Lawrence Journal World 1916 Misc Notes and Features
A misc snippet from the Lawrence Journal-World includes editor contact details in Kansas, a note about delivery by 7 p m and Westin Union, a 1916 dateline, and scattered social commentary. It references Hidton C Newby and the Random Enterprise, a Kansas City woman Peppers, and casual opinions on fashion, sleep, diet, and longevity of editors, plus faint references to Pine Sky laws and early express shipment figures.
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Lawrence
Kansas
Westen Union
Hidton C. Newby
The
Journal-World
Random Enterprise
Man Finds Slave West of Collidge in Mountain Crossing
A fragmentary report notes a man fearing there would not be enough to meet a need uncovers a slave west of Collidge who crossed toward the mountains. While awaiting a Kan composer for a state song, Kansas troops may join in a rustic ritual of the herder as the line of events shifts toward July and August.
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Mitha
Collidge
Kansas
Herder
Old Town
Lawrence Residents Watch Canal Guard Scrutiny
Citizens in Lawrence remain confident that Captain Krause's company equipment will stay in service if Villa or his followers attempt a Columbus stunt at Male Vu, while debate continues over General Wood's criticisms of the Canal Guard.
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Wood
Canal Guard
Lawrence
Krause
Villa
Male
Seaside Sharks and Civic Strength in a Turbulent Text
A Lawrence man critiques seashore resort power, arguing most shark threats rise from maleowned hotels, while civic duty and citizen soldiers endure. The passage contrasts capitalist strain, military readiness, and the need to test systems before crises end. It hints at postwar army restructuring and civilian officer leadership.
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Ocean View
Lini
Patriotism in peace and war tests loyalty across society
Citizens from all walks of life respond to rumors of conflict while others study developments ready to do their bit. Thousands serve as citizen soldiers along a border line, sacrificing careers to answer the call. War exposes virtue and vice, as canned beef scandals and taxpayer charges test patriotism in ordinary life.
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Rio Grande
Ilitare
Dean
Funes
Patriotism and conduct during the national anthem
Citizens in autonomous cities and watchers at Fourth of July events risk injury and insult by lingering in place and misbehaving during "The Star Spangled Banner." The piece urges prudent patriotism, training children for citizenship, and avoiding dangerous or disruptive displays even when grand pageantry feels tempting, noting the value of quiet respect over showy devotion.
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Autonon Siles
We Beauty
High Cost of Hate and War Costs Across Centuries
The piece argues hatred remains costly beyond the price of wars, contrasting modern conflicts with Napoleon’s era. It cites figures from Thomas P. Horan about war expenses vs potential social uplift, urging arts and enlightenment as tools to reduce hate and prevent future wars.
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Napoleon Bonaparte
Ontenerre
Teutonical
Ished
Local Personal News From Joplin To Topeka And Beyond
Miss Orena Darnell of Joplin Missouri and others visit Charleton. Mrs Byron Parcels hosts guests with plans to spend summer in Colorado. Miss Osa Ghurtney leaves for Colorado while Miss Opal Holmes returns to Kansas. Attachees visit Chicago Grand Rapids Sheboygan and Concord Grape mention. Sawed Off Sermon notes a witty line about a wise woman and her husband.
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Orena Darnell
Joplin
Eral
Charletonlay
Lyon
Topeka
Kappa St. J
East
Chicago
Grand Rapids
Mich
Sheboyean
Wisconsin
Sarah
Dana
Mra
It's Wonderful How Resinpl Ointment Stops Itching
It relieves years of eczema itching with Resinpl Ointment and Resinai Soap often giving instant relief. Users report permanent improvement and eruption removal after first use, with the products sold by all druggists and widely recommended.
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Fur
Militant preacher Dr Richard Cordier in Kansas ministry legacy
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Dr Richard Cordier a New England born theologian who led fifty years of ministry in Lawrence Kansas. The writer laments Cordier’s forgotten influence amid Civil War violence, praising his moral uplift and militant stance against sin and alcohol, and remembering ties to his era and community.
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Massachusetts
Kansas
Richard Cordiey
Lautrence
Kingland
Quantrill
Don Lawrence
Church of i
Wetzel Nominating Bid for Douglas County Register of Deeds
George C. Wetzel seeks Republican nomination for Register of Deeds. He has served 2 1/2 years as deputy in the office with a record of efficiency. The piece urges Douglas County voters to elect him, praising his work and urging support.
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Register of Deeds
George C. Wetzel
Douglas County
Camp Sagie Sketch From Soldier Letter
A fragmentary letter from Pri Le Seotheam describes life in Camp Sagie. The writer praises Company UH as the best unit and notes showers and baths, mentions Eagle Pass and Mexicanate areas, and reassures loved ones not to worry about the soldiers.
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Pri le Seotheam
Sagie
Kansas
Topeka Bride Drowns Near Creek Company Town
A Topeka bride under a month drowned near a creek west of McFarland after sunset. Eyewitnesses report several women at the scene including Arthur Clark, a Topeka department worker, with others present. The incident occurred in July, as details from a banked inquiry surfaced and identified several individuals connected to the event.
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Hildur
Ne ¥Son
Topeka
Lesshan
McFarland
Another Town Faces Burdens From City Attorne y
An old article notes the town wrestles with legal troubles as its former city attorney, O Wii Weber, cites failed waterworks commitments and bond terms. The piece hints at ongoing disputes and difficulties in meeting municipal obligations and military supply payments, with backroom negotiations cited.
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Wii Weber
Owaterworks
Character Conference Opens With Teachers and States
A regional gathering to discuss character building in education opens, featuring educators from multiple states and plans for a foundations setup to support ongoing programs and national welfare. The event aims to shape teaching practices and promote character development across schools.
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Ouvark Mountain Esterday
Ny J
Epworth League Institute Opens in Great Bend Kansas
Epworth League delegates from Central Kansas converge on Great Bend for the fourth Central Kansas Epworth League Institute. The event spans the week with sessions on league work and citizenship, beginning tonight. University notes announce Ole Olusson as assistant professor and Steland’s reappointment to fill a vacancy after Maurica H. Reed’s resignation. Student Hane Welker Shepherd returns home due to his mother's illness, having arrived in Lawrence for the summer term. Co C Lescher family and Mr and Mrs A Lescher drove to Overbrook yesterday.
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Epworth League Institute
Great Bend
Kansas
Epworth League
Central Kansas
Ole Olulsistant
Steland
Maurica
H. Ree
Hane Welker
Sheperd
Surmer
Lawrence
Co. C. Lescher
Mrs
A. Lescher
Overbrook
Cross Ball Blue Makes My Clothes White Again
A garbled snippet mentions Cross Ball Blue and cleaning effects on clothes, highlighting beliefs about stain removal and whitening. The fragment references brand names and household use without clear context or dates.
Trial Of Maggie Yeager Continued To Wednesday Morning
The Maggie Yeager liquor sale trial was reset to Wednesday at 9 o clock due to County Attorney Amick absence. It is her second trial. Ed Tanner and Bob Campbell of Aangas City visited Lawrence with friends over the weekend.
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Maggie “Yeager
Amick
Ed Tanner
Bob Campbell
Aangas City
Lawrence
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