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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 19, 1915
Page
4
A 1915 notice from The Journal-World outlining city booster rhetoric praises Lawrence as a rare hub attracting travelers from east and west. It mentions distribution via telephones and messenger services, and cites affiliations with Associated Press and advertising bureaus.
A terse, fragmented summary explores the tension between parental cruelty and natural disposition in raising boys. The text hints at harsh treatment toward children and animals, contrasting harsh discipline with inherent innocence, implying moral critique of abusive parenting practices.
Fragmented OCR notes recount a barter or trade scene with plow shoes and offers between workers and a seller. The muddled text hints at promises, shifting deals, and a sense of change since earlier days, reflecting a rustic economy and labor rhythm.
Fragmented text suggests discussion of private employment, oversupply of unemployed, and possible government involvement. Mentions Chan, Yespwinist, and extortion references but lacking coherent details or names.
Fragmentary text discusses multiple first degree murder convictions and life terms, with references to life imprisonment for each, mentions of Lamsine units, and a claim that a recent sentence has expired. The material is unclear and partially garbled.
The readable text presents a garbled, partial sentence with stray phrases about a pope, darkness, and concealment. No coherent event or identifiable entities emerge to summarize into a proper news item.
Dispatch recounts a tense night scene as travelers react to a possible robbery or assault on a beleaguered route. Voices blend with fear and urgency as questions about safety and a looming accident versus preventable danger at the mine system are raised by officials and observers.
A garbled but clear dispute centers on restricting vehicle speed to protect pedestrians. Citizens argue the right of walkers to safe streets versus driver freedom, with calls for enforceable limits at busy intersections and crosswalks to prevent injuries and fatalities.
An odd narration recalls an inn and memory, with scattered images of a town visit, a failed delivery, and a stressed figure counting memory and bills. The piece hints at lost time, shifting thoughts, and the pressure of payment in a chaotic town setting.
Thirty years ago The Gir Variety was the store at the day in the Pelt blacks district. On Saturday six hundred sixty three persons visited the store coming from Nemabit comey Brown Pottawatortte and nearby towns. Merchants then sold printed goods and ink and packed what they had.
J D Ben nan, long-time senior member of the firm, celebrates 24 years in the city and recent sales include the Ville Home on Mississippi Street to S Peckham and a contract on 5 000 acre line in Webb ern Kansas. The clipping also notes a church anniversary and mentions Dr. G A Masterly traveling in Kansas City.
The text describes a deadly flood scene at Smithmeyer with survivors wading through water to reach safety. It mentions Westmoreland rescuers, five people saved including Tomed Chollamacher, and a note about contacting Phillips and Company for aid. Warren Rudin, son of Dr. Reding, returns home to Georgia after a visit.
Haskell Dairy Students tour the creamery to learn handling and processing steps. Donald MaArton, a key dairyman, hosted the visit at the institute and explained pasteurization and standardization. Students saw how milk is received, processed, and turned into product. the school plans to model a dairy and ice cream plant for future production.
Dean Che announces no summer school on July 5 due to rain. The planned meeting at the Baptist level tonight is canceled, and the picnic is postponed. Regular anniversary services will proceed at the church Sunday.
A Pacific tale reports a steamer whose rudder broke and was steered for days by a crew using improvised methods. They maintained course and avoided disaster until repairs could be made.
An exhibit on the third floor of the University Administration Building showcases drawings paintings and ceramics by the School of Fine Arts department. Works depict shade trees campus scenes Marvin Grove and Wakarusa Valley with views of University life and familiar Lawrence scenes. The display runs during summer sessions free of charge, with hours 9 to 12 and 2 to 5 daily.
A church anniversary gathering at the Baptist church featured remarks from Dr. M A Thomas rector of the Episcopal church and Prof. Alg Mitchell. Prof ALS Olin read a paper on forty years memories, messages came from distant pastors and friends, Miss Bessie Raynaud sang, and the program ended with announcements and reminders of future events. The planned campus picnic was postponed due to weather and efforts to clear pledged pews continued.
The event highlights Penshir Tyres and local brands Tek Pyhe and Palen Powder as sponsors for a major night in Penshir featuring Tyres Coad and notable personalities from Red Rose.
Two residents describe the fatal lightning incident that struck the city, detailing where and when it occurred and the immediate aftermath. Authorities say emergency crews responded rapidly as investigators work to determine the cause and prevent future strikes.
An unknown man leaped from the upper deck of a bridge over the Mississippi River, plunged 100 feet, swam 1b blocks downstream through a storm, and vanished from sight before rescue crews reached the scene.
A new battleship Avizium entered the water at the Brooklyn Navy Yard today alongside its sister ship, the Omn Sylvan Hanok, touted as one of the world’s largest vessels.
Relatives of William Yaln petitioned Governor Capper for parole of Yaln, convicted in 1913 for murdering his brother-in-law George Edson in Punglis County. The sentence of twenty five years left him ineligible for early release, and the case was reviewed with the Governor.
A local reader from Lebanon Kentucky credits Cardui with stopping severe spells and restoring health. The ad extols Cardui as a safe vegetable remedy used by many weak women for over fifty years. It urges trials to prove Cardui’s benefits and links personal recovery to its use.
A safe cooling beverage recipe uses pearl barley soaked in boiling water, then strained. Sweeten with half a cup of sugar and a pinch of nutmeg, with optional tenon juice for a pleasant addition.
The elm ranges from 300 to 50 years, the locust from 400 to 1 200 years, Sak 400 years, fir 700 to 1 200 years, and other trees like the Aces and Linden show wide age spans. The passage notes diverse dating of tree ages in historical contexts.
A brief note from the Albany Journal questions why some individuals tell untruths citing fear or pressure to refuse answers deemed inappropriate. The piece presents a concise analysis of honesty under social scrutiny and the dynamics behind evasive responses.
A classroom joke from Woman's Home Companion features a teacher asking what the two sexes are and a student replying masculine and feline, illustrating a humorous play on gender terms.
Douglas County treasurer rushes to close tax receipts totaling 570714.94 as deadlines loom. Receipts last day reached 3,000 yesterday. weather delays hinder license sales with May Pearcy expecting more payments and vehicle licenses to follow.
Attorney Amick visited Fudors to discuss the Enelera matter and has secured a temporary injunction to halt further work until bridge makers are notified and attend to outstanding concerns.
Mars Atkingson travels to Te Ing with plans to honor Miss Helen Mitchell in a feature appearance. The event spotlights the famed performer and draws local interest for the tribute ceremony and related activities.
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