Rural mail delivery shifts to bicycles and motorbikes ban
Washington post office chief Burleson enforces a new rule barring rural carriers from using bicycles and motorcycles. The order aims to switch to motorized vehicles only for specific routes, with seven new vehicles purchased for purposes including Kansas and Oklahoma. Troves of mail losses and protests arise as carriers adjust, signaling a broader move toward all low or none motorized rural service.
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Postoffice Department
Washington
Westmaster
Ientral
Burleson
Rugal
Herries
Dovernment
Seeine
Kansas
Oklahout
Tunis
Sam ‘Wiley
Raule
White
A. J. Gaiman
Chas. A. Owen
Little wheat threshing slows as Kansas crop cited
Reports to the railroad commission indicate less than six percent of Kansas wheat has been threshed and little grain offered for shipment. Farmers fear further rust and drought stories while conditions vary across the plains with Oklahoma showing about 30 percent threshing and corn yields improving. Western Kansas and Texas reports note good crops, alfalfa progress, and rain damage affecting early systems.
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Kansas
Tomyka
Lreb
Sabin Fo Railway
Santa Pe
Oklahoma
Katy
Transas
HEALTHY WIFE SEEKS HELP FOR HEALTHY FAMILY BALANCE
A fragment notes a woman’s health burden and reliance on herbal remedies, citing Lydia ky, Veget ante Componttt, and grasses as suggested aids. In another item a Kansas wheat harvest reports high yields, with Miller White threshing ten acres for strong per acre results. County camp planned near Irving for Y activities, forecasting many participants and evening talks by local businessmen.
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Chingsville
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Ayil
Care of Baby When Infant Suffers From Minor Ailments
Government experts advise on keeping babies cool in hot weather and easing discomfort from prickly heat and chafing. Guidance covers dress, hydration, avoiding irritants, and simple baths with baking soda solution to relieve skin irritation, plus tips on dealing with cradle cap and preventing scratching.
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Wiley
Brator
Eha
Children’s’ Bureau
U. S. Department of Labor
Washington B.C
Constipation in infants guidance and care tips
Careful treatment of infant constipation recommends bowel movements within 24 to 36 hours, with laxative foods for breastfed babies and early preventive measures starting at three months. Emphasizes routine, daily 15 minute baby care, avoiding stimulant medicines unless advised by a doctor, and consulting a physician for emergencies.
Kansas Rivals Wisconsin State K N G Shares First Place
Kansas and Wisconsin share top rank as state guard organizations report field service efficiency. adjutant general C L Mactin announces the contest standings. Wisconsin shows notable progress while Kansas claims a disadvantage, with officers citing training and logistical issues and suggesting future improvements.
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Mopeka
Kan
Kapisis
Vati Psi
C. L. Mactin
Die JO
Kansas
Kansay Ofiriurs Lave
Appyrtar
Thie Dave
Wisconsin
Tawever
McGbhlueh
Britain claims advances in Gallipoli and Mideast
British reinforcements landed at Suvla Bay and fought southward near Gallipoli, breaking Turkish trenches and forcing a clash with Ottoman forces. Allied warships raided the Aegean coast near the Gulf of Smyrna as Ottoman positions faced pressure. The report notes new artillery impact and Turkish casualties amid operations from Mytilene toward western Anatolia.
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Athens
Suvla Hay
Gaslipa Beni Fl
Gini Way
Gahan oTope
Mytilene
Est of
Sattos
Sha &S
Acusty Terrest
Agia
Edgar
Gulf of Savyz
Ier
Beautify a Summer Soiled Face With Velvet Skin Care
A period piece ad promotes a cosmetic wash enabling whitening and smoothing. It claims removal of surface skin, fat patches, and blemishes leaving a lighter, firmer complexion. The text cites a wash containing dissolved compounds and wax to achieve rapid effects, with emphasis on safety and ease of use.
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Loveline
Hopewell Hooded Thrested Yield Reported
Hopewell hood has been thrested with a yield up to 15 bushels per acre. Families spent Sunday at Dick Thudal's home in Baldwin. Most wheat in the Pesf area moved south to South Dakota then plans to move to Orrer and George Williams spent Lawrence. LOB Snyder and family, Mrs. D. N. White, J A Crai, Earl Byron White and Vi rgil motored to Cobard's Sunday afternoon. Marie and Gertrude Johnson called Friday afternoon.
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Irvin
Mark Logan
Dakota
Sping
Orrer
George Wiliams
Lawrence
Lob. Snyder
D. N. White
J A. Crai
Ne White
Ison Earl
Byron White
Irgil
Cobard’s
Marie
Gertrude: Johnson
E'S
Community Club Notes and Local Gatherings
Fragmented social diary records members hosting meetings and dinners at homes in Baldwin and nearby, with notes on August events, guest lists, and a Hopewell Country Club session. Mentions of Frances and Virginia Wardens, Frank White, D. White, and various residents frequent the entries. The piece closes with a notice that the author’s office will be closed from August 14 to September 2.
Blinders Off: Martins Ferry Bridge Workers Dash to Court
In Martins Ferry Ohio on August 17 the River side company sued to force thirty young women living on three houseboats near the plant to vacate mooring spots, claiming the bathing by the crew disrupted discipline and halted work. A defense attorney argued binders were placed on workers by the Riverside company.
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Tiseless
Martins Ferry
Riverside Jew Company
Justice Weatherspoon
Ately
Isu
Riverside Company
Postcards reveal delinquents and land mixup on south side
County treasurer offices send postcards to delinquent property owners highlighting larger collections and a land addition mixup on the south side. New counters and a screened in-office at Lawrence Steam Laundry boost capacity. repairs underway and staff to resume duties. Local notices mention Dr. Blair at 915 Mass. St and 25 cent paper items at McColloch's.
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Stevenson
Lawrence
Local Farmers Push for Palmator and Hospital Plans
A town meeting discussed urgent needs for a municipally housed palmator to aid fire HQ and support for a municipal hospital. Otis Perkins noted farmers’ busy schedules limit cooperation, while Dr. R K Barnes urged a downtown palmator. The session also touched on August Agricultural Society events and fruit crop reports with orchard plans and proposed plantings for the coming season.
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Palmotar
Eleethis
Chorni
Anid
Wretary
Spirks
Lystix
Nap
A. H
Reise
Greisa
Leighton
Edison
Appie
Jie
Chas Hoyt
Tess Grae
Torr
Mc ‘Arthy
Fine display and fair exhibits spark district gathering
The article reviews fine samples of apples and flowers shown by exhibitors including Astors, Golden Glow, Zenias, Dahlias, Cannas, and Stabaccia. Griesa commented on improving the fair display with broader exhibitor participation and public showcasing. The annual meeting noted a well filled program, a first rate dinner, and planned next meeting at Geo. A. Brown’s residence on Calitary wit Road September 11.
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Meton
Teffereies
Iglarséa
Gresia
Smith
Griesa
Andiuota
Injury sidelining Prof J C Preyer amid car fire details
The Journal-World reports an incident from months ago where Professor C A Preyer, now in Redlands California, was injured while cranking his automobile and later could not resume piano practice. He sought treatment from a Lawrence physician and, though not under police surveillance, faced economic strain. He plans to return to Lawrence in February to resume duties as Assistant Dean after recovery.
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A. Preyer
Jourverti
C. A. Preyer
Tiedlands
Cafornia
Journal-World
Lawrence
Alanest
Preyer
Ifence Ifeagh
Redlands
Tig
I “Ebronry
Parole Request From Stewart Daughters Aims at Governor Capper
Mrs Mollie Stewart seeks clemency as her counsel reports to Topeka. Daughters Norma, Pearl Stewart travel to appeal Governor Capper for leniency on the case from years ago. Governor has not yet announced a decision.
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Governor Capper
I. Stauffer
Norma
Pearl Stewart Avere
Topeka
Judge to withhold ruling in Jeguers case next Thursday
A trial in the Jeguers case continues as Judge Wilson told the court that no opinion will be issued until next Thursday. The defendant, Gtchey Herderson, was arrested weeks ago and the proceedings proceeded with testimony and argument before the court.
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Jeguers
Gtchey
Herderson
Sas
Qudge Wuson
Distribute Redemptions in County Tax Funds
County Treasurer pools five thousand dollars in back taxes and related fees for distribution between the county and the state. Funds include the original tax, advertising fee, interest, and a certificate fee. proceeds are to be divided into separate strands for local and state allocations.
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C. Mc Pearey
C. Stevenson
Union Pictic Next Friday Picnic Planned in Texas
A fragmented notice indicates a union in Texas deciding today to hold a Sunday School picnic postponed by rain. Details are unclear but mention of E 20 and Brown’s suggests a local site. The text references inclement weather and a rescheduled date tied to a park area near Wooland Park.
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Union Pictic
Texas
Union
Brown
Jand Park
Wooland Park
Warren Street Baptist Plans New Residence Project
The Warren Street Baptist near St Luke's A M E Fullerton began plans to replace a seven room frame residence at Vetaiont Street with a modern fire story house. The new home aims for occupancy by December 1, with work to start promptly.
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Warren Street Baptist
St. Luke’s
L. Fullerton
Dil” Falionse
Vetaiont Street
Birth Announcement and Local Notices From Unknown County Hotel
Fragmented OCR notes describe a birth announcement for a half pound girl named Marie Leet, and a sequence of local notices about a county hotel and a community ice cream social. Names and places are garbled. references include Lauren Hn, Darjue, A. Breen, and Barkey C. P A. No. Lwill, with an August social at Warker School.
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Lauren Hn
Marie Leet
A. Breen
Barkey C. P A
Dondal
Warker
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