Grain card shortages spark rail and education concerns
The Journal-World reports railroads could aid farmers by supplying cars while markets were favorable. Education shifts loom as motion pictures enter schools potentially replacing some textbooks. Government cider mislabeling prompts manufacturing scrutiny and political maneuvering marks Reed’s stance. Douglas County Republican women push activity as Kansas leans toward Republican in election outlook. Dean Walker of Kansas engineering weighs industrial links to farming.
Veterans and draftsmen clash over army image in reunion notes
Readers are reminded the voter registration deadline for November looms as city offices extend evenings. The 130th Field Artillery and Thirty-Fifth Division reunions criticized how Regular Army is portrayed, warning that disrespect could erode support for the forces defending the nation and urging wiser leadership and learning.
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130Th Field Artillery
Thirty-Fifth
Topeka
Peck
Fane
Thayer Collection Auction Threat Jams State University
Editorial notes Mrs Thayer may remove the Jermace magnificent art collection from the State University of Kansas unless proper steps are taken to house and care for it. The piece argues the collection is educationally valuable and would cost the state over 16 909 to house, a risk of losing rare, discriminately gathered works. Chas B Scott in Iola Register voices concern.
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Thayer
Kansas City
Chas
Scott
Iola
Thanksgiving Day events and openings across states
Today marks the fifth anniv ersary consecration of Rt Wilson R Stearle as bishop coadjutor of the Episcopal diocese of Newark N J A textile exposition opens in Greenville South Carolina The National Marine League meeting in Chicago Senate Coolidge to speak across southern states Young America Day events at Marion and a front porch speech by a senator Memorial arches dedication in Vicksburg and Louisiana mem orials VP Barkley begins a three day tour in Kentucky Ohio State University launches a fundraising drive for a new stadium North Carolina State Fair opens in Raleigh Mississippi State Fair opens in Jackson American Bankers Association convention opens in Washington DC Disciples of Christ gather for opening in St Louis
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Wilson R. Stearle
Newark
N. 5
Montelsir
Greenville, & C
Benson
Tyit- Statez
Te National Marine League
Chicago
St. Louis
National Paint, Oil and Varnish Association
Calvin S. Coolidee
Marion
Louisiana State
Vicksboro
Thomas Kae Ishall
Kentucky
Ohio State University
Dollar Ford
jOhra State Federation of Women's Clubs
Columbus
Births and Aging Figures Highlight Today in News
Fragmentary note lists individuals related to birthdays and notable figures. Mentions include a former U S senator from Tennessee and a celebrated inventor in electricity, with unclear place names and ages.
Kansas farmers face price debt plan amid westward decline
The piece discusses the strain on Midwestern farmers due to rising rents and credit rates as industry encroaches. It notes political calls for special farmer protections, and outlines an amendment proposal to fund farm purchases by easing loan costs, aiming to curb abandonment of farms in Kansas and the broader plains. It also mentions unrelated notes from Athens and local auctions.
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Audit Bureau of Circulations
Postoffice
Lawrence
Anzaz
William
Allen Winter
New Farland
Middle West
Sepialey
Kansar Nefis
Lfe
Platerny
Harding
Gia
Paneer
Gauss
Han
Kansas
Lueel
Industriak
Raneus
Ranees
Tve
Fifty Years Ago in Lawrence Rail Fragments Recall Rail Era
A garbled 19th century Lawrence column recalls a city ward flood, a brick street repair, and a long voyage by train through Topeka Fort Leavenworth and Kansas City. It notes landmark routes, historic rail lines, and distant connections shaping daily life in Lawrence a half century earlier.
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Pram
Republican Daily Journal of Oeteber
Turner
Kaneas
Severine
Joti Wits
Fey
Princeton
Cour
Loka
Anachronistic Anniversaries From a Distant Ledger
A garbled scan lists various historical milestones with dates and places, including a duchy marriage note, an 1850 birth, an 1852 railroad opening Chicago Joliet, 1870 Rome proclaimed capital of Italy, rail competition between St John New Brunswick and Barron, a railway or steel origin note, the University of Oregon opening, and a 1888 French decorations sale.
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Marlborough
Rowlands
England
Chicago and Rock
Chicago
Joliet
Lrome
Kingdom of Italy
St. John
Barron
Oreres Neer Steelation Wis Oraninsd
University of Oregon
France
Buick to ship iron steoke and bicycle for health
One year ago a Hastings family mourned the sudden death of Viscount CWilli tor. The Hight Iron stock was shipped to San Francisco and later returns noted as autos improve.
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Fam Wablerf
iMughton
Five-Story Fire Hazard Revealed in Lawrence Auctions
Five hopefuls file in for a Lawrence meeting as political activity heats up. Speakers including Judge Geo D. Darker and TT Greene address a large crowd arriving by carriage and bicycle to discuss campaigns and party activities. The article notes a bustling political scene with residents traveling from distant areas.
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Peter Say
Medehy Jeluinen
Vic Johnsen
Linton
Naoanery
Pollyanna Promises Scale for Pickford Studio Pictures
The article discusses United Artists plans for Mary Pickford's Pollyanna and other star releases. It notes high production costs, location shoots from Los Angeles to Sierra Nevada, and efforts to create pictures with lasting impact rather than mere entertainment. It mentions Fatty Arbuckle? and several stars in context of early cinema production practices.
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Moon
Unital Aves Corporation
Cie
M Jes Chaplin
Bards
Douglas Feirbanks
Shy Dow
Griffin
Neve
Mary Pickford
Pollyenna
Big Pour
United Artis
Powell
Los Angeles
Tidenendpence
Raile High
Sierra Nevada
New England
Polliek Ford
Mintion Pictur
Can
Tuite
Sendenen
Pickford
Teo
Mattters
Miss Pickford
Democratic Keepers Reported in County Scene
Fragmented note mentions Nick West in Kent West Virginia and references sheriff, deputies, and a contested event. Readable bits describe law enforcement figures and potential incidents with unclear chronology and names.
Midinette Move Into Office Work Shifts Paris Fashion
French fashion and dressmaking say the “midinette” is moving from apprentice sewing to office tasks. Apprentices once earned only maintenance pay while learning, now some enter shorthand and typing roles. Salaries rise with training, from modest to substantial in big Paris fashion houses amid shortages.
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