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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 28, 1915
Page
2
The advertisement urges readers to take four ounces of Rad Salts each morning to flush and stimulate clogged kidneys. It touts Jad Salts as a safe, inexpensive remedy made from grape acid and lemon juice with lithia, claimed to neutralize urine acids and prevent urinary and bladder disorders.
North of town the county commissioners plan to repair a damaged road by macadamizing with crushed rock. Weather delays halted work after a heavy rain, and filling potholes must restart. Machinery and materials are ready, and dry conditions are needed to proceed promptly. Local residents thank the commissioners for the substantial repair effort.
Rivers in western and southwestern Oklahoma were at flood stage after heavy spring rain. Small streams overflowed, crops in bottom lands suffered, and washouts disrupted railroad traffic though no loss of life reported. Between Blanchard and Cole a St.
A San Francisco passenger note describes the San- Iashua river widening to a mile. The Rock Island bridge over the South Canadian has been washed out by the flooding. Washouts also block the Oklahoma Central branch of the Santa Fe.
Chicago April 28 Eighteen labor leaders and 82 corporations are charged in eight indictments for restraint of trade through agreements to halt unloading and handling goods shipped from outside Illinois. Leaders named include Simon O'Donnell of the Building Trades Council and Michael Bayne of the Ethical Workers union with other business agents and union officials linked to associations formed to block work on jobs using out of state manufactured materials.
Real estate transfer record notes Dee Enoma Cradit and others in Kansas conveying 1/4 of a 150 foot wide strip on the south side of QU Note of NEF, Section 20, description indicating a transfer to Josie P.M Walsh.
Flower beds in front of city hall are finished with Mooming plants. The updated display enhances the building’s curb appeal and adds notable beauty to the municipal frontage.
Farmers report exceptionally early corn planting due to a cool wet spring delaying oats sowing. As warm weather arrived, activity surged with many completing rapid progress on corn while oats planting lagged behind. Miss Lavy Culp traveled to Mustworth to spend a few days visiting.
An old advertisement touts Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound as a hair darkening tonic. It claims to restore color, reduce dullness, and cover gray with daily use, recommending dampening a brush to apply strand by strand. Also notes Scout Leaders meeting at the YMCA building and Rexall Celery and Tron Tonics for spring health.
Two patrols of paid prints were formed last night at the Methodist Church and the Lath era Church. This adds about forty stants to the member al fence. These will start immediately to qualify for the first examination. Spero Roliz of the Y. Mb ¢ personally supervised the organization of these patrols.
Russian forces launched a strong offensive around Uzsok Pass in the Carpathians according to a telegram to the Prince of Neva. The Austro-German casualties in the last two days were reported at 20,000 as melting snow slowed the Russian advance between Strv and Ma amanes.
Probate Judge Lindley issued licenses yesterday to Henry Pritnel of Lawrence and Mary White of Baldwin. licenses were also issued to William FP Proeliver and Anna Newellinh of Lawrence.
The Southwest Auto Racing Association moved the big 200 mile race from April 22 to April 29 because of heavy rains. Promoters note the 29 mile speedway remains intact as drivers pledge to return, aiming for the prize purse and a new race record.
The annual contest among Lawrence schools will be held May 28 at McCook athletic field. Students from various schools will compete in track events and games for prizes. Miss Chawford and Miss Kennedy prepare classes for drills and demonstrations, with Masie providing musical support.
The article praises the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra and details its acclaimed players. It notes conductor changes including Dr. Sart Muck and the integration of gifted violinists Rebar Czerwom h Scherrer. It highlights Cornelius van Vier, ParLe Cruppe, Henry J. Williams, Richard Lindenhahn, Leonard de Loronan, Achite Heymnen, Ruehynka, and William Thivyek as principal figures shaping the ensemble.
The Salvation Army shared a retiring offering in churches led by Rev. Perkin and Rev. Bunter, with Mrs. Pebbles of the Kansas City Army team in Tanv ron over Sunday. Peluies spoke at Plymouth Congregational church, raising $24.20, and Brigadier Pebbles spoke at Trinity Lutheran church, raising $7.00. En sily Howler thanks pastors and church members for their courtesy and kindness.
Wise, Mrs Pebbles, and Brigadier were guests at a Saturday Salvation Army event. Ensien Howlet thanks the group for the generous offering. Pride and Mrs Webbles led the meeting while Vusign and M Towler handled local work. Odicers quarters and phone details listed.
The Douglas County Good Roads Association asks members and prospective members to donate. Officers emphasize the need for money to repair county roads and note dues are reduced to one dollar this year. A local group has agreed to help with efforts.
County Superintendent Vourhees of Leavenworth and other speakers will address the attendees at Mackie school house Saturday evening. A pie social and prayer meeting are on the program. all are invited to attend.
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