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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 31, 1916
Page
5
A fragmentary column recalls Kansas prairies once rich with bison remains and extinctions, while critiquing city fathers in Lawrence and national politics. It mentions President Wilson remarks and a denial about wartime reports, with notes on Harper’s pageantry and a portrait of Congressman David.
A telegraph and post office notice from Lawrence Kansas announces Journal-World delivery details and contact hours. The column also weaves in weather chatter and national politics references tied to President Wilson and urban life in Lawrence.
A garbled OCR fragment discusses wartime beliefs about Belgian nerves improving and mental health. It mentions laws and a perceived surge in something related to Belgian resilience, with unclear references to authorities and enforcement. The text is partial and lacks coherent details.
Fragmentary OCR describes settlers in Kansas amid iron level vesting and gatherings. The text appears to reference a locally notable event or process of people moving to or organizing in Kansas with early rail or price context. Details are unclear due to garbled phrasing.
A reader asserts the best cold remedy is Scott’s Emulsion to nourish blood and strengthen the body. The letter urges using Scott’s before other treatments and warns against alcohol and injurious drugs.
A March 7 bond election seeks approval for $175,000 in water works bonds. The issue aims to end long standing poor water service blamed on the city’s early setup and improve current supply.
The article discusses U S choices on manufacturing and stockpiling munitions versus embargo, noting public pressure with signatures and fears of hysteria. It presents two paths for national safety: build reserves to meet future need or minimize military prep and rely on imports, stressing the right to buy materials when needed.
A fragmentary historical fable from Topeka Capital describes an ostrich alarmed by distant gunfire and a narrator debating courage and fear. The convoluted text features gunfire, battle imagery, and a dialogue about defending oneself, with unclear attribution andDates.
A Senate debate on munitions embargo shows a largely one sided view with most advocates supporting the embargo. Arguments focus on political use and norms of international law while criticizing sales to belligerents as potentially aiding war efforts.
Col James McLean Steele, once of Dong county, died in Emporia January 27 at age noted in a local obituary. He served in the Kansas Volunteer Infantry, rose to lieutenant colonel of the 13th Colored troops, and held posts with Col Crawford in the Civil War era. He later led securities work with National banks and served Citizens National Bank as director before ill health ended his career. He was survived by his wife, sister Eva Woolard of Boise, and I S Steele of Lawrence, among others.
Otto Panetominter died at his home eight miles north of Lawrence where he had lived for 35 years. Born December 17 1543 in Aetden Gere many he served in the German army three years. He moved to Kansas in 1868 and had kept the home place since. Surviving daughters Lizzie Bruekiniller and Ave Bruekiniller and wives, sons Cavi Th and Herbert AL Brigkpryler, and Mrs. E Keefe of Law veliee, Miss Miss Ave Bruekiniller, Miss Ave Bruekiniller. The text notes a large bereaved family and a touching line about an empty place in the home.
Fragmented obituary note recounts a woman drawn into Gilnuds Ty and Jane UWth who died in January after living in Lawrence since ISSF. Survived by husband Eugene Perkins, four sons and three daughters including Abs Florence Emmett Berthap Ray John Sallie and David of St Joseph. The text contains garbled names and dates extending over several years.
A vintage ad touts Pape's Cold Compound as the quickest relief for grippe symptoms. It claims rapid nasal relief, head and body ache reduction, and simple dosing every few hours, all for 25 cents with no taste or inconvenience.
Disjointed remarks show Rev Brown and Dr Ofia speaking at Baptist and Moderated churches in Ottawa campaign efforts. Mention of a $40,000 fund, new seimniee hall called Waa Halle, and local supporters led by Mr Le Wand. Campaign activity noted as ongoing with questions about funds and motives.
Revival services attendances are announced for Friday and Sunday evenings at the university campus, with programs including Sunday School and church services. Grace M. Ne is listed as leading songs, and various other speakers are scheduled.
Mrs Willey Bertha Gtve Willes died at home in Hale Atamal. She lived with her mother Mrs Willer and the funeral arrangements are to be announced.
An old time medical-toned ad promises fast backache and lumbago relief with a warming oil. It claims a single trial bottle will ease pain, unclench stiff muscles, and help readers move freely again.
A fragmentary note claims a simple method to darken gray hair quickly using a sulpho solution. It references a harmless approach and mentions potential itching and a money-related claim, but details are unclear due to damaged text.
National rallying cry frames a wartime cinema feature the Battle Cry of Tec as a proof of American resilience. It depicts a massive defense effort including aircraft, warships, and soldiers preparing to repel a hostile force. The production stars Charles F. Celmar and American talent, with a company of 5,000 and a plan to illustrate the horrors of war to spur unity and readiness.
A garbled OCR fragment references mistreatment and illness involving an individual or group. The text is incomplete and lacks clear names, places, dates, or affiliations to identify the involved parties or context. Further readable material is needed to produce a precise summary.
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