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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1915
Page
4
A fragmented reminiscence by Elizabeth Barr recounts two years as a policewoman in Topeka. The piece notes themes of public morals, youth, and the challenges faced by minors and women in early 20th century law enforcement.
A garbled 1916 newspaper fragment discusses women police wages and suffrage progress, noting a law granting equal pay for state workers. It shifts to WWI topics, arguing US arms sales might have shortened the war, and touches on city swimming programs amid a high death toll from drownings.
The article discusses how highway trails associations and automobile clubs could publicize road conditions through timely bulletins. It notes that travelers not in clubs might report poor roads, prompting wider attention and reaction.
A fragmentary notice discusses a 4 book entitled Women and police in various U S regions. It mentions a dust-hand source and a 25 cent donation from Corning Toyek Halas Fos forth suldress-is needed. The text questions belief and privilege, and invites those who hold the little book to share information without prejudice.
A Gratton district court ruling holds Greek immigrants who had naturalized vows and later renewed oaths in Greece to fight for Greece cannot seek US citizenship. Any applicant with foreign war service risks automatic denial if their declaration of allegiance is not fully intact. The decision cites the need for unwavering allegiance to the United States and suggests naturalized citizens must maintain clear, ongoing loyalty.
The national vigilance committee warns credulous women of bogus advertising scams selling low price linens hosiery and silk by itinerant sellers. Investigators trace the Sultana wreck registry and flag Campbell & Co as non existent in New York. Authorities seek arrest of the peddlers and urge citizens to report suspicious activity to the Associated Advertising Clubs.
The Prince and Princess Xis announce a charity fund in Regensburg to aid residents. Aimed at distributing 500,000 quarks, the effort seeks to provide support to the inhabitants of Regensburg through generous donations.
The text questions what repentance means beyond sorrow and regret, urging surrender to God's ways rather than personal strength. It frames repentance as a born again transformation, with references to sermons and devotional materials from a church setting including interviews, notices, and meeting schedules.
Taranto Aug 1 strong Italian allied forces are held in readiness to act if Turkey fails to meet Italy's demand for the release of Italian subjects in the Ottoman empire. Army corps concentrated at Apauli have been ordered to move at a moment's notice. Local flavor notes mention Alberta peaches.
A heavy storm in Brown County causes extensive damage with four people struck by lightning and two mules killed. Reports note telephone poles blown down and many buildings damaged near Reserve. Individuals Clarence Stinenarsen and J K Brigham were struck and recovering. Austin Simmons near Kwatha was killed instantly. The storm dropped a surge of water in a brief period.
A notice from Mazardville reports the death of Asa Terry, 85, son of a Revolutionary Army officer born in Enlight. He was the last surviving child of the officer, believed to have lived in Connecticut and the United States.
A dubious OCR fragment discusses a hair loss remedy, praising a Parisian sage product that nourishes hair roots and promises rapid renewal. It claims to stop excess shedding and regrow hair, asserting affordability and effectiveness without evidence or brand names.
A fragmentary report notes General Villar and Mrs Ltorente preparing statements for their principals in Mexico. Carranza is pressed to respond and align with Pan American conference aims. An accord among Carranza generals suggests united messaging to support a peaceful settlement, while local ads promote paint and grape juice products.
A strike at Horton over labor tensions affects about 600 workers as Rock Talane posted a four o clock shutdown. Company officials indicate possible amicable settlement within days amid demands and wage questions, with local crafts joining the action and prior chill-time closures noted.
Fischer and Meade returned from a trip to Norton County reporting a long, instructional journey by car. They described road conditions as poor in places but noted improvements in north central and northwest sections, visited farms near Clayton, and mentioned wheat prospects and land ownership including Fischer's 320 acres near Clayton with 115 acres of corn, planning 100 acres of wheat this fall.
Twenty members of the Fraternal line up after the council meeting to view John Hines in the Cub. Senator Curtis travels to Washington to attend the congressional session. the Curtis family plans extended stay. Several social notes follow including birthdays, visits, and local errands across Topeka, Kansas City, and neighboring towns.
A advertised confidential correspondence service invites women with private illnesses to write to Lydia E. Pinkham Medicine Co in Lynn Massachusetts. The company promises reading and confidential replies from a woman, without using testimonials or releasing letters. Also offers a free general distribution book by mail upon request.
Miss Sarah Va Flatt of Kia Ottawa county is cited as the best of letter moments. Her expectation is to enter the university at the opening. Continued on Page 75.
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