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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1919
Page
5
An advertising pitch urges readers to test Miller Tires on their own car. It claims all Millers wear the same under similar conditions, guarantees against defects, and promises long distance mileage with geared to the road tread for safety on muddy and slippery roads.
A messy social column recounts a veterans group meeting at 4 PM with tea service and discussions on World War questions, plus fourteenth members and a county chain party in Topeka. It mentions Miss Peakrs, Mrs Green hosting in Missouri, and a forthcoming marriage in Albuquerque with Mr Rath Dennis and Dr James Skinner.
The article discusses how paper makers seek straw fiber as a substitute due to ongoing Canadian spruce forest destruction. It notes rising costs and supply concerns affecting paper production and mentions stakeholders like publishers and railway officials while highlighting the need for alternative raw materials.
A humorous exchange contrasts wise words spoken in jest with foolish ones spoken in earnest. Merrington and Stingsby debate the value and impact of speech in a witty back and forth.
A tribute to influential figures who inspire progress in Sydney South, highlighting leadership and civic impact during their era. The passage honors their guidance and the broader upliftment of the community through decisive action and shared vision.
Wichita dispatch reports the Internal Revenue Service plans a nationwide drive to identify tax disputes and methods used to reduce taxable income for earlier years. It warns that voluntary corrections with amended returns may avoid penalties unless evasion is evident, and notes inventories and methods used to lower tax liability will be scrutinized.
Kansas reporters note warning from Secretary of State J. Vohler at the annual county agents and extension meeting. He cites shifts in acreage with corn and wheat dominating the state's crops and a decline in cattle and hog numbers by about 20 percent.
Josiah Brockxh Brock born in January on Sivania Street died after six years of poor health from high blood pressure. A longtime resident of Crookstown Minnesota, he lived about twenty eight years in New. Funeral arrangements not completed at time of report.
Freight incident results in two deaths after a loader mishap with acetylene tanks triggers a blaze. Fire crews battled flames as investigators began examining cause at the scene.
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