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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 22, 1911
Page
4
A scanned Lawrence Kansas newspaper announces subscription rates by carrier and mail, with office contact details. The page includes editor and press staff, postal classification, and historical scans of political commentary on Rhode Island, Mexico, farming, education, and public affairs.
An old advertisement extols Swamp-Root as a kidney remedy to cure bladder and urinary issues. It claims kidney derangements cause many health problems and promises quick improvement with Dr Kilmer and Co. Gingharton message and a free book offer.
The piece critiques educational aims and economic questions in the modern era. It discusses idealism, anticipated reforms, and the role of schools in the twentieth century. The author references Avigana and Conwell and notes impending practical experiments in education and horticulture.
An advertisement claims Chamber Saints Stomach and Liver Tablets cure indigestion and stomach disorders. The copy urges readers to try the remedy and notes it is for sale by all dealers.
Washington, May 22. Congress held a rare Saturday session to push work on statehood measures for Arizona and New Mexico. The session marked the first Saturday gathering in weeks as lawmakers attempted to advance the long debated plans amid expectations for a swift finish.
Salt rinse for eczema cured by Nood's Sarsaylacilla and claims of curing blood diseases. Moonless night remarked with a humorous line about lovers. Greensburg Kentucky doctor says Chamberlain's Cough Remedy is excellent for town households. For sale by all dealers.
An advertisement extols S S S as a natural blood purifier that reaches impurities in the blood to heal old sores. It claims external applications fail, while the tonic purges morbid matter, builds new tissue, and offers a permanent cure. The Swift Specific Co of Atlanta promotes free medical advice and drugstore sales.
Democratic leaders in the House issued an ultimatum on May 22, stating there must be a vote on Canadian reciprocity and the farmers' relief bill at this session. If terms are met, the House would recess from July 7 to October 1. otherwise the Senate would stay in continuous session through July.
May 20 Nogsles Sonora Provisional Governor Bonilla envoy from Madero arrived to notify the revolutionists that an armistice has been proclaimed and that he will proceed to Hermosillo to relay the news.
A damaged reminiscence of Lawrence area residents describes kidney complaints and back pain. It claims a remedy product by Faster Panac Co promises relief and improved work ability. It mentions a seller in New York and a local contact, with personal testimonials of pain reduction and regained mobility.
The score and a clash over schedule disrupted a proposed game with the Collegians. Detroit Pirates offers and gate issues prevented a meeting, while Ottawa University speaker delivered a sermon on The Habit of Democracy at a Baptiste hall.
Ottawa May 24 note that Wells-Args takes over the express system, merging with the Ottawa line and extending service to Abaski Yukon and Seattle. The move consolidates routes across the United States and Canada, with distant points to be reached by contract firms.
Merchants fell victim to a clever swindler who used forged money orders to drain funds. Orders drawn in Wielata and Wielrifa were cashed at Greenfield and Joplin stores before returning protests. Authorities say the suspect, who has prior prison time, operated from an Arkansas base and is believed linked to carders in multiple towns.
A May 22 report from Wichita describes officers discovering a hidden cave site beneath a residence at 47 North Wabash and a warehouse-like chamber stocked with whiskey. It notes repeated arrests of Jones for operating a joint and mentions nearby activity at 137 Wabash Avenue.
W H Rice promotes deep plowing as key to moisture retention and a superior corn stand. He reports 120 acres planted this spring with blades about one inch high and four leaves, while neighbors with shallow plowing struggle to match the stand.
A historic ad touts Chamberlain's Tablets as a rational cure for indigestion. It claims the medicine improves bile flow, purifies blood, strengthens the stomach, and restores natural digestion, with sales through all dealers.
Santa Fe plans added summer accommodations on a large fleet route through Lawrence to Colorado Springs. New equipment includes twelve drawing-room sleepers and electric-lighted cars between Chicago and La Junta with No 8 stopping at Ta Junta and No 1 through Kansas routes.
The season brings heavy rain that helps crops while delays fade. Farmers report timely showers boosting field work and wheat yields this spring, with many praising the wet spell as the right timing for planting and growth.
The new Bell Telephone exchange building at Second and Walker Streets will accept calls tonight marking the start of operations. Construction began last September with switchboard installation and line connections completing in recent weeks for the expanded communications hub.
In Ottawa on May 22 plans for a new science hall valued at $50 000 were prepared for Ottawa University by President Price and the trustees. The board will review the plans at a meeting to learn the board's opinion. No architect is named yet. plans were ordered per some board specifications.
The June Womans Home Companion highlights Fourth of July celebrations reports from last year, practical entertaining ideas, wedding etiquette, infant mortality, and a vacation piece. It includes notable fiction by Elizabeth Stuart Phelps and contributions from Manon Thi C N and A M Williamson among others.
A Kansas preacher Ewing Herbert highlights sketches from real life. One tale follows a clerk who climbs financially then lowers his wage to seek independence, and a farmer Flanagan who expands from modest earnings to a meat business. The piece blends humor and moral reflections on ambition and prudence.
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