Governor Capper honors fallen Kansas soldiers with certificates
In his final address Governor Capper announced 4000 of over 81000 Kansas men who served in the war have died. He ordered a compilation of the names and planned to send relatives parchment certificates signed by Capper Adjutant General Huffman and council of defense chair Waters. The certificate quotes Lincoln and vows the dead shall not have died in vain. Harley will attend the Topeka legislature as noted.
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Topeka
Kan
Kansas
Capper
Governor Capper
C.S. Huffman
H. J. . Waters
State Council of Defense
State of Kansas
Abraham Lincoln
NO EXCUSE FOR HEAVY LOSSES OF 35TH
Governor Henry J. Allen told a city auditorium audience that airplanes and transportation facilities bore responsibility for heavy losses suffered by the 43 Division in the Argonne drive. He praised Brig. Gen. Charles J. Martin, former Kansas Adjutant General, and criticized the removal decision that preceded the division’s battle.
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Chas. J. Martin
Kansas
Martin
Fron
Fragrant Weed and Early Uses in Exploration
Fragmentary notes describe the fragrance of tobucco herbs said to be used by natives of Cuba for scent and smoking. The text mentions Columbus and early voyages, with references to America, Trails, Triars, and New Jersey in a partial account of exploration and procurement of herbs for perfume and chewing.
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America
Columbus
Cuba
Gold Medal Brand Capsules Promoted In Blurred Ad
An old advertisement repeats warnings of diseases and promotes Gold Medal Brand Capsules imported from Holland. It claims the product has stood tests for two centuries, with a money back guarantee if unsatisfied, and urges readers to buy the sealed three sizes. The text also includes a cinema note for a Bowersock Theatre screening of a Norman Talmadge film featuring Lucile Westbrook and Jo Marshall.
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Bidney
Dissenae
Fespert
Pere Sons
Rena Ss
Wankind
Holla
Joseph M. Sehenck
Norman Talmadge
Bowersock Theatre
Lucile Westbrook
Norma Talmadge
Jo Marshall
Eugene O’brien
Date
Kansas Casualty Roll of Honor Names
A damaged clipping lists Kansas servicemen with statuses such as killed in action wounded missing and died of wounds. It names individuals including Med of wounds recipients and Private Edy Sullivan along with others from Lawrence, Milford and Centralia, noting corrections and updates from Garden City and other places.
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Bich
Lawrence
Carpenter
Edy, Sullivan
Cesitralia
Dais
Michael Duffs
Mineral
Raymond Henicks
Axtell
Francis Horton
Horton
Laven ‘Tl Manning
Salina
Fred H. Marey
Milford
Thomas J. Eng
Frank W. Herritt
Atist Senate
Blaine A. Aunt
Iwood Falls
THEY AREN'T BROKE Yaks Leave England for Home With Cash
American soldiers ordered home after the armistice carry funds from England. Officers record some men have substantial money, with payments converted from pounds to dollars so they exit with their own money. Some men saved as much as 40 pounds while awaiting homeward measures.
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England
Liverpool
Eng
Hed Cross
London
Arminiea
Lim
Itv
Sultan of Morocco Decrees Cat Containment
An obscure royal proclamation targets Moroccan cats, ordering authorities to corral thousands of felines. The decree, issued by a sultan, demands strict confinement of cats in houses and urban areas, with enforcement varying by district and housing rules.
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Wien
Morocco
Samav Ohew
Thengkeng
Colors of the Church Militant and Royal Reference
Fragmentary notes describe red and white colors linked to church and royal symbolism. A historical account mentions Henry VI and the French king, noting shifts in color symbolism and a reference to a large 108,000,000 bushel figure tied to a harvest.
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Henry VI
Aie Dings
Uae
Trotelahia
Five Bravery Medals Won By Lawrence Boy
A Dublin Chronicle item recounts Lawrence Nevin, son of Nevin, a bacteriologist in a Red Cross hospital in France, who earned five decorations with the French forces. He first joined an ambulance corps after his smashed vehicle, then transferred to the Foreign Legion where he received the Fourragere and the Legion of Honor amid combat in Villiers-Collerets. His family notes include a composer uncle Ethelbert Nevin and brothers serving as ambulance drivers in Italy.
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Nevin
University of
Hesa
Poereiga de Rieu
France
Villiers-Collerets
Legion Etrangere
Foreign Legion
Ite
Culcach Rellert
Ethelbert Nevin
Ter
Red Cross
Italy
Barton County Plans New Bids On Highway Contract
Barton County commissioners voted to readvertise for bids on a monolithic brick highway project after rejecting the previous contract. Critics said 53 000 per mile would be too high, since the total price neared 1 5 million. The delay reflects higher material and labor costs since petitions were signed.
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Barton County
Great Bend
Kan
Harton County Board of Come Erk
Allentown Mover Promises Better Shoes for Family
Tramring 18 miles a day, Mr EL M Foreman, a mail carrier of Allentown, Pa, says extra soles and sturdy heels will save families money. The note claims quick, reliable footwear as a solution for daily long walks and frequent wear.
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EL. M. Foreman
Allentown
Boston Poultry Show Opens With Over 10000 Birds
Dr Orelup announces the annual Boston poultry show opening today in the Mek building. More than 10000 birds from across the United States and Canada are exhibited as the week long event begins.
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Dr. Orelup
Mek -Building
United States
Canada
Boston
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