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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 31, 1915
Page
6
A chaotic page from Lawrence reports City improvements around 221 Oread and a broad mix of local items. It notes university figures arriving from New York to Oklahoma, plans for park-side developments, traffic and law enforcement concerns, and upcoming fraternity activity and campus events.
Three Overbrook men spent four weeks to reach the Pacific and back, traveling in a Ford car. They left Overbrook on July 24th, endured desert heat with little water, and navigated the Santa Fe trail to Denver and Lawrence. They faced tire wear and repair costs around 40 pounds, with fuel and supplies strapped to their journey.
Dr Hayes and family leave for Lincoln Nebraska after five years in the city. The doctor has bought a home in the Nebraska capital and Mrs Hayes plans to operate a business entity there related to the State University in Lincoln. Their daughter Helen, a graduate, will stay in Great Bend to work for the Daily Tribune.
A Florida resident named Mustard, living at 18300 Arlington Avenue, Tampa, writes to the Journal-Wark in hopes of visiting Lawrence. At seventy seven, he notes his health and long ties, mentioning plans tied to a civic series for county seniors and a desire to meet long-time residents.
Local readers note ongoing flood impact with displaced residents and recovery efforts. The item mentions individuals in Lawrence and Indiana, including WM. Holiday, and references clothing donations and packing. Limited readable details suggest community aid and salvage actions amid flood conditions.
A corrected statement from the City of Lawrence itemizes balances on hand for funds including Park, Improvement, Water, Light, and Sinking Funds. It lists totals and outstanding warrants, noting cash in Topeka and overall fund totals around 53,938.03 dollars. Names and precise figures anchor the update to fiscal records.
Kansas City Stock Yards report shows mixed demand for cattle and hogs with some price drops. Prime corn fed steers quoted near 9.40, medium feeders and grass cattle lower, pork and bacon demand strong though prices eased later. Arizona fat lambs and feeding stock noted, with seasonal intake and trading activity visible as buyers expand into state markets.
Farmers confront hog cholera with vaccination and quarantine. Local agents report mixed responses to simultaneous vaccination methods, with criticism of overestimated safety and calls for targeted protection. Observers warn neglecting infected herds risks rapid disease spread despite vaccine availability.
Coach Hargiss drills the Normal squad ahead of opening of school with a week of practice. Key players like Hendrickson and Harold Ulter returning. plans include a September 6 practice and evaluation of halfback spots. Some Emporia players may visit while Kansas National Guard gear is reported scattered.
Coach Craig, longtime athletics leader at Ottawa University, departs for Stockton California to take a position with the UL Met. He will devote time to teaching work and attend the Panama-Pacific Exposition before beginning duty on September 15. Craig is a Kansas City athlete known for a fixed record. FOR SALE Two ten feet of also several smaller Tosford investment o.
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