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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1916
Page
3
Study Food Values emphasizes careful selection for the family table. Royal Baking Powder is described as pure and free from alum or phosphate, derived from tartar streams, and trusted for producing fine wholesome foods across generations.
The list shows local and state figures including County Clerk and Sheriff candidates along with court officials and community leaders. It notes endorsements for a party ticket and civic roles, with mentions of Lawrence and Walhues counties and various public offices.
C. Lansdon, candidate for governor, declines to promise tax cuts and advocates improved government efficiency. He argues higher living costs require smarter public spending, pledging to reduce waste while maintaining essential services such as schools and public institutions.
The text lists numerous small social visits and gatherings across the community. Mr and Mrs Barr, Josephine Eldridge, Mr and Mrs Ernest Richa, the Richards family, and several others are noted visiting relatives and friends at various homes. Reverend Lothert preached in Lawrence. Barker’s Sunday highlighted church attendance.
Fragmented OCR lists numerous local names and visits in Lawrence and Linwood, mentioning Torneden and related families. Notes include social visits, errands, school events, and a funeral with limited readable details.
About 150 city letter carriers are expected at the annual Kansas Letter Carriers association convention in Ottawa. William Maker of Omaha leads out of town speakers. Mayor F Me will give welcome. Delegates arrive from Topeka, Kansas City, Osage, Paola, and others. The main topic is the civil service retirement bill before the senate.
The triennial meeting of the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen and Engineers opens in Denver on June 5 with 842 delegates. Key topics include a general revision of the constitution and a plan to establish permanent headquarters for the order.
A long speech outlines changes to a national convention structure with talks of cutting delegates at the state level and adding a vice president seat. Possible venues in San Francisco and Peoria are noted as options, with campaigns hinting at district representation and reform proposals.
A May stone laying ceremony occurred at the Sheridan Callsenan project in Topeka overseen by the Kansas Normal Sehtowl board. The event marks funding and contract approvals for the build, with administration confirming payment to contractors and the erection proceeding as planned.
A summer snack called Triscuit Shredded Whole Wheat Wafer suits luncheons picnics and outdoor trips. Toast it to revive crispness and spread butter soft cheese or marmalade. Made at Niagara Falls New York and praised for aroma and nourishment in compact form.
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