War era guardsmen welfare and labor strike impact
In Lawrence Kansas on December 2 1919, officials discuss safeguarding families of soldiers on state service amid postwar guard duties and Red Cross relief. Meanwhile Kansas City rail workers strike disrupts freight, raising questions about responsibility and public safety during labor unrest. A Russian population decline is noted by a Polish expert, projecting continued shrinkage.
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Nationalen
Red
Nation Guard
Thegament
Kansas City
Gas City
Governor Allen mobilizes volunteers to mine coal
Authorities in other states explore coal supplies for Seniors while Governor Henry Allen deploys a large force to coal fields. He endorses an emergency method to accelerate production, citing past wartime success and a plan to call up volunteers if feasible, while noting insignia and overcoats worn by initial workers.
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Henry Allen
Allen
Acbor
France
Kansas
Kansas cities face fuel regulations contrast with scarcity
The piece argues city fuel rules are prudent, citing Lawrence as an example of early regulation and careful fuel stock assessment. It warns that without measures, a coal strike could halt households and industries, while noting a fake anarchist case involving immigration official W. W. Libray and a dubious deportation bid. It also mentions unclear water status and a promotion for aerated distilled water from McNish.
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Kansas
Lawrence
Altenbernd Family Remembered in Kansas Pioneer Death
Conrad Altenbernd died at age 82 after a long illness, leaving a widow Meg Wilhelmine and grown children. The obituary recalls his emigration from Germany in 1837, settlement near Laverne, Kansas, marriage in 1860, and a life spanning Civil War era hardships and pioneer prosperity, with a large family tribute at J J Gander home and veterans of three wars among mourners.
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Conrad
Altenhernd
Harn Horn
Lippe
Detmold
Hood
Wee
Germany
Kansas
Cour Cikdgen
Wilow
Whiam
Barre
J. J. Gander
Yize G. M. Gander
Coffeyville
Fander
Master James
Yarland
Mic. C
Hisig Mas
Whitewood South
Pacotar
Darey Seme
Darey Seme al Hereon South Dekota, Corvin i Gander
Wift
Kansas City
Edna Kalb
Caroline
Vinkand
Dro
J. Samler
H. Gancey
M. Gant
Phillipine der Nt
20Th Kansas Dedas
H. Gonder
Home Owners Guarding Community Amid Industrial Unrest
The editorial argues that unrest centers in large cities with dominant corporations, but notes home owners across classes have stability and pride. It discusses housing taxes, property, and community outlook shaping attitudes toward unrest and reform. The piece also surveys Topeka coal fields for relief, noting past mining activity and uncertain future supply.
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Steel Corporation
Hutchinson Gazette
Birthday List Honors Noted 20th Century Figures
Detroit born Frederick E Farnsworth general secretary of the American Bankers Association turns 67. Opera soprano Carolina White from Dorchester is 82. Sir Alfred W Dale vice chancellor Liverpool University is 64. Louis C Crampton Michigan congressman is 44. Reverend Alexander Mann rector Trinity Boston marked as years old. A chiropractic advertisement promises a 15 to 20 minute session by Dr Albright in Massachusetts.
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Frederick E. Farnsworth
American Bankers’ Association
Detroit
Carolina White
Dorchester
Alfred W Dale
University of Liverpool
Ats
Louis C. Crampton
Congress
Michigan
Lepeer County
Mich
Alexandea Mann
Trinity Church
Boston
Geneva
N.Y
Today’s anniversaries show emperors, revolutions and wars
September entries recall Don Pedro I abolishing slavery in Brazil and dying in Paris in 1892. Ferdinand abdicated in 1848, Francis Joseph ascends. A Detroit women physicians society forms in 1869. St John G Carlisle elected House Speaker in 1881. Armenia outrages probe urged in 1891. 1914 and 1916 military moves hint at Balkan and Western Front fighting.
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Don
Pedro I
Brazil
Rio de Janeiro
Paris
Ferdinand
Austria
Francis Joseph
Medical Society of Women Physicians
Detroit
John G. Carlisle
Kentucky
U.S. House of Representatives
England
Turkey
Balprade
New York
Morastir
Bitro-Phosphate Promises Relief for Extreme Thinness
An old advertorial asserts phosphorus deficiency causes extreme thinness and promotes Bitro-Phosphate tablets as a remedy. It claims nerve tension eases, strength returns, and the body gains a healthy glow, noting caution for those avoiding weight gain.
Danderine Hair Restorer Ad Claims Quick Result
An OCR fragment touts Danderine as a hair loss remedy available at drug or toilet counters for a few cents. It promises hair stops shedding after several applications and regrowth that is thicker longer and softer. The ad emphasizes beauty and abundance of hair for readers.
Dentists and Surplus Aid Noted in Local Ads
A varied set of classified notices includes a brief mention of a former tenant who served in the Dental Reserve Corps in Texas during World War I, an ad for a Singer home loan offering two years with no interest, and a distribution of surplus food by Mrs. Tome Kennedy through the Social Service League. The surplus from the Business Women's banquet covered rolls, broth, milk, and peas, with a Raw Alley Creamery butter reminder and eye examination ad.
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Dental Reserve Corps
Texas
Tome Kennedy
Social Service League
Business Women
One Year Ago in War News and Diplomatic Moves
One year ago today many wounded soldiers arrived in New York on the Mauretania. King Nicholas reported deposed by the Montenegrin National Assembly. President Wilson notified Congress of his intention to attend the Peace Conference.
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New York
Mauretania
Nicholas
Montenegrin National Assembly
Wilson
Congress
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