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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1916
Page
4
A damaged OCR snippet includes midline prices and a street address then shifts to fragmented phrases about pro German figures in New York and calls for liberty in Germany. The readable portions reference Massachusetts Street and publication terms, with no clear event or outcome to anchor a full news item.
Fragmentary account describes a scene at Chivaro involving Prod V Vemeator of the Field and Willis Gleed. Objects on the center table include a Bible a catalog a bottle and cards while preparations for entertainment unfold. The read text appears garbled with missing words and names.
The passage presents garbled reflections on time value money and life choices. It mentions pondering who should act and what someone really wants in life, with unclear references to events or people and no coherent narrative.
Aged leaders like Captain Merrill and Bowersock reflect on long careers and retirement. Merrill near thirty years of service in orchard efforts and Bowersock with over forty years as a teacher plan to entrust capable lieutenants with continued work. The piece notes a shift toward constructive governance and personal acceptance of aging while urging continued dedication.
The weekly letter discusses Franco-German tensions, U.S. relations with Germany and Mexico, and hopes for improved diplomacy after Sussex incident admissions. It notes President Wilson's recent stance clarifying aims and urges cautious engagement to avoid home disturbance while seeking friendly powers cooperation.
The text argues that a decisive end to hostilities between Central Powers and Entente remains distant. Neither side has conceded, and only force would force submission. Peace talk will continue, with cautious optimism, as both sides consider concessions for bellicose ends. It warns of a long Mexican involvement risk and escalating costs ahead.
A fragment notes a husband in a city ward who cured his wife of various ills and to whom she attributes her relief while he never paid for assistance, highlighting local domestic tensions and public reports.
In this pre Springfield era account the sources shaping Abraham Lincoln's intellect appear broader than prior claims. The piece argues his reading extended beyond law and politics to classic authors, with hints about his colleagues and personal life influencing his education. It challenges the view that Lincoln relied solely on legal and political study.
A quirky note in the Abilene Reflector ponders whether a name carries power or fate. It cites Canadian war minister Sam Hewhes, Australian premier W Hughes, and Charles Hughes as a satire on leadership. The piece muses on Celtic origins of Lizhes and links names to energy and vigor in politics.
A fragmented reminiscence condemns early American responses to Mexican and Villan events, noting sinking ships and lives lost. It laments repeated pacifist retorts while urging stronger action against Villa and others, reflecting a call for decisive consequences despite casualties.
The Springfield Republican reports growing objections from Republicans to Hughes centered on fear he would clash with party organs. It argues his Albany experience shows officials close to Justin had influence, and that Hughes would need broader counsel if elected president.
A brief consumer ad notes a simple paste made from alkaline water with powdered delatone can remove hairy growths from the skin. Apply to the surface for three minutes, rub off, and wash to remove hairs, with a caveat to use genuine delatone.
Mrs Fred Heck pleasant hostess to ML R Club on Thursday May 11. Emil Heek and Lena Week attended as guests. Afternoon featured fancy work and a light refreshment. The club plans May 18 meeting with Fred Lewis and a roll call naming a dish suitable for dark spring evenings.
A fragment urges evaluating life insurance value for men in Lawrence within the near future. The text includes a claim about saving money and references a person or ad copy by Ed Klein. It notes concern over smoking and perception of excess use.
The Daily China Post from Hankew predicts no permanent peace with the army while it remains powerful and argues the master of China is not monarchist or republican but a military force, with civil authority unlikely to fully control regional generals and provinces amid ongoing unrest. An auction note lists a sale of automobiles at Smith's on May 20 and home garden plants at the Home Store, 907 Tenn. St. Contact 182 for ice cream and fruit ices.
Singer Sewing Machine Co advertises all kinds rented repaired and sold on easy payments. Old machines taken in exchange. Two phones 577. Reference to Dan. A quip notes the difficulty of serving two bosses due to conflicting demands.
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