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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1914
Page
6
The document outlines plans to expand sugar beet cultivation across multiple states including California and Minnesota, arguing vast land to grow beets could make the U.S. self reliant in sugar. It cites thousands of acres, notes potential yield gains, and discusses crop rotations and land use implications for national production targets.
Cannily crafted, the text touts a cure all remedy for constipation and stomach troubles claiming to purify bowels and remove poisons. It promises quick “10 cent” relief from a drug store and urges care for children while tying the product to sugar-industry independence and global parity.
Graphite imports cut off would strain supplies for pencils and crucibles. Domestic flake graphite, found in New York, New Jersey, Pennsylvania, North Carolina, Alabama, Texas, and Canada, could offset shortages if foreign sources fail. Canadian deposits and U S reserves are described by the United States Geological Survey, with local plants and potential expansions noted.
The Texag Wonantores kitney and Madder Troubles claim to cure diabetes, rheumatism, and bladder issues in men women and children. Returns offered by mail for 1.00 with two months treatment from Dr. E. W. Hall of St. Louis. Ads urge readers to send for Kangas testimonials and promote Lawrence Business College.
A fragmentary society note mentions a wife writing a few words daily to her husband and notes that she never mails cards or letters. The text then shifts to a list of real estate transfers involving DeSota State Bank in Dedeta Kansas and several named parties, including John Mogan and others, with dates and partial descriptions. The overall item blends personal correspondence with transfer notices from a local bank.
The Washington embassy rejects persistent rumors of a revolt in India. They call reports about a revolution invented and unfounded. Rallies of princes, political groups, and the public are cited as loyalty proofs to the British Empire, with ongoing military and financial support received daily.
An old advertisement touts Halle’s Catarrh Cure as a constitutional remedy that cures catarrh in all stages. It claims the medicine works by affecting the blood and system, and offers $100 to anyone that it fails to cure. Sentences promise testimonials and list of endorsers.
A letter from Paul Te Fasnacht touts Eckman’s Alterative as highly effective for throat and lung ailments, boasting rapid improvement, restored appetite, and weight regain from 390 to 165 pounds after use. The report urges requesting a booklet and Eckman Laboratory proof, and notes a regional sales push and price.
A garbled high school page lists plan details for Mitchel BoysChih and an opening night event, along with a chemistry department note and various Society activities. It mentions the Girls Literary Society, announcements for Student Council travel, and meetings in the training building as well as multiple student trips and staff movements.
From London the Express reports German cavalry units fighting on foot in France as horses dwindle. A German cavalry officer, now a prisoner, estimates two thirds of cavalry strength lost. Reconnaissance and advances near Paris are hindered by horse shortages, with many mounts taken for infantry use.
Fragmentary notes describe a tree yielding basalt pulp and edible products with potential for profitable investment. References to candles soap and butter suggest possible industrial uses. Mentions names like Chris Gaik Herat Mir and Rudd and a fire at 701 Ride Island.
President Wilson’s stance is expected to determine whether the freight tax or other revenue measures pass. A Ways and Means meeting was called as Underwood pressures action despite possible delay until Wilson returns to Washington. The debate centers on pressing the tax now versus awaiting the President’s approval. A separate notice advertises a sale near Lawrence, Kansas on Thursday, September 7 at 9 o'clock sharp with live stock and goods offered.
A public sale at the Davis Place near Lake on Tuesday features a farm yard with a fresh heifer, brood sow, two farm wagons, a 16 inch plow, a 12 inch cultivator, a cook stove, desks, a tandem binder, a mower, and other tools. Items include livestock, household goods, and farm implements offered under fair terms by auctioneers Durkanal and Ansel with clerk Asher.
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