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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 22, 1917

Page

4

Recruits from West Desolate States Await Fort Logan to Fort Riley

Three coaches on the Ki were filled with recruits from Colorado, Nebraska and Oklahoma en route to Fort Riley for training. Sergeant Elvis A. Moore of Fort Logan commanded them. The men, a representative mix of civilians now joining the service, lacked supplies and wore limited gear. They received mess kits and small comforts while awaiting uniforms and broader assignment. They expressed eagerness to receive letters, magazines, and newspapers from home as they prepared to fight for Uncle Sam and democracy.

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Clean-Up Alphabet Petrograd Reforms Mix Mixed Feelings

Aug 22 dispatch from Petrograd details Edu reform by decree eliminating certain Cyrillic letters and signs. Changes abolish the ya ta hard sign after consonants and simplify forms, prompting mixed reactions among students and teachers who fear loss of traditional spellings and literacy patterns.

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A Nervous Man Faces a Life of Great Emergencies

The remark depicts a man whose days are dominated by looming crises. It suggests a mindset overwhelmed by urgency, shaping his behavior and choices as constant, nearly unsustainable, pressures drive actions and thoughts.

Fragmentary English to Soldiers text fragment

Fragmented OCR text presents garbled English about soldiers and organizing, with references to divisions and study. Core names, dates, or places are unclear. readable portions mention a discussion of organization and possible training or talk.

Digestive aid ad copy and education note

Fragmentary OCR reads like an advertisement for a digestion remedy with a price of 25 cents at all druggists. Mentions large enrollments and possible organization of another era under the same department. The Y C A is leading instruction work within KK U extension division.

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Lawrence Country Club Sweepstakes Open for Members

A sweepstakes tournament at Lawrence Country Club began this morning for eligible members who pay the entry fee. Prizes are golf balls and a 25 cent charge is assessed for each nine holes played, with the event concluding Saturday night as part of the ARITA,RUE series.

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Oklahoma Home Guards Expands Units Across Counties

Oklahoma guardsmen enlistment expands with more companies per county under governor as commander in chief. Regulations require oath to defend nation and state, with unit hierarchy and inspections to ensure efficiency while aligning with federal standards.

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German teacher who shaped Japanese military schooling

Dr George Michaelis, lately Imperial Chancellor of Germany, once led a German school in Tokyo and introduced military training to Japanese boys. He mentored future officials like K Arimatsu and Professor Mukai, emphasized discipline, sport, and endurance, and popularized a system of military drill lasting three years before his teaching term extended.

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Delechek in Navy Fate Reported as Awaited Return

A terse Navy update notes Delechek remains in custody as officials anticipate further action. The report mentions a possible transfer to Kansas City or a related facility, with no confirmed dates provided.

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Wall term at Business College opens phone or call

The Wall term at Business College opens a phone or call center style inquiry period with students encouraged to inquire about courses. Officials emphasize accessible information and detailed program outlines during the session.

Business College

Flo Shanklin Leaves on Harrisburg Business

Fragmentary note reports Miss Flo Shanklin departing this afternoon for a two week business trip to Harrisburg. The text is unclear on accompanying persons or exact purpose.

Flo Shanklin Harrisburg

Miss Cleo Burnett Goes to Sola for Two Week Visit

Miss Cleo Burnett traveled to Sola this morning for a two week visit with relatives.

Cleo Burnett Sola

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