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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 09, 1908
Page
2
A scanned Lawrence Kansas page discusses The Journal newspaper history, ownership, and operations. It notes publication details, pricing, and distribution, alongside miscellaneous city news, editorials, and social commentary. It references figures like Senator Aldrich, mentions Bryan and local papers such as Lindsborg News, with quirky quotes about capital punishment and journalism.
The Ottawa University student body voted at 12 30 p m on November 3 to adopt a constitution creating the Student Council. The vote was unanimous after two hours of debate. officers were appointed and bylaws ratified. The move marks a new era in student governance and echoes similar reforms at major universities.
An old advertorial fragment touts Pape's Diapepsin as a cure for dyspepsia and sour stomach, claiming five minutes to relief. It stacks ailments from indigestion to biliousness and urges readers to buy at their pharmacy for instant digestion aid. It interweaves political nods and moral musings with the medical pitch.
The text notes football games in the east likely to be played the Saturday before Thanksgiving. It compares holiday observances, praises loyal dogs, criticizes dishonorable acts, and disparages political figures while acknowledging defeat of notable rivals.
A mosaic of old tonic and salve ads tout stomach cures and tonics. Kodol and Laxative Bromo Quinine highlight quick relief, with Prosene Compound and Cinehona cited for digestion. DeWitt's Witch Hazel Salve sold by Barber & Son. Lawrence Treusfer Co advertises packing and storage services.
A columnist pokes fun at city dog owners who insist on traveling with pets. A railroad worker recalls the fuss and complaints when dogs ride in trains, noting nervous passengers and policy about checking animals. Also mentions refreshments at Wey skating rink and a testimonial praising Electric Bitters for digestion and liver trouble.
A collage of small advertisements and notices from Basen tg Ba and Elm Street areas. It features Wolf & Menzel Weat End Bakery, Lawrence Transfer Co packers, University Meat Market, Eliot Johns and Anto Hack Livery, Francisco & Todd, Sunflower Shoes, Lawrence Pantatorium, W C Brown, Mrs Prentiss Home Store, and cider prices. The snippet mixes shop promos, services, and odd quotes with contact hints and partial street addresses.
Seven years of proof claim Dr King s New Discovery as best cough and cold remedy. Barber & Son sell it with a guarantee. trial bottle free. Also notes on Hall s Catarrh Cure and Foley s Kidney Cure with testimonials. Local ads for Kodol digestion and DeWitt s Little Early Risers. Page tape includes various testimonials and product placements.
First published September 15 1908 in Lawrence Kansas notice that executor John George Beal will apply at the next Douglas County Probate Court term on the Sunday of November 1908 for final settlement, executor discharge, and attorney fees. Also advertises Rubber Tires from C G Schulz with new stock and fine workmanship.
Plan to add white light during dark days and stormy evenings. Tungsten lamps paired with Holophane shades offer abundant illumination at a very small expense for electric current.
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