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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 24, 1914
Page
4
The lettered transit from Lawrence Kansas dated September 24 1911 reports a district race in which Roosevelt's progressive line dominates views. Citizens debate party loyalties Roosevelt supporters and opposing Democrats while outlining hopes for reform and broader suffrage and prohibition aims.
Local Democratic papers back Representative Taggart and push for national prohibition at the right time. They accuse Taggart of evading the issue and avoiding a clear stance, labeling him indecisive and weak on prohibition. The Ottawa Herald notes strong calls for a firm position regardless of party patience.
The piece notes Lawrence ranks fourth in postal receipts and hosts a major ticket office selling around two thousand tickets annually. It highlights Lawrence as a hub due to its educational institutions and central role in the state, while speculating on population figures and civic significance.
Vague tribute to Ms. Lindi Clark of Wyandotte County with praise for her campaign presence. Mentions Mrs Early as a bright speaker and humorous, while noting mixed impressions of other figures. The text reflects campaign talk without clear events or outcomes.
A scrambled, damaged passage questions winter plans and accuses unnamed parties of wrongdoing in the gas industry and natural resources. The text mentions names like Nathral and Rocke teller, hints at a political or corporate scheme, and expresses distrust while discussing duties, potential profits, and opposition.
Local commissioners are urged to decide the contentious issue affecting the high town merchants. Citizens insist the city hold firm on winter policy while officials weigh the public stake and moral duty.
Colaney Roosevelt hints at party support against rival in the second district while prohibition and equal suffrage dominate the debate. The curious line up features a candidate advocating prohibition and its twin equal suffrage, with strong calls for woman suffrage as a key issue.
A fragmented line praises Addie Buckminster as a progressive candidate, noting her competence and pleasing personality as she climbs in the race. The item references voters favoring her as the field narrows and public backing rises.
A fragment notes Addie Buckminster as a leading candidate, described as one of the strongest the party has. The line hints at ongoing efforts and recognition within party circles.
Fragmented OCR text describes political debate about a senate filibuster affecting 73 million and pork bar graft concerns. Mentions bosses, people, and alleged fiscal danger. No clear names or events clearly identifiable in the readable fragments.
The text presents garbled reflections on a public figure, likely a wartime leader, with unclear references. It mentions a recurring hare metaphor and hopes the country remains steady as conflict ends, expressing cautious optimism about American resilience.
Fragmentary text notes Nydman of Selse and claims Gol and Ragenell powers waning. It mentions 15 stronger in Kansas and a populartt ifler. The campaign is described as the big bull and the attack upon Roosevelt is highlighted, with fear noted but emphasis on the word gone.
A garbled OCR text hints at a telegram reference involving Colonel Roosevelt and notions of speed and proof. The legible fragments indicate a chaotic exchange about a dead man and a live one, with unclear context and names.
A fragmented and garbled passage contemplates laughter and a claim of greatness, comparing it to grapes and a magical or divine entity. The stream of words jumbles ideas without clear facts, leaving a surreal, ambiguous feel rather than a coherent report.
Fragmented OCR fragment discusses freight, railroads, and people's reactions with vague phrases about victory, increase, smiles, and laughter, lacking clear entities or events to identify a concrete news item.
Fragmentary OCR suggests Ashria attempts to assist Ilaly amid Austria’s actions on Servin. The text hints at a failed or constrained effort with limited details on aid, dates, or outcomes, leaving the broader strategic context murky.
In Europe the war will end with old and young alike bearing the burden of peace. Veterans and civilians must work the fields and reap the harvest while scars and memories linger, yet resolve to rebuild and sustain the land through toil.
A fragmented note references photographs and photography work. It hints at business interest and study, but details are unclear and names or dates are absent. The readable line suggests a focus on images and possibly commercial or educational use within CNSNNNSS.
A garbled report suggests Mrs Wellman plans an accommodating bid in a candidacy contest with Nath rie and other competitors. The text hints at doubts about a candidate shaving margins but remains unclear on details or outcomes.
Fragmentary OCR reads a film event featuring Blanche Sweeb and Diograph stars at a venue named Phe Mansi under protection for a Wednesday showing amid Monday previews.
Fragmentary notes describe violent rhetoric targeting Col. Roosevelt and threats to political editors. Mentions VPs and a governor figure, with derisive commentary on a Capita editor and regional political tensions.
For sale details include Laase and Fornihars of a LL reons house and furniture offers. Collision of sale notices for livestock and barn items, including a hog sale by Medic Taptsaul with names Zan and el. Also notes on a Christian minister’s heart recovery and a local church history reference.
The text shows a fragmented voice accusing Secretary Bryan of attacking Murdock for amending a local bill. It notes Kansas residents who know Alan Murdock lack patience with Sevan in handling the bill and related sal par issues.
A fragmentary wartime note questions why fighting abroad seems detached from home and argues for closer range combat. It suggests attempting short range engagement and questions the call to action for longer distant action.
A fragmentary report notes the Clayton anti-trust bill remains before Congress with continued efforts to rally support and refine provisions. Details are unclear due to garbled text.
Montreal Sept 24 44 the second contingent of Canadian troops about 19000 strong will be raised and ready by November 1 immediate government announcement. With troops already being raised total Canadian contribution to British fighting forces will reach fifty thousand.
Kansas City dispatch notes wheat receipts and prices for various grades and qualities, including 2d mixed 77 No 2 whitessl and 80 1-2. The report mentions hay market activity and includes a found item note about a shepherd dog, with references to belt SA5F3.
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