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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1913
Page
2
A dubious ad touts S. S. S. as a blood purifier that allegedly soaks through the intestines to the blood, filtering impurities at every organ and easing eruptions and pimples. It claims rapid relief, urges readers to buy locally, and directs questions to Swift Specific Co in Atlanta.
Baldwin News notes the Baker University football team sails for Cameron Missouri to face Missouri Wesleyans on Friday October 3 the squad averages about 175 pounds per man with several line players near 200 pounds and the Indians from Haskell are heralded as a tough early test Baldwin reporters also list local notes including visits and business trips among residents with updates on county projects and road work plans in Willow Sp Township
Fragmentary AP wire item notes market receipts and hogs with scattered figures and misspelled terms. Key entities and specifics are unreadable, hindering precise summary of cattle hogs and butter receipts or dates.
Widespread inundation as the river overflows destroying homes and businesses. Five families are reported buried in ruins while mayor and military aid deliver bread and assist rescue efforts. Rail lines and tunnels damaged as floodwaters threaten the entire town.
An aged advertisement extols the Texas Wonder remedy for kidney and bladder troubles, diabetes, rheumatism, and related ailments. It promises mail order delivery from Dr. El W. Hall of St. Louis for $1 and notes druggist availability plus testimonials, with assorted local clippings mentioning related travel and notices.
An old newspaper ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as a quick cure for indigestion and stomach distress. It claims to ease sour stomach, bloating, nausea, headaches, and heartburn within minutes, urging readers to ask a pharmacist for the formula. The copy presents dramatic confidence and urges immediate use.
A garbled OCR page fragment shows medical remedy claims for kidney and health benefits, followed by scattered notices about local water quality, business listings, and shop advertisements. Names and places are partially legible, with several misspellings and broken phrases throughout the passage.
A garbled police narrative mentions a group of women involved in a fateful event at a store. The text references managers, deputies, and witnesses, with unclear details about a warehouse or street locations and the identities of few people.
A lengthy notice outlines the Lyceum program with a new director and a schedule of talks and events. The piece lists dates in October and mentions concerts, plays, and a gala, highlighting key participants and venues.
The fragmented item mentions Bb Puckett and family at home Friday with Ida Lyons returning for the week end. Details describe Attendees Lessing names and places including Hawrene Business College and several households, with notes on activities and upcoming events as the community looks toward festive times.
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