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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1914
Page
4
A sprawling 1914 European and American political summary covers senate talks, prohibition trends, and public notices. It mentions Mrs Pankhurst and international conferences, Kansas figures, and U S political maneuvering with rail and interstate commerce debates.
Fragmentary OCR text from a local page mentions Topeka and a disputed topic. No coherent events or names form a complete news item. Summary highlights uncertain details about people and a place.
The clipped text suggests a discussion of Texas voters and party alignment during prohibition era voting. It hints that only Democrats were altered to vote on the question while thousands of Texans were not. The fragmentary source lacks clear names, dates, or places.
The text argues against private water plants prioritizing dividends over service. It urges Lawrence to act, claiming a new plant would be supported by an overwhelming majority in the community. It frames water service as essential and criticizes monopolistic profits.
A reader complains about misrepresentation in newspapers alleging E. Hoot donated 4P50 to Curtis's campaign. The note asks whether the report is fair and suggests Senalin Root may be involved, highlighting perceived bias and calling for accuracy in reporting.
Fragmentary notes describe Bishop Lillis and flowers at funerals, with mentions of two men buried and families eager for the gravesite rituals. The text references pilgrimages and somber reflections, though many words are garbled.
A fragmentary report notes a voter absent from a local race and a judge named A. uncertainty lingers over the outcome. The text hints at calls to take action or provide guidance but remains unclear on specifics.
The readable content is incoherent and lacks identifiable people places organizations or events to summarize into a factual news item. The fragmentary lines do not provide a coherent report or actionable detail for a summary.
Text fragment describes a farmer named Lawrence living four miles out who uses an automobile to lessen daily drudgery. It notes meals served hot and implies a serious incident on the farm, with reference to a wife and workers. The passage emphasizes reduced labor due to transport and service.
The document discusses Henry Allen declaring he is not withdrawing and will campaign. It notes he may be first or second in the race, while urging Capper supporters to step aside. It also critiques eight hour reforms, overtime pay, and railroad labor conditions.
The article argues Roosevelt’s patriotism shapes political strategy across states. It notes Kansas is volatile, urging unity to stop Billard, while suggesting Hodges’ tenure isn’t ruined and Henry Allen may be favored over other candidates.
The Lawrence Journal-World advertises one copy of Lawrence Today and yesterday at no charge to subscribers now asks them to buy a few additional copies for five cents each. It mentions land and postage costs, with a note about mail delivery and postage uses.
Fred D. Warren editor of the Appeal to Reason at Girard Kansas announces retirement from the publication due to ill health after fourteen years. He plans to devote his time to platform work literary matters and family. He recently returned from a trip to Wichita Bakersfield or Walter.
Fragmentary narration mentions meals and a critic of debt. A stream of phrases contrasts cheap food with monthly bills and a seller’s deceit. The speaker muses on contentment with simple fare over credit schemes and social expectations.
A vintage ad-promises a dandruff solution that dissolves the condition and stops itching by applying four ounces of a preparation each night. It claims hair will become glossy, soft, and strong after multiple applications and urges using Arvon liquid from drug stores.
The Kansas senatorial candidates filed primary campaign expense and contribution recounts. Bristow, Republican nominee, spent 3536.01 dollars while challenger Curtis spent 1946.55 dollars. Contributions include Root with 250 dollars. Representative Victor Murdock, Progressive candidate, gave 200 dollars to the State Progressive Committee. Willis F. Brown and Frank Doster, Democrats, reported expenditures of 3500 and 376 dollars respectively.
Mrs Thomson of Philadelphia recalls six years of severe menstrual pain during Change of Life. She tried doctors with little relief until Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound offered relief, ending pain and enabling daily tasks. She endorses the remedy and allows her letter to be used publicly.
In Lawrence Kansas the trend toward sleeping porches spreads from wealthier homes to the poor, providing cool outdoor sleeping via porches or yards. The feature is praised for comfort and health as summer heat eases, with districts reporting broader adoption and public notices inviting readers to request Lawrence Today and Yesterday copies.
California officials estimate a single voter in Chas Wilson’s condition could trigger an election cost of about 100. The Isthmus of Catalina Island resident will vote with a makeshift board of three stage managers plus Wilson as fourth. The remote precinct lies twelve miles from Avalon. ballots and turnout would be affected by the lone vote and tied expenses.
An article by Whelen from England discusses how mental attitude shapes athletic performance, emphasizing that temperament can burden opponents more than technique. It notes his exposure to top foreign players and familiarity with leading American players, surveying those who will be notable.
Readers confront harsh methods used in animal training at circuses and vaudeville, detailing restraints, prods, and dehydration. The piece highlights public cruelty concerns and argues for humane treatment of exhibition animals.
A dated testimonial from 1902 touts Eck Laboratory Philadelphia remedies for throat and lung ailments. It claims a patient recovered enough to walk after a severe coughing fit and asks readers to request a “book of recoveries” and write for sales. Includes contact at 161 Susquehanna Ave.
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