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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 01, 1902
Page
3
A compact essay argues fate often masks self choices in disasters. It links heart weakness to irregular meals and poor digestion, noting starvation weakens the stomach and liver. It cites Dr. Pierce’s Golden Medical Discovery as a remedy for stomach and nutrition related diseases backed by testimonial lines.
Public notice in Douglas county Kansas states a registered pharmacist seeks a license to sell intoxicating liquors for medical and scientific purposes at a Lawrence pharmacy located near Oak and Locust streets. Hearing set May 1 before the Probate Judge of Douglas County.
An old document describes a portable land roller and wheelbarrow assembly used to prepare fields for wheat and corn. It covers frame construction, roller sizes, hitch fittings, and transfer of force from wheels to crushing soil clots, emphasizing moisture conservation and soil readiness for spring work.
Patrons missing daily papers by a fixed time should notify the office to improve delivery. Subscribers are asked to deduct charges for missed papers from monthly carrier bills. Also appears a notice of appointment regarding an unspecified matter with dates and names.
The Dalny harbor on the Gulf of Pechili advances with vast piers, docks, and warehouses, built to handle China trade. A breakwater and two large drydocks rise as dredgers deepen the harbor, promising free port status with no customs duties on landed or exported goods.
The article details a grand development plan featuring docks, piers, and warehouses along the waterfront. It describes electric railways, streets, parks, and schools, plus a proposed railway connection to a Siberian route. China, Japan, and Russian interests are noted amid large projected expenditures and anticipated tourist trains.
Dispatch from Indianapolis to the St Louis Globe-Democrat says two men with assistants will sail for the north pole in July 1902. They will travel as Major Audree, the Norwegian aeronaut, and use a balloon built for the voyage, funded by the project’s backers.
Fragmentary 1920s style narrative describes an Arctic voyage with engineers, explorers, and a ship design by Brederick, noting a north country with vegetation near the ice and elaborate propulsion and hydrogen lift concepts. The piece then lists travel fares and schedules from multiple cities including RANAS CITY, TOPEKA, SAN FRANCISCO, COLORADO, DENVER, OGDEN, and more, detailing round trips, dates, and ticket offices.
Maj. Gen. MacArthur testifies before the Senate committee on Philippines in Washington May 2. He argued independence would bring absolute chaos as U S forces withdraw, noting Filipinos’ limited self-government experience and contrasting it with Latin American emancipation, while detailing efforts to negotiate with Aguinaldo and urging continued American guidance.
Notice to advertisers that for all advertising amounting to lower bases five ads and accepted by regular advertisers, payment must be made in advance. No church rate allowed except when payment is made in severages.
Local Topeka notice recounts a former Texas Pacific engineer’s kidney complaint and positive relief from Doan’s Kidney Pills. The reader urges others to visit Dick Bree drug store for testimonials and asks buyers to insist on Doan’s, with poster company in Buffalo for U.S. agents.
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