Road costs and public works urged to curb unemployment
Governor Capper links better roads to farm prosperity andsays mud is costly. Robertson backs $30 million Oklahoma road appropriation. An Engineering News Record article urges public works to absorb idle labor, arguinglong-term returns exceed immediate costs and demobilization should be balanced with increased road building.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Capper
Sacha
Robertson
Oklahoma
Public Works
H. B. Sparks
the Merchants Bulletin
Resignation of Attorney General Gregory sparks political debate
The letter criticizes Wilson era policy and argues the United States must reward its servants. it questions Democratic stewardship and highlights concerns over living costs and fiscal waste while noting Gregory's resignation as a turning point. The piece defends talent in government and warns against stingy fiscal policy.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Gregory
Wilson
Ial
United States
Democratic Party
When a Family Needs a Friend in Absence of Doctors
A 19th century advertisement promotes a patent remedy trio for influenza and postwar weakness. It urges daily use of Nooads Sarsaparilia before meals, Peptiron after meals, and Lond's Pills at night, claiming to purify blood, build strength, and restore health with ready-made medicines from the local druggist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Noad
Hood
Moad
Lond
Topeka visit stains Wichita delegation’s view of politics
The article notes Democratic leaders face resignations over low peace time salaries and the public acceptance of smaller pay for public office. It also mentions a Wichita delegation touring Topeka and questions the motive behind their trip to “see” the city.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Democratic Party
Wichita
Topeka
Bolsheviks Storm German Press Offices in Berlin
Rioting Bolshevik Spartacists seize newspaper offices in Berlin as their first move to gain control of the German government and underline the power of the press. The incident reflects the volatile state of Germany's capital during the upheaval.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Berlin
Lord Balfour on a league of nations excluding enemies
Lord Balfour argues a league can only be formed by trustworthy nations and rejects the Hun, the Turk, and the Bolshevik as contract breakers. He questions how such a league would meet President Wilson's opposition to consolidating a few powers into a balance of power and asks how Wilson would admit those enemies.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lord Balfour
England
Mr. Wilson
League of Nations
World must oppose German economic victory after defeat
The excerpt argues that postwar terms must include stern indemnities to France and Belgium to prevent Germany from becoming economically triumphant by retaining looted resources. It asserts the Inter-Allied council must act to stop this outcome before any broader leagues or dreams.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
France
Belgium
Germany
Inter-Allied Council
Boston Transcript
Truths and Trifles by Paul C Rankin
The column muses on memory and happiness across eras noting how people chase joy in the present while recalling past days. It contrasts old and new ideals and ends with a light product plug for dyspepsia tablets from City Drug Store.
Campaign Against Social Evil Urges Plain Language Lectures
Lecturers are assigned to address young men and women to counter social disease. They should speak plainly and avoid generalities. Past talks on the social evil have aroused curiosity. The campaign demands presenting real results to be effective.
Birthdays of prominent figures honored today
The day marks anniversaries for Marquis of Lansdowne veteran British statesman and colonial administrator born 74 years ago. George I Pearce Australian cabinet minister born 49 years ago. Pierre Lott famed French author Captain Viaud born 69 years ago. Richard F Outeault cartoonist born 58 years ago. Benjamin B Odell former New York governor born 62 years ago. Eye care ad from W D Lewis optometrist Leader Building urges eye protection.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Marquis of Lansdowne
George I. Pearce
South Australia
Pierre Lott
Captain Viaud
Rochefort
Richard F. Outeault
Lancaster
Benjamin B. Odell
New York
Newburg
N. Y
National Purposes Over Fourteen Points Debate In Senate
The passage argues that practical concrete aims must prevail over idealistic schemes and warns that international control should be built step by step through existing agencies. It notes that Allied powers seek terms to limit Germany as essential for future world peace and cites Senator Lodge on exacting terms.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Wilsom
Germany
Inter- Allied Organization
Centrol
Senator Lodge
Swamp Root Promoted For Kidney Trouble
Drug gists report many adults suffer kidney issues unseen and endorse Dr Kilmer s Swamp Root as a mild healing remedy widely sold in two bottle sizes. A life insurer cites kidney disease as a common disqualifier and urges testing with a sample offer via Dr Kilmer Co. in Binghamton New York.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dr. Kilmer & Co
Binghamton, N._Y
Lawrence’ Daily Journal
Anniversaries and historic notes in a dated roundup
A digest of anniversaries and notable events lists 1697 Judge Sewall confession in witchcraft trials, 1776 Connecticut joins the Declaration line, 1892 Cardinal Manning dies, 1865 naval actions and battles across Europe, plus a Paris award for Gabrielle d Annonay. Also a local notice on canker worm control and banding by David Pugh with contact 2498 Black to start Tuesday January 14.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sewall
Boston
Wiliam Whipple
Connecticut
Kittery
Portsmouth
N. H
Mexico
Napoleon
Eugenie
Orsini
Alfonso Iiil
Madrid
Cantinal Manning
London
Rio
Aisne
Diusianelles
Dt—Cantain
Gabrielle d’Annungzio
David Pugh
Banlding
Werrenrath Encore Reception and University Concert Plans
A note from Ruth Parker praises Werrenrath after his Aeolian Hall recital in New York with an audience eager for encores. Parker urges a Lawrence visit, while a later announcement confirms a January 71 concert in Fraser Hall as part of the University Concert Course with tickets on sale at local outlets.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Werren
M May Ligure
New York
Werrenrath
Aeolian Hall
Ruth Parker
Lawrence Business College
Shou Werrenrath
Lawrence
Meins
Valuable Tree Prompts Western Africa Trade
Fragmentary notes describe a Womwlerfal tree known as the shen, valued for its resin used in native crafts. The text mentions export potential to Europe and rising demand among merchants, with unclear references to prices and producers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Athet
Tobacco Habit Conquered Despite Unclear Details
Fragmentary text describes attempts to address tobacco use and associated habits. The notes mention various themes around quitting, behavior change, and possible remedies or programs, but concrete actions or outcomes remain obscured by garbled wording. The piece hints at health or social reform topics without clear participants or dates.
Fragmentary Note on the American Flag Design
A rough description discusses red white stripes and blue field with stars asked about exact proportions and accuracy. It mentions mothers and chevron spacing but contains unclear wording and possible misstatements about the flag's design elements.
Fragmented text on glass painting and artificial pears
The passage describes jumbled notes about painting on window glass and decorative items. It mentions artificial pears, a green back and white belly, and references to weights and essential oils. The text remains unclear and reads as a garbled OCR fragment from a longer article.
Bracelets for Lunatics and Holdens Mystery Devices
Garbled notes describe dawning devices and bracelets linked to a present day mystery. The fragment hints at distinguishing marks and series of items as potential identifiers, mentioning metered items and distinctions but provides no clear people places or events.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Eiovinh
Clipper te Hentitin Fixed for Need Readers
A fragmentary note outlines a fix or aid for readers of the publication in question. It mentions options like a cupiper and a svilerbine, with a possible decision point by Rultady Dixpress. The text remains unclear but indicates ongoing adjustments or interpretations for reader assistance.
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Sele
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the Journal-World
BY the World Company
W. ©. Simons
Telephones
Business Department
Massachusetts Street
Chicago
A. R. Keator
George H. Alcor
West 11St Street
New York City
Associated Press
Audit
Bureau of Circulations
Bureau of Advertising
F AL N. Pla
Kansas
Journal- World
Farmers State and Savings Bank
Everett True
Paul C. Rankin
Dulias Caesar
City Drug Store
Cea Nee Ny
W. D. Lewis
Optometrist
Leader Bldg
Journal-World
Mardret
Livy Cascara
Quinine
Hill
Spain
Santiago
Reta Teiderk Snl
Sci Peta
Tee
Edison
THE ERIKSEN FURNITURE _co
Lawrence, Kansaa
Jorge Ar Varnieh
Theodore Roosevelt
Christ Episcopal
Gyster Bit
Universal
Maxwell
Ford
C. W. Smith
Lawrence Transfer and Storage Company
E. Sth
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Paris
Lawrence Buick
Mass St
Sam
Roche
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