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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 21, 1905
Page
3
An old advertisement claims Original LITTLE LIVER PILLS by a physician over 40 years old offer relief for derangements and bowels, promising four percent stamps and a mailing offer. It lists M. Hessee at 4s Male Street, Buffalo.
A Farm Journal correspondent proposes a novel use for cars by integrating sheep shearing with runabout motors. The concept suggests powering two clipper heads from a stationary engine to shear sheep while the vehicle remains in place, combining mobility with agricultural labor.
A rugged belt driven shearer uses a motor flywheel to operate knives, letting one or two men shear many sheep quickly. Bring a spare set of knives and sharpener, plus a copper head for horses. The device can also power washing or wood cutting at a farm.
The writing argues that a lean hog may be mistaken for a fat hog, noting that a well fed and properly grown hog can be slim and smooth, with strong feet and good vigor. It emphasizes individual variation within hog types and questions demand for fat hog profiles.
A fragment from a rural guide discusses feeding strategies for cattle and horses, warning against improper experiments and praising proven regimens. It notes that heifers calving at seven months can reach high gains, compares Jerseys and other stock, and predicts tighter feed needs next winter amid plentiful oats and hay.
A fragmented ad style notice touts King's New Life Pills and Faley's Honey and Tar as cures for digestive and respiratory ailments. It includes testimonials from A J Nusbaum Batesville and mentions drugstores Barber & Son's. Also calls for men with big head wages at Griesa doors area.
The blanks filled out for society records will be printed next week. Several members have not returned their forms yet and must do so immediately to have their family entries included. Submit blanks to secretary Paul Learnard without delay.
OCR snippet describes white blood cells and phagocytes amid a chaotic, garbled discussion of cellular activity. It mentions neutal tissues and immune processes, but the text is heavily corrupted with nonsensical wording and missing context.
A fragmented Hastings era page notes careless dress on the street with women wearing misbuttoned garments and visible fasteners. It also recounts a muskrat trapped by a sardine can in the Susquehanna near Milton and includes health ads for King’s New Discovery and Electric Bitters with local merchants Barber & Son selling them.
Lawrence citizens endorse Doan's Kidney Pills as a remedy for backache and kidney troubles. Will Spurgeon, a liveryman at 820 Vermon Street, Lawrence Kan, reports relief after one box purchased at Dick Bros. drug store. Fontver Milburn Co. Buffalo NY distributes in the United States urging readers to “Remember the same, Doan's, and take no other.”
The text outlines a policy denying civilian doctors access to certain medical roles or examinations. It describes requirements for examiners, equipment, and eligibility criteria, noting restrictions on civilian physicians and the need for sworn, trained personnel. It references government oversight and potential consequences for noncompliance.
A traveling man recalls a farmer with five teams and fifty four horses, naming many after Bible figures. Some mares, then shift to Shakespeare for colts, while neighbors joke about Moses paired with King Lear and Nebuchadnezzar for shots, illustrating a curious mix of biblical and literary names.
A man told reporters he traveled 140 miles to a cemetery to honor a debt of revenge. He recounted being robbed by a merchant who refused mercy and laughed at him. After learning of the man's death he walked onto the grave and danced twelve steps, claiming relief from his pledge.
A municipal ordinance grants Lawrence Electric Light Co and successors a twenty year right to lay operate and maintain electric light heat and power facilities in the city of Lawrence within streets bridges parks and public grounds. The company may install poles wires pipes and appurtenances and must obtain mayoral approval with city indemnification of up to five thousand dollars for work performed. Fines or short jail terms apply for molesting or damaging city power infrastructure.
The document outlines payment timing for six months, sworn city reports, and inspection rights by the mayor for Lawrence Electric Light Co. It restricts transfers without written notice to the city clerk, preserves the franchise, and binds successors to terms for supplying electric light, heat, and power in Lawrence. The text also references police notice and regulatory details related to the city franchise.
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