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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1914
Page
6
The readable portions describe a six hour or six Hoel program and various names such as Sierra Lame Buck Kidney Troubie and Ridagoy. References touch on issues, trouble, and sensation with scattered mentions of people and places, but many words are garbled and unclear.
In Topeka on September reports from state and national banks show deposits near 115 per capita. The state auditor noted totals around 41.3 million with private books and trust from pubic figures. National banks reported deposits of about 7.08 billion, with state and national totals reflecting broad growth across the sector.
Historical records show steel and alloy imports totaling around 100 187 long tons in some years, with 128 070 long tons in 1918, highlighting domestic production leaning to internal consumption. The note discusses reliance on foreign supplies for certain alloys and the shifting balance between domestic manufacture and imported materials.
Fragmented and biased reporting from major papers about Germany and Europe stirs debate over American journalism. Critics argue outlets distort events to fit agendas, prompting questions about press independence and public trust in wartime coverage.
Former French Premier with Gen Gallieni and ambassadors toured American hospital wards. Doctors report German wounded treated well while German officers praised care. Sightseers included Aristide Briand and other dignitaries as ambulatory casualties across Paris hospitals received attention.
A distorted dispatch claims British naval instructors accused of depredations against Turks in Berlin and Constan tinople. The text notes removal of wireless apparatus from the British embassy and includes fragmented remarks from an undertaker and a philosopher about restraint and timing.
An odd health notice discusses health conditions and medical claims. The advertisement promotes Dr. Kilmer's Swamp-Root, urging readers to request a sample by writing to Kilmer Co. in Binghamton, New York. It emphasizes remedy testimonials and urges action for those with bladder troubles.
Distorted report notes heavy casualties among troops in Galicia with mentions of severe light conditions and widespread injuries. References to Austria and Mithin era turmoil appear amid fragmented battlefield details.
An old time advertisement extols Down's Kidney Pills as a cure for frequent urination headaches and backache tied to kidney disorders. It features testimonials from Mrs Lowery of Lawrence and others, urging readers to buy the product at 50 cents per box and to insist on Pavin's Kidney Pills rather than generic kidney remedies.
A fragmented ad style piece touts remedies and pills with claims to cure kidney, bladder, digestion, and rheumatic issues. It references Mrs Tseph Rallins and physicians, with testimonials from Kansas and Missouri distribution points and vague promises of better salaries from a business college.
The annual Prittain County Fair opens next week featuring farm product displays, racing events, and a programme headlined by aviator Theodore Stackman. Entries began as early as September 11 with hopes for large crowds despite adverse weather.
In Maine, Porthaid and Seyit report four congressmen reelected yesterday. Oakley, Curtis of Corban, and Woods challenged GOP candidates. Haines, Republican, sought higher office. Election results show most cities reporting, with Republicans losing ground as Democrats secure reelection across districts.
London Sept. 6 reporting ghastly scenes along the Marne Valley front. Descriptions speak of desolation and tolling graves as German dead are buried under shellfire and stench. Voices recall the grim toll and lingering horror of the battlefield landscape and ruined villages.
Theodore Roosevelt plans a series of speeches as a Progressive leader. Kansas hosts a Topeka event and Wichita date on Saturday with stops in Hutchinson and other cities. The itinerary includes Lincoln Nebraska Des Moines and St Louis with a late May schedule and travel details.
Washington Dada reports President Wilson will reply to Emperor William's peace message and discuss terms with Britain France and Russia. A Belgian air commission arrives from Belgium to present alleged use of dumdum bullets. They are to meet with Secretary Bryan and go to the White House tonight.
Attendance looks good as students from across the region travel toward Manhattan for the fall term at the state agricultural college. West and east arrivals crowd streets and streets cars fill with students checking into rooms and boarding houses. The incoming class, the largest in the history of the institution, begins a busy year of domestic science and related departments, with students from Topeka and Wichita among those pursuing studies.
In Petrograd in September the dispatch reports a bold raid by Rusbians along the Vistula. Forty men of the Seoults group advanced under darkness, blew up enemy stoves, set fires, and damaged Austrian commissariat infrastructure. The attack disrupted Austrians and damaged military equipment, contributing to pressure on retreating forces amid ongoing operations along the front.
Fragmentary OCR lists names and terms related to a time of statewide prohibition in Washington. The readable fragments include personal names and garbled phrases such as Falelwaa Casebeer Z oman cAgda Ral Lenora Sourwing and references to booze and Vermouth.
A broken OCR report notes an influx of 1,272 Americans and 1,604 others aboard a Potsdam bound liner reaching New York, with delays in works and uneven passenger mix described amid scattered garbled text.
Flooding at Old Union Depot between 7 and 8 o clock Saturday flooded platforms and baggage room. Passengers and workers moved to upper floors as water rose inches deep in lobby and waiting areas. Several adjacent buildings affected. officials coordinate relief as trains halted and authorities inspect damage.
Listen to a 1914 court publication listing Democratic candidates for governor lieutenant governor treasurer and other state roles along with an independent ticket. The notice appears in the Lawrence Daily Journal World with details about a divorce petition in Douglas County Kansas and a public publication requirement.
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