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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1919
Page
9
Article extols coconut oil as a superior shampoo versus harsh alkali soaps. Use plain molded cocoanut oil, moisten hair with water, rub in two teaspoons to create lather. Lathers rinse cleanly, remove dust and oil, leaving hair silky and manageable.
Quincey Parent-Teachers Association meeting rescheduled from April 17 to an Tuesday April 2 at 8 o clock in the high school auditorium. A lantern slide demonstration will follow the business session to allow both fathers and mothers to attend and participate. Music Club notes report a program at Mrs Joseph Barrell home with hosts Mrs Carl Preyer and Mrs Raymond Schwegler and a sequence of pieces by Chopin Lehman and others.
Me Farrell and Mrs Farrell headlined the Home Economics banquet held at the university cafeteria with guests from dietetics and overseas service. The Progressive Reading Club met at Mrs J R Holmes with federation president Mrs O Brien addressing aims and afternoon readings. The No Name Club discussed Mary Stewart Cutting stories and news from Captain Clinton Kanaga returning from France. Kanwaka Ladies Aid set April 24 meeting and a Fordson tractor school and demonstration is announced by C W Smith at 1005 Mass. webbaad.
Rural schools in Douglas County contribute to a medal fund for county soldiers. Five districts send about 15 cents total with each student’s name recorded to show service, and no more than 25 cents per donation. District 74 lists Willie Buchheit and others. district 71 names Ruth Sehatstad and many more. district 47 lists Ralph Flory and a large reader of Flory family members among contributors.
Washington reports the sale of the war built merchant fleet by the Shipping Board. Wooden steamers move to American Steamship Co. of New York for 650000 dollars per vessel, averaging 3145 dollars per deadweight ton. Also notes local notices and medical ad lines.
An advertisement touts Dr. Pierre’s Golden Medical Discovery as a tonic to restore vigor and relief from indigestion, weak liver, and poor digestion during influenza and winter colds. It claims cures and sustained health after use, with testimonials praising its efficacy.
An advertisement touts Freezone as a cheap, fast remedy for corns and calluses. It claims instant relief when a few drops are applied, allowing removal by finger pressure without soreness or irritation. The copy credits a Cincinnati inventor and urges purchase from a druggist.
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