Debates Over the League and Wilson’s Peace Table Choices
Crtics argue the League of Nations does not undermine the Monroe Doctrine and should be discarded. They claim U S policy in Europe and Africa protected South America, while Wilson’s Republican aide mix and a royal son‑in‑law affected representation are noted. Critics foresee rising Woodman rates and border costs to meet demands.
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Government utility critique echoes across public concerns
A reader letter argues government control of utilities harms service and costs. It criticizes a union for resisting higher rates and cites rigid scheduling at railway and express offices, noting inconvenience to travelers and public patrons while urging practical reforms.
Navy bids imply building costs may be lower than estimates
Bids opened for the Seaman and Navigation Building in Annapolis show lump sums well below the Navy Department estimate of 800000. Eighteen contractors submitted figures. several bids were about 100000 under the estimate, prompting the Labor Department division to note that detailed bids produce lower, more accurate costs.
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Navy Department
Seaman’ and Navigation
Annapolis
Department
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U. S.department of Labor
Levering& Garrigues
New York
George Wyne
Washington
Irwin & Leighton
Philadelphia
Wheore I. Prady Company
Apas
Smerty
England shapes League scheme says Col George Harvey
Col George Harvey argues President Wilson pushed the league covenant without amendment to England's advantage stating the fourteen points and the League are British driven with America acting as a pawl. He cites four plans from Britain France Italy and the US and says Britain's plan was chosen to shift burdens to the United States.
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Anniversaries and Historical Figures Framed
Today’s notes recall events after Napoleon’s fall with German politics and imperial leadership, mentioning Diets and chancellors. It notes Andrew Lang, renowned critic and anthropologist, born in Selkirk Scotland, with a death year implied but not completed.
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Wizard OiL and Liver Whips Advertised for Pain Relief
An 19th or early 20th century advertisement touts Hamisa's Wizard OiL for rheumatic pain backache and sprains with quick penetration and daily use claims. It promotes Wizard Liver Whips pink pills for constipation headaches and general relief with a money back guarantee and price points of 34 and 30 cents.
Timeline of 19th and 20th Century Global Events
A 1972 note from Banchory lists key historical markers: 1854 Britain declares war on Russia stated at Royal Exchange. 1861 Napoleon I interred in Paris crypt. 1889 Eiffel Tower opening. 1891 New York City wires stripped. 1915 German siege of Ossowetz abandoned. 1916 British halt German assaults at Neuville and St Eloi. 1917 British capture six villages north of St Quentin.
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Birthdays mark notable figures across nations
Today many notable figures celebrate birthdays including Prince Henry of Wales John Hays Hammond Qlande Swanson Rear Admiral Philip Andrews Franklin H Sargent and James M Cox. Each birthday marks years since birth with origins in cities such as San Francisco New York City Boston and Jacksonburg Ohio.
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Boston
James M. Cox
Ohio
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Real Show Comes West as Chicago Cast Brings New York Humor
A theater writer urges locals to see a strong road company now touring, noting the same actors who performed in New York and Chicago months ago. He cites the show’s humor and the chance for soldiers at Funston to view a genuine production before a seven week return to the road. The piece ends with an insurance ad from The One Double Three Agency.
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New York
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Baldwin Art Society Names Officers and Local News
The Baldwin Art Society elects officers with Mrs H Taylor president and Mrs Sam Gardner secretary. Miss Mmmua Beatty serves as treasurer, with Mrs Woodyard Burton and Mrs Wise as vice presidents. Lucy Lane returns from St. Louis to help with Red Cross work. Capt Reser’s wife visits relatives and Mrs Charen hosts a California guest. Alpha Chi sorority hosts a banquet for new members at the hotel Saturday.
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Mmmua Beatty
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Burton
Wise
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St. Louis
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Charen
California
Alpha Chi Sorority
Lawrence High School facilities disputed by local reader
A letter from a Kansas reader contests a previous claim that Lawrence has top high school facilities. He lists towns such as Fort Scott Iola Chanute Independence Hutchinson Emporia Manhattan Dodge City Salina Concordia Leavenworth Atchison as having superior or larger学校 buildings and facilities, urging a new Lawrence high school to handle current enrollment.
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Debates on Kansas Schools and Civic Indifference
A letter to the Journal-World criticizes Kansas educational neglect and politicized school funding. It urges stronger local leadership, better school boards, and dedicated bonds for a new high school in Lawrence. The writer cites Gazettes on public education, religious references, and calls for civic responsibility.
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Lawrence
Kansas
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Foot statue symbolize high school growth in window display
A shoe repair shop at 800 block of Massachusetts Street features a large red slipper holding down a smashed basketball. The scene, tied to Liberty Memorial High School, carries the interrogation Does Your Foot Mold it flown and conveys community booster sentiment.
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Liberty Memorial High School
Massachusetts Street
Cure a Cold In One Day Laxative Brom Quinine Ad
An old advertisement urges taking laxative bromquinine tablets to stop cough and headache and treat a cold. It features a price and the Groves signature on each box alongside other period notices and local business promotions.
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