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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 16, 1916
Page
6
May 16. The first four months of the year see bank clearings totalling about 475 billion, a rise near 45 percent from last year, alongside a 60 percent jump in new business growth as prices push activity forward into the coming months.
An old advertising claim extols Hood's Sarsaparilla as superior for building health and strength. It targets impure blood, weak digestion, poor appetite, and general weakness, urging readers to begin using the remedy today and insist on Hood's.
Announcement notes Witter Metenii as a Republican candidate for State Senator in the upcoming primaries. The message mentions county treasurer as a separate office with no candidate listed and references the party slate.
The article notes gains in bank clearings and railroad earnings, with nine months of port traffic and imports rising, alongside new charters totaling over a trillion dollars. It discusses inflation concerns, bank loan scrutiny, and optimistic yet cautious business prospects for the coming year, highlighting steel, textiles, and petroleum sectors.
An old advertisement warns indoor living weakens muscles and health, urging those 15 to 20 pounds over normal to try oil of keroin capsules from the Round Corner Drug Store. It claims quick fat loss, better digestion, lighter footsteps, and improved appearance after a few days, with nightly use and a trial offer.
Soap should be used very carefully to keep hair looking its best. Most soaps contain too much alkali and dry the scalp, making hair brittle. The best daily cleanser is ordinary maltified coconut oil, pure and greaseless. A few teaspoonfuls cleanse hair and scalp, producing rich lather that rinses clean. Hair dries quickly and evenly, leaving the scalp soft and hair silky, bright, lustrous and easy to manage. Maltified coconut oil is cheap and available at pharmacies, a small amount lasts months for the whole family.
The program will consist of sacred songs and choruses from Aida and feature munivital dances this summer in St Louis. Municipal motion pictures have been discontinued.
A Suehac physician states that Ta dia. Rinkham's Vegetable Compound strengthens the female system by supplying elements needed to tone up the depleted organism. He argues its effectiveness lies in restoring strength rather than acting as a stimulant or palliative.
The forty sixth annual Knights of Pythias Kansas conclave opened in Manhattan with 500 relocates registered and 200 delegates initiated. After ceremonies, visiting dignitaries and grand lodge officers attended a reception hosted by the Pythian Sisters at the Elks Hall. Activities include a parade of drill teams and a silver-tray competition for best drilled company, with Wyandotte last year’s winner not competing this year. The event resumes with business sessions and reports.
Engaged in skirmish with twelve Americans today near Rubio Ranch twenty miles east of Lake Itasente Mexico five bandits including Julie Cardaas a Villa leader were killed in the clash. Lieutenant Gre S. Patton led an auto detachment to seize the bandits as they fired from the ranch house. after Patton returned fire the bandits fled but were overtaken later in a fierce street fight.
Eight men were reported dead and a dozen injured in an explosion at the Repauno nitrate plant near Jibbstown. Five buildings were demolished and the blast damaged nearby areas as investigators began checking wounded workers. Dynantites and other explosives used commercially are produced at the Dupont plant. Mr and Mrs BR C Johnson and Miss Mary Johnson traveled to Kansas City for the day.
Washington reports that the American government will issue a vigorous protest against Britain's interference with mail to and from the United States, especially neutrals. President Wilson plans prompt representations to Britain, while the state department studies the matter. meanwhile firms and individuals harmed by delays have voiced protests. The piece also includes an ad for Hall's Catarrh Cure and Hall's Family Pills.
Washington May 16 Louis D. Bromleis nomination to the Supreme Court was discussed in executive session by the Senate Judiciary Committee. The report generally credited the committee with deeming the nomination without a recommendation and leaving the matter for further action. Fertilizers for lawns gardens and flowers advertised by The Barteldes Seed Co.
Reno and Clifford Dehoff traveled to Lawrence on Saturday while Frank Barnes visited Tonganoxie and Roy Cook headed to Kansas City for the weekend. Guests included Mrs Illiland and Mrs A A Heines with a birthday party for Alfred Kali attended by about thirty local youths. church speaker Rev Alley Cameron spoke on missionary work in China. Lawrence residents Mr and Mrs IAM Guthrie also visited.
Mrs Sam McKone was brought home last Monday from Leavenworth Hospital, improving after surgery. Mrs G Anderson visited Mrs L Afe Hill on Tuesday. John Malo Jr will graduate from Pony Creek this year. Mr and Mrs Fred Kah spent 3 days with Mrs hb Kahn. Mrs C W Hemphill and family welcomed a baby born Saturday May 6. Mr and Mrs W H McKone and family visited his parents Sunday. Eva Graham visiting Hazel Oz. Will Skeet and Harry Skeet visited relatives last Sunday. Kathleen Kelsall spent Sunday evening with Mrs Sai Kelsall. T C Davis of Tennanogsie building on farm. Mrs Anderson and Mrs Henry Kahn for Dwight, Kansas, on Wednesday. Norwine took them to Lawrence to catch train. Sunday school at Pony Creek moved from 2 to 10 AM. Carrier of Lawrence preached at Pony Creek last Sunday evening and left appointment for 11 AM. Mrs Amtoné Kahn and Mrs W Raho visited Tonganox on Monday. Amia Kahn has dental work in Tonganox. Howard Miller and Miss Ruth Pheniese, who fell in Topeka. Grace Hallenbeek visited in Opex. Mrs Graham and son Hobers Graham shopped in Lawrence Thursday. Allen's Foot-Ease relief for troops advertised in local notes. 25¢ drugstores sell it, no substitute.
Community figures attend church and visit kin across Baldwin Jarden and nearby towns. Social events include family gatherings, dinners, christening of Sarah Marie, and a Farm Union meeting initiating eight new members. Photographs of visits and travel to Lawrence are noted among residents.
A Washington City mother reports Dr Caldwell's Syrup Pepsin as a mild effective remedy for a child's constipation. The ad claims the product is free from opiates, strengthens bowel action, restores regularity, and costs fifty cents per bottle. It invites parents to write Dr W B Caldwell for a free sample.
The report details a series of social visits and meals, noting elderly father’s weakening and a busy week of neighborly gatherings. Local residents attend funerals, plan farm work, and celebrate with friends, while farm tasks and upcoming school graduations are mentioned among the town’s daily events.
An advertisement touts Radium Soap and a three pack of Radium products, claiming water cleansing and health benefits. It promises a dealer guarantee and direct order options, mentioning a Setp and vents as part of the packaging and usage guidance.
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