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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1918
Page
2
The snippet mocks divorce court as a place where people discover what they seek and notes Kaiser Bill’s fury and defiance toward the United States. It references U.S. actions in the past weeks and hints at wartime sentiment without graphic detail.
A green watermelon on the desk carries a printed card claiming the person is “presented with his share of the loot” and asks what the person’s standing in the community may be. The note implies theft and questions the social position of the involved individual.
About five months ago two hundred fifty Kansas youths came to Lawrence to study mechanics and engineering at K U They came from varied backgrounds and knew little of military life Today these young men are soldiers ready to serve Germany would have faced a strong trained German army But these Fighting Mechanics at KU will soon be called to duty and many will move on to leadership roles
Editorials in the Kansas City Times and a statement from Congressman Little signal a prolonged clash with the Kansas City Star over endorsements. Little defends his record on the draft vote, notes support for a large volunteer plan, and cites a strong district victory despite heavy campaigning. Bourbon County backed Guyer, while Wyanotlc lagged in support.
Friends of Heniferson Martin urge the Star to keep hands off as residents of the second district resist political dictation. Fred Trigg Kansas Star political editor and Congressman Little exchanged sharp words after an editorial published Saturday morning.
Paul C. Rapkin presents a reader letter praising a young soldier and urging parents to guide their sons toward discipline and character. The piece contrasts military training with moral development and calls for strong physical and mental foundations for the new generation, ending with an ad note for Hope Spring Water and a cotton plant machine.
Wartime column criticizes Allied tactics and enemy behavior with satire on smoke filled signs and a plea for discipline. The piece mocks education and eyesight among smokers, recalls Declaration signers, and lampoons German and Bavarian troops while arguing for adherence to international rules amid a waning sense of law. It ends with a brief want ad note.
Notice mailed to all stockholders of the Douglas County Fair and Agricultural Association shows a total indebtedness of 6464.17. Directors favor selling grandstands barns and other Woodland Park buildings to clear debts and fund a public park, with about 20 dollars per share proposed. A meeting is set for August 20 at 3:00 PM in the Chamber of Commerce rooms Lawrence Kansas to approve the sale and handle related matters.
Old Ladd homestead of about forty acres near the Haskell Institute has been purchased by S Spotts. He plans to erect a fine new residence atop the hill overlooking the Wakarusa valley two blocks from the car line. The property has long been associated with the Ladd family and Emma Ladd Butts. Phosphate mines have recently boosted U S production to a second rank.
Obituary notices for David Frantz and Louisa A. Robinson detail birth dates, family survivors, religious affiliation, and funeral arrangements in Lawrence Kansas. The column also includes a short piece on the cusk fish, its habitat, and a note on optimistic thought about rumors.
Ferdinand Gottlieb sends a note to Florence praising her bold gesture in visiting to settle a Saturday bet about the eclipse. He apologizes for the unfair wager, thanks her for being a good sport, and offers future help if she needs it while noting others joked about the bet. He signs off sincerely.
The report notes Hankow within foreign concessions has 2 350 licensed jinrik shas 67 public carriages and 83 private motorcars.
A quotation attributed to Gall Tumilton states that every person is responsible for all the zood within the scope of his abilities and for no more and none beyond. The saying emphasizes individual duty within personal limits.
The article notes turtle eggs number from 60 to 100 and compare their texture to damp parchment at first. It emphasizes variability in clutch size and initial appearance as a descriptive observation.
A fragment quotes Uncle Eben praising oratory as a gift while noting that great persuaders may not need to work or spend money to influence others. The text reflects dialect and informal speech about rhetoric versus effort.
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