Kansas State Flag Controversy at New York Welcome
Reports claim Albert T Reid of Topeka designed a state flag for the 35th Division welcome in New York but officials offered no flag. The plan to use Reid’s design was debated by the Welcome committee and the Daughter of the American Revolution with no decision. Lawrence’s Col Wilder S Metcalf attended as state chairman. no flag was displayed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Albert T. ‘Reid
Topeka
Kansas
Reid
Lawrence
Wilder S. Metcalf
Estelle Northmip
Save 1.00 per gallon on B. P. S Paints at Matthews
Announcement offers a discount of one dollar per gallon on B. P. S Paints at Matthews with a contact phone number 34 for purchase inquiries.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Matthews
Drunk in Court Yields Short Jail Term and Fines
Gela 30 day sentence for Ed Wilson who appeared in police court this morning for drunkenness. He received thirty days in jail and an assessment of six dollars for fine and costs. Jack Hratton was fined fifteen dollars for drunkenness on Saturday night.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gela
Ed Wilson
Jack Hratton
War Risk Insurance Statistics Reflect Disability Rates
Figures from the War Risk Insurance Bureau show tuberculosis as a leading disability at 22 percent among cases, with wounds causing amputation at 8.23 percent and nervous and other disorders under 10 percent. The report notes time and source variations and cites camp data alongside other sources, highlighting shifting disability ratios. An editorial aside mentions keeping children home with soda water and a local phone promotion.
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Greatfst
Washington
Gale Bureau of War
Ederal Board For View
Ueath
Bureau of Wax Risk
Tee
Attle
Social Tea and Visiting Notes From Local Gatherings
Mrs John Levette and Mrs Frank Vaughn hosted tea Sunday evening. Several couples and families enjoyed afternoon calls and dinners including Mr and Mrs Keiter and Mrs Reiter with kin. Mrs Kirby traveled to Port Arthur and to Olympia. guests visited relatives in Lawrence and nearby towns. The Pleasant Hour Club met with Mrs Ed Biller at Riverdale. a program on Recent Logins by Mrs Crowder was shared.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
John Levette
Frank Vaughn
Lawrentra- Dourlan
WI Martin
Keiter
Rand
Mra
A. Reiter
Mn Lawrence
Wilfred Atari
Rosedale
Hia
A. Marth
Kirby
Wallaon
Anil
Jeffers
Oklahoma
Overy Myvi
Port
Dtr
Ed Biller
Riverate
Crowder
Social Notes From Lawrence And Nearby Towns
Mrs Wihrig of Jewell county spent Monday with her brother Mr E B Kolfer. Mr Paul Rudiger is driving an Overland car. Mrs L Bigaby attended a benquet in Lawrence Monday. Mr and Mrs G L Webster hosted dinner after Sunday with their daughter Mrs Frank Anderson in Lawrence. Mr Guier of Kansas City visited his sister Mrs Larcom in Lawrence. County examinants from Brackett include Fda and Wallace Lee, James Webster, Roger McCrang, Ralph Kirby, Kuelle and Kasold. Rigsby hosted Easter dinner for Charley Crawider of Wrens and Mrs G H Davis called on Mrs Mper. Mrs Maul Rudiger and daughter spent Sunday in Lawrence with another. Mr Al Smith to improve his farm with hedge piled by the road, near the highway. Mary Lee spent the weekend with Thane Fotkr. Ming Mae Meelland taught the Brackett school last year and accepted a government teaching position in Washington. C R Greenlees spent the day in Kansas City.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mra. Wihrig
Jewell County
Sc. E B. Kolfer
Paul Rudiger
Mra. L. Bigaby
Hiks Benqueet
Lawrence
G. L. Webster
Fan Jiy
Frank Anderson
Guier
Kansas City
Mper
Maul Rudiger
Ming Mae Meelland
Washington
Py VC
Haw
Public Health Schoolheld to Open May 12 at KU Medical
Dr J C Crumbine announced the annual school of public health officers will be held at the University of Kansas school of medicine Rose sdale the week beginning May 12 inviting all physicians and registered nurses both private and city health officers to attend with no fees McNish offers soda water delivery at 196.
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Topeka
Kans
J. Crumbisi
State Board of Health
University of Kansas School of Medicine
Rosesdale
Priate Health Officers
Crumbine
Local social notes and upcoming events in town
Mrs. Ralph Jilson and W. C. Markham visit friends while Virgil Wood stays at home. A.W. Kirby leaves for Hutchinson for a new job. A reg War army recruiting station opens on Main. Neff prize contest Tuesday evening with free admission. Miss Mary Smith back out again.
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Ralph Jilson
W. C. Markham
Topeka
Virgil Wood
A.w.kirby
Hutchinson
Will
Mary Smith
Deaths and Funerals Elizabeth Copeland
Mrs Elizabeth Copeland 13 died Sunday at Genco after broncho pneumonia while visiting relatives in Minos. She was the daughter and sister of residents at 842 Ohio Street and was under the care of Lawrence Yeardent. Funeral announcements will be made later.
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Elizabeth Copeland
Genco
Copeland
Minos
Ohio Street
Home Cookery and Recipe Fragments from Agnés Foster
A manuscript fragment offers menu ideas and kitchen tips. It lists methods for O'Brien Potatoes Turkish Soup and Raphit Rabbits, plus a Meck Angel Cake recipe. The text reflects early 20th century home economics style with step by step instructions and measurements.
Goulds Seeks Divorce After Alamony Battle in French Court
Mrs Gould files for divorce citing alimony and differences. The case includes claims of prenuptial tensions and public revelations. The French court reportedly ordered alimony of 8606 months, with ongoing legal battle over moral claims and reconciliation efforts between Edith Helly Gould and former spouse.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Edith Helly
Gould
Tukile
Mer'ne Caspe
Sutt
Frenk Kyon
Seni
Lawrence Girl Shines in Government Film Debut
Miss Bessie Morrison, a former Lawrence student active in local drama, has gained recognition in a government propaganda film titled Win. Readings of her part moved her to faint at first but she stayed in the cast and received enthusiastic reviews from Ohio critics.
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Lawrence
Warren
Ohio
Bessie Morrison
Miss Morrison
Freda
University
Los Angeles
Bke
Topeka Jail Unfit Prisoners Moved to Winfield
Federal order sends W. W. prisoners from Topeka county jail to Winfield amid alleged hunger strike over food and jail conditions. Referee J. W. Fishman and U S marshal oversee the transfer. Also notes a social dance at Engle's Hall on Wednesday April 30 with good music.
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W. W
Winfield
Topeka
Kans
I County
J. W. Fishman
Q. T
Wine
Age and beauty myths in ancient legends
Fragmentary notes claim Helen of Troy was 48 at her return to Troy while Agpasia and Cleopatra are cited with ages well past youth. References to Leda or Disna de Poltiers appear in garbled form, reflecting archaic beauty lore and legendary admiration rather than clear events.
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Helen
Troy
Agpasia
Weibles
Qleapatm
Antonius
Disna de Poltiers
Wild Goose Hides Rogge and Odd Domestic Changes
Pioneer settlers observe geese reverting to wild forms and nests becoming pretentious while eggs attract notice at a distance. The article also describes a hazardous chemical process to plate silver with platinum using aqua regia and muriatic acids with careful evaporation and heat control.
Browning and Ivory Mat Art in an Eastward Civilization Tale
A discussion notes Browning’s reluctance to publish poems and explains rare Ivory mats with a Greek border used for state signings. It asserts the East’s historical debt to civilization, detailing cultural flow from Asia to Europe, and the rise and retreat of eastern influence through letters, religion, and science.
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India
East
Asia
Europe
Dardanelles
Armenia
Saria
Persia
Death of Babes Reveals Farce in Family Talk
A fragmented late 19th century dialogue shows Willie dismissing a caller and insisting his father must fetch the doctor. The exchange hints at domestic concerns and humor in a small town setting with a talkative family dynamic.
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Willie
Ducks Stolen by Local Irishman Court Trial Ends
In a county case a local Irishman faced theft charges for stealing ducks. Despite overwhelming evidence the witnesses testified to his virtuous life and spotless character. The judge urged the jury to find the prisoner guilty while noting his popularity in the county.
Swift For a Short Distance
The report notes sparrows can fly short distances at eighty miles per hour, highlighting a high speed for small birds. The observation appears as a factual note on avian flight capabilities without broader context or associated events.
Neolin Soles Advertised For Rough Work Wear
A Cleveland area ad praises Neolin Soles for cement plant use noting they resist wear longer than ordinary soles. Endorsement from A. F. Miller of The Santht Jade En Cement Company in Jackson Michigan claims Nedlin Soles last as long as new and are offered in many styles for all ages. Soles are manufactured by The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co. Akron Ohio with a claim to outwear Reolin Soles.
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Clinker
A. F. Miller
Santht Jade En Cement Company
Jackson
Michigan
Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co
Akron
Ohio
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Chas.p.basiker
Lawrence, Hans
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Agnés G. Foster
Presley
Tailmenia
Eatonic
Rae
Browning
Lobaet Browning
Rikpen
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