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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 19, 1914
Page
3
Fragmented OCR text outlines wartime era concerns over shipping, rail congestion, and harbor projects. It notes Congress debates river and harbor legislation, suspensions on work, and potential impacts on employment and industry while engineers push for continued spending and confidence in infrastructure programs.
The article reports government and private efforts on Mississippi, Delaware, and Mobile Bay channels, noting funding gaps, dredging activity, and anticipated contractor delays. It highlights the 35-joont project on the Velas ware river, costs over a million dollars yearly, and concerns over labor and time due to high water, while calling for urgent legislation to sustain improvements and harbor work.
Fragmentary text from a historical ad shows a front display for toilet soap at a shop. The garbled line mentions varied colors and a represented brand, suggesting a marketing snippet rather than a full product listing.
Lawrence Business College in Lawrence Kansas positions itself as a path to success for young people who must leave school to earn a living. The bulletin highlights practical business training geared toward immediate employment.
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