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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 30, 1910
Page
2
This fragment from a 1807 era publication discusses Lawrence Kansas affairs, local presses, an Obit like note on Professor E Miller, road investment calls, political opinions, and community concerns about schools, temperance, and local commerce. It notes the Chanute Tribune sale and mentions Taft and Johnson politics.
A column argues for focusing on production and farming, noting Collier's influence on Roosevelt, praising intensive, sane methods to boost yields in corn potatoes and wheat, and contrasting Alaska’s McLeod from Dawson to Mount McKinley with a quiet portrait of Alaska’s frontier life.
A set of Kansas newspapers recounts only three legal hangings in the state. They cite Linn Osage and Leavenworth counties, with two more noted in Douglas county jail records at Lawrence. The piece notes a non legal hanging on the Lawrence bridge and remarks on local historians from Leavenworth and Lawrence. It also includes a testimonial about Foley Kidney Pills from O. P Bar Ber & Son and a miscellany of quotes and odd snippets.
An Irish private at a fort assault climbs a ladder as a young officer leads. A round shot kills the subaltern at the top. Pat saves others by guarding the ladder and taunts for the Victoria Cross. A senator and colleague argue over coercion and conscience in a separate exchange.
Sixteen weeks of stomach trouble halted a boy from attending school until Root Juice was taken. Local farmer Frank Highland reports relief and plans for more bottles. W. A. Gutelins cites multiple residents including Wiley Messie and William Jones praising the remedy's health benefits.
Elmer Li son shot and killed May Ringson in her home this morning and seriously wounded Policeman Lorenz who tried to arrest him. He barricaded himself in a room and held police and sheriff forces at bay for hours before surrendering. Also includes an ad for ZEMO skin remedy and a banking crime verdict in Leavenworth with Doan's testimonial.
An old advertisement promotes Dr Leonhardt’s Hem-Roid as a internal tablet remedy for piles with 2 percent failure, money back guarantee, avoiding surgery and salves. Sold by Dick Bros Lawrence Kansas and Dr Leonhardt Co Buffalo New York. Includes offer to write for a booklet.
A chaotic mix of sensational claims and testimonials for tonics and cures. It promotes King’s New Discovery for coughs and croup, Dean’s Ointment for itching and burns, Electric Bitters for female troubles, and Dr King’s Life Pills for liver and bowel issues. Various names and outlets appear, with dramatic quips about lions and luck.
Public notice invites bids for brick paving, concrete and pipe sewers on Alabama and Pinekney streets, lateral and storm sewers, with specific lengths and requires certified checks. Bids due June 6 1910. plans and specs at City Clerk's Office. City reserves right to reject any or all bids.
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