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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 25, 1920
Page
3
A Thursday university concert features a varied program including English airs and international pieces. The event, promoted by the Father’s aides and Greek delegation, will be held at the campus hall with seating reserved at the Drug Store corner.
A local school held a morning chapel tryout to select a representative for IF. Judges Garrett Hofnes and others evaluated oratory, composition, and delivery. Notable attendees included Professors Aivsemler, Heaney, and Wali, with guests such as Ieee onnel, Aud Bataa, and Catherine Fatun observing.
Mlle Sorel, a French actress, drew attention in Paris by appearing in a play wearing a gown valued at $10,000. Observers called the display extravagant, but Sorel defended the lavish attire as her own choice.
The article describes a nascent fraternity initiative at the school, with faculty support and student planning. It notes involvement from Ralph Penner and others, mentions a music department program, and attendance by staff and students at a chapel event with several numbers performed.
An ad counsels readers to cure weakness by building blood iron with Dr. Pierce’s frantic Tablets, claiming benefits from spinach and other foods and urging purchase at drug stores or by mail from Buffalo New York. Also promoted are hair washing preparations and other remedies in a cluttered health ad page.
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