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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 23, 1916

Page

2

Baldwin Fire Destroys Farm Home Early Friday

Fire at the Wines farm near Baldwin destroyed much of the residence while the kitchen and outbuildings suffered severe damage. Firefighters faced frozen pumps and no water, delaying fight as neighbors aided with what they could. The blaze began around five in the morning and intensified when water access failed, with Mrs Wineinger and others escaping as flames spread.

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Burton defends agricultural college reform after visit

Burton rejects sensational claims about extravagance at the agricultural college. He cites investigations finding misuses by unnamed officials and urges measured changes to protect education and avoid undermining the college’s mission. He warns against overreaction that would harm teachers and student programs.

Court frees 15 year old boy from school truancy

Pasquale Bardalo of Rochester weighed 184 pounds and stood four feet eleven inches at age 15. He could not fit in a school seat and quit to work for his father. Justice Gillette ruled he was not a truant and allowed him to stay employed.

Pasquale Bardalo Rochester Pasquale Gillette Justice Gillette

British farmers urged to buy home manufactured twine

English farmers are urged to purchase twine from home manufacturers to support patriotic grounds despite farmers already placing orders abroad. Officials claim American exports are restricted and domestic stock is high, with 1,250 to 10,000 tons of cargo space needed for world supply.

Nile Faber Lavermont Sy iv Atlantic Ft Vetalty

Whistling Buoys and the Navy's Voyage of a Mariner’s Spheres

The report details a roving whistling buoy written into maritime records by the U S Bureau of Lighthouses and the Navy Office of the Hydrographic. Traced from Nantucket to Bermude, it was recovered August 18 1916 in good condition by the French cruiser Marseillaise and handed to the United States authorities.

United States Bureau of Lighthouses Tha Navy Schoner Naptucket Massachuset Nantuet Bréromda Marseillaise Bermndia Sined United States Jornmuetigy Marseil Lise Tle North Atlantic Menor

Tobacco prices in Old Greece trade blocked by French fleet

The blockaded Eastern Macedonia region halts tobacco export from Thessaly and Cavalla. Prices surge as buyers from Egypt England the United States seek cargoes to Volos while firms adjust quotes from 25 to around 60 cent per pound.

Old Greece Cala Thessaly Tobiaces Sertys Cavalla Macedonia Volo England United States Poli Almira i Partipu- Afridan Nakina Svensors Wankinems Pecette Eh ix Realyse Tohaees Exgent Agrec Tobasco

France Plans to Pay War Bills Through Industrial Effort

M. Raoul Peret argues France will fund war debts by boosting productive occupations and stronger U S trade ties. He notes short term bonds funded war costs, while long term bonds and industrial recovery aim to ease the postwar financial burden. officials emphasize reciprocal commerce and US market access.

Pua Dey Associated Press France Raoul Peret Tee United States Peret Chamber of Deputies Ways and Pinana AL Rihot Germany Mike Callimates the Marne M. Teret Bons Sons Indus San Praielad

Regulars Learn to Shoot at Mexican Expedition Headquarters

Reports from the air field headquarters detail steadier discipline and improved drill among regimental troops. Cavalry pistol testing under Captain Bowen and Captain W. C. Short shows promising accuracy, with a new Guique target system using ropes and pulleys. Further tests will judge three inch field gun effectiveness against barbed wire, trenches, and bomb figures under realistic war conditions.

Mexico Xica Dre Iren Fur Tive Cap. Bowen Hyodome Tain Tain W. C. Short Fortifica Artilery Deenea Santana Vurrall

Fragmented OCR Note About City Police and Officials

Fragmentary text mentions Kansas City Missouri police thieves and an acting chief Flaive who quits. A chief Hiram Hymmil is referenced with years and old Wheinas, with unclear events and suspensions. The readable items are disjoint and unresolved.

Hiram H Smqul Ann Vs Set Flaive Gace Hiram Hymmil Chst Wheinas

Fireweed and its spread across continents

A fragmented passage describes fireweed or willow herb as a stubborn plant that thrives after fires. It notes the weed’s spread not only in America but also across Europe and Asia, suggesting its role in postfire landscapes and its controversial presence in the environment.

America Europe Asia

Deep Breathing Provides Daily Health Benefit

Deep breathing is recommended as a preventive health practice. Take twelve deep breaths daily, indoors or outdoors with windows open, regardless of weather. It helps athletes, those with colds, and people who feel chilly stay healthier.

Defining the Heart in Historical Speculation

In a fragmentary note, the article discusses speculation about the heart's origin and the possible impact of Supreme Court comments. It references ideas on the heart’s depths and the notion that life began with an unformed heart. The piece frames early conceptions of biological origin and language about starting to beat.

Truman Lewes Supreme Court

Thought There Might Be More. Twins Arrive at Child’s Yard

A fragment describes a scene at a child’s home where two twins had arrived. The dialogue shows adults noting twins and the boy in the yard responding with surprised comments about more offspring or visitors, reflecting an unclear family joke or rumor.

Little John John Sonny 3

Inkwell Cleaning Routine for Writing Rooms

The article instructs that the ink wells be kept clean by pouring out old ink weekly and washing the wells with hot water. This routine aims to prevent buildup and ensure smooth writing, preserving ink quality and instrument longevity.

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