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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 07, 1916
Page
3
A political notice states Stewart of Hawrenet announced his candidacy for county attorney under the Republican ticket. The announcement cites his intent to seek the office and signals the party’s backing for the nomination in the upcoming election.
A fragmented reminiscence recalls Danny Tornat a lifelong resident educated at Baker University and Hypofiansis and the Fathers Institution. He practiced law in Lawrence, Kansas, and his induction will bring value to the canton and neighborhood. May Stewart enters county office, familiar with duties through prior service and broad acquaintance.
An odd promotional text urges readers to try a free trial for a treatment claiming to solve piles and other ailments. It promotes sending for a trial and mentions a “drag store” and pain relief claims, with urging language to act now.
A damaged ad urges readers to overcome poor conditions with balanced food. It promotes a malted drink as a quick nutritious supplement, claiming it builds strength when mixed with water. The copy names Diek Bros. druggists as the source.
Kansas City March 7 inspectors conducting tubercular tests on cows supplying Kansas City milk must now be registered with the dairy and livestock commissioner. Previously state veterinarians or the veterinary association could authorize tests. Officials say reports were incomplete and unsatisfactory and that all animals in a herd must be inspected due to potential tuberculous spread. Only about one percent of cows showed tubercular reaction last year with tuberculine tests.
Barker School District No 20 has met state requirements for a standard school and will be reported to Superintendent Ross for a standardization certificate. This gives Douglas County two standard schools and other county schools are working to meet the state standard with inspections planned by Supt Hawley and visiting inspectors.
Bartlesville Oklahoma declares a civic war on English sparrows to protect song birds. City officials park board and home clubs promote extermination with prizes for best effort and bird boxes in the new park. Superintendent Wenner joins the year by year campaign to curb the birds.
The page lists several local notices and small ads including medical practice references to CE Orel ENT with focus on tonsil and adenoid issues and contact via Bell 1790, neighborhood product mentions like wall plaster hangings at Phillips, butter and bread specials at Schleifer’s, and various residents such as Mr and Mrs G G Clevenger and Miss LaVern Wilson traveling to Kansas City. Names, places and products reflect a small town commerce and daily life update.
Local residents, including Miss Katie Surles and Miss Margaret Escerth, spent Thursday through Monday visiting relatives in the area. Missouri newcomer Stanley Slawson and family plan to settle here this summer. Numerous guests visited schools and homes, a telephone meeting was held at the schoolhouse, and several residents were noted for business and social activities around Oskaloosa and nearby locales.
Fragmented local classifieds show prices for butter at 25 cents a pound and car tires at 1 dollar, with entries for a creamery on the Waw nHlew road and scattered personal notices. One line mentions Mrs Hammond traveling to Nan sis City for visits, reflecting everyday community chatter.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a group or concept about men who abstain from alcohol. It references locations and a vague call for information. The readable material is unclear and does not provide a coherent event or outcome.
Hair washing guidance warns against alkali in soaps and shampoos. Plain coconut oil, greaseless and cheap, cleanses thoroughly, yields rich lather, and leaves hair soft, bright, fluffy, and easy to manage while removing dust dirt and dandruff.
Admission details mention Poor Little Peppinar showing with first show at 745 and a second billed option. The fragment indicates a cinema listing featuring Mary Pickford at a venue named Bowersookionieht with admission pricing in cents.
Kansas officials led by J. C. Mohler announce a state campaign to encourage popcorn farming. They note current production is low but believe suitable soil for field corn can also support pop corn, expecting profitable results. A local meat market has installed a new Ford delivery car to serve the city.
Retailers from across Kansas gather in Wichita for the Kansas Shoe Retailers Assoc annual convention. Speakers include Dr Stanley Irebs and an efficiency expert with a motion picture The Making of a Shoe shown by John O Connor. Dr Tavine has moved his office to the Perkins Childing.
Denver March 7 For the second time this winter Southwest Colorado is snowbound Durango the storm center has been cut off from outside communication for twelve hours and San Juan basin traffic is demoralized. Chile live passengers on an PL R Go passenger train have been held in Chama New Mexico for five days due to drifting snow.
Milton Warner returned from Oklahoma Monday morning to work again for his uncle Charles Warnery Sr. The Worden baseball team rejoices at his anticipated valuable addition to their roster as spring practice begins and many nearby towns prepare for the season.
Fragmented notes describe confusion between three per cent and three and one half per cent reserve life insurance. Local social and family updates mention Mr. Draderick and Mrs. Veer, visits with neighbors, home moves, and a church meeting. Spelling errors reflect old newspaper OCR.
An old advertisement extols Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound as a long trusted remedy for women's ailments. It claims the product has relieved suffering for forty years, helping women regain health and strength, including mothers and those with diverse complaints.
A partially legible 19th century advertisement mentions J. Cheney & Co. of Toledo Ohio offering Hall's Catarrh Cure. It touts internal use and claims to cleanse the blood and mucous surfaces. The notice references a notary and a December date, with testimonials promised and sales through pharmacists.
A sparse OCR fragment from a newspaper page mentions scattered letters and symbols with unclear context. The text does not form a coherent story but indicates a damaged segment likely related to a public notice or brief item.
James Doyle born March 17 1838 in Wesford Ireland came to America in 1857 aboard the Athy lanthina sailing vessel. He settled in Leavenworth and farmed near Willow Springs before dying February 23 1916 in Tonganoxie Kansas at age 77 with family by his bedside. He leaves a wife and five sons John Joseph Tide Syd Daniel and Leo. The funeral was held Friday morning at the Catholic church in Tonganoxie.
Fragmentary OCR mentions officiation at a cemetery ceremony and a large display of wallpaper in the city. The text is incomplete but indicates a funeral or graveside event paired with home decor advertising. No clear names, dates, or locations are recoverable from the readable segment.
Mr and Mrs Otte Gutler traveled to Ransaé City this morning to attend a stated event and discuss personal matters. The fragment notes their presence and purpose but lacks detail on specifics or outcomes.
Ms Ih and Willenids traveled to Kansas City this morning to visit friends and enjoy local gatherings. The trip focused on social meetings and reconnecting with acquaintances.
Kansas readers report quick relief from stomach and digestive ailments after using Mayr's Wonderful Remedy. Letters from Mrs. Frednishuel and Elmer Barnes claim improved appetite, sleep, energy, and less dizziness. One bottle sold by Round Corner Drug Co promises guarantee refund if not satisfied.
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