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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 04, 1917

Page

6

Four College Track Meet Set at Haskell Field

Haskell, Washburn, Ottawa and Baker will contest Kansas college track at Haskell Field in Lawrence tomorrow afternoon. The quadrangular meet marks their first clash this year with notable withdrawals as many athletes join Fort Riley training camps. Baker showed strength against Kansas State Aggies last week and enters balanced competition.

Kansas Lince Haskell Washburn Ottaware Baker University Kansas Aggies Manhattan Baker

Mayr's Wonderful Remedy Claims Quick Stomach Relief

An advertisement proclaims Mayr's Wonderful Remedy cleanses the system of bile and posions, easing stomach pain and preventing surgery. It cites broad claims of cures for gall stones, appendicitis, indigestion, gastritis, and other ailments and promotes purchase through Round Corner Drug Store or other druggists.

Mayr Mays George H. Mayr Mfg Chicago Round Corner

Track Meet Preview With Ottawa and Haskell in Contention

Ottawa shows strength with top performers in several events while Washburn weakens due to military training substitutions. Haskell benefits from home grounds but Indians lack outdoor track practice for two weeks. Waterlogged track will slow events. The meet begins at 1 30 tomorrow afternoon.

Ottawa Washburn Haskell

Status of Athletics In Missouri Valley To Be Considered

The Missouri Valley conference will discuss abolishing intercollegiate athletics at the University next month after the meeting of the University Senate. If abolished, only school athletics remain. intramural events will continue. The senate also barred students from withdrawing from classes for credit after May 12 except for military enlistment or ROTC, to prevent year end exoduses.

Missouri Valley K. UU Univer Rniite Mary E.W. Murray Unt Murray Senate jSenate Coffeyville Kans Reed Chance Ree Wimer Oia Hegan Tanlae Tanlac Lawrence Round Corner Drug Store

Cancellations Hit Oklahoma Kansas Tennis Meet

Oklahoma University cancels all athletic schedules after a recent meeting. The Kansas and Oklahoma tennis rivalry was slated for Saturday in Norman but a message from manager Rennie Owen announced the cancellation. Captain Cowgill and Kenneth Uhls had planned to leave tonight for Norman before the cancellation was conveyed.

Oketah Kans Oklahoma University Kansas Oklahoma Cowgill Kenneth Uhls Norman Rennie Owen

Mushroom Club of Lawrence Organizes at Court House

The Mushroom Club of Lawrence held its organization meeting at the courthouse with officers elected: Fred A. Clarke president, Judge Robert Manley vice president, and Prof. H. W. Humble secretary. Dr. A. T. Osbron of Olathe delivered the address, praising mushrooms as a meat substitute and noting low costs and high yields from home cultivation.

Mushroom Club of Lawrence Court House Fred A. Clarke Robert Manley H. W. Humble A. T. Osbron Olathe France

Zemo product promise for eczema relief from druggist

A Cleveland based ad proclaims Zemo as a quick remedy for eczema itching and skin troubles. It claims rapid healing from application, notes that Zemo is penetrating and antiseptic, non greasy and non staining, with prices listed as 25c and extra large at 1. It urges use when other treatments fail and cites The E. W. Rove Co. as origin.

E. W. Rove Co Cleveland

Neligh Bank toGain New Built Structure

Neligh Nebraska bankers announce comprehensive construction for a new Ath Bank branch. The plan includes two stories with a banking floor on the second level, permanent decorative features, and enhanced patron access. Project funded by a realty investment company and overseen by a local contractor.

Taeny Oniha Ivechytteuta Beillders Neligh Nebuske Tyeffe Hace Wines Sint Ay Beetle Bureau of Publicity Gankers Realty Investment Company

Community growers form club to reduce living costs

The article notes a meeting set for Saturday May 12 at 8 p.m. in the courthouse to organize a mushroom growing club with charter members including Dr H A Anderson and Judge C B Finch. If enough interest exists, regular expert inspections and prizes for champions are planned, plus a campaign to support Germans and grow food next winter.

Court House H. A. Anderson N. Basye Henry Bowman Fred A. Clarke Krauege W. BE. Lynn Arthur Marks Robert Manley Charles W. Nelson J. M. Neville LL Phillips PF. A. Rees F. H. Roberts W. C. Simons C. Doxman C. H. Tucker Mr. Tucker Dr. Osbron

Death of Mrs Edith E Pearson in Kansas City

Mrs Edith E Pearson of this city died at Bethany Hospital in Kansas City Kansas yesterday evening. Funeral services will be held at Helver Sunday morning at 1 o'clock.

Talbot George L. Talbot Rosedale Hospital Tennesse Street Oak Fill Talbott Homer Talbot University Oef Kansas Lawrence Pearson Edith Bethany Hospital Kanesas City Helver

Villa Eden Dinner Draws Local Residents

A large crowd attended the Villa Eden dinner on Wednesday. Women then visited Fall Leaf school to see a student program in honor of the last play. Several locals, including the Tornaden family, visited relatives in nearby towns through the week.

Villa Eden Fall Leaf School Will Beetz William Tornad Oliver Hill Fall Leaf Grace Crabb Highlands ‘5 Francis Will William Tornaden Lawrence John Hughey Claude Hollenbeck Albert Tornaden Linwood Eudora James Toyne Myrtle Mary Davidson Reta Brock Lake View W. E. Brock Augusta Tornaden Lillian John Canary Dess John Hughey Chas August Tor Nope Jr

Sophomore Hop finances questioned at University

Kenneth G Bell released an itemized expense statement for the Sophomore Hop at the University. He notes no profit as attendance fell and some business leaders urged redirecting funds to the Red Cross. A partial financial report lists expenditures and receipts with total figures pointing to a loss rather than profit.

Kenneth G. Bell University Red Cross J. D. Bowersock Betl Wade Bowersock Journal-World Bell Lawrence Dean Olin Templin Mr. Gage Mr Bowerseek Guage

Weekend notices from Brackett area schools and residents

Miss Phoee Bigsby spent the weekend with Grandmother Miss J Bigsby. Core Eastman visited home folks. The school closed Friday and the Woodlawn picnic was postponed due to bad weather. Notices list several visits and social rounds among local residents and a May Month school report showing 25 enrolled, 21.8 average daily attendance, and ten perfect attendance certificates.

Phoee Bigsby J. Bigsby Core Eastman Woodlawn Ralph Davis Davis G. F. Brown John Tuttle Lawrence Cred Mary Lee James Webster Roland Brown Edgar Lee Arthur Eastman Marjorie Lee Inez Jensen Richard Tiper Aeeeroeeenietiil

Aggies and Jayhawkers Face Wet Track at McCook Field

The annual outdoor meet between Kansas University and Kansas State Agricultural College is underway at McCook Field in Lawrence. Despite a wet track, coaches decided to proceed. Kansas aims to win while Aggies hope for progress as Wilder, Hilton, Crowley and others compete in sprints and field events.

K. U McCook Field Aggies Lawrence Jayhawkers Wilder Hilton Crowley Davidson Kansas Granfield O’leary Welsh Chaffee Manhattan Rodkey Murphy Egger Man Sproull Howland Stateler Greene Howard Enlow Casey Woodward Shafer

Freshmen Women Win Interclass Swimming Meet at University

Freshmen women won first place in the interclass swimming meet at Robinson gymnasium, scoring 29 points while juniors followed with 25, sophomores 18, and seniors 17. A large silver loving cup was presented by W. C. Hamilton, with Miss Hazel Pratt noting the event as the best yet.

Robinson Gymnasium W. C. Hamilton Hazel Pratt Unes Naismith Hamilton SL

Interclass Track Meet Postponed to Monday at McCook Field

The annual interclass track meet at the University, delayed from last Saturday due to a wet track, will be held Monday afternoon at 4:30 on McCook Field. Contestants have had little practice but plan to compete.

McCook Field

Purify Your Blood to Cure Eczema Says Ad

An old ad claims washing and salves cannot cure eczema and urges purifying the blood with 8.8.S. The text promotes the vegetable remedy as a solution for watery sores and skin eruptions, promising health and vigor and directing readers to obtain it from druggists or contact Swift Specific Co. for advice.

Swift Specific Co Swift Atlanta. Ga

Market swings on wheat after Federal price control bill

Market moves from surge to rebound as a Washington bill to regulate food costs spurs hopes of North American price coordination between Canada and the United States. Within minutes the market regained most of its loss, touching near record highs. Manhattan Kansas forms a Home Guard to engage men of all ages in national defense efforts under Capt Mathews.

Washington Canada United States North American Manhattan Kansas I Home Guard Mathews Military Department Kansas State Agricultural College

Organization plans permanent drill periods

A formal plan outlines establishing a permanent organization with regular drill periods to be held. The proposal emphasizes structured routines and ongoing readiness, aiming to institutionalize periodic training and practice within the group.

Pantry shelf items and assorted Batavia products list

A catalog of pantry goods including large jars of stuffed olives ripe olives and Batavia preserves jars. Also listed are Heinz mustard pickles onions and pickles, Batavia olive salad and midget pickles. Some entries are unclear or truncated.

Batavia Royal Ameri

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