Kiersted’s Water Plant Valuation Sparks Debate
Wyngkoop Kiersted, once a Lawrence Water Co. referee who valued the plant at 233000, faced city criticism when a later sale capped at 191000. Now with the federal government, Kiersted serves as sanitary engineer at Fort Riley, overseeing water supply and camp sanitation. Critics doubt government judgment versus his engineering skill.
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Lawrence
Lawrence Water Co
Kiersted
United States
Wyggkoop Kiersted
Fort Riley
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Untitled fragment hints at charity drive and local reaction
Fragmentary OCR notes reference a donation to the Red Cross of about $14,609 and a small amount, with mentions of Manhattan and Lawrence amid a scene of public sentiment and criticism toward a perceived slacker.
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Tofeo
Manhattan
Lawrence
Why Manhattan Praised For Giving Less Than Lawrence
The clippings compare county giving amid wartime fund drives. Manhattan residents donate $6,314.50 for a population of 6,500 while Lawrence supporters contribute $1.10 per person for 13,000 residents, sparking questions about fairness and proportionality.
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Manhattan
Lawrence
Secret to Attaining Old Age Through Generosity
The piece urges kindness as a path to enduring youth and serenity. It notes the value of optimistic speech, citing a centenarian’s calm influence, and claims giving of oneself preserves good nature and character. It also reports on World War I era items about Germany, Russia, and home guard mobilization.
Truths And Trifles In War Time Moralizing Crises
A collection of wartime aphorisms on sacrifice and duty, noting gas fears and drafts, critique of wartime profiteering, and calls to action. It ends with a grain delivery promotion for Derby Grain Company.
Playground Notes: Indians edge Playground in tight game
In a brisk junior clash Coach Venne's Juniors and Playground traded leads from start to finish. Putnam blasted a double and a home run as the Indians built a sixth inning advantage while Parker Cox? No. Nutt sparked a ninth inning double play. Multiple locals work paper routes and small-town business scenes appear in Bayville amid an era of organized industry and recreation.
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Nutt
Lee Rogers
Wilfred Hunsinger
Gazette Office
Arlo Putnam
Bayville
Derby Grain &O
Remaining Draft Numbers Listed for Douglas County
A compiled list of draft numbers applicable in Douglas County supplements the Journal-World issue from Saturday night. The long sequence includes hundreds of entries with varied formatting and some garbled items, but presents the full roster of numbers to be used or referenced in county procedures.
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Journal-World Saturday Night
If It Should Rain Late Gardens Would Supply Much
In Manhattan Kansas on July 23 professor Albert Dickens of Kansas State Agricultural College notes summer gardens can provide fresh fall vegetables. He advises sowing ferns and clubagas soon after rain, keeping ground weed free, using three to four pounds of seed per acre, and avoiding cultivation. Beans do well if not too hot, and should be planted by August 15. Professor Rice and Mrs. Rice visited friends in Kansas City yesterday.
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Blood-red flag replacement signals new emblem for Russia
Semi-official Petrograd reports New Russia adopts emblem on old naval ensign, showing a blue cross on white with a small red flag in the center. The emblem marks a shift from the revolution’s blood-red banner to a phased symbol of the era.
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Metal Miners Strike Leads Local District
Metal miners in the district began a strike this morning affecting thirty seven properties. In each mine eight to ten men stay to keep water from flooding the works. The Journal-World notes readers should read next month while on vacation. Also, Miss Emily Perris and Miss Clara Helle traveled to Kansas City to shop and visit friends today, planning to return tomorrow afternoon.
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Leadville
Journal-World
Daily News
Emily Perris
Clara Helle
Kansas City
Case Continued in Dora Jackson Liquor Case
The Dora Jackson liquor arrest case, holding three quarts of liquor, was continued until Monday morning in police court. She was released on bond.
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