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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1916
Page
4
The Journal-World launched a contest offering pairs of orchestra seats to Hobson's Choice at the Bower Theater next Friday for the best six essays on why women should or shouldn’t propose. Entries must be under 100 words and appear in yesterday’s issue.
Williamstown reports Judson Holt conducted a public sale at his farm north of town. Holt and his children plan to relocate to Oklahoma soon after purchasing a farm there. Several passengers linked to Lawrence and Topeka were noted in the damaged text.
Readers discuss a 1916 Leap Year proposal theme asking women to propose to men and whether such acts reflect propriety and joy. The Journal-World invites essays addressing the idea, with Viola Roach quoted as actress in a related play offering opinions and urging timely submissions before the noon deadline.
A fragmented note describes a community gift plan where a one dollar fifty cent hat would be exchanged for a yearlong Journal-World subscription as a Christmas present. It mentions giving to relatives or friends and includes misread names and stray phrases about local residents and merchants.
In St Joseph Missouri local pharmacists doubted Vap O Rub could ease coughs and colds in minutes. Elegant testimonials from five residents describe rapid relief from coughs sore throats and colds after rubbing the salve on chests throats and jaws. The ad claims Vap O Rub soothes chest congestion improves breathing and is available in several sizes from Vick Chem Company Greensboro NC.
The readable parts describe a series of personal notes and scattered activities. Mentions include Mae, Boing, Neha, and Sehaol, with references to school, weekends, and meals. The overall text appears as a garbled diary-like record with no clear single event or public notice. The fragmentary nature limits coherent summary.
A tangled notice describes a Chisago vaudeville performer filing suit for 25000 against Detroit real estate operator Arrald Zumstein for breach of promise. The case is dropped as publicity concerns rise after a high profile divorce and alleged bigamy case in Terre Haute.
The speaker stresses that giving children gifts is fine but securing a home and clothing is more essential. They warn that without proper fire insurance or adequate coverage, readers should consult Chariton and Melton immediately for protection against large losses.
A partial quote from the Derrolf Free Press questions what kind of man he is and describes him as someone who will instruct his stenographer to call you on the telephone and keep you waiting before asking a favor.
A short item notes a change of scene after grief with women finding renewed strength away from familiar places. The piece hints at coping through new surroundings and growing resignation to life’s inevitabilities. Also promotes a Dunimire special on home grown honey frames for 25 cents.
A dated advertisement from The Lady's Magazine in 17388 seeks a capable man of light weight to serve a lord. Duties include waiting at table, household duties, tending horses, reading aloud, rising early, obedience to master, and polite companionship. Wage unspecified, age around fifteen guineas.
Fragmentary dialogue describes visitors moving in and furniture being placed. A notably large and handsome cellaret draws attention as a point of interest. The excerpt hints at social call etiquette and an implied expectation of hospitality.
Uncle Charlie asks why nephew visits Freddie’s more often. Jack replies he does not have to be careful at Fred dies House, implying caution at Freddie’s place.
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