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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 25, 1915
Page
8
A garbled report describes a deceased young person found near Perry. Details recall hair color, a gold tooth, and high school fraternity insignia on shoes. The obituary-like notes mention a delta fraternity, a report of photos, and a wave of piano sales following the event. Police and officials are unnamed.
Dyer, a junior at the University of Kansas engineering school, risked his life to save a boy named Carl under a rattling copperhead bite near the Waulapayt river region. He was aided by a passerby and rushed to a hospital as help arrived, with bystanders noting his bravery.
Market report notes wheat under pressure with mixed corn bids and oats steady to lower. Cattle receipts show a slow market and poultry and hog prices varied. scattered bagged peaches and piano ad mentions appear among local items. Wilson left town for Springfield. Henry Macomber receives peaches from Rogers Arkansas. broader market data include specific bid values and futures notes.
The Lawrence volley ball squad, coached by Ye valley ball manager, will represent Lawrence at the Topeka tournament on September 11. Members Rice Weatherby Eraps Cowper McClain Richardson Ainick form the core, practicing twice weekly at the Y. Local players Bolts Clark DesSunf ths Agshor Klein and Tiler will also compete, while Topeka teams provide strong opposition led by E. Brown, a former Kansas University figure and Missouri State University business manager.
Scattered items from Lawrence report rail staff works on the Salina Colby line of the Union Pacific. Observers note Mesian and Greek substitutes in a evolving system. Visitors include Henry Lefter from Usinville and Perry Hatch of Palmyra Illinois. Willis Hath and Miss Mollie Winder are in town exploring western Missouri educational claims. Elmer Arndt, former Journal World summer editor, is referenced as university correspondent.
A Paris physician affiliated with the University of Paris announces to the Phrenian society that tuberculosis could be treated with chemicals rather than serums. Louis Renon presents research claiming the cure harms no body parts while killing the disease in animals. He lists antiseymty substances and suggests other chemicals such as sulphur and iron may play a role.
Haitian General for President Cap Haitien notes Bobo supporters refuse to yield after defeat. US Marine Colonel Eli Kfe engaged in negotiations with limited progress. Americans evacuate as rebels demand the presidency. Watkins National Bank board meeting reports. Santa Fe bridge department official visiting Lawrence for depot repairs. Winfield teachers and officials visit. Mr Gowan, city schools head, had a New York trip this summer.
In Baston area records show Mr and Mrs Shields visiting the Wm Wechner home Monday morning. Al Matteson and family relocate to Lawrence with Mrs Matteson traveling to Colorado to spend weeks with her mother. Secretary of the Navy Daniels spoke in Baston on submarine and bomber plans and naval funding. Mrs Wilson and children planned a Lake Vier visit with Mr Bryant and family.
Reports cover a fatal attack on Rev. Kayser amid threats against his life, a community gathering with hundreds expected and a large dance later, plus Garranza enforcing prohibition in Sonora towns. International outlook notes optimistic Gallipoli hopes and Russia gains in the Baltic amid ongoing front-line strains.
Fragmentary telegrams claim several ships sunk including gunboats and torpedo boat while attempting to land troops. Russian reports allege steamers sunk by US actions and barricading the roadstead. Financial notes mention $285 and $50 to $200 in unsettled sums.
Officer Silverthorne discovered a basket full of clothing in a weed patch at 1700 blocks of New Hampshire Street. The items include a woman’s shirt waist, several woolen pieces, and assorted clean rags. No clue as to how they came to be there.
City of Lawrence proposes installment and interest levies on bonds issued by the city. Tax rates include funds for interest water light park and contingency with assessed property taxes to cover the bonds. Includes start date and collection method. Also mentions rental housing notice.
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