The Journal at Lawrence Kansas 1908 Ad and editorial note
A fragment from The Journal Lawrence Kansas October 30 1908 details the paper’s history and reach explaining it as the oldest paper in the territory tributary to Lawrence. It notes daily and weekly editions and its exclusive Associated Press dispatches and circulation reach. The piece also mentions political endorsements and local civic prompts urging support for the Republican ticket.
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The
JOURN
Lawrence Republican
State Journal
Herald of Freedom
Lawrence Tribune
Eingy. Die
Lawrence
Associated
Journal
Kansas
the Journal
Greek merchant with Athens education seeks U S fortunes in Kansas
University notes describe a Greek merchant who studied in Athens for years then moved to Lawrence Kansas seeking better earnings. He recounts bribery linked theft of an invaluable vellum New Testament from Greek monasteries and mentions a marble bridge near Sparta. Regents plan a Friday meeting while local clubs elect officers.
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Athens
U. S
Lawrence
Kans
Heros
Greece
British Museum
Sparta
Christ
Dnl
Millerse
Walter
J. L. Bart
Glee Ela
Wenors
Messrs" Hesser
Stulingsworth
Harte
Cowley
Kolman
Cooper
Douglas
Perkins
Euu
Forde
Power
Harlan
A Lovely Complexion Pillared by Home Toilet Mix
A Chicago Record Herald inspired simple home toilet preparation promising a rosy, velvety complexion without powder or rouge. The recipe uses Rose Water, Cologne Spirits, and Eppotene with hot water, claiming long lasting cosmetic results at low cost and suitability for all skins. The ad also touts Dr King’s New Discovery for colds and a local testimonial of a cure.
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Chicago Record-Herald
Republic
United States
The State Ticket And Campaign Debates In July Issue
The piece signals a strong Republican victory expectation with chairman Dolley predicting a state majority around thirty thousand and national gains near sixty thousand, plus Stubba worth forty thousand to spare. It blends political commentary with ads and notes on medicines, local notices, and a push to vote for Taft over Bryan while criticizing talkers and urging prudent voting.
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Dolley
Stubba
Voters Fear Wave of Regret Before Election
A wary forecast notes supporters older and younger alike may regret supporting candidates as the election approaches. The piece questions promised turnout from thousands of Hiars and hints at voters rethinking due to current campaigning.
Gift of Advertising in Lawrence Business Scene
Advertising has shifted from a luxury to a vital business gift. From humble salesmen to leading merchants, all strive to advertise to reach the public. Firms in Lawrence that advertise the most are the most successful, and the coming year will favor those who use newspaper columns most.
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Lawrence
South
Hanna
St. North Lawrence
Energy 10 cents buys more than meat in breakfast study
The study from Bowersock Mill in Lawrence Kansas compares energy value of Zephyr flour to meat. It claims one pound of Zephyr yields as much energy as two pounds of meat costing a quarter to forty cents per pound, suggesting breakfast fuels far more efficiently than steak. Also included is an obituary for Mr George Mena detailing early life in Ireland and migration to Australia and the United States.
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Bowersock Mill & Power Company
Lawrence
Kansas
Geo. Mena
Grangee
County Down
Ireland
Ladie
Seho
Adways
Australia
New Zealand
Hier -Aheunt Sen
Lie
Ly College
Tie Hlore
I Uers
Fowler
Bishop Fowler
Mena
Eliza Moore
Mesa
Emily Mena
J. H. Sutton
Kennedy
Newtownards
Chicago
Oman
Steele
Law
St. Lawrence, Kan
Wee Norman N. Brown, Jr
Clara E. Brown
Nortoun
North Lawrence
Douglas County
Local bargains and services across town
Local ads offer pickles at low prices, lighting improvements, a new lunch counter, a tailor, and various services. Schulz the tailor promises quality light and fixtures, while Bell & Conger run a new lunch counter after purchasing Jerry Ewers business. Gypsum targets include clothing, oxy services, and farm equipment.
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Bell & Conger
Jerry Ewers
Mass
Garah E. Carrothers
Inneh
Sorodes Osteopathy
T. Sul. Offics
Treatments for Rheumatism Claim Blood Disease Cure
An old article argues most rheumatism treatments are experimental and the disease is bloodborne. It endorses Dr Williams Pink Pills as curing rheumatism through the blood, warns external liniments offer only temporary relief, and promotes purchasing through druggists or by mail from the Williams Medicine Co. Albany, NY.
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Pr. Williams
Br. Williams Medicine Co
Local Shop Ad Seeks Students and Teachers
An ad listing Eliot and Johns at 1023 Mass St invites customers to visit for inexpensive grade 1 goods. It promotes rubber tires, new stock, and quality workmanship. Miss Lena Badley offers china painting and watercolor classes at the Peoples State Bank building.
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Eliot & Johns
Mass
St. Beth
C. G. Schulz
Lena Badley
Peoples State Bank Building
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Ely
Cts- Ely Brothers
Warren Street
New York
Lawrence Daily Journal
Associated Press
the Lawrence Journal Company
Brady
Garnet Papers
Tday
Stubbs
Indiana
Kansas University
Mr. Taft
Senate
University Notes
Lot
E. W. Grove
Ada L. Croom
Croom Hotel
Vaughn
Miss
Taft
Bryan
Adas
L. M
Empire
A. Floyd
Barber & Son
Foley
Barber & So
Thomas
Parker
Olson Bros
Bell
Gift OF Advertising
Gastoria
Bears
Fac
PC Ecan
Castoria
Vy O. P. Barber & Son
Francisco & Todd
Vermont Street
Dean
Schulz
L. F. Conklin
Turkish Baths
Edison
Straf
D. Eton
Clark & Porter
Ha Dal
Bebulx
Mesa St - Ce
Sims Eaow
Bony’ Et the
Ses
G. H. Smith
Bell Phone
B. B
H. V Stunz
Celeste
Lawrence House
Hugh Bla!ip
the Hustler
Bridge Street
Dunaki
Hustler
T. Sinclair
Mass. Street
Robert Wagner
American Air Crean-ing Company
Fort Scott
J.T. Lane
Tu Mass
New York St
Conn
Flave
Indiana St
Hugh Means
W. L. Lutz
Tonganoxie
F. A. Bailey
Cood
Hartess
Ind. St
M. C. Bethel
W. B. Pine
Adaline Dowler
Lawrence, Kans
J. FE. Venard
G. Bowers
Atreet
Geo, Snyder, B.D
Pinckney
Arkansas
R. J. St. Bell
A. L. Harris
New Hampshire St. Bell Phone
Paul A. Dinsmoor
Journal Office
Remington Typewriter
Lawrence Business College
Schulz Ritner
West Henry
Simon White
Kansas City Star and Times
Smith’s News Depot
C. G. Hawk
East Winthrop Street
Lawrence, Mans
District Court
Hugh Blair
W. B. Brownell
Plaintiff
University Mest
Fred W. Fein
Jackson Block
Byron Jones
Edison Triumph
Chris Hunsinger
New York and
Quincey Streets
C. D. Pickens
New York ‘Street
University
Ohio Street
Alfred Lawrence
Mass. St
Mr. Lawrence
W. L. Douglas
Abe Wolfson's
Foxrox
Vermont
Ball
Obie Street
Newby
Main 10
Compound Bell Phone
Uae
J Times
Smesat You
Overland Limited
K. GC
K. C
Salina
Pacific Coast
T. City
Leavenworth
Suni
Wa Ub
Optician
Hesters
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