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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 12, 1917
Page
2
Lawrence Kansas prints a notice from the Telegraph and Telephone Department with representatives in New York and Chicago. It mentions second class mailing and requests readers to call Western Union if the journal is not received, dated April 12 1917.
A string of wartime editorials cites President Wilson on peace and liberty, warns against joking with danger, and notes Germany's unrestricted U boat campaign. The piece urges citizens to cleanse their own backyards, mentions state banking oversight, and compares early 1917 baseball openings to war climate. It also references Kaiser Wilhelm, reform efforts, and the potential entry of Turkey and Bulgaria to support U boat warfare.
A fragmented report notes Austria seeks an early peace though outcomes remain unclear. The article mentions punishments dating back to August 1914 and hints at varied, possibly hallucinatory, expectations shaping commentary on the war.
A Kansas reader notes the discovery of K C Pride whiskey near a murder scene and muses on pride before destruction. The piece surveys Mexican troop movements, Civil War echoes, Manila Bay commemorations, and Kansas guardsmen. It reflects on marriage as exemption, the era’s dry laws, and caution against misreading events.
A redactional excerpt argues that censoring wartime facts harms public opinion and duty. It asserts reporters should have access to military details to prevent enemy advantage and warns against governing by withheld information. The piece stresses the need for greater publicity.
An old advertisement touts Hood's Sarsaparilla and Peptiron Pills as a superior spring health regimen. It claims the iron tonic and blood purifier cleanse blood, restore vitality, aid digestion, improve sleep, and renew strength, asserting two dollars spent yields better results than four dollars on other remedies.
The Hutchinson News argues that newspapers publish war stories regardless of complete knowledge and that censorship of this kind will work, while other forms would fail and worsen mischief, reflecting public demand for informed journalism.
Commentary urges balanced personal spending during hard times, warning against excessive self denial that would depress the economy. It argues money spent sustains jobs in autos and other industries, stressing faith in God nation and neighbors, with a civic push to share resources. Also notes YMC A shop meeting, Mrs Owings illness update, Maxwell car price hike May 1, and John Weightman's Easter trip findings.
Six soloists appear with the Minneapolis Symphony Orchestra under Emil Oberhoffer for the University Concert Course closing concerts at Ingen Auditorium on Thursday April 19. The article lauds the musicians training in Europe and Oberhoffer’s collaborative leadership, noting the ensemble’s refined artistry and the performers’ experience under renowned conductors.
A. J. Walsh of Sneffels Corp suffered rheumatism and found Foley Kidney Pills relieved his pain. He reported that the pills helped him during attacks and strengthened the kidneys to prevent swelling and joint stiffness. The advertisement urges sufferers to try Foley Kidney Pills, sold by O. P. Barber & Son.
Domestic art students at Kansas State Agricultural College will learn knitting to aid preparedness. They will make socks bandages surgical sponges and chest protectors while a drive to use textiles economically and repurpose materials is discussed with Red Cross input. A Greek student Miss Emilie Peristiane has joined the spring term to train in household economics and later study in Athens.
An advertisement for Tiz and Tix foot care products promises relief from swollen sore tired and burning feet with a guarantee and mentions a 5 cent box of Tix. The piece also notes Oscar Crosby of Warrenton Virginia was appointed assistant secretary of the treasury, after his relief work in Belgium and northern France.
A Lawrence store overheard exchange shows Mrs B and a customer debating patriotism and profiteering as war looms with Germany. The woman cites long family service in revolutions and reforms, asking newer arrivals to prove their commitment to a free country amid economic motives. Subscriber B. Gustafson reported yesterday in Kansas City.
Professor and Mrs. W. A. Griffith spent the day in Kansas City as Squires Studio captioned their photo. The scene noted Senge nie el Semi-Anthracite coal at C. E. Matthews Lumber and Coal Co. for a local business feature.
Steve Deaver of Kansas City visited today on business and tried a mild fragrant Robert Hudson Cigar priced at six cents each. The remark suggests casual local commerce and early 20th century retail culture.
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