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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 11, 1916

Page

6

Epworth League Social and Campus Entertainment Highlights

The Epworth League of the Methodist church held a social last Tuesday in the church basement with punch and water provided as attendees enjoyed games. Later the group attended a motion picture show featuring The Rosary. A college public speaking event in Centenary hall drew a modest audience with readings by Florence Bess Varricklow Ida Shay Miriam Fraallin Ferd Owenbend Frank Parrettine and Frank Glynn. A spring holiday mood swept campus with various activities and a visit by Davis to sing for Redpath-Horner.

Epworth League The Methodist Church Centenary Hall Rendines Misars Florence Bess Varricklow Ida Shay Mirian Fraallin Ferd Owebend Frank Parrettine Ysis Mateh Frank Glynn

Hood and Wood Sarsaparilla Praised in Vintage Ad

An old advertisement extols Hood’s Sarsaparilla praised for its medicinal harmony and therapeutic power. It links forty years of use to relief from impure blood, low health, poor digestion, and rheumatic symptoms. The text also briefly mentions a parade and attendees including Dr and Mrs Harris and Mr Chardes.

Hood America Wood

State Senator Wier Metcalf seeks August primary renomination

Local notices list Wier S Metcalf as a candidate for State Senator on the Republican ticket with August 1 primaries. Mentions county treasurer reelection, and a crowded slate of political and social updates from Baldwin and nearby areas including visits, business closings, and church activities.

Wier S. Metcalf Tam W Slevesson Register OF Deeds T Am Rete Emeay Ter Gel. C. Wetzul Pullic Lax

Democratic Candidate for Justice of the Peace in Lawrence

W. Weber announces as a Democratic candidate for Justice of the Peace in Lawrence subject to primaries. The note notes uncertainty and a personal reflection about starting from the bottom.

Justice OF the Peace Lawrence W. Weber

Thompson's Malted Food advertisement claims maternal nutrition

An old ad promotes Thompson's Malted Food as a near substitute for mother's milk. It touts "peptonized" pure sweet milk, large state development, and physician endorsements. Produced in Waukesha and sold by Dick Bros Dingists in Lawrence with a 50 cent trial package and satisfaction guarantee.

Thompson Waukesha Dick Bros; Dinggists Lawrence

Local Social Notes From Linwood and Lawrence Areas

Nellie Meinke of Linwood spent Saturday and Sunday with T W Divenport. Mr and Mrs Richard Reynolds of Fall visited sisters Mrs George Abbott. Manliek Mrs George Water and others. William Lawrence visitor, Mrs Paul Toruedei and family noted. Myrtle Davison stayed in Lawrence. Barry McCabria spent the weekend at home.

Nellie Meinke Linwaarl T. W. Divenport Hichard Resnolds Pent Linwood Paul ‘Toruedei Williamstensa Mere George Lewer Geopee May Ware Victoris Wisstet Sitowas Myrtle Davison Lawrence Barry McCabria

Hairy Growth Removal Method Promoted by Beauty Expert

A well known beauty specialist advertises a hair remover treatment. Mix powder and water into a paste, apply to hairy surface, rub off after about two minutes, wash the skin, and remove all traces of hair. Claims are made that the method is safe if the product is genuine.

Belleview Social Roundup and Local Visits

Mr. and Mrs. Charles Nemoe of Clinton spent Monday and Tuesday at the hospital. Russ and Rollin Mannix visited Vittus Madi and Mrs. Wil Shrek. Mr Hassell called on Mrs. Worsythe Wednesday afternoon. Will Packer and family visited the Shirek home Wednesday. Mildred and Warren Forsythe called on Mrs. Janes Shirek. The Shireks shared supper with Mr. and Mrs. BE Forsythe. Dansty and family spent Wednesday with kin. A barn mishap left Little Dame Parker injured but recovering.

Charles ‘Nemoe Cihnton Add Home Russ Rollin Mannix Vittus Madi Will Walker Wil Shrek Hassell Worsythe Will Packer John Shirek Mildred Warren Forsythe Janes Shirek BE. Forsythe Koy Dansty Dames Parker Indy Tiel Tatas Aml Jeb Shirck Andl Mas Wall Parker Sand Tani Albert Grosdider Lawrence Winsley Jessie von Carnten Adleen Leni Louis Ciosdidion Charles Mario Will Shirek Vivian Aust Wilma Sem Inl Pattie Watsnberser 4Llende Julia Shirek Will Herbert Wesley Zoellner aSaimley Afvermann Aev Viton Stapel Aileen -VorGuntam Jessie Whaley Him “Mien Tulse Okla Contractor Burrier Geo. Ott Chas. Ott Ernest Russell C. A George Jones Singers Trout Eudora Manning Stagers Jhorse M. Stagers Aly West Wl. Skage Kansas City Cénmel

Tiz Foot Comfort Ad Claims Quick Pain Relief

An old ad copy promotes Tiz as a remedy for sore tired aching feet. It promises relief from bunions callouses and foot odor, claiming feet will feel lighter and shoes fit better after using a 25 cent box.

Shirek Neighbors Gather for Pleasant Evening Meeting

About thirty six neighbors attended a Shirek area gathering at the Joy residence Wednesday evening. Music, conversation, and dainty refreshments followed a social hour, with Mrs. John Russell hosting the Ladies Aid meeting the same day and a talk by Mrs. Geo. Whaley on A Trip Around the World.

Easley Eye Russell Mabel’ Aodfyrtte Russell Marie Ott Elmer Allen B. Genner Richard Goo. Ott Marie Diva. Ott Dorothy Freese MM Mary Ilalimes Geo. Whaley Jessie EL Forstyke Mildred Aid Mors Mabel Myrile Grace Preese Miss Mary Mrr Moss Choo MM. Grosdidier Nebraska Geo Belleview Bhirek Cie Dessie Hiram Cantrell Lawrence I Wiieda Lena Ziewler Elsie

Musterole Promises Quick Sore Throat Relief

An old remedy claims to ease sore throat bronchitis croup and chest congestion by applying a clean white ointment with fingers. Advertises 25¢ 5¢ and hospital sizes from Ole Company Cleveland Ohio urging buyers to ensure genuine Musterole.

Ole Company Cleveland Ohio

Lawrence visitors and church events noted in local column

Kin and Rainier Whitney of Lawrence visit cousin, with many locals hosting relatives from Thursday to Sunday. Church services and a large noon dinner at Kanwaka mark Sunday, including a guest list, a birthday party for Violet Piper, and several social gatherings at homes across the town.

Rainier Whitney Lawrence Vibe Jebneet Gehext Lidgeays Coythi Lindsay George Davis Walter Kanwaka Willie Ds Homry van Susie Harley Rose Hoffman Dse Renitasand Ranwaka Wo We Hanghn Laioas Effie Hanghn Hazel Weber Monlay Eimywood Crisil AM. Richardson Sheet Cohuan Eau Margaret Dowald Iki Pary Violet Piper Elie Ifally Ceilae Lane Nembers Gregor Mey Nellie Armstrong Laura Socia Hos Robert Lindsay Corinthia Lind Jean Ants Aestor Pathiaer M Aba Marie Davis Walter Davis Ats AL RL Stith Baton Cof Brickett George Sae West

Keeping Young with Olive Tablets by Dr Edwards

An advertisement promotes Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowel tonic to preserve a youthful appearance. It claims 90 percent of illnesses stem from the bowels and liver and markets olive colored tablets sold nationwide with prices of 10 and 25 cents per box through druggists.

Billieus Edwards Ohio

Auction Sale of Automobiles Planned for May 13

The notice announces an automobile auction set for May 13 at 2:30 PM. It lists participants and contacts, references a local sale format, and includes scattered names and ad-like lines amid a fragmented legal tax discussion.

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