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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1917
Page
6
Ideal autumn weather prevailed in September at the University of Kansas with mean temperature 69.22 degrees, 19 degrees below average. Rainfall total 5.73 inches, 1.59 inches above normal, concentrated on the 25th–26th. Measured humidity 70.4 percent, wind varied with 7,580 miles total, barometer 28.9858 inches. Seismograph recorded no earthquakes in September.
The Kansas team returns two veterans boosting a backfield averaging about 164 pounds. Scrimmage against freshmen showed a fierce regular attack. Casey Nettles and others pace the line. Os Open aerial style hinted for valley games with Joe Marquis and others contending for open positions. Farmers pace report suggests Kansas may face strong competition this season.
City briefs note W He Saint of Marysville Kansas leaving for Lawrence this morning to bid farewell to Battery boys. His devoted son and nephew with thirteen other boys from Marysville belong to Battery. Comrade Smith, one of seven family members in the Civil War, is mentioned with James Smith a former Kansas Secretary of State. J P White, American Express general agent for Omaha, stopped in Lawrence on his way to Camp Funston for a short visit with friends.
An advertisement from Charles A Turrett M D of New York promotes Cascade baths as nature’s cure for constipation. Joseph A Weis writes of relief after trying Cascade II, claiming improved mood and energy. Dr Turrett highlights 26 years’ experience in internal bathing and invites readers to a show at Round Corner Drug Store in Kaneas with a free brochure on request.
In a fast opening season game on Haskell grounds, fullback Campbell scored twice for Haskell Indians as they defeated Ottawa University 18 to 0. Campbell’s 68 yard dash set up another score, while Wynne contributed with short gains and punting. Haskell’s line defense stifled Ottawa, with penalties evening the play, as coach Isabo’s line coaching produced a relentless push.
Daily telephone changes show numbers to be corrected in your directory. Update frequently dialed contacts and watch the list daily. Names listed include Siler A CG Abcene 1599 Coons Mrs 1599 Black Song DS 24271599 Sims CA 12340 White 2340 Black 8340 Red Wiley Lyman with various codes and colors.
Eighty five percent of Kansas loyalty food conservation committees have sent their acceptances to Dr H J Waters state food administrator. Most members appointed by Herbert Hoover are expected to serve. A speaking campaign begins ahead of October 21 to enroll volunteers for the national food administration. Bruce Kennedy will make 20 addresses at colleges with many volunteers. Dr Strong Prof Rice Henderson Martin hold key committee roles. Mr and Mrs E G Wilson motored to Camp Funston yesterday.
The document lists first and second premiums for livestock events with notes on Heifer entries and various breed categories. Names like Grant, Chay, and Kansas appear among judges and participants. The text records premiums for cattle, heifers, and other livestock, highlighting prize amounts and winners across multiple classes.
London reports champagne corks rise to 2% marks per bottle with cork as courts prepare a decision. Free fighting over corks in Berlin Hamburg and other cities ends as waiters are accused of earning 27 marks per hundred corks. Berlin court to decide on cork ownership and reuse questions. Mr. and Mrs. John Thompson spent today in Kansas City.
A garbled classified collation lists FOR SALE and FOR RENT items with scattered references to prices and contact details. Fragments mention a street address, terms, and hunting for buyers or tenants, interspersed with broken names and illegible lines.
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