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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 14, 1920
Page
4
The Journal-World notes Debs’ campaign rhetoric and Carranza’s whiskers anecdote amid a broader discussion of political strategy. It also mentions the Kaiser’s throne auction rumor and U S efforts to address rail and factory supply pressures. The piece highlights Washington’s awakening to ongoing economic strains and calls for action without specifics.
An editorial critiques residents who oppose church funding while enjoying church benefits. It notes some donate modestly, praises faithful supporters, and blames a broad county failure for the Inter-Church world movement amid broader civic struggles and antiwar themes.
A sermon argues Lawrence churches must act for liberty and protection of home and women. It condemns apathy as Christ’s church faces social issues at home and urges active participation in the community and labor rights.
The article discusses postwar reparations between France and Germany. It argues for a definite minimum payment, not a drawn out settlement, to avoid prolonged conflict. It cautions against setting too high a demand that would burden Germany and hinder global recovery.
The Legion will conduct a five work drive for membership with posters and notices distributed around Lawrence. Members and applicants will be reachable at the Legion Hall as the drive proceeds with materials on hand for immediate signups.
A garbled notice reports events in Taraguay including Archer Day, Rainbow Division Veterans reunion at Caluanbits folay, and a Kansas-Arkie track context. Names and places are uncertain. the piece reads as a miscellany of dates and references to leagues, conferences, and hearings.
In the afternoon session, jurors hear multiple cases including a suit for damages labeled against a defendant tied to a truck involved in an incident. The proceedings address alleged injuries and party responsibilities in the ongoing district court calendar.
A fragmentary list notes various anniversaries and deaths including Alii Charles tain who commanded the Parsi in a mid Atlantic conflict, Louien Catherine Adame connected to Quainey, and Orleans aneu associated with a settling act. It mentions James Garden Sonnelt, owner of The New York Herald, born in New York City on May 10, 1841, and references the New York Stock Exchange.
A garbled birthday notice lists several figures including an English actor in London and a famed novelist born today. It also mentions a detective born in an earlier era and a historic county government founder, with ages and places obscured by the OCR.
The Winshell track team faces disruption as Winnie withdraws from school and returns home causing absence in the meet. Winnie previously held the quarter record at a local meet.
Neighbors report Mrs. White suffered stomach trouble and nervousness for eighteen years. After trying many remedies, Tanlae improved her condition within days, and she now appears healthy and happy, with about twelve bottles taken. Sold in Lawrence by Round Corner Drug Company and City Drug Store.
A man recounts his friend's illness with stomach and stomach-related threats. He cites a period of recovery after taking a simple remedy described as a harmless preparation that removes mucus and reduces inflammation. The note claims one dose will convince and offers refunds.
Fragmentary lines recall a Soviet era port scene with brief mentions of officials and figures. The text includes garbled names and places, making precise events unclear. The readable content suggests a historical reference but lacks coherent followable action or outcome.
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