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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1910
Page
3
The queen of Sheba visits Jerusalem to test Solomon with hard questions, witnessing his wisdom, the grand house, table, ministers, and ascent to the house of the Lord. She acknowledges Solomon’s riches and wisdom surpassing all she heard, blessing the Lord for Israel’s prosperity and the king’s justice.
The Lawrence Humane Society appeals for donations and announces a May 17 meeting in Room 23 of the Fraternal Aid Association building. Members and sympathizers are urged to assist with gifts or subscriptions, with Mr. R C Manley coordinating arrangements. Also mentions public notices about catarrh cures and Kings King King styles.
An old advertisement touts Electric Bitters as a remedy for nervous and female health troubles including melancholy loss of appetite insomnia and fainting spells. It claims many sufferers have become healthy and happy and offers a 50 cent price with satisfaction guaranteed.
An advertisement offers a tasteless chew tablet remedy for constipation claiming permanent relief with regular use. It markets Rexall Orderlies as safe, non habit forming, and suitable for adults and children, with pricing and availability through a Rexall Store in Lawrence and Garshare.
The notice reports assessment results for Marion Township Indiana with over 20 000 more than last year, 1314 head of horses valued at 113 740 dollars, and details on personal property and livestock totals. It notes completion of the assessment and references property, cattle, and local tax authorities in a dated township context.
Miss Edith Lawsen presented a reading from The Dawn of a Tomorrow to a large Fraser audience on Saturday, illustrating deep emotion and realism. The performance impressed many, drawing tears and praise for her voice and stage presence as she conveyed the piece’s hopeful, consoling message.
The article describes the manufacture of bamboo fans in Pengrhow and Chagchowty. It notes rapid growth from a domestic craft to family factories, with Pengrhow providing bamboo for ribs and frames. Fans feature shelllike tops, paper faces, varnished borders, water-based coatings, and elaborately painted handles of bamboo and other materials.
A tangled Milwaukee set piece follows a man faced with a passing Owl Streetcar. The scene blends local color with comic dialogue about courtships and tabloid chatter as bystanders comment on marriage and neighborly finances. The fragmentary text hints at social quirks and urban bustle.
Lawrence Kansas born George W Ellis long time secretary of the United States legation at Monrovia Liberia resigns after five years in office. He was appointed by President Roosevelt in 1902 on the recommendation of Senator Burton and Representative Bowersuck. salary 2000 dollars a year. An Ohio negro was chosen to replace him as Liberia relation secretary amid limited action by Kansas delegation.
Endora News reports Eudora high school will hold commencement at Cothholz Opera House Friday night with seven graduates. Rev Samuel Breithaupt of Jewell City Kansas will deliver the sermon at English M E Church Sunday evening. Class members listed include Benj Abies Edwin Abies Sophia Breeheisen Forest Mentor Alina Seubert Lillie Smith Norman Straehan.
An advertisement asserts Foley's Kidney Remedy can prevent serious illness by treating early signs such as back pain headaches nervousness and exhaustion. It emphasizes kidneys must work properly to maintain health and promises rebuilding of worn tissues to restore normal function. Q. P. Barber & Son.
A description of the Associated Press as a global news cooperative that shares reports among member papers. The piece notes the AP’s customer focus, international coverage, and dispatch process with editors awaiting verdicts on stories, delivered promptly when available.
Live stock catalog notes Belvoir and Richland area stallions for 1910 season. Connole advertises Beauttiful Stout stallion with 3:17% and 3:18 marks, fee $18, foal insured. Other entries include Percheron stallions from France, Success 1700 lb at $1250 insured, and Sutton Farm’s Alcantara lineage with 2:12 to 2:30 records and high value breeding stock.
The notice lists prices and terms for insured colts and stud services. It highlights McGregor, Diamond, King Russell, and Skeeter 45474 with breeding lines and payment deadlines, plus certificates verifying pedigrees from Kansas agricultural institutions.
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