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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 18, 1915
Page
6
A testimonial from W. Graves of Indiana claims Dr Kilmer’s Swamp Root cured chronic kidney and liver trouble after a one dollar bottle restored his weight from 135 to 219 pounds. The statement, sworn before a notary, asserts quick health recovery and daily work resumed, aligning with classic patent medicine promotion.
A newspaper ad requests readers write to Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York to obtain information and a booklet about kidney and bladder health. It promotes one dollar size bottles and notes availability at all drugstands, urging proof of benefits.
Secretary of War Garrison argues nations resemble individuals in defense, warning that insults or threats can escalate. He notes the risk of war dawn if a country fails to deter aggression, and insists the army must be ready despite uncertainties in threats to national interests.
Reports sent to Washington do not align with Madrid statements. Officials from Lisbon announce similar stances, while tensions linger over international finance and security. The Vartanese minister expresses belief in forthcoming distributions amid quiet restored after recent ramifications.
Advertisement promotes Paley Catlartie Tablets from O.P. Barber & Son as a remedy for lethargy and sluggish bowels. Claims to cleanse and restore health, aiding those with tired feelings and low energy. Shaped as a health product pitch in old period style.
Kodakers and prints completed in one day. Squires' Studio reported involvement by T Fiteh on business in Onaga Kansas yesterday.
Sunday calls report neighbors visiting and home improvements. Clarence Sheets shows farm house progress and readiness for occupancy. Jim Jones builds a new hay barn with Grand mama Strong receiving care. Kirk Strong plans a four room modern home by June. May Knope returns from hospital improved, Albert Knope buys a new Overland five passenger car. Mrs Joshua Clevenger visits, Ed Seeting family spends afternoon in town. Ladies Aid of Rena hosted a social with ice cream cake and business session. Several locals noted outings, car sales, and visits including Mrs Tremphil Joe Ate Auntie Kirk Strong family Mrs Joshna Clevenger and others. Reverend Kruger and son visited Topeka. Deloaff Brothers grade rows with air pull engine.
The Christian Herald argues a clear link between drunkenness and murder, noting many cases where killings occur under alcohol influence. It claims alcohol impairs judgment, making victims of innocent family members and others, and asserts this connection is undeniable and persistent.
In Neosho Missouri a town of about three thousand, merchants formed an educational committee of the Local Advertising Club to boost Saturday trade. They adopted a coordinated half price ad plan and strict censorship of copy, producing a 50 percent per month sales rise. Farmers came forty miles to shop, and town boosters report a lasting cooperative spirit among merchants.
Real estate transfers list includes TMorvee Woolard wife of Johnson County to Zimmerman for cash. Stephen Woolard to Hornes Woodard Sod0di Lane as Nest Warranty Deed. Harry Digk and wife to Keith with $500,000 consideration.
An aged classified snippet advertises cleanup offers at mill prices with wall paper at three cents per pall. It lists REG KING with Bell Phone 527 and a street address 718 Mass Street, suggesting a local hardware or home goods dealer promoting discounts during a cleanup day event.
Classified notice from the Lawrence Daily Journal-World dated May 15, 1915, invites bids for concrete paving and sewer work including 400 and 1070 square yards of six inch paving, sewer depths on Fifth Street, multiple manholes, wyes, and lamp holes. Contracts detail pipe sizes, depth, and trench work for streets including Ohio, Iron, and Prospect areas.
Fragmentary notice from ED. BROOKS city clerk describing plans and profiles for a water pipe project. Mentions basis 1200 Ancert and detections or possible let of work as advantageous to the City. reads as a bid or contract outline with municipal procurement language.
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