Marriage Row and Prohibition Facts Stir Kansas News
The article cites a protracted annulment bid by a banker over his former wife Anna Gould and notes ongoing efforts to influence prohibition debates. It also reports Dr. Philip B. Newcomb’s study showing alcohol-related admissions to state hospitals at Osawatomie run 1.7 percent, with several patients from border counties having easy access to saloons across the state line.
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Anna Gould
Philip B. Newcomb
State Hospital For the Insane
Osawatomie
Beea
Border Counties
Lawrence Journal World Publication Details 1916
A 1916 Lawrence Kansas notice lists Telegraph and News Department terms for daily and yearly subscriptions, addresses for Chicago New York and Lawrence offices, and carrier rates. It mentions service by Western Union and includes stray editorial phrases and weather prose.
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Journal-World
Western Union
Lawrence
Kansas
Drilling Times Reported Across Kan as Nations Vary Projects
Audiences note a range of drilling efforts in Kansas from defense border work to oil and mineral exploration. Farmers plan wheat drilling, while thousands seek relief by cooling measures. The report highlights diverse energy and farming activity amid wartime tensions.
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Hese
Kangas
Guarlamen
Prose
Kansas Sees Record Low State Tax Delinquencies
The state reports its smallest delinquent tax burden in history with 7 of 105 counties paying all taxes promptly and the rest owing only modest amounts, highlighting a frugal approach despite a lack of ostentation.
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Kansas
Judge Hughes Faces Expanded Speaking Opportunities
A reformulation of the satire notes that before his nomination Judge Hughes faced silences in deposition while as a candidate he enjoys five times as many chances to speak as he can attend. The piece highlights the shift from restraint to amplified public appearances.
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Hughes
Penny postage delays described by Testmaster General Burlese
The article notes several reasons given by Testmaster General Burlese for why penny postage cannot arrive soon. It suggests optimistic business figures may nonetheless rejoice, arguing the public can still sort mail by importance while postage remains tied to the traditional cost.
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Burlese
Boni de Castellane Again Petitions Pope for Annulment
Count Boni de Castellane, once connected to the Gaull family, has filed another petition to the pope seeking annulment. The action underscores ongoing efforts in religious marriage nullification, with details on the petition and potential implications for succession or social standing.
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Boni de Castellane
Gaull
Party regularity a subject of amused talk among voters
The writer notes many Republicans have shifted through groups like Greenbackers and Prohibitionists and that political loyalty is often a matter of rhetoric. He recalls in Topeka three years ago half of six Republicans voted non straight tickets, with some backing Roosevelt, Wilson, or Progressive tickets.
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Greenbackers
Farmers Alliance
Topeka
Roosevelt
Wilson
Record on Col Ed Little Highlights Republican Loyalty
The Journal-World notes Col Ed Little's political history from his first Republican vote through Free Silver era shifts and back to the Republican fold. A KU graduate and Douglas County favorite, he is expected to attract strong primary support for the Republican nomination.
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Journal-Worlt
B.C. True
Kansas City
Col
Ed. C. Little
Col. Little
Free Silver Republicana
University of Kansas
Lawrence
Douglas County
Pier Con
Juige L. C
Journal-World
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Democrat
Acte
Lass
Taggart
Republian
Dehiourat
Guyer
Oman
Republic
Free Silver Republicans
Tike
Supreme Bench
Jon
Wyandotte County
Rue
Beneh
Congress
Partiy Kking
Solomon
Riley's Monument Ti and General Wolfe quote in Quebec
The piece recalls General Charles Wolfe, British commander at Quebec, who as his troops moved along the St Lawrence on the eve of battle quoted Gray about heraldry power beauty and wealth and the inevitable hour and mused that Tea would rather have authored the poem than to take
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Riley
Charles Wolfe
Quebec
St. Lawrence River
Gray
Riley and the enduring lyric of the Hoosier poet
A reflective obituary style piece recalls James Whitcomb Riley the Hoosier poet whose songs touched American hearts. The text compares his immortality in literature to classical poets and notes the sadness of his passing while praising his enduring influence on English language verse.
Letter to the Journal-World on political history and party labels
A reader rebuts claims about Col Little's political affiliations and party history. The writer notes prior misperceptions about Little’s party, cites past endorsements and ballots, and argues for consistency in recognizing Little as a Republican despite various cross-party associations. The piece references figures like Guyer and Taggart and recalls past party splits over money issues.
Twenty five years ago upbringing and moves across towns noted
A collection of brief notices records moves and visits across multiple towns. Mr Will Palace, a law graduate, leaves for Rawlings. Mrs Ganes moves to Lawrence for her son Joseph. Van Buren and Tor La Forte travel Indiana to Washington with Al Connor. Mason returns from a visit to Topeka. Hattie Willis travels to Manhattan for weeks. Kim Chiaffant visits Carrollton, Miss H. Rob Fluke and Arthur House return from Excelsior Springs. Local society notes about birthdays, church events, and a young editor’s remarks close the item.
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Will Palace
Law
Rawlings
Ganes
Mendel Centre
Lawrence
Joseph
van Buren
Tor la’ Forte
Indiana
Tdhingon
al Connor
Alice
Mason
Run
Vis Cloud
Topeka
Hattie Willis
Manhattan
Kim Chiaffant
Carrolton
Rob Fluke
Arthur House
Excelsior Spring
Ellie Mortis Redvcts
Tomdr Guaste “Prive
Lawrence Girl Wins Medal at Excelsior Springs Contest
Miss Birdie Baxter of Lawrence won a silver medal in a Friday event by the Excelsior Springs W C T U. Her recitation titled The In Treachery of the Liquor Traffic drew a large audience, who listened with keen interest to her graceful delivery.
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Lawrence
Excelsior Springs
Birdie Baxter
Political reflections and campaign notes from Kansas leader
The article recounts Kansas political figures including W J and Buckner nominees, Free Silver Republicans, Populist endorsements, and campaign speeches. It notes Little's eloquence at the Free Silver convention, his 1904 Salina speech, 1910 rallies in Kansas City, and occasional bolt tendencies within parties. It mixes obituary-like praise with party loyalty and military service.
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Buckner
Little
St. Louis
Kansas
Stubbs
Mitchell
Congress
Guyer
Hower
Republican
Progressive Party
Col. Little
Philippines
Local Angling boast from Lawrence area riverfront
A correspondent reports heavy fishing and abundant fish in a Lawrence area riverbank, claiming neighbors hauled fifty six pounds of black bass black perch and yellow suckers in a short time. The letter notes clear schools of fish visible from the riverbank and mentions large bull frogs. Signed AGT. F O BENSON ec.
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Cherryville
Journal-World
Lawrence
Kans
Bil” Hoadley
Fred Clarke
Brooks
Slough
Huzzah
Bill”Hoadley
Jin
Benson
Elwell Seeks New Nomination After Progressive Split
The Journal-World profiles Charlie Elwell a longtime clerk who held the Republican nomination two years ago but lost due to a Progressive split. He campaigns across the county asking voters for another chance as a reunited party. He is trusted as a capable clerical worker and hopes for strong support to secure a nomination.
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Journal-World
Charlie Elwell
Elwell
Elwel
Paper price talk from Omaha printer on newsprint costs
The Omaha print manager from Pacific Paper Co and A. G. P. A. said daily Omaha papers once paid up to 3 to 4 cents per pound for newsprint. He described ongoing efforts to secure enough paper amid a print famine and constant price pressure.
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Cundiff
Pacific
Omaha
Journal-World
Paper supply woes push Bee correspondent eastward
Victor Rosewater of the Omaha Bee began traveling east from Ohio when a wire reported the Bee was short of paper. He redirected north to visit paper mills hoping to secure a supply. Mr and Mrs A G Wilson spent the day in Kansas City. Edmondson and Berger led bowling scores with high marks. Will Gorrill and H W Boltz left for Estes Park for a two week Y M C A conference returning August 9.
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Victor Rosewater
Omaha Bee
Ohio
Will Gorrill
H. W. Boltz
Estes Park
Lawrence
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