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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1914
Page
4
The excerpt notes wartime mood, political talk, and election hints from Kansas in 1914. Mentions Lawrence notices, a fire incident, and references to governors, wealth, and party alignment. Highlights include Progressive platform ties and Colorado murder acquittals drawing attention amid national campaigns.
The discussion emphasizes continuing need for construction and repairs funded by bonds. Citizens consider the interval costs and the importance of securing financing for future projects.
A fragment notes Mr Neeley being pleased about a move to Kansas and entering preparation for the third degree. It mentions a Chicago woman planning a party on her twenty-fifth wedding anniversary and a remark about homes being uncomfortable if not advocated or safeguarded.
Courge Neeley refuses to rely on the Democratic committee and Tre has opened his own campaign headquarters to run his sole bid. Neeley stays cautious, not offering chances to rivals.
The New York Progressives gain renewed confidence as they pursue their political aims. They face disapproval from Kansas Pro-Messives reacting to New York Progressives aligning with Republicans. The Progressive party stands at a crossroads between viability and irrelevance.
A fragment reports IWHS recognition of a Young Men's Republican Club with about 2,000 members. It notes a restoration of membership and hints that candidates from the Democratic ticket may split the Billard vote, with state contenders planning separate campaigns to win support.
The piece notes Gov. Johnson leading the field in California primaries, defeating the Republican nominee decisively. It questions the fate of the older progressive faction and suggests the debate over the party’s future in California is settled by the strong Johnson victory.
A scrambled OCR style note suggests scrutiny of Democratic actions in Congress with claims they have exceeded expectations and a push to delay railroad securities while the president is cited as considering further steps during a short session.
The text notes Senator Underswood in Alabama who has served six years may try to force Congress members to cut short campaigns. It argues it may be ill timed as many lawmakers feel they have done their work and deserve time home, since much of the world’s tasks cannot be handled by a single Congress and many seek reelection to the next session.
The text argues party loyalty must curb by voting against bad candidates and endorses the Douglas County ticket as the best for securing good government, praising the ticket as a strong local choice.
The passage suggests Mrs Wellman is practically conceded to win the election. It highlights her qualifications as a thoroughly educated schoolteacher with experience and child support responsibilities cited as a real reason for her election. It notes Mr Wellman has attended picnics and received encouragement from many people.
In Ohio the third party prohibitionists back the Progressive slate while Kansas shows a divided field as Progressives rally against voting third party for governor. The note argues unified support beats split opposition and warns against aiding Billard by backing third party candidates.
The Topeka State Journal notes Republicans backed the initiative and referendum four years ago yet abandoned it, helping fuel a third party in Kansas. It argues standpatters blocked reforms and that most enacted laws relied on progressive Democrats in the effort.
The piece notes Cole Blease's defeat as a national blessing and criticizes his governorship and alignment with crime. It argues his campaign relied on tapping the lawless element and that his loss is a relief for the state and nation.
A fragmented church notices collection lists Morning and Evening services at First Presbyterian 10530 with Reverend Brayney and others, Christian Science and Second Presbyterian schedules, St James A M E, and Union meetings. It mentions installation of Christiana officers, funeral for Rev. Brisdale, and Sunday School conventions with Democratic campaign notes.
A fragmented notice lists Sunday services at Luke A M E Church Corner New York and South Streets with mentions of a 3:00 p m preaching by Dr Jackson of Warren Street Leeks Church and a 7:00 p m evangel, plus a Union Airdome service if weather allows. A day-long program features a female chorus, offerings by women, and a Kansas City Miss Vaughn speaker.
Midweek service announcements invite members and all to attend at United Presbyterian with evening worship led by Rev Mo. Sabbath school and youth meeting scheduled in the morning and evening sessions. Corner 10th and Kentucky listed for access.
The line compares tasting Presipe peath ice cream at Wiederdann's, presenting it as a vivid memory or local scene without additional context or details.
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