Tax Law Confusions and Gas Bills in 1919 Note
A 136 Lawrence Kansas item notes futile efforts to keep up with income tax laws and rulings as zero weather hits. It mentions gas availability despite bills payable before the tenth priced at 80 cents per thousand and hints that Justice Department deportation demands for three to four thousand enemy aliens may face override by Washington authorities following prior conscientious objector policy.
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Department of Justice
Washington
Hoover era dishes renamed for patriotism linger
In a Lawrence restaurant Sauerkraut was dubbed Liberty cabbage to mask its Teutonic sound. the odor stayed, and patrons now call it Limberger cabbage, reflecting continued patriotic renaming of foods during the era.
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Lawrence
Lawrence man weighs water boil advisory on sediment issue
A Lawrence resident questions the city water department order to boil all drinking water. He notes the visible sediment in a pitcher of boiled water and struggles to decide whether to remain compliant or seek alternative methods amid the advisory.
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Lawrence
Water Department
Right Arm For Rank The Armory Etiquette For Soldiers
The piece urges correct placement of insignia in uniform as war extends. It notes chevrons for wounds or service on the left arm and rank insignia on the right arm, with medals on the left breast. It also references the wartime censorship change allowing more details of Wilsons European trip to be reported.
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George Creel
Mrs. Wilson
German professors plotted to drug nations via cigarettes
An outspoken view claims German educators planned to spread drug habit abroad to weaken enemies. The writer asserts cigarettes already accomplish this, predicting more drug fiends in the next generation.
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Leavenworth
Times
After Santiago Victory Crowds Cheer Led to Grim Truth
The article recalls sailors cheering at Santiago while commanders warned that the sunk ships meant more death. It contrasts those cheers with widespread starvation and mounting European debt, noting President and Mrs. Wilson’s perception of extravagance amid crisis.
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Santiago
England
France
Charlton Illness Shakes Lawrence Insurance Firm
The Journal-World reports BE L Charlton is seriously ill and may be out of work for some time. Charlton, longtime Lawrence resident and son of the late Judge John Charlton, built the family insurance business into an expert firm.
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The
Journal-World
BE. L. Charlton
Charlton
John Charlton
Lawrence
Hood's Sarsaparilla Triple Combination Treatment
After influenza, the grip, fevers and other blood poisoning prostrating diseases demand restorative treatment. Hood's Sarsaparilla purifies blood and strengthens nerves, Peptiron iron pills aid recovery after meals, Hood's Pills provide mild relief. The trio is promoted as real convalescence and disease prevention, forming Hood's Triple Combination Treatment.
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Hood
Dooley on War Ends Taxes and Public Affairs
The piece notes Mr Dooley’s observation that the war is over only in part and the tax collector continues the war. It cites reactions to the postal zone law, with forty four colleges urging repeal. It mentions Kitchen, a southerner, and argues limits on media publicity threaten southern employers and broader national unity.
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Mr. Dooley
Mr. Hennessy
Christian Science Monitor
United States
Newspaper men should hold a convention
The Atchison Globe laments the policy of using aging public figures like Roosevelt Taft and Henry Ford as newspaper writers. It argues this practice cheats young journalists out of work and calls for a stand against such "has beens" appearing in papers.
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Roosevelt
Taft
Henry Ford
Atchison Globe
Y M C A souvenirs stir wartime probe in France camp
A year after Christmas in a Pershing camp in France an investigation begins into Y M C A practices with commutation cards worth 2 50 issued to enlisted men at the canteen. Reports note letters praising the gifts while questioning if all units over there followed proper conduct. the YMCA provided comforts but charged a price, affecting soldiers without funds.
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Pershinr
France
Outbursts of Everett True Reflect On War Wait Time
The strip notes three extra months of conflict with Germany lingering as prices fall and altitude flights unfold. Spectators watch the speck in the sky awaiting an easy descent while occupation forces remain in Germany. Plans for returning soldiers anticipate continued service until discharge.
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Germany
Money for the YMCA Understood for Investigating Use
A remark states funds designated for the YMCA will be used as decided by an investigating committee to determine proper allocation and oversight. The note emphasizes that the exact use awaits committee ruling and verification.
Red Cross medals fairness questioned over 800 hour rule
The Red Cross rule limiting medals to those with 800 hours of service drew criticism in Douglas County. The author argues many dedicated workers contributed less time yet deserve recognition, urging local committees to use broader criteria and noting aviation decorations as another example of awarded honors based on service advantages.
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RED Cross
National Society
Douglas County
War lessons and public obedience in Leavenworth
A Leavenworth message reflects on how World War I forged federal respect and national resolve. It argues the draft and a large loan were met with little resistance, showing independence and intelligence in supporting the government rather than a sudden, learned lesson.
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Thut
Leavenworth Mes
Truths and Trifles by Paul C Rankin
The column recalls boyhood farm life where boys weed while teams rest and mocks profiteers seeking seas freedom. It notes government conservation, debates on armament, and asserts might does not ensure justice. It ends by contemplating aliens sent back to their home countries.
Accounting for In- Young Fitzwoodie at the Dentist
A humorous exchange between Fitzwoodie and a dentist about aging and wisdom teeth. The dentist muses there may not be enough wisdom to push them through, delivering a light quip on aging and wisdom.
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Fitzwoodie
Tyentist
One Miserable Temper Sours Family All Around
A brief item notes that a single irritable mood disrupts household harmony. It emphasizes the impact of a bad temper on relatives and daily life, suggesting emotional strain and negative atmosphere within the home.
Adler-i-ka heals gas and bowel distress fast
A reader reports Adler-i-ka relieved constipation and gas within hours and claims complete bowel emptying. The ad states the product expels gas, cleanses the upper and lower bowels, and often cures constipation. It lists buckthorn cascara glycerine and nine other drugs and cites a Calispell Washington signatory.
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Adler-i-ka
EK. H. Beeman
Adler-ika
buck _thorn
Round Comer Drug Company
Dick Bros
Drugists
T47 Mass
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Telephones News Department
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Chicago
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New York
George H. Alcorn
West 31St Street
New York City
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State of
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Edison
Eriksen Furniture
Lawrence, Kansan
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Paul C. Rankin
Hti
P. Barber & Son Druggists
Sora
Universal
W. Smith
Farmers State and Savings Bank
Buick
Buick Motor Company
Flint
Michigan
Pioneer
Lawrence Buick Co
Massachusetts ‘Street
E. G Wood
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