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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 21, 1909
Page
2
The Lawrence Daily Journal notes events from 1908 including police satire atchison courtroom scenes and local opinions. It highlights the Journal's prize fight tracking, rail and labor views, and Missouri university student swear word ban as well as local agricultural prompts and a brokaw case remark.
Town officials push for pure milk delivery to consumers amid frustration that legislation has not improved milk quality. Emphasizes consumer protection over pinpointing dairies and calls for tighter local oversight.
A writer argues against complete forest denudation for Christmas trees, claiming stands should balance preservation with using cedars for holiday needs. He contends forest conservation is fine but should not block Christmas sentiment and practical use.
A critic argues against life tenure for judges, claiming it shields rights but breeds irresponsibility and dispassionate ruling. The speaker contends no person should hold a position for life, asserting the theory fails in practice.
The Taft administration shows noticeable gains as attempts to discredit it prove futile. Supporters say the party will stand or fall by its record, while independent citizens judge fairly. The West won’t tolerate insincerity that damages the President.
A fragment recalls the lieutenant governor role as a highly important state office. It notes W. J. Fitz has ably filled the post for four years with a clean minded, high minded approach.
In a fading session, Frank C. Price grew stronger and drew praise as the ablest senator, urged as a potential lieutenant governor. Critics argue for a moral lesson from his faults, while King Leopold is cited as a cautionary example of depravity and abuse of power in Europe.
An advertisement extols Pape's Diuretic as a fast remedy for backache urinary and kidney trouble with claims of rapid healing. It praises the Cincinnati firm Pape Thompson & Pape and touts conformity with the pure food law. The page also notes Ely's Cream Balm and a quirky lines about love and fate in brief jokes.
Websters New International dictionary issued by Merriam & Company and praised as the most comprehensive yet. Editor in chief Dr. W T Harris leads a 2 7000 page work claimed to fulfill every informational need and reflect modern scientific developments. Army Salvation Kettles begin holiday collection in Lawrence with stationed members at each kettle.
Government announces nationwide examinations for Railway Mail Clerks and related civil service positions. Pay ranges from 800 to 1200 dollars, with other roles up to 2500 yearly. Open to men and women over 18. instruction and free information available by writing to the Bureau of Instruction, 414 Hamlin Building, Rochester, NY. Also includes assorted ad copy and testimonials from Halts Catarrh Cure and Electric Bitters.
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