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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 22, 1916
Page
2
The Lawrence Journal-World page features historical opinion items and reader letters about wartime adaptation and justice, snippets on Turkey and Mush, dental quips, and a lengthy survey of U.S. presidents’ fortunes from Washington to Wilson, reflecting era concerns and public discourse.
A Hutchinson clothing firm boasts that its advertisement has appeared in every issue of the News since it opened 29 years ago. The店 firm has grown to become one of the state's largest retail clothing stores and invites readers to form their own conclusions about the merits of steady advertising.
The article urges Kansas residents not to despair if the current corn crop fails, suggesting future prosperity may follow. Citing Noble Prentiss, it notes that years of failure in state history have been followed by unusually fruitful seasons, framing setbacks as preparation for a strong harvest ahead.
The mayor issues a grim proclamation urging suicidal individuals to choose poison or rope. Under martial law heavy fines punish gunfire as citizens face wartime hardship and refuse to sponsor the “spectacular exit” of a weaker brother choosing to end his life.
About 190000 voters joined the Kansas primary this month. Commentators question General Apathy and voter interest, noting the primary law could be improved. A comparison is drawn between the quiet primary and the convention system that displaced it.
The high price of paper drives smaller newspaper formats and reduced staff. Publishers and printers debate adjustments to minimize hardship as wartime conditions end, signaling broad readjustments ahead for the industry and its workers.
A New York World critique argues thrift, when practiced as a fanatic religion by the wealthy and poor alike, mocks life by denying ordinary comforts. It says extreme self denial for wealth is repellent, turning thrift into a vice and dollar worship that robs life of reward.
The guide lists steps for hot weather horse care including seeking shade, frequent small waterings, washing and sponging, avoiding direct hose use, and special treatments for overheating. It covers feeding tweaks, head protection, and signs to watch such as sudden stopping of sweating or labored breathing.
A distressed note describes a horse exposed to sunstroke risk as it is tied beside a stable at night. The animal may struggle with next day's heat unless cooling measures are provided.
A Lawrence citizen asks about city governance under commission rule and urges oversight of police vehicle use. He proposes an ambulance for police, better regulation of trucks and chase activity, and notes fire department funding and insurance rebates benefit city liabilities. He calls for taxation fairness and accountable leadership from tax payers.
Twenty five years ago CG A Peabody of Kansas City is a the city Washington Hadley returned from Kansas City today Miss Ella Williamson returned ron Colorado yesterday W J Weiser went to Kansas City a day to meet his wife and child on heir return from Chicago Mr and Mrs Percy Russell arriv e today from Eagle Nest Miss ith their two little children Warwick Benedict came up from Kansas City today where he is employed in the insurance office with which Harry Rankin is connected Rev H D Fisher pastor of the Methodist Church at the time of the raid is in town and will take part in the exercises tonight Tonight the postponed exercises commemorative of the raid will be held at the park at 7 30 o clock Seats have been provided and everyone invited Following is the program Music Band Opening Address Hon F W Read Prayer Hon H D Fisher Address Hon Sidney Clarke Adress Hon H D Fisher Wusie Short addresses by M S Prentiss J S Emery J B Abbott G Grovenor Samuel Kinll Some social
Tonganoxie and Mrs J P Bridges spent a week there with friends. Herman A Cronemeyer went to Iquawrence to spend the weekend with son Earl. J Cook visited Emporia to spend the week with sons James Alec and Emmet. Mrs Chandler and daughter Iza went to Lawrence to shop. Floyd Ratliff returned from Oskaloosa after visiting his brother Gu. Mrs Dillingham went to Leavenworth on business with cousin Mrs Brundage. Mrs Miller, visiting Mrs Gordon, returned to Kansas City. Earl Sechrest left for Abilene for three weeks with friends.
A Reno group, the Fraternal Aid Union, held a pleasant Saturday gathering with warm fellowship and local members enjoying time together. The report highlights cordial exchanges and community spirit among attendees.
$100 reward offered for proof of cure by Catarrh Cure. Advertisement claims a constitutional remedy that works through the blood and mucous surfaces, promising to strengthen the constitution and aid nature. Ends with a promotion for Toledo based firm and a note on family pills for constipation.
Generous notes of camping trips school room preparations and barn fire damage mark Reno township updates. Names include Phenicie Dwyer Thayer McKone Harmon and Skeets with Lawrence and Topeka connections. Community events cover teaching changes, repairs, haying, road work, fishing outings, cattle and hog movements, and a lightning strike fire.
Beauty notes report women rapidly adopting Delatone for facial neck and arm hair removal. A paste of Delatone powder and water is applied for two to three minutes then rubbed off followed by washing the skin. When genuine Delatone is used, no failure occurs.
War the sick want to get well. They do not care who cures them, as long as they are cured. For forty years women have used Lydia E. Pinkham's Vegetable Compound and have become genuinely well, keeping it in steady demand by the public.
Ideal Clothing Company at 520 Mass Street announced a twenty foot rear extension to enlarge stock space for men’s wear and the boys department. Begun last March 25, the project aims to be ready for university openings. The firm highlights brand new goods, cash sales, and economy as attracting factors. A larger fall stock and daily arrivals are planned.
Sheriff W L Cummings, returning from Regina with two prisoners, spoke warmly of Canada. He praised a nationwide mounted police system, noted strict entry checks for Americans, and described Regina as a city of about 35 000 with jails near its barracks.
Fragmented text discusses life insurance relevance to family, references to local city and population, then shifts to a series of notices including arrests in Douglas county, a sheriff funeral, and auto license enforcement. The fragment ends with social notes from Ottawa and Lawrence.
Wheeler opens a rally at Berkeley spotlighting student support. Cal 22 reflects hopes for reform and renewed campus leadership, with Benjamin Dent among attendees. The event underscores calls to curb auto use and promote alternative transport options.
An ad praises air exposure and Round Corner Drug oil of korein capsules as a weight loss method. It warns indoor life causes fat, weakens heart and liver, and promotes sluggishness. Suggests weighing yourself, taking korein after meals and before bed, and continuing treatment until weight normalizes.
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