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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 27, 1915
Page
2
The Journal-World and Lawrence merchants present a Bargains-next Friday and Saturday special. Subscribers receive two $2.00 certificates and an aluminumware set valued at $198, redeemable during the year. Sets and certificates available at the Journal-World office on Bargain Day, with mail and parcel options, shipping charges, and delivery details outlined.
Petrograd reports hundreds of women and girls dress as boys to enlist or work as volunteers. A wounded farmer’s daughter hid as a male soldier in Nieman’s battle. Cities assign wartime tasks to schoolgirls, including hospital work and funding for wounded care.
A letter received by relatives cites allegations that an innocent man was killed by judicial murder amid false charges. The message mentions Frederic Seyfert and references German press reaction. No official confirmation provided.
A garbled note describes an execution scene dated November 5 after alleged espionage trials by tribunals. It mentions a plea of innocence, farewell to relatives, and claims of being an agent of the Micruccan postal service. The text references German press coverage and a controversial execution context.
In Cardiff Welsh army units of about 40 000 will march to the sound of a Welsh Army Male Voice Choir replacing the usual brass bands. The choir comprises selected singers from the Welsh Valleys who competed in local contests and now heads regimental music, adding a choral note to the field of battle tradition.
An association meeting in Lawrence covered topics from rest room provisions for men and women to address reporting, and safety rules. Speakers highlighted the bogus check law, consumer protection efforts, and a new advertising code to guard retailers against fake concerns while stressing business education and community goodwill.
The report describes Turkish troops suffering extreme winter cold in the Lebanon mountains of Palestine with many deaths from exposure. Bedouin tribes attacked, catching Turks off guard as tribesmen seized weapons and camels, briefly overrunning a Turkish arsenal before retreating into the desert.
A wartime note reports that officials rejected the idea of buying flies from the native population to stamp out a fly pest. The decision framed the campaign as insufficiently forceful and drew public scrutiny over the proposed plan and its costs.
A fragmented summary notes a French suppression episode where a paper L'Tomiane Liles was halted for a week during a government crackdown on press coverage. The incident reflects political censorship aimed at disrupting dissent across multiple departments and outlets.
A young soldier was granted leave to travel home to Linden Ayn for the funeral of his mother. The report notes requests and delays tied to wartime absences, with the soldier eventually receiving seven days of leave including rations and travel money to reach his mother before she died.
In a regular Boys Club meeting Lawrence Anelie was chosen to represent the Ro Olub of Lawrence at the Panama Exposition. The club plans to support subscriptions with fellow members aiding in securing necessary funding. David Porter of Ox for Athlete reputation was invited but could not attend. Porter’s absence shifts plans to others.
Bargain days at New Arts and Crafts store Mass 1 338 1 2 Mass St. 20 percent off except threads. Real estate bargains Hosford Inv and Mortgage Co lists multiple properties in Lawrence including 9 room modern brick home with hot water heat 100 ft frontage by 185 ft deep and other houses and farms with prices from 2350 to 2500 and acreage near car line. 1924 mass St Lawrence property ad lists 268 acre stock farm 10 miles north west of Lawrence price 10000 92 acres near Lawrence price 85 per acre. Mass St address ends with 1924 MASS ST. BOTH PHONES 457.
Physician endorsed remedy promises to help thin undeveloped men and women gain flesh by strengthening digestion and stomach health. Claims use by prominent people and hospital-grade ingredients, with warnings to buy through druggists. Budget weight gain claim appears tied to a wheat-based cereal product.
The Journal-World announces Bargain Days offering two $2 certificates and a guaranteed aluminum ware set for 1.98 with a 3 month subscription in Lawrence or 1 year by mail. Offer valid next Friday and Saturday during specified hours only for in office or mail orders with tags. See ad on page 10.
The Beople and Syimphony Orchestra, billed as the largest musical and dramatic organization, goes on tour. Ticket prices range from 50 cents to $2.00 with $1 and $1.50 options. Seat sales begin tomorrow morning at Round Corner in Store.
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