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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 09, 1919
Page
4
Fragmentary report notes a shift away from militarism as a new era begins. Vague references to a “rainbow” future hint at international changes and broader peace prospects. The text preserves unclear imagery and lacks specific names or dates.
Fragmentary report references delays, trans arterial events, and figures named Theodore and Leonard. Mentions Kansas and Missouri registries, Star, and American army camps with a nod to political ties and leadership, but the text is heavily garbled and context is missing.
Kansas City residents pondered how to greet returning Kansas soldiers as local officials and the community weigh reception efforts. The piece notes criticism of regular army officers and discharges viewed as punishment for spoken views. It highlights local pride in strong support from Congress member Luttle and calls for Kansas City to become a state commercial hub.
The piece extols returning soldiers fresh from France, urging renewed civic duty and belief in America's future. It celebrates patriotism and resilience, asserting the republic will realize mankind's highest ideals and overcome errors as the nation rebuilds after war.
The excerpt argues that pursuit of wealth and pleasure is sordid, urging nobler ambitions. It credits soldiers who fought in France with guiding the nation to self-discovery, claiming Americans are better today than three years ago due to their sacrifices.
Today’s anniversaries include Jacob Brown a Bucks County Quaker who led the U S Army born 1775 and John Berougham born in Dublin died in New York City. Also noted are Medevin J DeHaven who commanded Franklin search expeditions born Philadelphia and Verdun 1917 French shelling tolls.
Sir James M. Barrie, born in Kirrimais Now, turns 39 today. John L. McLaurin, ex Senator from South Carolina, celebrates 50 years since his Marlboro County birth. Edward Weston, noted New York electrical engineer and inventor, marks 69 years since birth in England. John R. Mohler of the U S Department of Agriculture, born in Philadelphia, observes H6 years since birth.
Seafers Prep Palace Meat Market announces readiness to handle all poultry items. Call ahead for market price and prompt payment offering top rates for live and processed poultry. Located at Thone 6, R30 Mass.
A fragmented note discusses painting over polished brass. It suggests cleaning with a vinegar and suit mixture to remove air prindse, then washing with hot soap suds, drying, and applying patot without ramming or chipping as it dries. Healing is mentioned in relation to art techniques.
The fragment cites a crude query about an advertisement seeking a stout woman for housework. The text appears garbled and may reflect a satirical or oblique local piece with distorted names and places. It lacks clear dates or identifiable organizations.
Subscriptions to the Victory Liberty Loan of 4.5 billion dollars reached 2.458 billion nationwide, with 2.041 million still unreported. The Tenth Federal Reserve district trails due to slow local bank reporting, while states Kansas Nebraska Colorado Missouri Oklahoma and New Mexico show varied progress toward quotas.
Louisiana and New Mexico remain the only western states denying women voting rights in the vast territory west of the Missouri River.
Advice warns against alkali in soaps and shampoos which dry the scalp and brittle hair. Recommends plain clarified coconut oil as pure grease free and cheaper. To use, dampen hair, rub in a teaspoonful of oil, available at drug stores for long lasting use.
A scrambled report notes residents from Tonganoxie and nearby towns traveling to Lawrence for a day of shopping. The passage mentions rainless spells, a storm delay, and various locals such as Mrs. Wy and Miss Jhounife Mobertson, with routine activities in Leavenworth and Missouri trips referenced amid social chatter.
Mr and Mrs Ed Johnson of Stanwood were in town for a short visit on Wednesday. Miss Grace Allan plans to travel to Emporia Friday night for a spring party and will be the guest there, with more details continued on page 5.
Dr Edwards' Olive Tablets provide a calomel free laxative option. The soft olive colored tablets soothe the bowels and liver without griping. One or two tablets at bedtime are advertised as quick and pleasant relief for constipation and torpid liver. 10c and 25c per box.
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