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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 10, 1919
Page
3
An advertisement denounces a laxative tonic claiming to cure headaches bad breath dizziness and insomnia by cleansing the stomach liver and bowels and removing sour undigested food and waste matter with a harsh sales pitch and vivid claims.
Fragmentary lines reference Law and Order themes and unnamed authors. The text mentions Te energies, origins of order, and a vague comparison of Docenes to gold across countries. Overall the passage is cryptic and lacks a coherent event or names of people or places.
A curious test asserts that any stone described as sapphire or arabs is a diamond. The note challenges readers to distinguish gem names and avoid mislabeling precious stones.
E J Tou palik of LaCrosse Wisconsin describes a 26 year battle with chronic bronchitis. After using three quarters of a bottle of Peru-Na his hoarseness vanished and he continues with a second bottle. He says Peru-Na will be in his house henceforth. The ad lists other ailments Peru-Na claims to help and notes availability in tablet or liquid forms.
A Denver city editor faced harassment after distributing mimeographed letters threatening penalties for workers drinking on duty. The scene escalated as colleagues confronted him and a replacement editor arrived soon after, ending with the staff’s shift toward prohibition-era sobriety.
The Federal Trade Commission ruled that when parts of old films are exhibited under new names they must be clearly marked and advertised as such. The notice appears in a context referencing Camat Shaw Old Films and a Woods Ice promotion.
Captain Alexander R. Skinker of the 138th Infantry earned a Medal for conspicuous gallantry during a critical stand at Cheppy France on September 1918. He led a dangerous charge against machine guns on the Hindenburg line, was fatally wounded while raking the guns, and continued until his death. His widow resides at 640 Elmond Avenue St. Louis, Missouri.
The Pall Mall Gazette notes Ostend resumes normal life as the famous casino reopens after nearly five years of conflict. Destruction last winter left rooms stripped of furniture and valuables, with mirrors, tapestries, and copper fixtures taken, but repairs restore the scene with only some items temporarily replaced by imitations.
John L. McNabb cites a San Francisco Chronicle item recounting a tale about Toas a district attorney candidate. The story describes friends sending documents and testimonials to impress the President while Taft recalls meeting the man and praising a memory strong enough to resemble an ambassador to the heavenly kingdom.
The Rommunian people hold fast to a traditional national costume despite western influence. War relief garments from France and new militant demands threaten to erode these traits as modern fashion intrudes into Masquerade and festive uses.
A massive TH feet diameter container was moved five miles at Portind Gre. It was first relaed 74 feet then landed on rollers. It was moved four city blocks and lowered 25 feet to a dock before being moved onto a surface free. Barges towed three miles for shiplardding gelevaky. Tanks unloaded and raised 260 feet awaiting new foundation across a broad track.
A report notes Robin, despite being sentenced, remains in custody beyond his term and resists returning home. He allegedly joins a construction gang inside the facility and four men work together on prison labor. Authorities offer pay and a freed status, which he steadfastly refuses to accept.
An event page notes a change in the dart tournament setup with tables covered in black cloth instead of green. Details describe a formal gathering and arrangements affecting the venue ambiance and participant focus.
A terse note on how gossip thrives where truth is scarce and how beliefs about an agate stone promise thirst quenching and protection from lightning for a weaver. The passage reflects superstition and the urge to seek meaning amid uncertainty.
A cryptic fragment mentions Teemedfely after midnight and following the ancient Romans. The readable portion discusses safety at sunrise and references Pyidas Leary and Gea Aegan as associated names.
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