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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 10, 1908
Page
2
The Lawrence Kansas journal reflects on local affairs and national sentiment in 1908. It discusses Oklahoma politics, commission government proposals, saloon influence in Atchison, and calls for economic prudence. It mentions Topeka and Lawrence high school sports interest and a broad mix of editorial content and advertisements. The piece features names like William and references to local businesses and physicians.
A historic health blurb explains kidneys filter blood nonstop and remove impurities daily. It cites symptoms from poor kidney function and praises Dean's Kidney Pills as effective, with testimonials from individuals and a note on where to buy.
The humane society of the city urges the legislature to pass a law to extirpate old and worn out horses deemed practically worthless. The bill will cover this case and aid animal protection, with several such horses in Lawrence and across the state. Senator Nelson Aldrich of Rhode Island, called the boss, plans not to seek re election at the end of his term in 1911, amid attacks by La Follette and allies. Roosevelt’s actions have weakened Aldrich power by pushing bills without consensus.
An old newspaper notice promotes a home remedy with Fluid Extract Dandelion, Compound Kargun, and Syrup of Sarsaparilla to cleanse kidneys and relieve rheumatism. It claims to aid bladder issues, backache, and urinary discomfort, with testimonials and a final estate settlement notice interwoven amid ads and community notices.
A short clipped note references Castoria for infants and children bearing the signature of Castoria, followed by a chatty line about a Nashville clerk and a playful exchange on a pharmacy or product signoff.
An OCR fragment advertises buggy and horse hardware with value claims from G. H. Smith at 96 Mem, and Dr. G. A. Hamman specializing in ear nose and throat care. Also mentions Glamas fittings and offices over Dick Bros Drag Store with telephones Wiedemann and Pure Tee Cream, plus a stray reference to Michael Kathermap.
An advertisement-like piece touts a skin cure claiming eczema is a skin not blood disease. It markets Auto and Hack Livery promotions, a D. D. Prescription, and a claim of seven years and thirty-eight years of proof for King’s New Discovery and Hall’s Catarrh Cure. It cites testimonials, legalese, and product lines from Barber & Son and others, ending with local business contacts and names.
Fred W. Fein in the Jackson block offers to survey house wiring for electric flight preparations and provide cost estimates during favorable weather.
Mrs Prentiss Home Store offers school and home supplies. Lawrence Pantatorium Tailors Cleaners and Dyers advertises ladies and gents clothing. J B Wells sells sweet cider and fuel. Bell Conger operate a lunch counter on Mass Street. Electric lighting tips tout tungsten lamps for brighter homes.
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