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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 26, 1909
Page
2
A 1909 Lawrence Daily Journal page reflects on the paper history from the State Journal to the Lawrence Republic, noting origins, acquisitions, and the city’s press culture. It cites editorials, local figures, and opinions on roads, polar exploration, and public discourse.
A new 800 acre sheep pasture and unloading yard between Osawatomie and Paola Kansas adds electric lights and a water tank to a major livestock operation. The plant, funded at over 370000, includes a 2500 barrel water tank a 20 horsepower generator and a 250 ton hay burn. Major J B Remington presides with Dr Hays as secretary treasurer and Colin C Chestnut as vice president. The Kansas venture aims to supply hay grains locally and boost western markets.
A Lawrence endorsement promotes Doan’s Kidney Pills as relief for back pain and kidney trouble. Mrs. HW M. Winehell of Maple Grove and other Lawrence residents report relief after trying the product, with ads noting the price and availability through Dick Bros. Drug.
A historical ad claims old salves clog pores and do not reach the inner skin. It promotes DLP, D. Prescription, as a skin cure, offering a trial bottle at 25 cents to prove its efficacy and end the itch. The piece cites skin specialists and a Chicago pharmaceutical house to back the remedy.
An old advertisement warns piles cannot be cured by external or surgical means and promotes Dr Leonhardt's Wem-Roid internal tablets as a cure, with a promise of $1 at Dick Bros. Lawrence Kansas and a request for a booklet. Also references to various tonics and a mix of social commentary and humor.
Pioneer observers note walnuts and chestnuts scarce, but walnuts and hickory nuts abound in Kansas timber this fall. Walnuts yield rich meat, sweet acorns and butternut a bit stronger. squirrels thrive on them, while signs point to a harsh winter.
An advertisement heavy with medical claims touts Papes Diuretic and Foley kidney remedies claiming rapid relief from kidney and bladder troubles. It promises painless cures, urges immediate purchase at low cost, and includes testimonials about prostate issues and catarrh cures. It references Chicago Tribune style warnings and offers a 100 dollar reward for catarrh cures.
In this ad style piece the optimist and pessimist contrast over doughnuts fried in lard. It touts Cottolene as a cooking fat that substitutes for lard in all uses, making light rich food digestible for stomachs that shun lard, and promises cheer and brightness to thousands previously eating lard soaked fare.
A garbled OCR style passage presents a distorted biblical or liturgical scene. Names and phrases appear distorted and interwoven with fragmented lines, referencing God, kin, workers, and prayers amid seeming ritual phrases and scattered speaker cues. The overall content is incoherent and lacks a clear narrative.
A garbled dispatch recounts a debate over Dr. Cook and Peary era figures. Witness Barrill allegedly lied or told the truth, as university figures like Bridgeman and Barents testify to contrasting accounts of expeditions to Mount Mekindes and the Arctic meet.
Fragmented OCR from a pharmacy advertisement promotes Rexall Dyspepsia Pills with risky promises and hidden caveats. It asserts no risk and no payment if ineffective while urging use for stomach disorders and related symptoms. The copy is garbled and hard to parse.
A fragmented historical piece surveys Halloween timing and celebrations, noting it on the eve of October’s end and reflecting on beliefs, rituals, and festive customs. It mentions figures tied to Saint and festival lore, with asides about related cultural observances and literary references.
The fragmentary text mentions health concerns and public works in a locality. It references sections of a community, possible plans, infrastructure, and mixed garbled phrases. The readable parts point to a discussion of public health and street or cement work.
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