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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 23, 1915
Page
3
Former dean Frank W. Blackman advocates teachers as social forces in community schools. He argues teachers must understand local conditions to deliver efficient service, connect with families, and reduce social waste. The talk stresses public service, collaboration with parents, and aligning education with community needs.
Baking helps emphasize oven heat control and dough handling. It warns that excessive heat early dries dough and ruins rise, while small ovens require higher temperatures and minimal door opening. It notes separate baking for bread and pastry and hints at a KC Cook's Book available via certificate and a 25-cent KC Baking Powder can.
Reports from El Centro California say a strong quake caused walls to collapse killing ten to fifteen people. Two large fires threatened the town but were reported under control with smaller fires still burning and residents communicating by long distance phone lines.
Lecompton to have a new post mistress Afes Luln Tad hunter, a stockbuyer’s wife with ties to a western city, will succeed Mrs. Tin who has served in the government employ in Lecegadion for several years. The new officer starts duty on July 1.
The article surveys how states set workers compensation rules, noting Colorado pays 50 percent of net wages during incapacity and other states vary. It highlights legislative activity in several states, including additions to commissions and alterations that aim for more efficient operation, with examples of Colorado, Missouri, Oklahoma, and New Mexico, among others. The piece also mentions recent vetoes and revisions affecting benefit levels and eligibility.
Local column records Sunday visits by Mrs Forth and Mrs Mortis, a rainout of singing school last Thursday, and plans for Tuesday sessions. It notes Mayors, kinship gatherings in Lawrence, Lawrenceville, and adjacent towns, with moves to summer homes, commencements at Lawrence, and several residents traveling to Kansas City or nearby communities.
An old advertisement recounts a diarized skin complaint with pimples all over the face and body. It credits Cuticura Soap and Ointment for relief and mentions free samples by mail, plus various local social notes and brief community updates.
Fractional product claim outlines a straightforward cockroach extermination plan. The passage mentions using powders and potential home remedies, emphasizing timing and steps to reduce infestations. Several lines reference consumer products and DIY approaches without citing specific brands or locations.
Community group seeks convesamiees to bake pieniedke and arrange games for a Mothers and children picnic at Woodland Park. Volunteers to transport deer and supervise outing requested. contact Bell 7308 or Hone Tia for details. Picnic start from Avany hall, mothers and children to gather at Boa ane.
Themis and Pleshinain from Ohin are visiting at the PRI bP Teste jag Hote. Miss denme ossineer-pieledd strawberries fue Flos.
Advertises a blood purifier marketed as a natural remedy for eczema eruptions and skin issues. Claims rapid action after ingestion, safety unlike mercury or arsenic, and widespread use across the US. Promotes Swift Specific Co. contact in Atlanta Georgia for orders.
An 1900s style notice promotes Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild herbal laxative with pepsin. It claims to clear a congested stomach overnight without upset, suitable for women, children, and elderly. A free trial bottle is available by writing Dr. W B Caldwell at Monticello Indiana.
In a string of brief social notes, residents across the Ohio area are described visiting neighbors, shopping trips, and family get togethers. The column records names such as Pumarey, Mabel, Kassinger, Pardee, and Fleshman among others, with mentions of gardening, fence repairs, and attendance at a Children’s Day event.
Adrian Michigan woman recounts weakness and backache solved by Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after months of illness. The testimonial highlights women workers needing reliable cures and promotes the Lynn Massachusetts company as the remedy source.
Pumroy and Lawson households host visitors on Sunday afternoon. Reports include Gen Tucker’s call on Lewis Geoten, Chas Price at Pardee’s, and Wint Bates’ Sunday afternoon visit. Nellie Tucker and W C Lawson called, H T Hemphill visited W A Waterson, Atwood spent Sunday with Armenybarger, and John Hales underwent a serious operation with improving condition. Sunday Presbyterian Children Day exercises drew good attendance.
The Douglas county fair will be in Lawrence September 21 to 24, with top horse racing on the Kansas Island Circuit including Independence and Topeka. Race events cover running and trotting, entries close July 1, purses close September 10, and the fair aims to deliver Lawrence’s best show in years. The sale price ad and Salvation Army penny drive are also noted amid the issue.
The Capital reports state board of health findings on milk cleanliness. Lawrence shows 26.44 percent unfit samples, highest among cities with populations over 10,000. Topeka 24.9 percent, Fort Scott, Parsons, and others also listed. Wellington marked as poor. statewide effort to grade milk quality continues.
A survey across Kansas towns reports percentages of illegal dirty milk in various cities. Otawa and Frontenac show notable contamination, while smaller towns like Decatur and Holton report high dirty sample shares. Northwestern Insurance agent Gainer plans a stay in Ottawa for business.
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