Longtime Kansas resident dies after long illness
John H. i and Mrs. dase Hottie j Wille de leaves aulitedn dean children. We joined the Presbyterian church in 1930 and remained faithful. He moved in 1884 to Topeka Kansas, lived there until 1896, then Worden, Maui, 28 he moved to Baaisrrda. He saved a homestead and remained until spring of LOM when he moved to Fall River Kansas. On Sunday December 10 at 12h acm he passed away after a year of poor health at age 72 years, 7 months, 0 days. He was a member of the Ode Fel juyys Fornhaut ffty years and of the Wnights and Lakes of Security. His remains were taken to Lopela by train for Penwall's Chapel. He was buried beside his daughter at Rochester cemetery near Wopeka Tuesday.
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Dase Hottie
Lom
Fall River
Kan
Suni
Ode Feljuyys
Lakes of Security
Berv
Lopela
Penwall’s
Rochester ‘Cemetery
The Towns Interests and Prisoner Release Debate
A city debate over responsibilities for prisoners released from the city jail surfaces in the East Bottoms. Officials, law, and public sentiment clash as residents worry about effects on the city, while officials push to keep prisoners until lawful release. Other text touches on political nominating talk and wartime leadership reflections.
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Jane Judge
Idge
Gail
Menslers
Ensil
Prusiny
Prohibition Laughs Spark Cartoons in Liquor Debate
A satirical cartoon mocks prohibitionists as lawless, labeling them Lawlessness.77 and presenting a biting jab at temperance policy. The scene captures the humor liquor interests used to counter prohibitionist rhetoric.
Despot Kine Peter of Serbia Threatens War and Domination
Fragmented OCR text reports a voice accusing Kine Peter of Serbia as a despot driving wars and tyranny. The garbled lines reference oppression, loyalty by people, a count, and a kingdom under duress, with unclear names and actions due to damaged source text.
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Peter
Serbia
Hayiy
Why Women Should Not Pray Parody on Anti Snaffrage Arguments
Parody by Alice Duer Miller from the New York Tribune argues against women’s suffrage by claiming wives would duplicate husbands, praying would neglect children, and a woman's prayer life is misaligned with natural duties. It cites incorrect premises about knowledge of weather and wisdom in prayer, noting women already pray more directly than men.
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Alice Duer Miller
New York
Tribune
War, empire, and freedom in a conflicted world
A fragmented reflection argues that peace must be pursued at any price, yet acknowledges the wartime bonds that shaped nations. It credits Britain’s colonial shift to benevolent dominion and notes how unions with New Zealand, Australia, and others emerged through conflict, preserving liberty and industrial independence in a fragile balance.
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Aodin
Saul
Savanrery
Britain
Australia
South Africa
Lndin
Inman
Forty five years ago social gathering and political debate
Twenty five years ago Beank Espri and guests attended a Christmas Eve gathering on Vermont Street with Miss Clara Kimball visiting from Kansas. Local talk touched on democracy, Magna Charta and historical phrases while laments over tyranny and preparedness were voiced.
Rabbit cuisine tips for market and table ethics
A column discusses preparing rabbit for eating with methods from boiling to frying and stewing. It notes comments on prejudice toward rabbit, suggests soaking in strong water for hours, and compares rabbit to chicken in tenderness. It mentions rabbit prices at 25 cents and rabbit as a cheaper alternative to beefsteak.
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Theo
Rome
Eriends
Volintius
Lawrence Civelo No. 74 Ladies of the GALT Meeting
Communications in the south and Douglas county residents discuss the interurban railroad from Lawrence to Topeka. Lawrence Civelo No. 74 Ladies of the GALT will meet tomorrow afternoon at the G.A. Re Tad, with U. Daugherty presiding and Enuna Kennedy serving as secretary.
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Douglas County
Lawrence
Opeka
G& AR
Lawrence Civelo
Galt
Aviedurk
G. A
Letter From Former Barisas Girl Reveals German Thought
Fragmentary OCR records a letter by a former Barisas girl describing German ideas and military figures. Mentions Hiawatha resident Daniel W. Wilder and a spouse serving as a German army officer on the western front, with limited readable context and other garbled names.
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Barisas
Hiawathe
Ivon Aira
Sarah
Wilder
Hardt
Daniel W. Wilder
Hiawatha
Samal
Germany
Kansas
Hungary Uses Export Ban To Curb Food Prices
Hungarian authorities announce a policy to halt exports of foodstuffs to prevent price spikes blamed on landowners and traders. The measure targets essentials like flour and dairy products to keep domestic supply steady and protect agricultural livelihoods amid wartime pressures.
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Zarieli
Nlindhyam Agricultmal
Cermany
Budapest
Abi
Fragmented wartime passenger account from German ship
A damaged diary fragment recounts a voyage aboard a German liner with German travelers and an American traveler. Passengers describe warnings about potential capture and a tense atmosphere as officers question travelers about naturalization and travel plans.
Leading Lady Averts Identity in Casting Hype
In a fragmentary review, Aldis Gereride portrays a popular heroine in a noted stage production. The piece praises her warmth and natural performance, highlighting Miss Barker as a strong alternative. Critics commend her English accent and convincing stage presence, predicting strong audience reception.
First Capitol Controversy Shapes Edwards District Talk
A fragmented political piece quotes Congressman Sayp on preserving the First Capitol, criticizing preparedness bills and the Wilson program. It references tax, munition profits, and opposition from farmers and churches, with local figures including State Senator J. W. Lowne and notes on Kansas river history.
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