Pension rolls show Topeka district totals and survivors
Topeka July 20 report details pension payments totaling about 7 077 887 71 in Missouri and 1 227 in Texas with numerous widows and veterans on the rolls. It notes more than 100 pensioners listed locally, deaths among survivors, and widows numbering in the hundreds with invalids also recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
Ain Ada Sane
I Ismrck
Missonti
Taly
New Mexico
Iui
Itn Pensiguyts
Missouri
Oklahoma
Tote Vere
Tia
Oo Washipston
Lowe Ib
Mortyni
Lawrence City Ordinance on Oak Hill Cemetery Funds
Fragmented OCR reveals a 1912 Lawrence Kansas city ordinance about Oak Hill Cemetery funds. It details perpetual care, trust for income, expenditure under cemetery committee direction, certification by the treasurer, and approval by city council. The text mentions Section 1240, revised ordinances, and a July 7 1912 approval seal.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hanrenek
Lawrehea
Kansas
Lawrence
Pan- Frente
Ivansasy
Oak Hill Cemetery
Lawrance
Cremetery ml
Don
Rlasz
Mars
Eointhgir Council
Davwrenée
Uli
Sy Howard
Women Health Education Campaign Planned for 1919
A government health initiative proposed for July 1 1919 aims to teach women workers about cancer prevention and health practices. It envisions collaboration with organizations like the Women's Christian Temperance Union and Women’s Clubs to deliver educational lectures in industrial establishments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lion of Warner
State Department of Health
Direnlars
Temperance, Union
State Association of Women's Clubs
Sr Young
Women’s Christian
Women Church
Roosevelt party campaign plans and Chicago visit noted
A fragmented report outlines campaign logistics with mentions of Roosevelt party, Dixon, and potential national ticket plans. It notes expected arrivals in Chicago for a few days and references various political figures and state party considerations.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Iity
New York
United State
Dison
Roosevelt Party
Chicago
Dixon
Fee
Johnson
Cluff
Julie Parker
New Orleans
Louisiana
Bevdridge
Indiana
Devon County cards show vivid art by local painters
Readers note a suite of post cards echoing Devon’s scenery. The piece highlights works linked to Exeter, Myland, and nearby communities, praising Mr Englot and Frank Entdivot for prolific productions based on original paintings. It mentions London exhibitions and the influence of local landscapes on popular depictions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Devon
England
Frank Wnd
Wil Fats
Roberts
Tien Hetas
Englsjul
Heey Press
Exeter
Engcot
Frank
Athens
von Copallysay
Billings
Hays
Myland
Thief mishandled tip from local spoiling dealer letter
A damaged letter from Peoria Illinois discusses a theft related to a wheel and a counterfeit check. The writer urges the recipient to match a wheel number with four books to identify the owner and suggests a payment of 4.50. The note reveals the wheel was redeemed and the sender failed to disclose full details.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Tras
Fhootter Wanders Through Pale Echoes of Names
Fragmentary OCR yields a jumble about Fhootter a Wahderar and an outlaw described as great yet cursed. It mentions Heath of Kansas City visiting Mr and Mrs Robert Haney of North Lawrence, with scattered punctuation and unclear context.
Donis Kidney Pills End Backache Suffering
A Kansas reader from Lawrence testifies that Donis Kidney Pills relieved years of backache, stomach distress, and urinary trouble. The ad claims the remedy cures kidney issues, with a strong claim of home testimonials and wide availability.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
A. J. Hess
Alabowig
Kansas
Doni
Alem
Hess
Epetien Milbirs Co
Bula Ani
Unpunished crime debate shrouds Steffens testimony
In Los Angeles on July 20 the trial debate centers on the ethics and outcomes of crime and punishment as Steffens and Fredericks discuss the right to fear and mercy. The exchange touches on the justice system, influence of religion, and the conduct of judges and prosecutors in a high profile case.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Los Angeles
Licoln
Steffes
Fredericks
Steffens
Bert Br
Bibery
Paine
Nail
J. McNamara
Willy
Stofters
Tames Ft
Mr. Steffens
Tames
J. d
Len
Jude Aparn
Owell
Hidden Moral Dangers in Everyday Conduct
Fragmented text warns against vice and indulgence, stressing kindness and self control. It condemns harmful habits as a path to degradation, suggesting moral standards and courteous behavior as remedies. The piece contemplates the dangers of stimulants and drugs and promotes steady, positive thoughts.
Autograph Analysis Reveals Character Through Graphology
A text discusses graphologist deductions from handwriting patterns, linking strokes and letter shapes to traits like imperial power, diplomacy, and imagination. It notes aggressiveness in acute angles, superiority signals in the WW, and suppression resistance in certain endings, implying a refined but powerful personality.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Hinds
Forgetful woman and late calls at New Rochelle exchange
A New Rochelle reader recounts a forgetful woman who asked the day operator to ring her up each morning at nine. The operator misheard, and the timing shifted to two o'clock for days, while the woman insisted she needed a nine o'clock call for a routine she could not recall. The tale touches memory lapses and the exchange’s attempts to assist.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rochelle
Central
Tor
Élock
York
Meagre Salary Pushing Parish to Economize
Fragmentary note discusses ministerial pay and church finances. It mentions a plan to save money by limiting entertainments to attract youth and reduce wedding fees, with references to local figures and terms like “Iherritty” and “Marlborough.”
Perils of chasing flawless bodies and mythic health
The piece muses on false ideas of perfection in physical culture and beauty, contrasting ancient ideals with modern expectations. It critiques a society fixated on pristine form, arguing that true strength resists hollow standards and real achievement lies beyond superficial ease.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Bps
Apollo Belviderm
Derrick
New York
Meadleal_R. ord
The United States Army: Nation's Best Trait in Service
The piece extols the U S army as greatly trained and highly efficient. It claims the army leads in initiative and control, spends more per soldier than any other nation, and cites strength across field, coast, and artillery, with emphasis on equipment and support branches.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
United
Antillery
United States ‘Army
Piles Cured at Home by New Absorption Remedy
An advertisement promises home treatment for piles with a new absorption method. It claims relief without surgery and offers a free trial sample by mail, citing references and a local contact in Sommers, Bebd, and nearby locations. The text is fragmented but positions a direct mail offer for trial doses.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pony Béauty’s Mirror
Jon
Jiazel
Elinfc
Shearpfton Dee Ulsino
Othees
Mre- M
Sommers
Res. F. Bebd
Ind
Guest etiquette note from unclear source
A fragmented notice discusses hosting a guest with vague instructions and stray phrases. The readable parts hint at service or reception ideas but lack concrete details, dates, or named entities to anchor a fuller summary.
Also Mentioned on This Page
Texas
Point
Tex
Wills
Victoria
Stallings
Sud
Cardyi
Mary- Aiieabet
Forse Courtney
Lawree
Bayne
Haskel
Lawranee
Kanik Mary Elizabeth Mord Ciéy
Lawrenee
Valie Bayne
Uysal Poe
Lawreniee
Leesa
Mary Lewis
Lake View
Shooting ‘Ee Fishing Association
Eliza Sweezer View
Shootins, Wishing Association
Lake
Ee PS
J. WO
Bayon
Holick
Manis
Hoblick
Sta Fe
Wilgrims
Pitmouth
Elias
Banta Fes
Tigelis
Santa Peilds
Santa
Aoe Frye
Burnett
Act
Eme Lwrence, Kansay
Willie Blind
Lawrence Transfer
Br Gill
Nti
Tla
Vy Hutchings
Frink
Will
Dagott of
Atercicg
London
Bae
Medical Association
Yale
Pennsylvania
Nason
Cannan
Alicia
Hotey
Foley
Sen
Lincoln Steffina
Gom
Petia
Jude
Jayes
MtNamara
Scrytine
Triad
Steffe
McNamar
Steffatis
Goldital
Darrow
Wittess
Franklin
Kaiser
Saperte
Marlborough
the. Best
wWerten
Ir Malhamanahip
Quality“Grocerien’, En Ee
Rae
Conrad
S ‘Coifes
Tena & i
This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!