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Newspaper
Atchison Weekly Globe
Location
Atchison, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 11, 1917
Page
1
A stream of quotable lines surveys human foibles and social quirks with humor. Topics span independence, marriage, economy, gossip, aging, and work ethic, featuring personified portraits of men and women and short anecdotes from a provincial lens.
Old Tom Lawson surfaces with Hobson and the Bull Moose party to accuse Congress of a supposed leak in the peace note affair. The piece questions his motives, recalls his past finance hype, and weighs the likelihood of real reform versus publicity, suggesting the alliance of Allies may lessen any direct threat to democratic ideals.
The text argues defense talk is driven by war profiteers from the munition era. It questions Britain's gold return as a policy, warns that most drill and fight roles would not profit veterans and notes a public unease about large fees paid by belligerents. It suggests civilians gain little from militarism and urges restraint.
A meditation on invasion risk compares Great Britain and Canada with the United States, questioning future conflicts after war ends. Separate items cover a Kansas City man suing his wife for divorce over her frequent visits home to Nauvoo, Illinois, and a golden anniversary where the husband was jailed for striking his wife. Also recounted is a man in Evansville who legally changed his surname from Limberger to Berger after years of jokes about his name.
Mrs Venable, wife of Captain George Venable of Stamford Connecticut, stands by her marriage amid alleged abuse as her husband is said to curse, choke, and strike her while she kept their home. Her wealth and her father’s status frame society chatter as a lawyer enters the case.
The allies reply to the German note shows tension between the Entente and the Central Empires. Neither side appears fully satisfied with any action or outcome, reflecting mutual dissatisfaction and wary attitudes.
Miss Lulu Berry and Martin Calvert wed with parental consent as Rev. A J Haggett officiated. County attorney C J Conlon concluded term. Robbery trial details loom with Skil Wright and Bunch Alexander admitting burglary of Schott hide house. Atchison schools reopen. plans for organist at Methodist church spark debate amid hospital and legal notices.
A Globe reporter summarizes Doniphan field activity where no oil or gas has yet been found but optimism remains. Wells on Kuhnke farm may reach Mississippi limestone this week while Well No 2 resumes drilling with a slim chance of gas discovery atop the limestone. A notable oil sand has been struck, fueling plans for continued wildcatting in Northeastern Kansas.
Atchison Wednesday January 24 annual meeting and dinner of the Atchison County Farm Bureau will be held in the Commercial club rooms with 200 plates. The pastors of the county are invited to attend and stay through the business session. County residents will provide the entire program, avoiding outside talent for better compatibility.
James Downer a Civil War veteran and retired carpenter dies of pneumonia fever at 79 in his Atchison home 40 Spring street. He served with Company D, Fourth Illinois, born 1833 in Pennsylvania, lived in several cities, married golden wedding partner Christmas day 1866, survived by widow and three children, funeral Thursday at home with Dr. Paterson, burial Oak Hill. Also notes a surprise party for Buster Mulkey at Spruce Street with about 25 children and refreshments.
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