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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 28, 1917
Page
2
A jumble of verse and news items discusses the value of climbing for broader view and peace, then shifts to public affairs. It notes Bulgaria’s peace terms and presses the press role in guiding public opinion. It covers Associated Press rights, news accuracy, and Canadian harvest labor plans amid war strains.
The text discusses men who value trivial things and the champion spitter. It notes a child crying and suggests the parents may be nearby, deriving satisfaction from unsettling the parent. It also mentions a newspaper publisher who runs a printing plant and enjoys having someone print a handbill at another office for a favorable write-up.
The article explains army rank progression from private to commissioned officers, detailing promotion based on fitness, performance, and reliability. It outlines roles of corporals, lance corporals, sergeants, and various staff duties, and describes the chain of command from lieutenant to general, including the secretary of war and president.
The Washington agriculture department notes improving general conditions and the country has passed the crisis. The Great French People are praised for remarkable fighting, endurance, and care for the wounded, despite hard winter, lack of barriers, and constant danger on the home front.
The article presents a dubious weight loss pitch claiming a daily geometric routine and a capsule method. It mentions a fictional figure Chey lies in Uitt Gene and urges trying the treatment to astonish friends. The piece reads like a misleading wellness ad relying on generic phrases and inconsistent names.
A fragmented reminiscence track recalls the Spanish American War era, noting social tensions and worries about national support systems. It mentions a potential degree for President Wilson, a rising sense of industrial strength, and shifts in government policy affecting vessels and ship ownership. References to local businesses and mills hint at broader economic ties within the community.
Have you tried Brinkman's Blue Ribbon Bread at your grocer. Preparing Reply To Pope Kington Aug 28 indicates a government proposal may be by the governor. Report from the entente shows it might be willing for the United States to soak the post reply. The American Flier announces official matches to the navy department. George Herbert Manley of Maplewood New Jersey a machinist mate in the naval aeronautical corps was killed in an airplane accident.
Three Kansas candidates for Y M C A service with the National Y.M.C.A network council will report for final examinations in Chicago this week before traveling to France. PF A F Appebloom and F A J Cowper of Kansas University departments are among those to be considered for chaplain or senior roles in the French mission. The trio, all fluent in French, are among the first Kansas men slated to go abroad under Pershing’s authority if they pass.
Obituary notice for Spencer, a longtime resident and pioneer of Kansas, who died after 42 years of residence. The piece mentions family members including daughter Joan and a reference to funeral arrangements at Wiedemann's and local society events. Also notes community notice about high school students seeking work and local shop offerings including candies and gymn equipment.
The ad promotes Anuric Tablets by Dr. Pierce as a remedy for kidney distress and related symptoms. It claims improved kidney function through increased water intake and cites testimonials from Kansas users praising relief from backache dizziness and fatigue. It references Dr. Pierce’s reputation and his other products.
A morning note from Frank Jennings of Evanston reports he will arrive in Lawrence at noon to assume duties as pastor of the Baptist church. This marks a change in local church leadership as details of the appointment are announced.
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