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Newspaper

Lawrence Weekly Journal

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 30, 1886

Page

3

Hood's Sarsaparilla Promises Cure And Fortunes Told

Numerous notices tout Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for biliousness dyspepsia catarrh and general debility. Advertisements claim benefits from citizens nationwide and recount personal trials including rheumatism relief and improved health after use. A mix of testimonials and local notices accompanies a report on a clerk appointment and a Topeka teachers meeting.

Hood C. I Hood & Co Lowell Mass

The Drawing at Fraziers Hall Draws Big Prizes

The jewelry stock draw by J A Hamvouer occurred yesterday in Fraziers hall starting at 1 p m and lasting late. Prizes included a safe a diamond ring a gold watcap plate glass cases and many others with notable winners such as Ed Harding R W Ludington George Babcock and notable participants like I N Vanhoeven Lute Cooper and EK Mull. The committee led by Charley Tucker and others oversaw a rapid process with evenly drawn numbers and fair distribution.

J. A. Hamvouer Frazier’s Potts Ed Harding R. W. Ludington George Babcock I. N. Vanhoeven Lute Cooper EK. C. Mull Dr. Anderson Atala

Perkins offers ready loans on security in Lawrence Kansas

Farmers, attention. Part of the management of four large trust estates devolves on me. I have money on hand at all times more or less money than can be loaned in large or small sums on cat or personal security for long or short time. Very favorable terms. Money ready for delivery at any time. Call and sue me. L. H. Perkins. Office in National Bank Building Lawrence, Kansas.

Banda L. H. Perkins National Bank Lawrence Kansas

Prizes Won at Ranisouer Rally Attract Winners

Yesterday morning crowds vied to claim prizes from the Ranisouer rally. Lawrence residents dominated the winnings with many notable items including a gold chain, a watch, and diamond set pieces. A separate note reports a legal push to force J D Bowersock to install a fishway at the Lawrence dam as mandated by Kansas law, with penalties outlined. An accident near Eudora killed two horses and seriously injured the driver, while a family reunion in Kansas City featured generous and humorous gifts.

Marshal Prentice Dail Foota Arthur Steinberg al Flinton R.A .Pabor Win Hoadley George Fricker Frank Woodruff Nortone John Henston Rob Fluke Topeka Lawrence French Douglas County Topeka Commonwealths Eudora Banekopf & Hiddleson Kotbreaker

Methodist Sunday School Festival at Mt E Church

A Christmas festival titled Jesus My Star delighted the Sabbath school at Mt. E church. Decorated with evergreens stars and a star prop the program featured a ten child class letter exercise and an illusion of a star moving through the church. Recitations by Mire Maude Tuatasher Nellie Palmer and Mr. Janes Kenyan completed the entertainment along with a painted banner and candy for each attendee.

Mt. E Jesus My Star Jesus Ares Lawrence Mire Maude Tuatasher Mise Nellie Palmer Snd Janes Tanner Mies Cota Parker March

Young America ship carries candy at Plymouth church festival

At Plymouth church on Christmas Eve a tall ship named Young America filled the front of the sanctuary. Santa Claus distributed generous candy to hundreds of children after a Sabbath school program. The event drew many families and hopes for an annual cruise.

Young America Plymouth Church Santa Claus Santa

Athlophoros Touted as Cure for Rheumatism and Nerve Pain

An advertisement claims Athlophoros offers a safe quick and effective cure for rheumatism neuralgia and nervous or sick headache. It cites a testimonial from J E Gillespie of Atlantic Iowa detailing dramatic relief after trying multiple remedies and describes purchase options and prices. The notice also seeks employment from a married man in groceries hardware or a bookstore.

Athlophoros Co J. E. Gillespie Atlantic Iowa Chicago Wall St New York F. M A. G. Menger

Dishonesty Spreads. Merchant Proposes Insurance for Employers

A Chicago Times report quotes a prominent merchant arguing dishonesty is epidemic across wages and ranks. He suggests forming an indemnity association like a credit agency but covering employers and employees, with policies payable to victims of employee theft and premiums tied to risk. He contends it would deter defalcation, improve trust, and could become a formal company.

Chicago Times Canada Indemnity Association

Good Fire-Clay Invaluable For Fireproof Building

Qualities of fire-clay rank it first among fire resisting materials. The article notes its growing use across building types, cheap production and easy application. Its forms allow lighter structures than brick and hollow or porous variants act as heat insulators, offering effective protection against heat transfer.

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