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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 03, 1920
Page
4
A Hutchinson Kansas veteran of the Civil War insisted on surgery to attend the G A R reunion in May, telling the surgeon he would risk death for the chance to be fixed up. The operation proceeded and the patient is now recovering with determination to attend.
North Winnipeg May 1 exhibition of the most remark ant pictures filmed over seven months in the wilderness. The Hudson's Bay Company 250th anniversary showcase runs in Winnipeg Edmonton Calgary Vancouver and Victoria with free performances. Expeditions under Captain Mack and Captain Tom O Kelly covered Labrador Hudson Bay James Bay Athabasca and the Great Slave Lake region.
Cambridge resident Joseph Bartroft lived six days in a hermetically sealed glass box to test whether blood oxygen can be inferred from breath oxygen. The study, sparked by a 61 year old controversy, aimed to assess oxygen needs for high altitude flying and air supply. Bartroft reported insomnia but overall limited discomfort until the last day when the atmosphere became highly saturated and caused headaches and nausea.
Alla F John born August 2 869 in Medford Iowa married John F Kieffer August 10 1890. They had five children four survive Gene Fred J Donald Ralph all of Lawrence one son Frank L died in infancy. Survived by husband Alex John Bedford sisters E C Dowlin Walter Houck Glade Kinnison Boise Idaho brother Frank A John Bedford and a daughter-in-law. Joined Baptist church early and was a devout wife and mother. Her last illness was brief and she passed away surrounded by family in Lawrence.
A 1920 obituary notes the April 25 funeral at 1114 Connecticut Street. Services were led by Rev. Lee Sorey in Lawrence, afterward burial occurred in Pierce, Missouri beside her infant son. The long text lists many names and local happenings surrounding family and friends.
Fragmentary OCR presents a chaotic hospital and circus themed list with names like Shotwell and Danis. The text mixes events, people, and dates in a disjointed stream, making specifics unclear but indicates a public notice or community update involving performers and locals.
An obituary note expresses condolences for Mrs Pardee a faithful Christian long associated with the community. It recalls her roles in church life, her family, and the loss felt by neighbors and friends who recall her deeds and influence. The article reflects local funeral details and church involvement in a somber tone.
A damaged OCR fragment presents scattered names and places with no clear event. The text references people such as Lewin and Miss Nether Vie and hints at a city arrival and a meeting but lacks coherent details or dates. The readable items are insufficient to identify a specific incident or outcome.
The item lists a long string of residents and events from a Shiloh area meeting. Absent members read letters, children and families enjoyed a picnic, and many local roads, bridges, and farms are referenced along with visits from relatives and neighbors.
A brief real estate transfer note lists several parcel changes among residents. Items include Mary Mendenhall transferring properties to Mov Anticles and Myst Me Selannant, with additional entries noting parcels on 7 Trees street and 5 W. Von Bury. The record cites multiple street locations and entries with values around 1 dollar in some cases.
Gerald Kiser, a Kansas City violinist and composer, drowned in the Missouri River. His widow will keep royalties from his last composition Underneath the Dreamy Moon to fund son Jay Kiser's musical education, as she preserves the violin for Roy’s future lessons. The Majestic boat tragedy sparked a family dream to keep his music alive.
Bayer Tablets of Aspirin carries the Bayer Cross safety mark and is promoted as a genuine aspirin prescribed by physicians for over eighteen years. Boxes contain twelve tablets and are sold in handy tins with directions for neuralgia colds headache toothache earache rheumatism and general pain. Larger packs also available from Bayer.
Miss Yeoman hosts a week long visit with Mrs Yeoman and Mr. Lehond Catenay and son Albert attend fast day school event. Mr. Hersony sails to viet with relatives. Mrs Barcertie and Tater join Vishon Quayle event from Topeka. AL Smith visits St Louis district for age related event. George Vetferiel attends evening at irby ham.
A fragment urges discarding makeshift cures for catarrh and seeking genuine treatment. It advises obtaining a bottle of S. B. 8 or similar remedy and stresses proper care over ineffective options.
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