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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 17, 1914
Page
3
A battered boxing bout ends with Carpentier narrowly prevailing over Samoth as a tense crowd watches in London. The Frenchman lands decisive blows while Samoth probes with speed, leaving both men battered and the referee declaring Carpentier the winner after a long, hard-fought match.
Fragmented text mentions two sisters and a date May 2, with references to a place or region and a shop named McCollock's Drag Store. It is unclear and garbled but suggests a description of items and paper tablet sizes within a store.
A severe storm battered Sibley leaving streets impaired with fallen limbs and shattered glass doors. Rain and hail caused widespread damage as residents like air and Mrs Wellborn and family endured the night without electricity or telephones.
Advertisement notes a big sale Saturday with sewing machines from Sevan and special prices starting at F4.00. Fireless cookers also offered, urging customers to come early for deals.
Fragmented report states two convictions concealed by the state registrar. It mentions Deacon Arlen and other names, with references to fees and wallets for physicians, and notices about medical reports and repairs. The garbled text lists names and locations, including an Atel sonet county district court and Hull Bros.
Community members attend gatherings and visits across towns including Chester Seiad and Topeka. Names such as Mr. Paul Pradtigg and Miss Pearl are mentioned with relatives visiting, planting hay, and assisting with farm work.
A fragmented column discusses barefoot girls, feminist labels, and social norms. It contrasts passive childhood freedom with eventual pressure to conform, noting girls’ preference for independence and practical limits of going barefoot. It weaves in miscellaneous opinions and local chatter from the era.
Fragmented notice describes ashes of Mame Nordic arriving in a city. The report mentions a singer’s husband and a performance near a park. Details are garbled and unclear about date or venue.
Federal authorities issue a warning to farmers in Windia Missouri Kay Akdalona and Nebraska about extreme conditions. The notice mentions possible disruptions to mint and experimental sowing, with impacts spreading eastward.
A fragmented notice outlines fines for nonpayment of street assessments and penalties. It states a three day to five day notice period and penalties ranging from five to ten dollars for nonpayment, with possible further court action for noncompliance.
In Redlands an effort to rid the city of flies uses large street traps and baited devices. The program targets breeding sites in stables and streets, with traps placed at ground level and periodically inspected for effectiveness.
The readable text shows discussion of farming methods including disk plowing, harvesting, and soil preparation. It mentions irrigation and weed control, with references to wheat, stubble management, and surface packing. The passage implies evaluating techniques to improve yields and prevent losses while stressing proper preparation and labor.
Readable fragments show an early Saturday sale by Aly Co offering Drop Head Second hand machines and possibly new models. Details are incomplete but indicate discounted prices and a limited-time event exposure in a local advertisement.
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