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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 07, 1915
Page
4
The page lists subscription rates for the Journal-World and phone alerts for late deliveries. It includes a Kansas address, Chicago representative contact, and notices of press affiliations. The text also mentions a Leavenworth Times gardening article and a factual note about quarter sections.
The Lawrence Journal World spars with Norm Hapgrood and Harper’s Weekly over patent medicine ads. The column mocks low readership and bids that outdoor publicity has little value. It notes travel anecdotes about cleanliness and pest control as unrelated background.
The garbled text references territorial integrity in China and possible reactions to Japan's rise. It mentions the United States and Russia, touching on anti imperialism, China trade, and a claim about Jaykur seeking a large Chinese trade share, all in a muddled historical context.
Dan's Review notes fluctuating mood in the United States as reforms pass the air clears and recoveries are declared psychological. It suggests true improvement awaits the next general elections with a possible respite if Congress does not convene.
Serious consideration should be given to the notice served on the postmaster by the Fort Leavenworth commandant offering to furnish laborers from among men whose prison terms have expired. The issue touches postwar rehabilitation, fairness, and the public interest in providing honest work for ex-convicts.
A reformist critique accuses Democrats of luxury spending and excess while praising cautious budgeting. The piece notes a large appropriation surge under the current Congress, claiming Republicans dominate and exaggerate waste.
A Carinal opening at San Fraueised Paily discusses the building of the Panama Canal and U S relations. The piece credits Roosevelt with decisive leadership that spurred completion, calling the canal the greatest engineering feat in world history and saying without his push the project might have stalled.
A Leavenworth Times report notes that a girl gardener earned ten cents a day for tending a Chamber property. a bulletin from the Washington Agricultural Department says a quarter acre of well tended ground can feed a family of six. It urges owners of vacant city lots to let families cultivate them to ease living costs and notes many idle lots could provide partial sustenance.
The Haskell Union held a recital meeting on Monday evening with a large attendance of mentors and visitors. A program titled Onward Christie's opening for then Jed in yer featured Good People and Amor selections, followed by further readings and remarks by Mrs.
A vintage medical ad touts Dr Caldwell’s Syrup Pepsin as a gentle effective laxative for children. It claims no apiate or narcotic drug, a pleasant taste, and a mild action with no distress. Free trial address given as Dr W B Caldwell 452 Washington St Monticello Illinois.
The report covers temperance show plans on April 10 in a Lawrence Union hall, notes from Caroline Harrison Circle in Wichita, and visits by Amictain and Beloit circles. It mentions farewell receptions for Sisters Ariola Williams and Mrs. Wall Wytie, a birthday observance for Mrs. Lawrence Staker, and ongoing circle activities toward cemetery walks and circle fundraising.
The Belleview Ladies Aid Society met April 1 with Mrs. J Via Shivek. A five course meal was served and many members attended including Mrs. Shirek, Mrs. Freese, Mrs. Forsythe, Mrs. Anderson, Mrs. Gee, Mrs. Dissinger of Kaw Valley, and others. Guests and local visits from Cincinnati, Kansas City, and Lawrence were noted along with several Easter home visits by young people and families.
The column records Belleview School activities including Dorothy Bausto starting at Belleview School, visits by neighbors, and community events. Topics cover a Farmers Institute meeting, a woven wire fence project, a school dinner for Belgian visitors, diplomas of humor, a play day, a horse incident injuring none, and family visits among Clinton Eversole and neighbors.
A health tip advises against soap in hair washing due to alkali drying the scalp and making hair brittle. It recommends pure coconut oil as a greaseless alternative, cheap and widely available at drug stores. Rub in a teaspoonful with water to form a rich lather, rinse, and enjoy soft, bright, manageable hair free of dust and dandruff.
Brown remains laid up after a mishap. M Strachan visits Baldwin family. Bob Edmondgon works on house papering and yard projects. Wabnrp family making steady progress after illness. Rist couple shared Sunday dinner at a small home. Fairview Sunday School shows good activity and leadership, elected officers for one year including Superintendent Frank Lurrellant, Secretary-Treasurer Dolur Bowman, Librarian Herbert McClintock, Organization Assistants A. E. Bi and Ethel Cowl, Josephine Burgdart, Bess Brown.
Mr and Mrs Mercer of Lawre visited Sunday with Mr and Mrs Crowner and Mrs Collins's daughter in law. Several residents hosted callers and families during the weekend with Sunny Lake View noted for a shower honoring a recently married couple. The text records local visits, dinners, and social engagements among residents including Mrs Woolf and Mr Allen in Crowdersport area.
A garbled reminiscence notes a recent social gathering with Mr. and Mrs. Ninkols and Mrs Woolf providing refreshments. Mrs Wool is mentioned along with Miss Mitre nie Button and a dainty luncheon. Attendees enjoyed the event and were described as cheerful and cordial.
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