Interurban Plans Prompt Police and Civic Debate
The Wichita Eagle notes rising police salaries and more officers as a preparatory step for the interurban opening to City. It also mentions a complication in the presidential situation involving the object of haying her husband remain in his White House job. The piece suggests cities with increasing criminal activity may form vigilante or anti theft organizations to curb motor vehicle depredations, including ear stealing, which is described as growing into a substantial industry and could require vigilant committees.
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Lawrence
Wichita Eagle
Say
Jlughes
White House
Bughand Wartime Bills and Draft Details Delayed
Bughand debates defense measures with conscription decided long ago though details remain unsettled. Eng- Tad pushes its wartime plans while the United States prepares for a possible conflict that may never arise.
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United States
Amd Eng- Tad
Eile
Austrian Offensives Push on Fronts Amid War News
The report notes Austrian campaigns against Russia and on the Italian front, highlighting gains in ground and the capture of prices and supplies as signs of progress in the great war.
Rescue of Captured Americans Reflects Courage in Mexico
American troops show nerve and determination in Mexico as two captives are rescued from bandits. The bold finish and strong scouting helped secure the release amid cautious optimism about Villa.
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Mexico
Villa
Lawrence Trees Saved by Sprayers to Protect City Beauties
Local officials plan to bring sprayers to town to protect the elm trees and preserve Lawrence's reputation as a beauty spot. The move aims to prevent pest damage and safeguard the foliage valued for the town’s scenic appeal and business image.
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Lawrence¢a
Scott Reports Mexican Coalitions and Blythe Critique
Charles F. Scott of Iola returns from a Mexico trip to assess coalition efforts and counters Samuel Blythe. He cites a Sunday Evening Post photo of a Mexican water shortage crowd at the city outskirts and notes Blythe’s article on public issues, including conditions and governance.
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Mexico
Charles F. Scott
Iola
Mr. Scott
Kansas
Samuel Blythe
Av Register
Saunday Evening Post
Mexico City
Blythe
Auction Sale of Automobiles at Smiths Saturday May 20th
Auction sale of automobiles at Smiths on Saturday May 20 at 2 30 o clock. Also remodeling plans for Taylor property at Seventh and Ohio streets to create a two apartment duplex with street facing exterior and a new double structure, work expected complete by mid August.
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Smith's
Taylor
Albert
Whntom of
Kansas
Seventh
Ohio Streets
Ig T
Simith’s
Editors Praise Lawrence and KU at Kansas gathering
Editors from Kansas weekly papers flocked to Lawrence for a university and city review. They praised the hospitality the Merchants and Farmers association offered, highlighted public water plans, and noted Lawrence as a lively, up to date town with strong university presence.
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Sweek
Kansas
Lawrence
University
Istate
Lawrencé
J. ¥. Napier
Merchants and” Farmers Association
Newton
Newton Kansan
Merchants and Farmers Association
Lawrence Xn
University of Kansas
Oskaloosa
Cillilan
Ch. 1
Xear
Brisbane
Kar
Udyis
Little
Billy
Tittle
Tom “Thompson
The
Howard Courant
the Courant
Esther Clark
Abs. Thompson
Mount Oread
K. U
Kelley
Toronto
Alys
Ciga
Womien
Abs
Public Parks Purpose Cited For Public Good
In Lawrence Central Park serves as a busy city spot with a public court used by young people and families. The writer argues parks exist for public benefit beyond beauty, noting other cities provide ball grounds and tennis courts as essential features of public spaces.
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Lehais Court
Central Park
Lawrence
Fehick
WSU
Thompson's Food Peptonized for babies nutrition
The ad promotes Thompson's Food Peptonized as a complete nourishing substitute when mothers milk is unavailable. It claims rapid health benefits for infants, with preparation by adding water and ready to use, urging immediate trial.
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Thompson
Lawrence
Simple Home Treatment to Remove Hairy Growths
An old beauty note promises hair removal in minutes using a tela tone paste made from delatone powder mixed with water. After applying and removing the paste, wash the skin to remove all residue for clear smooth skin. The remedy requires genuine delatone from a druggist.
Bugs and Pest Control Product Spotlight at Kansas University
An item notes a demonstration at the University at 2 30 in the afternoon titled The Agriculture of Kansas focusing on death to flies and all kinds of bugs. Dick Bros Leading Druggists are mentioned as exhibitors or sponsors.
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University
Agriculture of Kansas
el Vampire
Dick Bros
Establish More Outdoor Courts to Benefit City Youth
A letter urges creating more public park tennis courts to provide outdoor exercise for children and adults. It argues fresh air and play reduce discipline problems and health issues, noting one court in use by kids from all wards and calling for park expansions and wide access.
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Amore Courts
W. H., Moys
Prentiss Offers Plants at Heine Store Sale
Frank Prentiss advertises in Heine Store at 907 Tenn. St for sale of kala vines madeira vines tall cannas cabbage s tomato ants porgies and greenhouse plants.
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Frank Prentiss
Heine
Tenn. ‘St
Address by Mohler A. Moller in Lawrence Friday
Mohler A. Moller secretary of agriculture for the State of gas will speak in Lawrence on Friday. The note indicates the address will be held in the Administration build and promises a public event.
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Mohler al. A. Moller
Agriculure
Lawrence
Plain coconut oil shampoo beats alkali soaps for hair
Readers are advised that most soaps and shampoos contain too much alkali which dries the scalp and makes hair brittle. The recommended alternative is plain refined coconut oil applied with water to produce rich lather that cleanses, rinses easily, and leaves hair soft, bright, fluffy, and free of dust and dandruff.
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Bradfield Regulator Co
Lamar Bldg
Atlanta, Ga
Waite
Aerated water ad text with phone number 198
Fragmentary classified style copy noting aerated distilled water and a phone contact 198. The lines mix casual quotes about satisfaction with taking things as they come, reflecting an ad or filler snippet.
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Bonisr Springs
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Lecourton Sun
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