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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 17, 1918
Page
3
The article concerns the United States Food Administration setting staple prices and the retail prices at which staples are sold. It notes the prices paid by retailers for essentials and the regulated sale prices to consumers, reflecting wartime price controls.
Local notice urges timely roof repair and renewal benefits before spring rains. Mentions Pencuard & Son and Innes Store with telephone contact for services and plastering or leak fixes.
Washington reports total Tilberty loan subscriptions at 806 465 250 dollars from 11 of 12 federal reserve districts. The figure surpasses previous totals, with further details pending from the remaining district.
Professor BR ALSawegler traveled to Chit Mute early this morning on a business mission.
A Wichita Rotary Club committee concluded the Nonpartisan League is a propagandist movement. It alleges disloyal leadership and ties to socialist and pro German elements while denying farmers’ support and warning that the group harms farmers for a few magnates. The report names A C Townley and other leaders, accuses the league of undermining Farmers Union influence, and urges patriotic opposition.
The Kranwaka club held a Thursday meeting with Mr and Mrs George Houk Jr and family. Red Cross work resumes for the new year with elections naming Colman as president and John Lovett as vice president and flower committee chair. A summer program was planned, and refreshments were served. The next meeting is in two weeks with Mrs W A Cidman and daughter Aileen Bell eall. The annual school meeting re elected Fred Gregory as clerk for an eight month term.
Fragmented item notes soldiers at Camp Doniphan and Leon University happenings. Mentions Miss Bigeshy re elected teacher for another year and library additions. Social updates include Miss Ethel Worsches visiting Kent and George Carter leaving a teaching post.
Readable fragments show college students at Kandis University considering enlistment after training camps at Hareans Train Camp. Instructors from unnamed universities oversee sessions as students awaiting draft eligibility explore military service options.
The text indicates a policy stance that the camp will not slow new enlistees into the army if Linke comes directly. It reflects a decision affecting recruitment timelines and direct entry procedures.
The Se Student Council reports income and expenses from the year to February 6 including a balance of 84.88 and year total of 1094. Dances and a smokers net cost, lib bond purchases, a $35.10 banquet deficit, and a $64.75 football related dinner. An item for sidewalk cleaning on the Key campus appears with $19 listed as souvenirs and $8.25 for hiring. Lunches for the election board are noted as probably last fall.
Messy notes report Mr WwW Winsom returning to Wanifier for an evangelistic event in the west. Mr William L. Has left for Camp Funston this morning after greetings from friends in Crehervale.
An old remedy Wyeths Sage and Sulphur Compound promises to restore natural hair color and lustre. The preparation darkens gray or streaked hair when applied with a damp sponge or brush, offering a quick, affordable option for a youthful look.
An old advertisement argues eczema and other skin conditions originate in the blood. It touts S. S. S. as a thorough blood purifier, claiming surface treatments fail. The copy urges readers to obtain the tonic at any drugstore and seek free medical advice if needed.
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