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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 16, 1915
Page
4
The Journal-World 1915 page lists staff and departments, circulation rates, and contact details for the News and Business Departments. It notes public library etiquette, a sign about cleaning feet, and a brief editorial riff on evolution, revolution, and Republican politics with a quip about Henry.
The Star questions Pullman Company conduct under President and General Manager Robert Lincoln son of Abraham Lincoln. The piece notes Lincoln’s philanthropy and contrasts with other rail magnates, questioning wealth and estates while criticizing corporate conduct toward porters.
A damaged excerpt argues war is necessary for the development of manhood and courage. It posits wars forge leadership qualities while noting the toll on millions who are killed or return injured, disabled, or weakened, portraying a grim societal cost.
The bulletin cites a Rent Census Bureau report on pauperism in Kansas and other states. It notes Kansas at about half the national rate in 1900 and 1910, with actual paupers dropping from 780 to 73. Wisconsin and New Jersey show higher rates. New York and Pennsylvania higher still. Topeka Capital.
A Chicago Tribune excerpt cites a thirty year old official document urging German colonization abroad to secure a distant continental German population of 20 to 30 million. It argues that national development hinges on overseas colonies and trade, while German emigrants face differing colonial realities and freedoms from those at home.
A quotation argues that Britain’s colonies gained self rule after the American Revolution, making them a strength now. It contrasts Germany, noting German settlements under the American flag show Germans as capable colonists when left to govern themselves.
An unan voting at Brackett school meeting last Friday reelected Mr. Rudiger as clerk. Miss Radsky will teach next year. Mrs. Browning and her daughter Mrs. Hittle visit from Mayetta. Mrs. Browning plans to spend the year with Mrs. Martin’s family. Large attendance at the Wh home meeting of Wednesday afternoon. the vice program organized by President Mrs. Alfred Radi cor is proving interesting.
A convalescent requires a tonic to rapidly build wasted tissue. The Olive Oil Emulsion A containing Hypophosphiter is described as a reliable prescription we always recommend for that purpose. F B McCulloch.
Miss Jamietie Waller, a missionary from Keren, is visiting Thompson for a few days. Miss Walter will join them later at the home of Mrs. Wo Marek on Wentucks Street as they plan a social visit and share Methodist mission notes.
Franke Colyer was late to a Wednesday AILbev. Lawrence shoppers included Mr and Mrs No AL and Theo dore. David Steffner and Floyd visited. Missora Selavarg and D L Burton attended the Lawrence horse show on April 7. Alt called on Mrs Hack Friday morning. Ralph Childs works for D L Burton this year. J J Hoover went to Lawrence on Monday. Spring arrives and farming teams are in the field.
Friday and weekend village items recount a school meeting at the schoolhouse where Mr A Metsker was elected clerk to fill Mr Heffner’s position. The column lists neighbors visiting, calling, and spending Sundays with families from Worden and Lawrence, plus local shopping, fishing, and social calls across a long Saturday and Monday stretch.
The Nei declamation contest held Wednesday in Centenary drew strong crowds as George Net and others cheered. Winners were Miss Foyaml Williams first, Fred C. Cyeens second, Miss Anna Severs third. Judges included Miss Rizabert Kuentz, Prof. Hughes, and Prof. Wilson. Wellsville trounced Baldwin in a close Wednesday night checker match at Frank Sack’s barber shop.
A county update notes wheat stands looking promising with ample sunshine and occasional showers. An Nautilus Club meeting at C A Lane’s home featured a painting topic with several attendees and artworks discussed.
A classroom program featured Mrs. Johnson speaking on Cathedrals of Kind. Students answered the roll call by naming a favorite painting, reflecting interest in art and discussion within the school setting.
Ed Huey, a Baldwin tailor and part time angler, plans to open the official fishing season next Monday. The item notes local residents visiting and traveling to nearby towns, with mentions of Rev. Win and Rev. Runyon, farm activity, and a widow’s family in the Baldwin area amid routine community notices.
The Mes Todd at Chi Omera hall will entertain Pisung Whist tomorrow afternoon with Mes. 4. Searles or Kay City guests. Reception this evening features the Seattle Bite bodies of the Valley of Gawrenee at the Masonic Temples. Mrs Rankin will have chairs and the nissiegle table, Mrs Panwer and Mrs Phillips assist with refreshment duties. Kappa Sigma Pledge Ay M. banner from Folwood Mats studied SPL.
Fragmentary notes describe performances and dances at Old Eaglecrest Charenetes and Geefest. The program lists Winds of Sprines Proline by Youths and other acts. Details about times and participants are unclear due to OCR errors.
Several individuals are noted spending the day in Kansas City or nearby locales. Names include Sin Usher, CS Smith, My Hyselus, Will Dick, Jejuick, Raymond De Armstron, Dorothy Vann, Luther Lewis, and Mayorrancises with various activities and travel mentioned.
Miss Helen Giz the Collens and Lawrence Winshey wed at home in Kant City Friday evening. The IK MOU member attended, and the senior girls’ May Queen Robin Wood was chosen. The fete includes Reine Toten ceremony, never before public, with a pageant to feature freshmen, sophomores, and juniors.
A dime store health blurb touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a safe vegetable remedy to cleanse the blood bowels and liver, claiming they prevent pimples dark breath and dull dispositions by gentle action. Sold for 25 cents per box at druggists with Olive Tablet Company Columbus printed.
An advertisement touts a product claimed to thicken hair, restore vitality, and help women feel younger. It emphasizes a simple regimen and a magical result, noting immediate benefits and a long history of use at a storefront called Head Corner Dr Storecor.
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