to Republican primaries and party rules. The document reflects filings and intent for public primaries.
A fragment shows multiple candidates listing for Justice of the Peace and Police Judge positions in the Republican primaries with dates around March 11 to March 15. Names include James Brooks, E. F. Caldwell, Charligh Benson, Fletcher Phillips, John W. Clark, and L. Meng er. The text ends with a quotation about self improvement.
Real estate transfers listed include Chas Lothelz and wife to A D Lee for 200 dollars Lot 19 block 180 Eu, McNess et al to Herman Puht 10 dollars South east quarter of section 1 15 19 Annie Phillips and Lawrence to Carrie Hornaday 1300 dollars Lot 28 Obiv Street Wm Sinclair and wife to Malinda Miller 900 dollars Lot 65 Pinckney Street block 41 W L and L Herr and wife to Wim Postman Street 500 dollars parts northwest quarter of section 14 14 14 Patent United States to David White southwest quarter of section 9 15 21 Orne Laxative Fruit Syrup touted to stimulate the liver cleanse the system and improve complexion claimed mild and free from gripe Barber Son.
The tale speaks of thousand dollar stakes for two and three year old trotters to be eloxed from March 15 in Topeka Kansas. It advises early handling and feeding to develop young stock and suggests haltering from birth, tying beside the dam, and gentle care to prevent kicking once trained.
A column blends horse racing lore and pedigree notes from 1906, detailing Norehen, bred by H. G. Longbrake, and kin to Dick Patch, with lineage tracing to Strathmore Eleanor and Blue Bull. It recalls Goldsmith Maid’s era, hampered by no limits, and notes legislative misses in Kansas, plus sale of the notable stallion Highwood to Dr. Mead of Cincinnati.
A playful exchange between Borrowell and Wigwag features witty lines about a fair weather friend and a man bragging about his child’s cry. The quip contrasts lending an umbrella with boasting, highlighting humorous wordplay and social observation.
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