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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1914
Page
2
The readable fragments show garbled phrases about a place in Texas and references to frames, seas, and a “Spangled Bap nets” line. The text is incomplete and lacks coherent events or identifiable persons, making precise reporting difficult.
Aid Postmaster General Purlesay weighs contracting rural routes to save government funds. He believes shifting to the present state routes could reduce expenses significantly.
Tom Thompson cautions against resisting the boss and implies that shifting control could place someone else in charge. He suggests compromise unless the boss approves of a preferred method, hinting at workplace power dynamics and personal risk.
The text notes teachers should teach from history rather than dull geography and mentions broader education impacts. It highlights Russia renaming places, such as St. Petersburg to Petrograd, indicating upheaval in toponymy influencing curricula.
The text argues a wide gap between producer prices and consumer costs is unwarranted and cites the department of agriculture in Washington as responsible, indicating action to be taken by the agency.
Reading indicates state farmers expect large crops this fall. Early indications show abundant yields across the region, which could lead to a heavier harvest than last winter.
An unreadable OCR fragment with scattered letters and phrases. The readable content is minimal and does not establish a clear event, person, or location.
The article recalls Henry F. Key’s 100th anniversary tribute in Baltimore honoring the centenary of the writeing of what has become our national anthem. A celebration connects Americans at home and abroad to the enduring heritage his words symbolize and preserve in Philadelphia later.
The report notes business varies with prohibition and weather. Missouri dry areas slow receipts while wet towns see stronger trade. crowds fill streets and bars in Indiana and Iowa after rain delays. observers cite differing conditions impacting sales and patronage.
Fragmentary text presents a confused note referencing personnel matters and an unclear action. It mentions a possible china related context and a pros term, but the readable content is too garbled to identify definitive people, organizations, or events.
An old remedy claims to remove dandruff by applying about four ounces of ordinary arvon at night. Massage gently with the fingertip, use until the morning, and repeat a few times to dissolve and destroy flakes. It promises relief from itching, leaves hair fluffy and soft, and warns dandruff damages hair if not treated.
The document discusses the validity of a 1907 Kansas claim known as The Call of Kan. It questions print publication timing, proof sources, and the impact on Kansas reputation, listing named individuals and institutions.
A fragmented local piece describes George Ford and other residents visiting a sale of antique furniture and oddities. The report mentions ladies hunting for items like mahogany and walnut pieces, with warnings about rotted or unsafe furniture and the temptation of bargain prices.
Fragmented ad copy from a historical page lists eye specialists, piano repairs, sidewalk concerns, and real estate loan pitches. The garbled text mentions Dr GA Maniman, Melk Bros, piano services, weather influence on sidewalks, and local business names, reflecting a crowded classified page.
An advertisement extols a medicine labeled Polox claiming to relieve tuberculosis symptoms and related throat issues. It asserts high quality at low cost and urges consumers not to accept substitutes, listing barbers and druggists as sellers in Ghana.
A garbled report recounts a hunting and trading voyage led by Captain Jon Remind toward the Arctic coast near Cumuda. The party faced delays and near-disaster, with attempts to regain health using a liniment treatment and a cautious march back toward safer waters.
A voter pamphlet style piece endorses Billy Cummings for sheriff highlighting his qualities and service. It lauds his climate of trust, intelligence, integrity, and steady county work, claiming he has earned a second term through reliable performance and public support.
Woodland Park shuts down for the summer per manager Murphy due to poor weather. He says a single concert might occur if warmth returns, but current conditions do not favor any further events this season.
In the city the McKones France shop is rebuilding and repairing all items. The note mentions phrases like tuning and updating operations. Beth Phones 3169.
An elderly reader claims stomach trouble improves with Chamberlain's Tablets after trying various remedies. The letter praises the product's efficacy and notes Mrs. Hosie of Rish Wabash Tul endorses it as the best medicine for stomach woes she has used. For sale by all dealers.
Curtice C Hook and his wife arrived in Lawrence on Monday evening to visit. The article recounts Hook’s experiences living in Ruthilla, Sack, in the British Northwest and his defense of U.S. citizenship when accused of forced service.
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