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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 08, 1918
Page
4
The account claims German soldiers often forced allies to fight while noting Polish children under five were killed by Hon Kultur. It asserts no Polish youths survived for traitors and that German sympathizers in Poland did not spare their babies.
A historic outlook on the first war in a millennium between civilized nations. The piece notes flag of truce misuse by allies and Germans, its impact on protected personnel, and the grim cost of combat. It emphasizes a long, deadly line the world must remember.
In a fierce action at Ypres, 12,000 Canadians refused retreat and held the line for six years and nights as Turcomans fled. About 4,500 were dead and 1,000 wounded. Wounded fighters dragged comrades' bodies to keep fighting while deserters fled and looted. The piece shifts to reflection on the difference between “big” and “small” men and the impact of attitude on achievement.
The notice credits original drawings by Gorporil Eari c Farris and co for 13th CL 5th Infantry unit in Zanyp Doniphan. Oklahoma, with imprint on Lawrence Daily Journal-World.
A fragmentary note recalls Benjamin Franklin’s daylight saving idea as an old reform. It cites his Paris suggestion to shift routines with sunrise to save resources, notes public habit and skepticism, and mentions early adopters learning from readers about daylight.
An early 20th century analysis notes distinct German and Russian rail systems, with separate locomotives and rolling stock. It discusses belated coordination, wartime seizures, and the impact on supply lines as German, Austrian, and Russian assets diverge, complicating transport and fuel for military needs.
Behind British lines in France, Germans deploy long chains of luminous green rockets to hinder air raids. The fiery strands rise to about 10,000 feet, hang briefly, and may drift with the wind, creating a spectacular display that can resemble floating lanterns. British fliers find the scene oddly pleasant yet fear its danger.
Report from Central Union Conference president Pastor Ronderwesd notes steady gains in membership and finances over four years across Missouri Kansas Wyoming and Eastern Colorado. Exposition Auditorium event discusses growth of Seventh day Adventist churches in major and smaller towns as part of a quadrennial meeting.
A fragmented column with musings on learning to drive, Liberty Bonds, and patriotic appeals. Mentions crowded corners, horse versus automobile, and brief notes on Dr Orelup and local drug store stock items, reflecting era concerns and humorous asides.
A long list of cash donations and material contributions from Lawrence area groups and individuals for French war relief is released by Mrs. W. A. Hinsley. Totals exceed $100 in cash and include numerous items such as layettes, shirts, stockings, blankets, and comforts. The statement records donors by date and name throughout February to March, with many clubs and citizens contributing varied amounts and goods.
Mrs B Steel and Mrs DB Berry appear among a long list of small garments and textiles including diapers, woolens, flannel, booties, shawls, and blankets. Names such as Bertha Perkit s White Geo Shand and Mary Behr mark owners or recipients, with items like knitt e socks, cape with hood, and various comfort pieces noted alongside a Wednesday meeting address by H Gall.
The Em-4 State Normal will address the teachers of the city schools at a meeting next Wednesday in the high school auditorium. Mr Lull succeeds Dean F J K as Dean of the School of Education at Kansas University.
The University of Kansas School of Engineering plans a high school outreach event the same day as the high school invitation truck meet. Engineers will open talks on student plans adopted at a recent meeting and discuss buying a service flag for the engineering unit. AGM students and graduates have joined the national service, and a large flag is planned to support the Third Liberty Loan drive.
The National War Garden Commission issue urges households to plant spring onions, cabbage, and related crops. It details onion sets, transplanting, thinning, and cultivation, plus cabbage seed boxes, protecting against cutworms, and timing for spring, summer, and fall crops. Readers are invited to request a free garden primer by sending a two cent stamp.
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