Postal Note From Lawrence Journal World 1916
The item notes publication handling at the Lawrence Kansas post office with instructions to call Western Union if the Journal-World is not received by 7 p m and a spy will be sent. Dated May 30 1916 the text also comments on political managers and party problems at Chicago involving Republicans and Democrats.
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Journal-World
Western Union
Lawrence
Kansas
Repub
Chicago
Journal-Aworld
Editorial on filler replacing opinion in newspapers
A fragment discusses editorial quality, noting fillers replace opinion in pages. It suggests some readers and critics feel certain writers and editors in Chicago differ from those elsewhere. The text implies tension between expression and filler in daily paper layouts.
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Ivisas
Chicago
Unclear passage on military leadership and civil law
The text argues a dean backed by a colonel cannot advance, warning that a military man at the helm would threaten civil law during national danger versus peace when public temper opposes such leadership.
Farmers Institute meeting sparsely attended in Lawrence
A Lawrence gathering of the Farmers' Institute drew only four Douglas County farms. The report compares a farmer’s work to that of a fireman, emphasizing readiness to act at critical moments and endure an extended, demanding service to prevent losses.
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Armiers’ Institute
Douglas County
Lawrence
Unclear fragment hints at Hughes nomination and campaign odds
Fragment mentions Hughes and Colonel with vague notes on an overt will, electability, and chances of success. Lacks concrete details, dates, or identified organizations or places.
Fragmentary notes on Roosevelt Hughes and party dynamics
The text discusses tension between Roosevelt and Hughes, with hints of Republican and Progressive divisions. It questions authority claims by unnamed speakers for the Colonel and mentions a new company tied to automobiles and Henry Ford, suggesting debates over policy and leadership.
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Ning
Roosevelt
Hughes
Henry Fordpany
Fragmented Health Preamble Reflections on Cleanliness and Disease
An essay style fragment debates public health concepts like disease control at ports, the link between filth and fever, and the value of sanitation for family welfare and happiness. It intertwines moral imagery with health ethics and child welfare.
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U.S. Public Health Service
Bank of Nature
Patriotism and preparedness debated in Saline journal
The Saline Journal defends American patriotism amid parade controversy in New York and Chicago. It argues patriotism remains strong, condemns claims America is dead, and supports reasonable preparedness while criticizing munition industry rhetoric. The note ends with Dr. W. W. Russ announcing office hours unchanged for a Saturday afternoon.
Haskell Graduates Hear Chancellor Frank Strong Address
Haskell Institute awarded 36 diplomas at a commencement presided by Superintendent Wise. Chancellor Frank Strong of the University spoke on a new age, universal patriotism, and education's duty to community life and discipline. He urged broad global unity beyond military strength. The ceremony closed with a competitive drill.
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Haskell
Wise
Frank Strong
University
Indi
Senet Townshend
Kut
Progressive Convention Echoes in Chicago with Rock Chalk Cheer
Report notes a Kansas declaration dubbed Rock Chalk used as a rallying gesture for Victor Murdock as the Roosevelt demonstration unfolds. Observers remark cheering is shaped by leaders and readers, suggesting politics resemble football where effort must mix with strategy, not just luck.
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Chicago
Kansas
Victor Murdock
T. Res
wes _Rayamiond Robbins
Cheer Eaders
McCookfield
City postpones welfare officer talk on milk inspection payroll
A city meeting postponed a debate on hiring a welfare officer to oversee milk inspection and financial prospects. Commissioner Holyfield could not provide a financial report in time, delaying decisions on adding staff until the regular meeting next Tuesday.
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Holyfield
Eit
Competitive dail prize and civic events draw crowds
The afternoon featured the annual competition for greatest proficiency by Indian regiments and a girls exhibition at the Indian school drawing many visitors. Police report dimmed headlights remain common and urge enforcement of the city dimming ordinance amid traffic safety concerns.
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Aril Lang
Boyd
Massache Setts
Baseball Gone Today at Woodland Park
The YMCA baseball team meets the Knights and Ladies of Security this evening at 6 o clock at Woodland Park. Mrs Butler and Mrs Hackney traveled to Kansas City this morning to spend the day.
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Y. M.C.A
Knights and Ladies of Security
Woodland Park
Garde
H. L. Butler
EF. T. Hackney
Kansas City
Patriotism and patriotism rhetoric in New York parade discourse
fragmented OCR text critiques patriotic displays in New York parades. It argues the United States is not unpatriotic and distinguishes true patriots from mercenary or opportunistic symbols. The piece contemplates national loyalty and societal valuation of citizens.
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New York
Chicago
United States
America
Patriotism Inc
Spe
TROUBLE AT PEKING AMERICAN TROOPS HOLD IN READINESS
An Exchange Telegraph dispatch from Tien Tsin says United States troops are ordered to be ready to proceed to Peking. French forces have dispatched a strong escort of native troops from the Annam protectorate. A delegation of senior officials assures fealty of the guard after Yuan Shi Kai's death.
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Tien
London
Jimes
Tien Tsin
United States
Teking
Toree
Annam
Li Yuan Hung
Ching
Yuan Shi Kai
River Work Advances As Bridges Near Completion
Interurban and suri Valley workers push temporary river piling out under few injunctions. A full force operates on bridges and county structures while Missouri Valley iron Company completes a new concrete ordering and first arch. Grange event set for June with addresses by state leaders and a basket dinner. Mayor Francisco made a business trip to Kansas. Commissioner Hollyfield visits Perry.
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Suri Valley
Racn Ares
Missouri Valle Iron Company Lave Pr
Trimwood
Pierce
Teardon
Alfred Decking
Geo
CN Fancee
W. J. Francisco
Kansas
Holjifield
Perry
Rot
Theater Denies Family Carmen Tickets
In a dramatic incident a Mexican family was refused entry at a main theater while seeking tickets for Carmen. The father later consulted a lawyer to determine if the theater clerk had any right to exclude them from admission.
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Carmen
Baker University Captain-Elect Leach Sees Bright Prospects
Baker University baseball captain-elect prospects look strong for the coming season. Leach reports good potential in the squad as they prepare at Lawrence and travel to face opponents while visiting friends.
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Baker
China
Leach
Baker Univers
Lawrence Todsty
Local Republican Primary Candidates for County Roles
A mosaic of names announces candidacies for county offices in the Republican primary on August 1. Individuals seek posts including County Attorney Clerk of the District Court County Clerk County Commissioner Probate Judge Register of Deeds County Superintendent and Justice of the Peace with varying district references and incumbency notes.
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Ee Ee Ee Ae
T Liseli
Sania
Register OF Dee
Gho, C
Wetzel
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Geo. H. Alcorn
Fifth Avenue
New York City
Associated Press Audit Bureau of Circulations
Kansas Daily League
Bureau of Advertising
American Newspaper
Publishers’ Association
Ntips
Hushes
Nnsansn
Bell-Ans
Saline Journal
W. W. Russ
Chancellor Strong
Rose the Wonderful
Dustin Farnum
Joe Stile
Smamer
Peking
Lawrence Clearing House Association
Clearing House
Association
Lawrence National Bank
Dd. Bowersock
Mechants National Bank
C. W. McKeen
Watiiational Bank
Cha » Tucker
Peoplate Bank
Wim. Bromersick
Merchants -Loan & Savings Bank
M. Newmark
Citizens State Bank
E. ©. Perkins
Mass
St. Jones
AN Jabdicke
Wilder S. Metcalf
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Tam
Repubican
L C.stevenson
Pris Giaries
John
Primari
Fisher
Sheriff Douglas
Charles Purel
W. H. McKone
R. Woodward
Tam Wardidate
Republicanation
J. B
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Whiteek
Rewn Prim
Cy Y Attorney
Dowel
C. Stewart
B. M. Gregory
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Moss
Merk
Earl
Powell
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Lam
Repeldican Noministion
Faew
Pnaarica
Charles Dolweel
Therery
Tama
Douglas
The
Publican Ninpings
Hay Tinnatice
Comimev
Sam Stanley
Sui- Jett
Estelle
Orthrop
Siperville
Lane
Pitin Republic
Wyath
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