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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1909
Page
2
A 1900 Lawrence Kansas page discusses the duties of a corporate president. It also riffs on Roosevelt and Peary era debates, local politics, river navigation, and scientific claims about Dr. Cook versus Mount McKinley expeditions. It mentions Pat McCargen’s wealth, Dr Crombine, and farmer politics along J J Bill’s route.
A Salina Journal note discusses M A Low praising farming over law, Prof Dyche’s Mount McKinley expedition plans with Dr Cook, and the role of automobiles in reducing isolation for farmers. Doc Crombine denies whisker war rumors while J L Brady faced journal scrutiny and parries to Lawrence.
East side New York comedy act McFadden Flats returns to Bowersock opera house with matinee and night shows on Saturday October 4. Blanche Deyo stars in The Blue Mouse and the run draws large crowds for its humor and catchy tunes. Also notes on pure food law and Ely’s Cream Balm and a local tip about a lumber trust investigation in Wichita.
Endorsement from Mrs. H. M. Winehell of Lawrence Kay praises Dean's Kidney Pills for curing years of back and kidney pains after doctors and remedies failed. The piece also includes various ads and notices about employment exams, medicines, and public concerns, reflecting a 1930s small-town paper style with multiple brief notices and medical remedies.
The county treasurer will begin the inkings of taxes on Monday. The 109 taxes become due on November 1 and payment starts then. Some citizens pay early while many delay. There is more pride in being last than first.
A dated record of multiple real estate transfers in Lawrence from 1893 to 1909. Names include Mary A Harpster, M Morgan, Zacharias Eva th E Phillipps, C B Hosford, Victor Anderson, James L Iv an, George Barkle, Robert Cowan, Sam Gardner, Jobe F Smith, Richard Dewall, Annie Stivlebaker, Evian A Kasulit, John Weber, John Eder, Harry Davis, E B Overton, and Myra Du Vix heirs. Properties reference Baker Street Baldwin and Pinckney Street Lawrence among others with varied dollar amounts and parcel descriptions.
Letters from readers praise Peruna as effective for chronic stomach and bowel catarrh, cough, and general weakness. Testimonials claim relief from internal pain, improved appetite, sleep, and activity after following dosage instructions.
The Sam S. Shubert theatre hosts The Gay Musicians with Julian Edwards in a celebrated operatic program. The production features a chorus and theatrical orchestration praised for its melody and stage presentation. Allen’s Foot-Ease advertised as a comfort for tired feet follows the article.
Classified ad notes McDonald County Missouri farm for sale or exchange with 120 acres heavy timber priced at 3000 and Douglas County 11 acre farm with house outbuildings and orchard priced at 2700. Also listings for 250 farms through McQuary McNeill, plus ducks and household items for sale in Lawrence and No. Lawrence. All items include contact details and farm terms.
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