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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1908
Page
3
A fragmented OCR page shows scattered phrases about ailments, pills, and unnamed persons. The text reads like garbled diary style notes with stray references to diet, care, and remedies, lacking coherent events or clear identities.
The card promotes Dr Shoop's Cough Remedy claiming it cures coughs without opiates or harsh ingredients. It guarantees refunds if Foley's Honey and Tar fails to cure or prevent complications and targets a wide audience including young children.
The Hutchinson News notes trapping muskrats for their fur is widespread in Kansas with pelts worth seven to ten cents each. Local trappers, including a prominent city man, use simple gear and streams to harvest, while profit relies on buyers and market prices. A separate testimonial praises King’s New Discovery for coughs and lung issues, sold by Barber & Sons Drug Store.
Fayette N Y Civil War veteran David Parker who lost a foot at Gettysburg praises Electric Bitters as worth more than five hundred dollars to his health. He had spent much on doctors for stomach trouble before finding cure and now uses the tonic to stay strong, at Barber Son’s drug store.
A fragmented verse fragment describes a field with white blooms and dark green foliage. The narrator notes a summer breeze cooling the scene and exclaims a striking sight, referencing vivid imagery of swine, a Flewar, and a mysterious source.
Christmas observance in Balti public schools is restored after years of religious exercise bans. Proposals suggest shifting views may ease religious restrictions while maintaining public school neutrality. Coffee ads accompany the text, promoting Dr Shoop’s Health Coffee marketed by WW A Guenther.
Bell and Conger have fitted up a complete lunch counter in the Jerry Ewers business at 1019 Mass St Jave. An experienced cook is employed and meals are served to students and merchants in the 800 900 and 1000 blocks. The place is clean neat and appetizing. Try there.
The Rev Charles M Sheldon argues liquor traffic should end as slavery did in time. He cites England's liquor powers and social elite backing, says abstinence grows among middle and lower classes while upper-class drinking rises among women. Topeka Capital reports his four month inspection of Britain.
A Baltimore speech by Kern is criticized as reckless for endorsing a theory that presumes guilt without due process. The article argues Bryan would target corporations, undermine rights, raise costs, and push revolutionary measures, likening it to a verdict of guilt and a death sentence for corporate entities.
The piece cites President Roosevelt labeling Bryan's proposed corporate remedies as chimerical and impracticable. It argues such plans would undermine patent and trademark protections and infringe property rights while noting Roosevelt’s critique of Bryan’s anti trust stance as harmful to business.
Fragmentary minutes show Mayer Barker and council members debating street franchise amendments and sidewalk orders. Names like Haze, Kagah Wood Cox, Eitan Ger, Wilde appear among a list of attendees as the council considers reports and possible changes to the street commissioner's plans.
An old prescription promotes a fluid extract compound and syrup as a kidney and rheumatic remedy. It claims to relieve aches and swelling by cleansing the bloodstream and improving kidney function, urging immediate use for elderly sufferers and promising positive results after several days.
A Cincinnati court scene prompts a historic telegram from President McKinley inviting Taft to a larger national role. Taft debates Philippines duty, choosing public service over a comfortable beach, with remarks from Theo. Roosevelt and Secretary Root framing the turning point in his career.
A university official notes the school will avoid political partisanship in speakers while planning for upcoming events. The arrival of General Vey is described as an important moment, with the commencement activity and educator concerns highlighted.
Construction of the new jail advances to the second story as workers race ahead under inspector eyes. Esther M. Clark visits friends in Chicago while George R. Peck’s family enjoys her fame. H. J. Allen’s Saturday night meeting draws interest with registration closing Friday and city clerk offices open nightly. The election nears in two weeks. Bryan and Roosevelt profiles color the political scene while Taft’s record is cited in judging leadership.
The column blends stage notes for The Merry Widow at the Keversock Opera House with medical pitches for Dr. Shoop's Restorative and Ely's Cream Balm. It also contains political commentary on Bryan Taft and brief notices about Dr. King’s New Life Pills and local druggists.
An old classified style notice promotes rubber tires, new stock and fine workmanship from C. G. Schulz, plus cider for sale by J. E. Wells. It advertises Bell phone 8693 and notes Lawrence Transfer Co. for moving or packing services, and a reminder to call telephone number 15.
A collage of shop updates and offers includes Dr. Correothers of osteopathy at 913 Mase St with 9 to 12 and 1 to 4 hours, Lawrence Transfer Co moving, Clifton T. Histt clothing offices shift, Mrs Prentiss at Home Store promoting a compact washing machine, photograph studio at 734 Mass. Bt. reopening, Preventics cold cure tablets recommended for colds and fevers, and various art and craft ads. The page also mentions a China painting studio and miscellaneous wit.
Old newspaper ad recounts cures for baby eczema using wintergreen thymol glycerine. Testimony from Rev. Lewis Steeley of Weatherly Pa. claims rapid relief after D D D Prescription like remedy. Promotes external application and permanency of cure for infant skin sores and itching.
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