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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 08, 1925
Page
4
The Lawrence Journal-World print edition from July 8 1925 lists subscription rates and contact details for mail and advertising. It includes a Bible quote from Philippians 4 8 and notes that the New Lawrence hotel had been predicted never to be built, a sentiment noted as left unresolved.
The article discusses President Coolidge's plan to lower federal surtax rates as part of a broader tax reduction program. It notes the belief that reduced taxes will stimulate business and boost government revenue through growth, while also calling for lighter government costs overall. A critic questions peacetime savings and emphasizes reductions in wasteful expenditures to fund needed services.
Reader compares biblical rocks to geologic rocks and critiques Scopes trial era debates. He cites Scripture about the Rock, cites Clarence Darrow and a mix of Bible verses, ending with a plea to readers to verify the notes and sing Rock of Ages.
Fragmentary OCR text cites Tom Sims discussing unhappy endings and self focus, noting many single women and men working hard while spouses rest. Mentions neighbors, stirring times, and concludes with farm survey.
A Kansas survey of sixty Harvey County farms by Kansas State Agricultural College finds that wheat yields of fifteen bushels per acre return only one bushel per hour, prompting calls for economical production methods. Suggested steps include better seed selection, soil prep, rotation, and cost awareness such as gas and tire use, aiming to boost efficiency amid competition.
The Kiwanis Club of Vancouver will sponsor a memorial statue honoring President Harding on Canadian soil near Stanley Park. The design by Charles Bates features a tall statue with olive branches, shields for Canada and the United States, a granite lion water feature, a surrounding wall, and an eagle-formed entrance with a pool and seats for visitors.
Manila July 8 Associated Press Major Crispute Patajo retired one of the first Filipinos to obtain a U S Army commission He served in the intelligence office during the early American occupation General Bell credited Patajo with aiding several Northern Luzon engagements and said his services were equivalent to a regiment Retired after 28 years he held extensive agricultural interests in Central Luzon.
Swampscott Mass July 8 President Coolidge repudiates any misunderstanding about his Cambridge address. He said Europe must form a security pact for mutual protection and pledged support. He added no further comment is necessary.
Local corn warnings appear as tall stalks prompt farmers to post signs warning about hidden hazards near a schoolhouse. Difficult drought conditions and scarce water are reported, with scattered mentions of Gold Torn and Tonaps TiWate words.
The piece contrasts past and present fishing styles, recommending a simple approach. It urges using a whip rod, ten-pound test line, an inexpensive casting reel, and light lures of one-half to three-quarters ounce with a single hook to protect small fish, implying more success and enjoyment.
Construction will begin on a one story brick and tile building for Frank Evans at Massachusetts and Park streets across from the courthouse. J. T. Constant handles the contract with completion expected around September first. The 50 by 60 foot structure will house three stores with leasing offered by Evans. New sidewalks will run to the Park and Massachusetts corner, and a former hamburger stand site is being razed to make way for the Evans shops.
Nicholas Oper of Long Island City was held in 1000 bail for two hours after police say he stole a $65 000 locomotive for a joy ride and wrecked it then collided another locomotive. Oper admitted entering a private roundhouse of a construction company on July 3 while intoxicated and fled after being trapped by a broken window. He was unhurt.
The explorers study a brutal butchery in the iguanodon glade with massive carnivorous dinosaur hints. They debate asphalt markings on iguanodon hides, speculate on a larger predator, and plan exploration while evading lurking danger in Maple White Land.
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