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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 16, 1916
Page
4
Kansas voters weigh a city water plant purchase with promises of better water, lower insurance rates, and improved streets. The Journal-World notes strong support and urges civic engagement ahead of the March 11 election date as opponents criticize the plan.
The Merchants and Farmers Association members in Lawrence urge cautious support for purchasing the water plant at about 175000 dollars. They stress local stake in water quality, city growth, and job stability while noting strong opposition from others and questioning the plant’s value and impact on rates. University tests show water quality remains good before distribution concerns.
The piece argues Republicans should follow a central plan to unite the party across counties. It critiques factional wings and stresses voting for a qualified candidate with broad support, aiming for nationwide unity and stable leadership for prosperity.
An old classified style notice touts Zemo as a skin disease cure. It claims instant relief, soothing cleansed skin, and painless application with a two ounce or larger bottle available at drug stores. The ad includes dramatic endorsement language and references Cleveland and nearby areas.
A garbled report notes German writer Isa and Teasons on Lusitania talks failing amid ruse and blame. It mentions a ship incident with theft, destroyed sites, stewards missing, and a dean debating treachery while pupils at Lawrence school observe a birthday lesson.
Reports say King George appeals for renewed national effort despite ailing health following a recent public appearance. The monarch reportedly spoke firmly on sustaining support for the war, while critics note his limited public speaking due to illness.
A British debate questions the ethics and practicality of bayonets in modern combat as French and British forces evaluate fixed blades versus detachable knives. Some writers argue a soldier’s dagger remains essential though others seek lighter, more versatile equipment, stirring protest among defenders of traditional weaponry.
Sheriff TD announces candidacy for sheriff and confirms run in the Republic ayn primaries. Wilt Aouns listed among initial supporters and campaign notes outline.
Fragmentary OCR shows names Powish Varney and JOAN RELING amid party primary references. Mentions of county office and finance commissioner candidacies appear with garbled wording. Context suggests election filing or campaign announcements within a republican primary framework.
Fragmentary article notes certain individuals described as master magicians and doctors performing consoling duties for the master and medicines. It mentions a dangerous chemical compound and the potential use of a new dental cream arrival at Dick Bros Norwich with various names and stray phrases about daily activities and travels of Ernest Seide and AL Rice.
A partial discussion of research by University figures on Sunday school teaching aims to improve pupil engagement and moral development. The text notes teacher preparation, weekly lesson quality, and the impact of reading and thinking habits on child conduct and self control.
Sealed bids will be received February 35 16 Gey for Raaling 10 vsiris mane cor less af repashed rock frei te comity yard. Right reserved la rey any or all bids. For further information call Bell 262 AL AL MTitks.
Fragmentary market chatter notes limited gains on sales and questions value offered by mail order houses. The text mentions lips Co and Philip in a rough trade context with hints of demand and pricing in the town.
Fragmentary text mentions a church program and officers but is largely garbled. No coherent event or names are recoverable to form a reliable summary or headline.
Readable fragment notes Mary Pickford and two others in a Bowersock House program. Audience described as adults. details about showings unclear in fragment.
Fragmentary OCR notes hint at a police or official warning tied to a Massachusetts event or agency. Readable items include a store address 712 and references to Tess Drag and a Mr or MP. Not enough detail for a confident summary or to identify persons or organizations.
C.W. Smith, agent at 946 Mass. St. claims the shop can repair Fords by applying the stated rule of always providing service with a gh hand for all customers.
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