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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1913
Page
4
A 1913 Lawrence column argues for equal suffrage alongside presidential primaries, criticizing pension schemes and urging focus on savings, work, and thrift. It notes debate on nationwide primaries, naval holidays, and a push for road construction over river transport, highlighting public concerns about taxes and infrastructure.
A brief note reflects on how excessive politeness affects young boys causing them to go hungry as they are told various rules and expectations. The point emphasizes social pressure over direct hunger.
A short literary notice extols Billy Morgans The Eat East as a fresh release not yet widely read. It adds that Gilly Morgans writing is strong and suggests the work would aid public health if the birth rate did not fall alongside it.
A Paris nun faced arrest for arranging the murder of his mother in law and was released amid questions about legal protections. The note asks whether open season for mothers in law applies year round or only in certain months.
Sulzer says his main offense was backing the primary election bill while Gov. Glynn is said to be advocating a more drastic measure, suggesting there was another motive.
The text notes Canada struggles to sell its bonds and suggests trying a cash basis. It remarks that governments continually seek borrowing and that a business firm always seeking money ends up in trouble. The phrasing reflects economic critique on debt financing.
The public questions awarding Senator Ekihy Root the Nobel Peace Prize for his work toward peace. The prize is linked to his effort to unite jarring factions in New York, though the rationale remains contested.
A cautious note that lobbying is dying in Washington but McDermott’s expulsion would offer four lessons as a broad object lesson. The Mulhatt af fair is cited as the context for drawing these conclusions.
In Lisbon Portugal the automobile becomes a status symbol replacing royalty since the royal family was banished. The standing of a family is measured by the magnificence of its motor vehicle and the wealth it displays.
The text argues that dullness and mood low is caused by indigestion not heart trouble. It recalls learning that heart burn was exit ed, noting many misinterpretations of stomach distress as heart issues. It urges stomach care to improve happiness and overall well being.
The gospel is described as essentially social, warming men to band together. A devout person cannot be a hermit, seeking engagement with fellow believers and work in the world. Religion fosters companionable followers and communal activity.
A fragmented report argues that railroad wrecks should lead to jail rather than high paying receiverships. It notes that receivers were ousted by public opinion during the Frisco instance, opposing the practice of rewarding those who wrecked lines.
A clipped OCR note describes Canada demanding higher returns on grain exports. It complains that shipping interests take unground wheat at a lower rate than flour, claiming such terms were the mills' only salvation.
The report notes plans to ground a transit project in a broader shift, while observers warn that the initiative will devastate farmland and disrupt local livelihoods. Officials acknowledge possible removal of portions as the debate intensifies.
The Port Scott Republican notes conduc tors are much pleasanter than in prior years. Old railroad officials were often mean and hostile to the public. The conductor previously held a grudge and acted without hesitation. Courtesy is now common in railroad circles.
A fragment from a temperance discussion notes a nationwide push for prohibition. It mentions Kansas lacking saloon interests but with sympathetic Kansans, stressing the need for broad support to win the national campaign.
A letter addressed to anyone with a white heart was offered to a carrier who refused it at first but accepted it on the second try. He remarked his only difficulty was choosing which patron deserved it most, illustrating contrasting views of people as all bad or all good.
A speaker warns that one girl per day disappears in Kansas City as a damning indictment of societal neglect. He argues girls drop out due to moral influence, contrasting with men who leave for various reasons, and urges societies to address the deeper causes behind girls going astray.
The Journal-World regrets the bad spirit shown in the football affair. It criticizes the temper and poor taste on all sides. The paper says downtown people deserve respect and expresses loyalty to the university and the town's best interests.
A newspaper excerpt rails against a proposed boycott of Kansas farm products, condemning cabinet wives leading the protest and arguing tariffs already hurt farmers. It highlights eggs as a focal point and calls the boycott a direct strike at Kansas farmers.
In Chicago efforts are described to send drunkards home rather than imprisoning them. The proposal argues that fines entrench bribery and hurt the poor more than jail, while only well off men are sent home currently. If all must pay fines, many more men would end up jailed for lack of money.
Ambiguous notice from Lawrence announces the engagement of Miss Rebecca Passon, with readers urged to share in the celebration. The brief item notes widespread local anticipation and affectionate sentiment toward the couple.
A Kansas City pastor in St. Louis lamented that well dressed congregants and the perception of wealth influence church reach. He recalled a man in work clothes who hesitated to attend, blaming church culture for excluding workers who cannot dress up. He urged churches to seek the earnest attendee over appearances.
The speaker notes the town has changed greatly over 85 years and now faces social welfare issues. While streets and land have improved, Lawrence must strengthen social service league efforts and push to reach higher welfare goals. A comprehensive town survey could guide organized action and reform.
The piece argues that many capable men are out of work while others beg for a living, noting more men seeking work than before. It suggests the industrial system is being tested, with poor distribution and markets contributing to unemployment, urging reflection on how to provide work for all.
This fragment urges John M. Newlin for Lawrence mayor, praising his fitness, long citizen service, neutrality, and loyalty to the administration. It notes the paper’s familiarity with Newlin and suggests the prevailing view favors drafting him for the position, while acknowledging he may not accept.
Two pantatorium operators collected money from students and fled. In one case nearly all funds came from students, and in the other the student victims were many. Losses were heavy overall, though distributed among a large number of people.
Fragmentary text describes an incident involving a grip, a woman calling a bank, a crime, and a comment on credit conditions. The readable words suggest a discussion of fraud and punishment, but no coherent event, date, or proper names emerge to form a factual summary.
The Chicago Great Western Railway Co answers the Kaw Valley Drainage Board seeking a writ of mandamus to rebuild the bridge at the mouth of the Kaw. It asserts the Kaw is under U S government control, especially the War Department, leaving state courts without jurisdiction. The road claims the United States exercises exclusive control over the river and that Missouri Pacific owns the bridge while Great Western only leases it.
Mrs Maude Schmechel of Baltimore states a small hand spot grew into a painful itching eruption across knees. After trying Resinol Soap and Resinol Ointment samples, itching and inflammation improved rapidly. She reports near elimination of trouble after continued use and later purchased more.
The company argues federal control over the river allows the War Department approval and that state supreme court lacks jurisdiction under Kansas law. It asks that the writ be denied and that the drainage board bear costs in the Gage case.
Progressives of Reno and adjoining counties plan a large gathering at Hutchinson Convention Hall on December 26 to launch the Progressive campaign in the region. Ed Metz, county chairman, announced the speakers will be Henry Allen of Wichita and J. L. Brady of Lawrence.
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