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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1914
Page
6
Markets report steady prices for feed and beef cattle with mixed receipts. Corn oats rye and hay prices shown with several price ranges. Local notices include deed transfers, a printing trade game, a swimming exhibition, and a Kansas City bookstore sale by auction.
Automobile ad extols Studebaker as the oldest and strongest auto factory offering superior manufacturing skill, luxury features, and greater value for a dollar. It claims Lindebaker and Peary in higher priced cars lack the comforts, calling Studebaker the best buy at a low price and inviting readers to come to Garage 77.
The women of the First Christian Church led by Mrs. W. a Sraneisen plan a community picnic at Marvin's Grove near Potter Lake. The menu features fried chicken, home made cake and sandwiches, ice cream, lemonade, and other dishes from 1:30 p.m. onward. Heavyweight race rumors surface due to conflicts with volunteers including Mess ton, Draper, Cronemeyer, O Grayson, and Mayor Crane.
Former RH Crocker received a handsome watch from his former employees in a brief ceremony led by Charles Hays. Crocker, visibly moved, expressed gratitude and noted his upcoming move to California, ending with a short thank you to his companions. House for rent listed on Parker Ave with details and contact.
Paris reports confirm French troops advanced as Belgium moved from Gembloux toward Namur. Dutch reports deny forts capitulated, claiming defenders prepared to destroy fortifications rather than surrender. Lloyd’s steamship Baron hit by mine off Dalmatia with heavy casualties. Local dispatches note various American travelers and visits across Kansas, Baldwin, Colorado, McPherson, and Chanute.
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