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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1916
Page
2
A sprawling clipping touches on banking commerce in Kansas, political campaigning ahead of elections, and world events. It mentions Merchants National Bank, newspaper notices, and a range of topics from currency changes to royal assassinations and weather forecasting history.
The article reports Villa's demand for the rapid removal of U S troops from Mexican territory and questions President Wilson's policy and actions in Mexico. It notes tension over Wilson's "get Villa" mission and raises political points about trainmen and the debt linked to the Asun sen bill.
A reader notes that some fans treat betting as loyalty and profits from teams, arguing this damages sport. The piece critiques young reporters and the idea that betting grants deeper team insight, calling it the poorest form of loyalty.
A historical note details McDevitt a Democratic-leaning candidate who campaigned by distributing opponent flyers in bulk and touring saloons. His tactic of visiting bars to pass out cards drew miner opposition and ultimately swung votes against his rival. The piece critiques the method and its impact on local politics.
An unclear note indicates Villa is aware but the administration is preoccupied with a separate issue, raising questions about priorities and focus within the Eudora News context.
A garbled wartime style column mixes political bias with satire. It mocks Democrats and praises Republicans, mentions Victor Murdock and Wilson, and describes a Kansas wheat crop update with weather impacts. The piece includes a quirky sales pitch from a Rainbows Company agent and general editorial chatter.
An ad touts Cascarets as a nightly laxative to cleanse the liver stomach and bowels. It claims to cure headaches coated tongues biliousness nervousness and general stomach troubles by morning with a single tablet and urges readers to choose a box from their druggist for a healthy bowels and cheerfulness.
An anonymous medical note states that the patient will regain use of his faculties gradually, with full recovery likely after about a year. Dr. Grouch later informs of a Carnegie award connected to the case.
A Clay Center businessperson recounts an incident near a road where strangers in an automobile stopped a young woman walking by. She refused a ride citing safety, and the rider’s caution mirrors a broader warning: never ride with strangers, even if the riders appear respectable. The piece urges young women to avoid entering vehicles with unknown men to prevent trouble.
The article critiques farm life for attracting youth away from towns, blaming dullness on parental influence and urging better home environments, recreation time, reading, and literature. It argues to teach work ethic, proper farming skills, and economic understanding through hands on tasks and stock ownership, dubbing farm life as best when managed well.
An old advertisement touts a backache remedy claiming instant relief from lumbago and stiffness. It urges readers to try a small trial bottle of a traditional oil, asserting rapid, safe soothing effects after a single use and a long history of recommendation.
A Baltimore doctor’s prescription resinol ointment and resinol soap are praised as reliable remedies for ringworm and itching soothes baby skin. The ad claims quick relief with minimal cost and broad pharmacist availability.
Speech by Thay M Pope president of the Association of Shite Farmers warns tariffs under the Underwood plan will harm farmers by raising production costs and lowering crop prices. He argues protections favor capital and hurt rural producers while appealing for revised terms in Congress.
The piece notes farmers urge repeal of the Adamson Act amid political infighting. It mentions Republican cohesion could bring a district commissioner for the first time in twelve years and references local families including Clyde Puckett and Gladys, with Gladys undergoing surgery for enlarged tonsils in Lawrence.
Advertisement claims Pape's Cold Compound relieves nasal congestion headache feverishness sore throat and other grippe symptoms. It asserts rapid air passage relief after taking doses and costs 25 cents at any drug store with no substitutes.
In Lawrence today A L Williams shot a large hawk four feet wingspan after it carried away a neighbor's chicken. Mrs Will Gorrill and Frank Marshall visit Lawrence while Herbert and Mildred Marshall stay at Hammond home. EL Daniels hauled a Toad to Lawrence. Mr and Mrs Frank Marshall are Lawrence residents.
Thousands seek cure for stomach trouble by using Dr Edwards Olive Tablets to stimulate the liver and bowels. The vegetable compound with olive oil acts without griping and relieves bad taste mouth coating and listless feel. Available 0c and 25c per box from all druggists.
A bold local candidate from the 3rd district names a unique emu as emblem in a bid for County Commissioner. The party stresses strong leadership from the county’s top officials amid a chaotic political climate.
The article lauds Susi Huchheim of Kanwaka township as a tireless Republican, noting his business success and capability to manage county affairs. The piece highlights the third district as a competitive political arena and endorses his qualities for leadership.
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