Lawrence Ledger Presses for January Sales Day
Lawrence Kansas newspapers note merchants plan a January sales day amid hotel campaign and city activity while Governor Davis urges abolishing the Public Utilities Commission. Editorials cite wartime German methods and occupation costs as a contrast to current policy and local business interests.
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Lawrence
Kansas
Davis
Uwtate
Gan
Supreme Court
Wrence
Utilities Commission
McAdoo Eyes Limestone Test Site for Presidential Fight
The article notes William Gibbs McAdoo attended Governor Davis' inaugural and is believed to have traveled to test limestone formations. He seeks a solid spot to leverage in the coming presidential battle, amid a small army and reduced outside assistance.
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Congress
William Gibbs McAdoo
Davis
The Wit and Whimsy of TOM SIMS
A compact column recounts pithy proverbs and quips from TOM SIMS on life, budgeting, weather, love, and politics. It notes quirky lines about spending, self knowledge, Red Cross seals, and public office usage, reflecting a playful, reflective tone.
Jap Prince Appointed Lieutenant
A historical note reports a Japanese prince considered for a lieutenant role and mentions his ties to numerous learned and scientific societies both in Japan and overseas. The fragment hints at a broader pattern of royal involvement in scientific circles across nations.
Today in history and world events 1926 style
Thirty five years after Harvey process patent and a slate of historic anniversaries mark the day. King Ferdinand and Queen Marie celebrate thirty years of marriage. Vermont senator Carroll St Page turns 80. Warsaw despatches report a firing squad execution for Datto Niewadomski near Narutowicz. Wisconsin and West Virginia legislators prepare for biennial sessions. Brotherhoo d American Yeomen officers meet to plan a national home for dependent children. Ontario judge Riddell to address Maine Bar on a century of peace. New York initiation for a national League of Nations group led by John H Clarke. Tokio reports a new wireless ban easing access for private use. bill to follow in Imperial Diet.
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Romtania
Carroll St. Page
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Congress
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Toda
Niewadomski
Narutowicz
Poanil
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Anil
West Virginia
Brotherh Ta
Conadler Assue
Chil
Dren
Justice Riddell
Supreme Court of Ontario
Maine State Bar Association
Augusta
United States
Canada
New York
League of Nations
John H. Clarke
Supreme Court of the United States
Dr William Wallace Campbell Named UC President
Dr William Wallace Campbell, a celebrated astronomer and head of Lick Observatory since 1910, will become president of the University of California. He has taught at the University of Michigan and the University of Colorado and led eclipse expeditions worldwide. He has authored numerous astronomical papers and books and holds leadership in the American Association for the Advancement of Science.
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University of California
Lick Observatory
Mount Hamilton
Calif
University of Michigan
University of Colorado
Campbell
India
Spain
Russia
South Pacific
American Association For the Advancement of Science
Kipling Seeks Bid for Early Unpublished Manuscript
London report: Rudyard Kipling’s earliest unpublished manuscript titled At the Pit's Mouth, dated 1884, has been offered for sale. The 12-page diary translations, valued at 800 pounds, supposedly describes Anglo-Indian society and a forbidden romance. Kipling initially questioned authenticity but later endorsed it in part. he has not granted publication rights.
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London
Rudyard Kipling
Duncan Parreness
R. K
Kipling
India
Wee Willie Winkie
Ripling
Bursum criticizes Hardings veto on pension bill
Senator Bursum of New Mexico denounces President Hardings veto of the Bur sum pension bill as based on misrepresentations. He says the bill would not cost the nation $108 million annually and argues the increased pensions for veterans and widows would aid distressed beneficiaries, while noting some quoted provisions do not exist in the bill. He urges the president to correct misleading public impressions.
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Harding
Bursum
Senate
New Mexico
Senate Pensions Committee
Senator Bursum
Congress
High School Notes Review of Dramatic Club Events
Review covers Ernestine Yates play night Spreading the News by Lady Gregory at the dramatic club, plans for a junior party January 27, and next chapel duty. Notes swampfire group lanterns at Memorial hospital visits and a grub social at Elva Belle Lawrence home before Friday game. Names listed among attendees include Elizabeth Walker Moyne Rice Aleene Carter Betty Stimpson and others. Also mentions a lab accident, a Fri grab, a baked ham dinner at Unitarian church, and Masonic notices.
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Ernestine Yates
Dramatic Club
Elva Belle ‘Lawrence
Elizabeth Walker
Moy‘ne, Rice
Aleene Carter
Betty ‘Stimpson
Margaret Posey
Mariam Meader
Edith Morgan
Laura Campbell
Mary, Sisson
Dorothy Rogers
Mary Nell Hamilton
Huberta. Russell
Esther Jane ,Jones
Alma Nelle Sprang
Virginia Verney
Maxine Verney
Helen Walton
Katharine Kibler
Mary Engel
Margaret Gustafson
Irene Getter
Loren Hobbs
Elizabeth Broadhead
Mary Jane Melton
Frances Greenleaf
Eleanor Brown
Mildred Cutter
Miliken Twins
Baldwin News Highlights from Oscar Lane Visit and Local Socials
County Superintendent Oscar J. Lane visited Baldwin to inspect the new school building praising its quality. The issue also covers fraternity and sorority mock cablegrams about a China engagement, holiday greetings, church reports, Baker University ties, plays, club meetings, a Chanute basketball loss, Bishop Quayle’s hospital trip, and various social and community events in Baldwin and nearby areas.
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Oscar J. Lane
Lawrence
Baldwin
Lane
China
Baker University
W. R. Price
Chas. Weininger
C. H. Shirk
Wislia
California
Poison in yew leaves said to affect cows and horses
Although sheep graze yew trees with apparent ease and birds eat the berries freely, the leaves are reputed to be deadly poison for cows and horses.
Turkey name origin tied to mistaken country belief
The text notes that the turkey, a North American native and pheasant relative, was named due to the mistaken belief it originated in Turkey.
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North America
Turkey
Windshield Glass by Matthews Lumber J R Holmes
Advertising blurb listing Matthews Lumber Company and J R Holmes offering windshield glass and insurance related services with a phone contact at 19 and a business location on Seventh Street.
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Co. E. Matthews Lumber
J. R. Holmes
Farm Bureau Marketing Domination Plan Proposed
Chicago meeting hears Bradfute outline Farm Bureau cooperative marketing drive to dominate the field. The group will appoint a new director and commodity specialists as the organization emphasizes service to members. Also notes on animal lifespans and a factory use of electric ring lights to monitor worker movements. The average Londoner’s age rose by two years in the past decade.
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Chicago
Janative Marketing
Foggy London Day Costs Estimated Eight Million
A dense London fog day is projected to cost about 8.6 million dollars in lost productivity and travel delays. Officials note transportation shutdowns, business interruptions, and increased emergency response costs as the city grapples with the fog’s impact.
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London
Beautify Hair At Once With Danderine Cure
A vivid old time promotion promises instant hair improvement with a 35 cent bottle of Danderine. By applying a small strand with a moistened cloth, hair becomes soft glossy and full of life. The tonic claims to remove dust oil prevent dandruff and falling hair and promote longer thicker stronger hair.
This Will Benefit Lawrence Women
Stomach trouble in women is often due to retained waste matter. This poisons the stomach causing gas and sour stomach. The old poisonous accumulation should be cleaned out with simple buckthorn bark glycerine etc as mixed in Adler i ka. Acting on both upper and lower bowels Adler i ka removes matter you never thought was in your system. Guards against appendicitis. Dick Bros Grugetsta 747 Mass.
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Adler-i-ka
Dick Bros
Grugetsta
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