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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 19, 1906
Page
3
The advertisement promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a tonic to improve overall health by aiding delicate womanly organs. It targets worn out nervous and debilitated women in work and daily tasks, promising restoration, strength, and relief from nervous symptoms and functional disorders.
A fragmentary narrative recounts Arctic expedition hardships in December with long polar nights, improvised shelters, fur clothing, and sledge preparations. It recalls New Year banquets, high velocity winds, frigid observatories, and a perilous stake as crews endure freezing conditions and attempts to locate missing ships and crew.
The piece reports a growing crusade against absinthe in Vaud and Geneva amid rising concerns over crime linked to drinkers. It notes attempts to influence government policy, calls for tighter controls, and mentions cheap imported absinthe contributing to the issue. It also references royal news and a separate anecdote about a king’s statue crown incident, illustrating a year of turbulent events.
A letter from A M Ake of Wood Indiana recounts severe lung hemorrhages and relief after Foley’s Honey and Tar in the 1800s style. The ad urges the medicine and cites a drug store citation and a probate notice appears referencing final settlement and administrator fees in Douglass County.
A long, ad heavy clipping touts various health remedies including Dean's Kidney Pills and Foley's Honey and Tar. It claims cures for kidney and lung issues, lists testimonials from Lawrence residents, and promotes drugstore purchases with prices and agents. The fragmentary text blends multiple products and sensational claims typical of early 20th century newspaper pages.
A passage explaining early automobile engine principles from the American Illustrated Magazine. It compares gas pressure to gunpowder and describes piston movement, steam engine opposition, and the four to five strokes per cycle that drive the auto. It notes gas expulsion, inlet and compression strokes, and repeated explosions propelling the piston forward.
A fragmented report notes nine percent of cigarettes made abroad and exported, with China as a key market. It cites rising foreign tobacco exports, limited by imports to Richmond, New Orleans, and San Francisco, and mentions foreign made cigarettes entering the United States amid evolving trade patterns. The piece hints at a total export figure near two million pounds and references shifts in manufacturing and distribution.
Mayor J A Keeler proclaims city and ward officers election in Lawrence Kansas on Tuesday April 3 1906. Voters will choose two members of the board of education and one councilman per ward. Polls open 9 am to 4 pm at ward designated locations. City Clerk F D Brooks attests. After acting something good yet easy and look for something better
In a chaotic exchange the market shifts showcase renewed demand for gold and volatile prices. Transactions reference various entities and locales with unclear names, but the core action centers on gold returning to prominence as investors reassess risk. The piece also alludes to jewelry industry notes and regulatory concerns impacting trade and public sentiment.
A vivid sketch extols New Hampshire’s abundant rural wealth and diverse crops, noting a small cultivated area yet strong potential. It highlights water power, mineral resources, and scenic beauty, arguing the state could support varied crops and residents with favorable climate and winter roses.
Walter Nason of Newport Maine claims a palm reading gift to tell the exact time as accurately as a watch. He says the ability has existed for years, a skill he began after buying a watch and comparing his palm with the time shown. Born in Palmyra about 40 years ago, he moved to Newport at 15 and later worked in local mills.
The telephone is hailed as the electrical triumph of 1905 with unprecedented growth. New York city alone shows about 75,000 new instruments, reflecting its value as essential in hotels and well equipped department stores. Private exchanges and instrument placements per suite become standard in large cities.
A jumble of garbled text and vintage ad phrases. mentions health issues, remedies, and odd anecdotes from a 1903 era newspaper, including quips on drinking, pneumonia deaths, and a comical note about a bookkeeper’s balance.
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