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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 02, 1921
Page
4
Fragmented notes record a frost warning and White School closing tomorrow with a community dinner. Mentions the weather bulletin, a Kansas Telephone Company contact, golf events, a Haskell send-off, and a county treasurer deputy’s travel to attend a state Sunday school convention in Hutchinson.
An evening service on May 1 at the First Methodist Episcopal church featured Walworth narrating a personal account titled Tasting stories of Hawaii and its Japanese issues. The program included films about Hawaiian life and was praised for faithful portrayal. Organizers plan an American Institute of Journalism meeting in Milwaukee May 20-22 inviting editors and newsmen.
The article notes a decision to produce items locally after others showed interest. It mentions three schools and a push related to a national council and seats, with a reference to Thompson Photo Studio at 615 Mass.
Reported signs point to a national unemployment peak looming as farm movement gains traction. Analysts note wage effects across sectors, with optimism for relief from industrial and agricultural gains under a broader economic shift.
The piece notes a grand opening at Grant Park near the old exposition grounds in Chicago after a move to a new home at the horned edge. It mentions the opening is set for 27 years after the museant event and references various plans and a return of someone named Edgar Wilson visiting the Sigma Nu house in Caney Kansas.
Kansas City May 2 The April statement from the Tenth District Federal Reserve Bank notes uneven improvement across sectors. Wholesale distribution and retail buying rise with lower prices, while mining and oil show weak demand. Manufacturing and construction pick up with spring, but livestock and grain remain ample and oil production expands despite curtailment efforts.
Moore born in Yates Center Kansas died April 23 in Lawrence aged seven months. He was a bright healthy child who rarely sickened. He loved Sunday school and moved with family to Lawrence last September. Four friends carried him to his final resting place in Oak Hill Cemetery. The service was held at home with Ed Edwards officiating. Jesus calls us to follow, and Philip’s gentle smile left a lasting memory in the neighborhood.
George Abel Genree Abens 47 died at home southeast of Lawrence. Funeral at Perry Methodist church Tuesday at 2 PM led by Rev. Oliver. Henry B. Richards 88 died Saturday at daughter Martha Fisher’s home 625 Walnut. Funeral 2 PM today at home conducted by pleasant Mass orders present. Martha Woodside died last night at 12 Arkansas Street. Funeral Wednesday 2 PM from Ninth Street Baptist Church with Rev. G N Jackson. Ad Club meeting of Chantney of Commerce at noon. Clinton Oliver and George Stusser of Kansas City Art Club to speak, brought by University of Kansas journalism department.
J W Rice traveled to McLouth on Sunday and returned Monday to help with cistern work at the schoolhouse. Rock was crushed last Friday and digging began Tuesday. Mr and Mrs Chiftera Thiry and Willard visited Harley Armstrongs Saturday evening. Rice also traveled to McLouth Tuesday while Mrs Tra Dial and children had Sunday dinner with Mrs Erle Stowe. Mr and Mrs Will DeBerry and family were afternoon callers, along with Mr and Mrs Jesse Osborne.
Genuine Bayer Aspirin label required on packages or tablets or editing is not valid. The ad notes Aspirin prescribed by physicians for twenty one years and proven safe by millions, listing uses from headaches to toothache and rheumatism. Bayer aspirin comes in twelve tablet boxes and larger sizes are sold by druggists.
Community notes from Kaw Valley record social calls and visits. Names include Mr and Mrs L Witkin, Miss C C Winsler, Margaret Jane, Mrs S C Gilmore, Miss Mary Hock, Anna Hock, Delbert Perkins, Charles Wize Nellie Ma and Mrs McLean of Lawrence. Various callers: Rev Davis, Gale, Mrs N G Hughes, Philip Preston, Chicago visitors, Elsworth Warris returning to Topeka. District No 12 to close April 28. field trip to Schanke's pasture planned.
George Stanwix and several neighbors visited at Six Corners on a Tuesday afternoon. Community Club meetings with new officers were held at the schoolhouse, and a pond program with refreshments followed a rain-delayed session.
Fragmentary patient notes claim weight loss and health improvements after taking Lydia Pinkham’s Vegetable Compound and Liver Pills. The ad mentions personal testimonials and a consumer seeking more information, reflecting routine midcentury patent medicine promotion.
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