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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1916
Page
2
The fragment references mass mailing and post office listings, wartime mobilization of guardsmen on the border, and a note on the American Bible Society distributing khaki bound scriptures to soldiers. It hints at public sentiment, home front strain, and religious solace as the war effort continues.
The article outlines support for Colonel Lipple's bid for Congress in Dough County with League Thorviet and fellow counties backing him. It notes a manly, straightforward campaign and broad hopes for Republican victory, while discussing university ties and regional political dynamics.
Fragmentary OCR reads as a local notice or event line from a medieval or ceremonial text. Names appear garbled, with references to people, places, and a marriage or meeting context. Exact identities and dates are unclear due to broken transcription.
A damaged newspaper notice yields partial details for a local sale with readable fragments naming the sale action and local officials.
A fragmented note discusses public meetings, voting and opinion on political topics. It mentions hearsay about speakers and possible city affairs, with unclear names and dates, reflecting uncertain turnout and community concerns.
The report notes a surge of women and girls in Kansas fields due to a labor shortage. It mentions Maud Mullet and a judge’s reaction, with fragmented details about amendments and a reference to Manuel and a six wheeled buggy.
The report highlights farmer support for modern methods over traditional practices as a tractor demonstration attracts a sizable delegation. It notes ongoing Denmark United States talks on selling the West Indies and hints at broad US land expansion, mentioning Uncle Sam as a major promoter of sowing.
The piece notes Colonel Roosevelt joining a more active crusade with New York leaders to confront the plague in a tense political climate. It mentions his dismissal of newspaper men after rejecting progressive faction influence and hints at broader strategic moves before the upcoming campaign.
Fifteen items mention Dr. Rachel S Tenney visiting Mrs Zerby in West Lawrence and her Chicago home. Elder States solemnized the marriage of W H Shields and Eliza Henderson at 840 New York street. A birth of a son to Mr and Mrs B W Lee weighed 10 pounds 12 ounces. J R Hughes and son returned from Seattle after plastering work on large buildings. Mr E F Engle of the University with his bride visits town. Elmer Engle and bride Essie Power arrived home after their Milroy Indiana wedding on June 24 and plan to live in Lawrence until Elmer finishes his studies.
The article notes Roosevelt’s name appears repeatedly in dispatches, suggesting he will be news for many days. The frequent appearance of the colonel’s name underscores ongoing prominence and sustained public interest.
The Holton Recorder argues that no public office values experience like the legislature and congress. It notes a fifty day session demands skill to navigate the wires and methods, and that Kansas counties lose influence by repeatedly electing inexperienced representatives. Senators’ two terms help stability in lawmaking.
Mary Florence Turner Cline born October 2 1876 near Number Ten schoolhouse was the eldest daughter of Owen and Cinda Turner. She married John Cline July 11 1897 and lived in the same neighborhood. She helped the needy, supported neighbors and cheered the sick. After years of poor health she moved to Lawrence to be near a doctor, but died July 23 at her cousin’s home. Funeral July 21 at Free Methodists church with Rev S Enslow and Rev William Jones. burial Sutton cemetery. Survived by husband, father, mother, four sisters, one brother, and many friends.
George Brown Watson died in San Diego California on July 22 1916 at 4656 Georgia Street. He was born May 15 1862 in Alliance Ohio and moved to Kansas with his parents as a youth. He graduated from the University of Kansas in 1884 and later from the law department of Colun[?].
A Kansas City Kansas lawyer profile outlines Judge Lindley’s career from city attorney to probate and juvenile judge. Described as diligent and knowledgeable, he is again expected to receive the Republican nomination without opposition amid a backdrop of prior strong showings. A brief local note closes with a stray mention of a pineapple ice at Wiedennimy.
H B Bullene returning from Colorado lauds the Red-Line road after driving 317 miles from Downs Kansas to Limon Colorado in a Cadillac Eight. The piece also notes G A R members backing Gen Wilder Metcalf for State Senator and limited local support for border family relief alongside acts of patriotism by Lawrence residents.
The Marion township push for county recognition centers on Powell a country school teacher raised in the county who has emerged as a campaign surprise. Voters see him as a young energetic figure likely to perform well in the upcoming primaries as he gains support from both young and older residents.
Public library summer hours run from July 17 to September 1. General and children's desks open 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. General delivery desk 6:00 to 8:50 p.m. on Saturdays. The note ends with a local nod to Wiedemann's brown bread ice cream.
Announcement proclaims the opening of a new fountain at Carroll's News Depot, noting 40 years of service and a reputation for selling CHARs PIPES and NEWS while promising quality drinks at the new fountain. Local store former Smith's News Depot offers pure ice cream and related items, with Wied and epiiuin's referenced.
Mr and Mrs C T Radcliffe bought the near new residence of Geo D McCleery at 2016 Massachusetts Street with modern conveniences and a sleeping porch. Decorators are now in charge and Mr Radcliffe has long supported the other organization. Rumor says funds may be raised to oppose water bonds, but residents support plant purchase and improvement. Co BG Randall returns from harvest fields in Western Kansas. Rak Bara Linen Fabric 25e per box. Mavelones included. McCulloch's.
Prof and Mrs F H Olney returned today from a two month stay in Chicago. Mrs F A Jones visits her son Charles Jones north of town. Miss Julia Heymenbach leaves Saturday for St Louis for vacation. Mrs W Schon of Lecompton spent today shopping in Lawrence.
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