Kansas 1917 Legislature Defied Health Boards Power
The 1917 Kansas legislature clashed with state commissions over authority to quarantine and regulate disease. The House, led by Reno, opposed boards like the State Health Board and the State Board of Health, and while it initially blocked health measures these actions were reversed after protests.
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Kansas
Ion
Rtin
Reno
Une Ities Commission
Dontrites
Legislatere
Boa
Public Utilities Commission
Utilities Commission
Wothhouses
Hey
Tower House
Capper
Hutchinson
State Reformatory
House
Stone
Shawnee
Senate
Waas
Massachusetts
Anuric and Uric Acid Warnings From A Health Column
The column warns that uric acid buildup from alcohol damages kidneys and causes pain headaches and rheumatic symptoms. It prescribes hot drinks with Anuric double strength, water intake, reduced meat tea and alcohol, and a laxative if symptoms persist. It also promotes Pierce’s Pleasant Peltets as a laxative and tonic.
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L. W. Bower
Ives
Pierce
Kidney Health Touted With Jad Salts Remedy
An old advisory promotes Jad Salts for kidney and bladder discomfort. It claims four ounces mixed in water before breakfast clears kidney stagnation, neutralizes urine irritants, and provides a harmless, inexpensive effervescent drink.
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Sim
Saye
What Shall Tom Duff Name His Baby
The Editor of the Daily Journal World invites readers to suggest a name for Tom Duff's unborn child. Proposals should be sent to the editor as the baby’s name may be announced in a forthcoming strip in Lawrence next week.
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Tom Duff
Tom
Laweo Daily Journal-World
Boron
Tom Dal
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Lawrence Daily Jourmie
l-World
Dermatitis Treatment Advertisement Scraps Mention
Fragmentary ad copy discusses eczema ringworm and skin trouble remedies. Mentions topical applications ointment and a medicinal preparation with prescriptions said to clear complexions and stop itching. References 1917 legislature and a Dr Orelun Eye Ear Nose and Throat at Dick Building.
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Orelun
Dick Building
Local Notables Attend Gatherings in Lawrence and Liseth
Mrs August Torneden and Irm. Mr William Torneden traveled to Lawrence Monday. Mrs Brock recovers at home with relatives visiting. James Towne and Helena Luckan wed in Ki Me.. showers and gifts marked the nuptials. Oysters and treats followed the kitchen shower at Otto Lucian’s home. Spring work begins as farmers prep oats and sow seeds.
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August Torneden
William Torneden
Lawrence
Fred Torneden
We E. Brock
Herter
Fred Siscoe
David Gasteel
Fred Zellers
W. E. Brock
Henry Noyne
James Togue
Thelma
Will Anderzor
Roy Allison
Jewett
Lizzie
Tornaden
Sol . Charles
Lisith
Jay
H. A. Wahlenbeek
Grace
Selma Seele
Augusta Torneden
James Towne
Helena Luckan
Ki Me
Wellnesiday
Mebre
Kansas City
Otto Lucian
Hwhich
Thei Milch
Local Notes and Social Roundup From Wilton Township
Sunday visits and neighborly travel fill a busy week as many residents attend events and undertake work. Mr J W Prye conducts assessments in Palmyra township while others assist in logging wells and cement work. The Welcome Sewing Club met, and townspeople anticipate the Vinland bank opening amid general farming activity and community gatherings.
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Myrtle Russell
Lauwrence
del Wilton
Mes
Wousent Valley
J. W. Prye
Palmyra Township
Ralph Damiston
Keith
Will Winters
Stony Point
Manta Pratt
Morris
Abbie Morten
Laywrenety
Henderson
Doin Wilson
Harry Hemphill
Watts
Lower
Harryakes
Watkins
Sample
Parder
Saile
Me. Oakes
Albert Pirdee
Worden
Mr. Oakes
Lonestar
Litte
Keith Jamison
Suile
Robertson
Bhland
Vinland
Welcome ‘Sewing Club
Pratt
Supreme Court
Reigard
Webb-Rienyon
Community Notes and Social Visits Across Independence
A long column records local social events and visits in Independence and surrounding areas. Guests include Mrs. Martha Hemphill, Mrs. Bert Sutton, Mrs. Cal Tysh, and several neighbors who dine, host card parties, and attend Farm Union meetings at No. 10 schoolhouse. Families such as Lederer, Bowser, Griffith, Newland, and Jardan attend gatherings, with bountiful greetings, illnesses, and travel between Baldwin and Lawrence noted.
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Martha’ Price
High Prairie
Bert Sutton
Cal Tysh
Wag
J. X_ Jaxdon
Kansas City
Charlie’ Griffith
Wodd
John Rockiolu
Earl Lederer
Dookie Sutton
Mart Jordan
J. L. Hobson
Charlie Bowser
Robert Murrel
Farm Union
Yakle
Royal
Ollie Mira
Verdie Hemming
Earl. Jardons
Claude Oshel
Anid Al's
Near
Tay
Frank Sultton
Bort Emery
O. M. Hird
Lawrrence
Blanche Hind
Joe SS Opener
Roy Clary Sanday
Eva Newland
Baldwin
Ezra Barnhart
Almira
Charlie’ Pitts
Nellie Newland
John Rockholel
Rirs
Dennia Lev
Anna Grave
Mrs. Wineline
Guifi Ae
Tsi
Wealth
Baker and Sons
Charlie
Leland
Katherine Hollaway
Lawrence
Gertrude Black
Bert
Dockie
Wilbur Black
Gena
Hammond
Thompson
Wesville
Flane
Baker
Harbour
Charlie Griffith
Weat Baldwin
Mary Grivith
Viola. Anders
Oscar Dyer
Jonny Rockholt
Rose Jaron
Lake Dyer
J. Jarden
Rose Jarden
Lawrence, Sturday
Eart Lederer
Ser
Drs
Dr Edwards Olive Tablets for bad breath ad
An advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle natural remedy for bad breath and bowel cleansing. It claims the olive colored tablets purify the system without the after effects of calomel and urges taking one or two nightly doses, priced 10 cents or 5 cents extra for boxed packs.
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Edwards
FM. Edwards
Evening Visits and Family Gatherings Span Peoria to Clyde Lederer
Local notices list Mrs Hird Hantesy Charles Black’s trip to Peoria Il for family health concerns of Lloyd. Lloyd shows improvement after hospital stay. Mrs Hattie Soll F Lawrence and Eliza Ashby visit, Leota Jarès Ahys and Ruth Pric attend functions, Olson of Le Cain Baldwin di rhome visits, Matilda Tenon visits Mary Griffith, Nellie and thief Newlana for Jardon attend gatherings, Baker family reunites, G Wittseft travels to golden wedding, Leota Jordon visits Katie and Alice Kring at Clyde Lederer home.
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Leona Jardon
Newson
Hird Hantesy
Charles’ Black
Peoria
Lloyd
Hoya
Hattie 'Soll
le Cain
Baldwin
Iss Matilda Tenon
Mary Griffith
Nellie
Newlana
G.wittseft
Leota Jordon
Katie
Alice Kring
Clyde Lederer
Social notes and obituaries from Yarnold and nearby town
Local social calendar shows visits across Lawrence and nearby farms. Notable items include Ruth Glen's overnight with Johanna Tain, marriages in the area, and several family gatherings. A Mabel Wilson obituary notes a January 1885 birth and March 6 1917 death with funeral in Stull cemetery.
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Arthur Hase
Mme
Rudolph Hase
O. A
Elmer Nicholé
Eudorata
Noble Messer
Lawrence
Lenlee
Florence Martin
Walter Harrold
Clinton
Linikilas
Martin
Yarnold
Harrold
Hey
Glinton
Mabel Wilson
Stull
Banitel Shildren
Eugene Lavin
Will Goidinger
Belvoir
Fairview
Fred Buphncie
Morbert
Jane Tov
O. A. Bidinger
Mir
Charlie Wallkuhls
Will King
North Lawrence
Illie Roller
Miss Lacy
P. Rake
Earl Evans
Leary
Fred Dravis
Rake
John Murphy
Unger
Semmer Roy Deskin
Henry Underiveail
A. G. Richard
Torenven
Ruth Bowman
John Tiress
Mr. Nichols
Lecongton
A. Hildenbrand
Tamiy
Tom. Tee
Margaret
John Unger
Famiy
Leohard Nutevy
Egie Tom Connole
Tle
Topeka Debates Women's Measures in Legislature
Amid a bitter fight, Topeka considers measures backed by women lobbyists. A compulsory act aims at juvenile courts and child hygiene standards, with proponents praising progress and opponents voicing concerns. The record vote highlights support for stricter reforms amid broader social issues.
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Topeka
Hatses
French Birthrate Declines Amid War Strain on Population
Paris reports an estimated population of about 260000 in invaded areas, with births falling and deaths rising due to war. Officials note war losses and disrupted demography reduce France’s birth rate by roughly one third, while army deaths further depress national fertility.
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Pepetation
Paris
Snow
France
Hospitalized man seeks funds for new facilities
A injured man requests public aid to build modern head facilities here saying he will donate money when well again. He plans to support a German-Norfolk learners city project and mentions a vessel case involving a United States government action after a break with Germany.
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Ely Lim
Wylort
Niani
United States
Germany
Fragmented OCR Snippet Lacks Coherent News Item
The readable fragment hints at a million dollar fire and wheat history, with mentions of elevators and large wheat quantities but no clear event, date, or identifiable entities to form a full news card. The text remains too garbled to extract a concrete subject or outcome.
Beating Tenant Leads to Landmark Rent Dispute Ruling
A crowded case outlines a landlord beating a tenant over rent. The dispute centers on alleged coercion and unlawful entry, with photos and amateur equipment seized. The decision details actions by the landlord and ensuing legal consequences.
Fragmented Footwear Advice From a Confused Ad Text
A garbled OCR fragment promotes foot comfort and shoe fit with odd phrases and misspellings. It mentions aching feet, corns, calluses, and vague product hints. The text lacks clear events, entities, or dates.
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