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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 11, 1908
Page
3
A 1908 sermon fragment by William H Ridgway discusses seeking divine guidance before action. It uses David the king as a model of prudent decision making and assembling a loyal team. The text blends biblical lessons with contemporary exhortations on character, leadership, and living closely with God.
Mrs E R Pierson of Auburn Centre Pa touts Dr King s New Discovery as a remedy that heals where others fail claiming it cured her long standing threat and lung trouble and favors continued use. Barber Son s drug store sells 50c and 1 00 bottles with a trial bottle free. Also notes color weather favors corn growth and Alfred Lawrence Studio 734 Mass St resumes regular work offering developing finishing portraits and exterior views.
Two years ago the Journal predicted Lawrence would reach 15 000 within five years and 20 000 within ten. The population has surged with suburbs absorbed, and rapid city and university growth shows no end. Natural gas is praised as the key luxury fueling home growth, health, and prosperity.
Abbie Blevins extends heartfelt thanks to loyal friends for support in the Journal Piano Contest. She notes gratitude to the Journal and staff for kind treatment. Regrets about not affording a new suit due to not receiving a sewing machine. sends warm regards to all.
A reader warns that fifteen years may see all elms vanish in Douglas County due to an elm bark beetle outbreak. He urges a systematic salvage and treatment plan, noting the elm’s value as premier street trees and calling for action to stop further destruction.
City council plans a decisive evening as it weighs approval of the Laming interurban electric line franchise on Delaware street. If the ordinance is shaped as committees propose, passage is expected, though protections for the city remain in question and further work may be needed.
A fragmented article discusses fat reduction concepts and poses questions about safe methods. It references dieting, social norms, and the idea of using medical or dietary guidance to alter body fat. The text is garbled but centers on fat reduction and diet.
Mr A A Felton of Harrisville says New Life Pills are just exactly right after years of use. They relieve without discomfort and are best for constipation biliousness and malaria. 25 cents at Barber Son's drug store. The ad notes only minor caveats about diminishing returns with long use.
An old man health advisory cites kidney and bladder disorders in men over sixty, urging early treatment with Foley's Kidney Cure. Testimony from Rodney Burnett of Rock Port Missouri claims two bottles improved his enlarged prostate and kidney trouble at age 91. Barber & Son promote Kodol as aiding digestion.
Notice is hereby given that on the eighth day of September 1908 the Probate Court of Douglas County Kansas appointed and qualified F I Smithmeyer as executor of the estate of Anus Bie hus h in Douglas County. All parties interested are notified to govern themselves accordingly.
Sealed bids will be received at the city clerk office until 5 p m September 5 1908 for brick stone or cement sidewalks for the year ending July 31 1900 on walks ordered constructed. City council may reject any bids. D Brooks City Clerk. An advertisement section follows with a skin itch remedy and a quip about wills.
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