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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 05, 1919
Page
8
Readable text outlines Christmas drive and war time mobilization. Mentions Washington plans, soldiers abroad, food for troops, and aid efforts, with references to Antwerp, Siberia, and Red Cross activities. Improvised phrasing preserves era urgency and public service tone.
The report notes monthly revenue and speeding fines. Stewart paid $207.00 for November, more than half of October’s figure. Captured cases include drunk driving and speeding incidents, with added fees bringing the total.
A Woodland committee reports not yet ready to begin clearing the 2 Te her project, despite local interest. Residents voiced concerns and requests for cleanup, while officials emphasized they must finalize plans before work starts.
Vague notes indicate a meeting outline for electing officers. Names and positions are unclear due to garbled text, but the document references a yearly outline and planning for a cluster of posts. No definite names, dates, or places are readable.
Fragmentary OCR reveals a civic or labor issue involving Kent, the Porritts, and a veteran employment bureau. A planned move or appointment hints at a sheltering or relief effort, with Mahlon Weed and others mentioned in a short, unsettled notice.
The board met yesterday behind closed doors to decide how to apportion insurance business among public school buildings and connected properties in Lawrence. Past valuations were about 94 256 dollars, with increases due to volatile materials and rebuilding costs influencing the decision. The committee on schools planned to report whether the old business and its share would be divided similarly to the new arrangement, with no final action taken yet.
The document outlines how much in premiums each firm operating in Lawrence has turned over to the state for the project. It notes the figures will be ready Monday, then a meeting will seek to settle the situation. The text references Tran and water, asking what it will do to the hun tem.
Manton Wel, commander of the American Lepidnig wnaile, despite early life injuries, seeks volunteering in Pittsburg mining district. He files a petition with federal authorities to join Major Chirk Gold Chevron Legion for service and view.
A soldier requests permission to quit the university to pursue vocational training in St Louis. He claims physical examination is waived. Sergeant Weed of the 187th Infantry has iron fragments in his body from wartime service, rendering him unfit for further combat. A masx with a strong odor remains at full weight. Sir Frederick Bridge, organist of Westminster Abbey, today marks a birth. Japan passes members of parliament.
In November the Lawrenc city saw total fire damage and losses during the month. The Fire Department contended with a notable incident affecting an express shipment and its contents, which were not charged to the department.
G. T. Jeffies Jr. who enlisted in October 1916 receives his discharge and returns home with his parents. He served in the transport service and was stationed at Panama. Though discharged, he remains held as a member of the reserve.
Fiery itching and dawnine of skin described. S. S. S. touted as a blood cleanser offering quick relief and vitality boost. Claims decades of success, no minerals, and national distribution through druggists. Medical Ad iser in Atlanta invites inquiries.
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