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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 30, 1908
Page
3
The piece observes how political logic shifts as major parties prepare for conventions. It notes unusual support for lesser candidates on both Republican and Democratic sides, with insiders debating whether real contenders or late surges will shape the final ticket.
Jacob Springer of West Franklin Maine says Dr King s New Life Pills raised his health with better stomach liver and bowels. If the pills disappoint you Barber Son s drug store offers a 25 cent refund.
The issue highlights a portrait and features by a celebrated artist George Bur eyieuhis Torres with reproductions in the issue. It notes a new play and several artists and writers, praising the edition as valuable for readers and collectors of portraits and literary items.
G B Burhans of Carlisle Center narrates a four year chronic kidney disease cure after taking Foley's Kidney Cure. He reports brick dust sediment and pain vanished and states no relapse. He strongly endorses Foley's Kidney Cure for kidney or bladder trouble.
Lawrence readers report the Merry Widow hat craze from St Louis and Chicago is reducing car seating capacity. Hats reach up to thirty six inches, making it impossible for two women to share a seat. Men groan as women parade the wide rims, conductors pair short and tall riders to avoid overlap. A new Merry Widow neck curve appears from balancing the giant hats in the wind.
The Journal kept in stock the official petition blanks used by candidates to secure signatures for placing on the primary ticket. The job rooms hold ready forms of blanks in a pre printed format for candidates.
An 1860s era note recalls the first suspension bridge over Niagara Falls with Roseanne Conklin as a central figure. The scene shows public figures at the New York rail station, where humor and awe greet the man credited with the bridge. A porter humorously asks if he is the man who built the falls, prompting a terse reaction from Conklin.
Salina Journal notes Uncle Sam plans to recruit during Kansas summer from a varied pool of harvest hands and travelers. Private Gus Goettner from Wichita is assigned to Sgt John Bertell and is expected to stay locally, as Gretiner and Le Reant Hertell push for broader enlistment among workers and travelers seeking pay and purpose.
A Sunday gathering at the Opera House in Lawrence drew a full parquet as Col Goldin, a former Custer ally now a political figure, delivered a notable speech. The program featured the KU male quartet and highlighted his remarks on personal views rather than broader political claims.
Clears the complexion by cleansing the system and removing pimples and blotches. Advertises Orino Laxative Fruit Syrup as mild and pleasant for women and children, not causing griping. Claims superiority to pills and apprise water for not irritating the stomach or bowels. Parker & Son.
James A. Horton, longtime keeper of the tours for the Barnum Bailey circus, died at Cushing hospital after six months bedridden from a fall that crushed his lumbar spine. He had remained conscious and able to converse until hours before death. The injury left him paralyzed from the waist down and confined to his bed. Horton previously worked for Leavenworth Times.
Stary defeated University team Saturday night with a unclear score. Players mentioned include Tom Jobson Abe Len Sipha Brammage Don Alford and Delia Dennis. Freshman elites team won their championship by defeating the Junior class team by a score of 14. The Yo M C A L beat Haskell 48 to 15 at the iron building.
The University picture exhibit closed Saturday night and was not financially successful. Some say revised plans failed to attract patronage seen in prior years. The exhibit drew praise in other places but did not pay out despite reportedly generous prices and favorable reception elsewhere.
R. M. James of Louellen calls Electric Bitters a cure for malaria chills bilious attacks and jaundice. The 50 cent bottles are sold at Barber & Son's drug store with a guarantee. It claims quick relief for stomach liver and bladder complaints and back misery.
An employer notes brains are in demand worldwide and can fetch good pay even in boom or bust times. The article suggests the right person with ideas and ability will always find work and top compensation. An unnamed successful employer commented on this trend after a recent hiring experience.
The April Century showcases W A Dorland's three year study of four hundred records on intellectual achievement with fifty as the average age for masterwork. Robert Hichens' Spell of Egypt is illustrated with Karnak scenes by Jules Guerin. Benjamin Kidd discusses animal instinct and intelligence with twenty years of study. Ray Stannard Baker writes on Destiny and more as the issue surveys lasting themes.
Mattie Wilson aged 24, beloved wife of Rd Wilson and daughter of Henry Gillam a courthouse janitor, died Saturday afternoon from consumption. The funeral was held this afternoon at 2:30 o clock from the AME church in North Lawrence.
Mrs. Chorge Barker read her paper before the Art League in Leavenworth on Government by Commission. The talk will be repeated April 14 in Ithaca New York before the Political Study Club.
Walt Mason notes a humorous Emporia Gazette column where women discuss Henry the Seventh, gowns, skirts, and a blue trimmed hat ordered green, all while imagining fashions and joking about aristocratic pretensions.
A string of local residents and visitors travel between Lawrence and nearby cities. Many attend events in Kansas City Saint Marys Ottawa and Topeka while relatives visit from Lecompton and Warrensburg. Names include Tucker Arps Rankin Woods Richards Shearer Fisher Marshall Russell Clark Moore Creager Hopper Coble Brown Davidson James Thinson Leewer Lewellen Levy Marshall James Barker Forter Engle and Arps among others with multiple trips to KC and weekend stays.
General Charles Badger is promoted to major general in a ceremony at Fort Leavenworth marked by thirteen cannon shots. General Hall hosted a reception from 4 to 6 with officers and ladies. It is expected Hall will remain in charge of the school department through June.
Nelse Ockerblad, physics director of the Y M G A, took seven boys on a hike to W N Tucker's farm Saturday. Those who went were George Woodward, Lyman and Henry McCurdy, Roy Zeisenis, Paul Evans, and Aretus McClure. Hikes will occur regularly through spring and summer.
The Women’s Auxiliary of the YMCA will hold a meeting Wednesday at 10 o'clock to discuss officer section and other business. Mrs. Geo. J. Barker serves as secretary.
A heavy frost Saturday night alarmed residents but fruit men report no damage as trees remained dry and frost did not take hold. Fruit cannot endure much colder weather, though.
Fort Scott Republica reports G Pike urges grocers across the state to remove old stock and ensure labeled contents, while dairy workers and inspectors test milk for butter fat per law. He emphasizes sanitary milk handling, sterilization, and clean vessels for ice cream, with notices sent to stores and meat dealers to comply.
A historical advertisement argues many illnesses in women stem from uterine disease and medical neglect. It promotes Dr. Pierce's Favorite Prescription as a safe tonic and nerve stabilizer made from American roots, claiming it strengthens the uterus, aids sleep, and relieves nervous prostration. Also mentions Dr. Pierce's Pleasant Pellets as a gentle stomach and liver aid, with general advice on economic behavior and parental honesty.
E Harding formerly with Carl Hoffman Muse in Kansas City now based in Lawrence to tone and repair pianos and related instruments under a new local arrangement.
IR Sarah Garrothers, graduate of Ameritas School of Osteopathy under founder A T Sill. Located at Office 913 Mam Street, upstairs. Office hours listed as 9 to 12 and 1 to kK.
Notice offers cement work and finishing services in Lawrence with a guarantee of satisfaction in every respect. It urges potential customers to see the firm before signing contracts for cement walks and cellar work.
Governor to appoint a Kansas commission to prepare an exhibit for the Omaha Exposition. The advisory board, honorary with no pay, will draft letters while likely not meeting. Prof Ten Eyck of State Agricultural College to direct the exhibit. list of appointees includes Gilman Oswego Topeka Cappy Salina Norton Enterprise Columbus Edwardsville Black Anthony Chaham Ushbard Kimball and others.
State Health Secretary Dr Crumbine continues statewide inspections of druggists to enforce pure food and drug laws. Parsons leads reports of shelves ransacked for liquor behind prescriptions, often without registered pharmacists present. Prosecutions may follow, as tests show liquors do not meet drug law standards and the state pursues action against unlicensed sales.
Kangaa weather forecaster P. Connor recalls a gardening tale of a single Parisian Beauty tomato vine that grew over a fence, produced dozens of large tomatoes daily, and yielded unseen bushels over the year while a neighbor plans another garden amid playful reflections on moonlit sighs.
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