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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 26, 1910
Page
2
A Kansas newspaper column surveys local business, Sunday opening, and public policy with notes on the sugar trust, the President, and road-building in western Kansas. It includes quips about press folding, mail and telephone mergers, and a memory of Lem King. The piece reflects early 20th century civic concerns and regional commentary.
A fiery column accuses Joe Cannon of traitorous conduct amid political strife with Aldrich and Taft supporters. It cites discontent among Republican voters and calls for resignations if decency fails. The piece also recalls a grandmother’s letter about Halley’s comet and praises Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur hair product, advertised by 0. P. Barber & Son.
Kansas City hosts the eleventh annual Katapusan of the Twentieth Kansas regiment the third annual United Spanish War Veterans encampment for Kansas and the second annual Military Order of the Serpent assembly June 20 to 22 1910. Missouri veterans meet in Kansas City Mo to join the events. Roosevelt may attend as guest of honor. O. P. Barber & Son promotes ZEMO for eczema pimples and dandruff noting its safe vegetable formula and home treatment guidance. Harry Dick elected vice president of the State Druggists Association at Salina amid a strong turnout.
A fragment notes that lazy liver and sluggish bowels cause despondency and that Dr King’s New Life Pills provide a remedy. The brief hints at improved energy and mood from the medicine. The passage emphasizes swift action and tangible health benefits without details.
The Kansas attorney general filed in Wyandotte county district court to revoke the Bonner Port land Cement company's charter. W H L Caffrey organized the plant, now run by Henry McGrew as federal bankruptcy receiver. The suit alleges stock gifts to Caffrey secured control, with property value under 200000 while preferred stock is 670,000 and common stock 1068,100. Dr. Thomas Eclectic Oil is advertised for various pains.
Mr. Carl Trefz reports the Budora district has 244 school age children, with 93 white girls 20 colored girls 109 white boys and 22 colored boys, up by one from last year’s 243. Eudora News notes the year’s gain. Foley Kidney Pills advertise urinary health remedies. P. Barber & Son
The Eurora mayor announces plans to keep cemetery lots clean this summer and asks each lot owner to contribute one dollar. He notes small towns neglect graves, with grass and weeds growing over plots, and urges the community to beautify the cemetery.
The Hosford Investment & Mortgage company of Lawrence plans expansion capitalized at 50000 dollars. Incorporators include W. S. Fallis B. Mosford Charles F. Brook Leving Jr A. P. Slulis R. E. Protsale and T. W. Edmonds. The move reflects a broader scope for the firm and its long standing influence in promoting a Greater Lawrence.
The Modern Woodmen and Royal Neighbors will repeat the play The Deacon at Fraternal Aid hall in Clinton on Friday May 27. Local residents are invited to attend the charity performance.
A fragment from a Pittsburgh page describes a savage lion incident with a child and then shifts to multiple era ads. It touts Dr King’s New Discovery for coughs and croup with a Mrs Davis testimonial from North Carolina. Also mentions H Hubbard opening a barber shop at 930 Mass St and local services at Squires Studio and Lawrence Pantatorium offering cleaning and pressing for select clients.
Isaac Cook of Julius A Pratt Post in Kewanee Illinois writes that after long backache kidney and bladder pain the Foley Kidney Pills relieved all symptoms. He reports lasting relief after two months of use and says he recommended them to friends and comrades.
London May 2 Theodore Roosevelt visited Buckingham Palace yesterday at her suggestion. The former president’s wife was said to be present or discussed. Also notes about a Regular Tom Boy named Susie and Baden’s Arnica Salve advertised for scrapes and bruises with 25 cents at O P Barber & Son.
Be loit senior class of four boys, guided by Prof. Gregory of Belvue High School, travels across the state visiting Washburn College at Topeka, Kansas State Agricultural College at Manhattan, and then Kansas City with plans to continue to other points of interest. The trip aims to showcase educational opportunities and student activities.
Young men urged to apply for examinations for railway mail clerk, post office clerk and carrier, customs house and departmental clerks. Government promises life employment with wages from 800 to 1400, short hours, monthly pay, and free scholarships. Free information and scholarships this month from Central Schools Dept T 68 Rochester NY.
William Black of Bablwin says ground remains wet to cultivate with March planting ahead. A warm 2159 day brings corn to good condition and wheat ahead of expectations in his area. Many farmers still waiting on fields as moisture persists.
What Everybody Wants urges good health hinges on healthy kidneys. Foley's Kidney Remedy is recommended at first signs such as back pain, headaches, nervousness, and exhaustion to prevent serious illness. It claims to rebuild worn tissues and restore normal kidney function from O. P. Barber and Son.
Advertisement praises Foley's Honey and Tar as maintaining high standards and curative qualities without cost increases. It claims effectiveness for coughs colds croup whooping cough and throat chest and lung ailments. Mentions genuine product in a yellow package and brand name Berber.
An unsolicited health claim promotes Burdock Blood Bitters as a cleansing blood tonic that clears eruptions pimples rashes and other skin issues. The ad asserts the product makes the user clear-eyed clear-brained and clear-skinned.
City examinations for Lawrence School positions set for May 21 and 28 1910 covering reading spelling geography history anatomy drawing and more. Executors and administrators in Douglas County Kansas announce final settlements and fees for estates of Martha A Good and J M Jones with court dates in June 1910. Proposals invited for paving and sewer work in Lawrence with detailed specs and bid security.
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