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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Feb 13, 1925

Page

9

Merchants Leader Fret P Mann to Speak at Chamber Lunch

Fret P Mann of Devil's Lake North Dakota a noted retail figure will address the regular Chamber of Commerce luncheon Tuesday. He is secured by the University extension division to discuss merchants short course programs in Salina and Hutchinson next week and is a director of the National Chamber of Commerce.

P. Mann Devil's Take N. D Will Jett Chamber of Commerce Mann Salina Hutchinson Devil's Lake National Chamber of Commerce

Assessors to Meet for County Enumeration Instructions

County clerk E C Bussing will brief deputy assessors at 10 o clock February 21 in his office. City enumerators and deputy assessors meet February 23 at Bussing s office to receive instructions. Enumeration begins March 4. this tenth year adds population statistics to general data collected by enumerators.

E. C. Bussing City of Lawrence

Robbery Loot Totals 18000 In Detroit Express Truck Theft

Four men forced two express company workers and an additional agent into a touring car after hijacking an express truck. The vehicle carried merchandise valued between 15000 and 18000 dollars. A fifth man then drove the stolen truck away. Authorities describe it as a bold holdup in Detroit on February 12.

Detroit American Railway Express Company John Kirk Edward Harrington H. L. Lusk Bainbridge, Ohio Express Messenger

Crossword Puzzle Teaser Reflects Irregular Grid Clues

The page presents a fragmented crossword puzzle with horizontal and vertical clues, including Discover, Engrave with acid, A legume, Shelters, Heads, and many numbered entries. The text appears garbled with missing sections and stray phrases, offering a window into an old newspaper puzzle column.

Wheat May Be Emblem for Kansas Banner Debate

Topeka Kansas February 12 Wheat may become the official emblem of Kansas after the house of representatives voted to reconsider yesterday’s decision to adopt a state banner. A lengthy debate ended with the sunflower losing to wheat and a motion to revisit the banner question being approved.

Topeka Kan Associatod Press Kansas House of Representatives

Lincoln days recalled by Belleplaine resident

Belleplaine Kansas February 12 Abraham Lincoln is described by Mrs. Ella P. Reitz, a longtime resident, as social and stylish in a fur plug hat and trousers. She recalls peeking into a living room at age nine where Lincoln and Stephen A. Douglas were guests. The weekend parties she witnessed were held on her father's farm in Logan County, Illinois, before the family moved to Mount Pulaski.

Belleplaine Kan Abraham ‘Lincoln Ella P. Reitz Stephen A. Douglas Logan County Illinois

Lincoln county seat noted in a mounted scene

A fragmented account describes a man arriving in Mount Pulaski with a gray rawboned horse in a one horse shay. Mrs Reitz offers a reference to his striking facial features and his appearance as he faces trial cases in town.

Lincoln Mount Pulaski

Baldwin Residents Welcome Visitors On Pleasant Tuesday

Mrs J H Gander of Topeka and Miss Elizabeth Ward of Duncan Falls Ohio visited Baldwin guests of Rev James H Gander. The outing sparked memories for Gander who once taught the founder’s pupil Ward. Bonnie Custer suffered a croup attack this week while Dr O E Allison attended ministerial conference in Kansas City. Samuel Hughes to Ottawa for J H Hatter visit. May Hater in critical condition. prayers offered for recovery. The Thikona Camp Fire and guardian Miss Ferne Stephens plan a Valentine party at Mary Elizabeth Brown’s home Saturday evening. Mrs H K Ebright spent Monday in Ottawa with friends. Mrs Katherine Church travels to Topeka to consult throat specialist. Lucy Lane acts as chaperon. Grace Dean returns from Roswell NM with daughter Mrs Ruell Hanks for Baldwin visit. Jean and Martha Bretnall recovering from serious illness. Jackson Jubilee Singers of Kansas City give concert at Centenary Hall to applause. program featured plantation melodies and Mrs Jackson’s soprano. Leisure Hour club hosts next Tuesday. Philamathean club hosts Valentine party with program and refreshments. Lincoln’s birthday observed at Baker Chapel with address by Dr Thomas I Hartis.

J. H. Gander Topeka Elizabeth Ward Duncan Falls Ohio Baldwin James H. Gander Gander Dr. O Allison Kansas City Samuel Hughes Ottawa J. H.,hatter Homie Hatters Miss May Thikona Guardian Ferne Stephens Mary Elizabeth Brown H. K. Ebright Katherine Church Alpha Chi Omega Lucy Lane Jackson Jubilee Singers Centenary Hall Thomas L. Harris 8Th Street Charles C. Leonard Philamathean Club 6Th Street Ernest Elizabeth Leach Helen Leonard Alfred E. Leach Ruby Carter Lincoln Baker Chapel Thomas I. Hartis

Flapper Rena Rice and local events at Baker college

A jumble of notes recounts a flapper described as both untamed and beautifully respectable, delays by the Epworth League performers en route to Baldwin, a late dinner, and plans for Bek er's 67th birthday at Centenary with radio addresses. Alumni secretary Thomas A Evang reports Baker party plans. faculty and students prepare music and speeches.

Senate weighs gas industry probe led by Trammell

Washington February 12 Senators debated a resolution by Senator Trammell of Florida to have the federal trade commission investigate recent arbitrary increases in gasoline prices with intent to prosecute if law violations are found. The inquiry would be conducted with dispatch amid local six cent a gallon hikes noted in the past two weeks.

Washington Senate Trammell Florida Federal Trade Commission Trade Commission

Turbine Locomotives Promise Power For Rail Trains

Stockholm dispatch reports Sweden’s turbine locomotives show 45 to 50 percent coal savings and can run 600 miles on a single water load. The Ljungstrom design replaces pistons with turbine blades, promising lower fuel use, fewer crew, and smoother operation, edging steam and electric contests. Also local notes and a car advertisement from Butler Sanderson Motor Company.

Stockholm Associated Press Sweden Gothenburg F.ljungstrom Ljungstrom

Fairview Community Notes From Sibley Co op Meeting

The Sibley Co operative Association held its annual meeting and election in the Fairview church basement on Tuesday with a bountiful dinner at the end. Edna Koehler visited the school and the Peters home. Bert Day and Mildred attended a Lecompton Vinland basketball game Friday. many locals and guests visited friends and relatives in Lawrence, Kansas City, and Pleasants. Rev. Ira Willard and other pastors were hosted, and a son was born to Mr. and Mrs. Seele. quarterly conference led by Rev. Fred Bailey takes place in Vinland and Fairview.

Dorothy Lone Star Peter Dreher Rose Arthur Schultz Oliver Schultz Lake Views Helen Betty Dreher Bert Mitchell Farmland Will Cannon Lawrence Peters Home C. A. Nisely Floyd Nisely Peters Mabel Paul Koehler Charles Shirar Simmons Hospital Lewis Howard Mr. Nisely Sibley Co-operative Association Fairview Church Edna Koehler Bert Day Mildred Vinland Lecompton Albert Lynch Charles Howard Howard George Markley Otto Dreher Leary Robert Groves Kansas City William Hines KE. Leary Olathe John Smoots Burk Eddwards Fred Bowlen John Marlow Kitrick Raymond Robert Walker Vinton Peters Walter Howard Roy Frisby Independence Griffin Home Fred Bailey Fairview Otis Lindell

Joint Ease for Stiff Joints

Pharmacists say when all other remedies fail Joint Ease will succeed for joint ailments only. It loosens joints quickly and promises fast relief. Available 60 cents a tube at Round Corner Drug Co and druggists nationwide. When Joint Ease enters joint agony leaves rapidly.

Round Corner Drug Co Alwa Adv

Creomulsion Promised Cure for Chronic Coughs and Colds

Advert storyboard touts Creomulsion as a twofold treatment that soothes inflamed membranes and kills germs causing throat and lung troubles. It claims creosote as the key healing agent, absorbs into the bloodstream, and pledges guaranteed satisfaction with a money refund if not relieved.

Sreomulsion Co Atlanta

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Fred Mann C. of C Fea Jes QO. H. Ehret Columbus Miami Fla House Abraham Lincoln Baldwin ‘News Rena Rice Rena Dackson Epworth League Bennett |Ela G. N. Root Zeta Tay Alpha A. G. Woodard Alfred’ E. Leach Veiorence Hugh P. Hartley Jersey Street Monnday Thomas A.evang Beker Rmusic W. B. Fleming Emil Liston Baker ‘Alfurnni Fade Wi Glee Rankin’s Drug Store Mass United Cloth Hat and Cap Makers of North America Pete ATC Butler-Sanderson Motor CO Butler Sanderson’ Motor Company Evelyn Eugene Alaska True Story A. W. Cole Vermont St National Army Stores Co Olson Bros Brunswick Palmer Tire & Battery Company J. K. Meinertz 9Th St
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