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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 15, 1912
Page
6
The article traces how cake making has evolved from laborious methods to efficient practice in modern kitchens. It notes the shift from old butter creaming to melting butter with sugar, the role of shortening, salt, and the cost of ingredients, and explains cake as a substantial food source in meals.
The article notes Rev W W Hatyfield of North Lawrence Christian Church celebrated his birthday at home with about sixty friends. Also mention of a four course dinner and decor at the table, plus attendance by Rev Nolyfield and other local clergy and families.
Sworn statements recount a chaotic scene after a train pulled away, with a man pursued and a boy receiving two pounds. The affidavit, sworn on a date in August by Myrtle McConnele, notes a theft or ransom claim linked to a winning ticket and a mislaid bag, set against a wider report of local crime.
A jumble of ads includes a horse farm wanted, a sale or rent note for a three room house with grounds and water, a mahogany piano for sale at a bargain, and a rental cottage with bath and gas. Also mentions a shoe shop on Massachusetts street and a home piano at 1055. Listings show prices and contact hints from massachusetts street to 1086 New Hampshire.
For sale an extra seed plot of 20 acres near Lawrence. Descriptions are garbled with misspellings and unclear details. Interested buyers should contact P. L. Wilson at Bell 1424 for more information.
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