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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 31, 1914
Page
4
The item blends editorials and local observations from Lawrence Kansas detailing wartime sentiment, education issues at Princeton and US leadership questions, fashion critiques, and policy debates on prohibition. It reflects a public tone focused on reform, economic concerns, and social change.
The article notes Nordic countries moving toward improved relations as currents of weakness prompt open dialogue. It cites cautious steps by Denmark Norway Sweden and Iceland toward broader cooperation and mutual reassurance.
A fragmented vent expresses irritation at a mother-in-law staying with the family. The speaker laments chores and interference, noting the mother-in-law's snubs at the grocery, milk, and housework, and wishes she would leave for peace. The tone mixes humor and exasperation with vivid scenes of domesticated chaos.
The piece argues that officials and railroads should agree on honest mail weights before negotiating new contracts. It notes past failures by railroads to aid honest weighing and calls out bankruptcy and prosperity as incompatible. It references Des Moines water disputes, bond votes, and a federal court ruling on eminent domain, urging careful city action to secure better water.
Local farm voices discuss the global conflict with mixed certainty. Hiram Jones and others quote figures and rumors about soldiers, rifles, and supply lines while lamenting disruptions and the toll on families.
Notes indicate Edmund Breese stars in a drama titled Jericho at the Garrick Theatre London with Shane Hackett as conductor. The production moved from Savoy Theatre New York to film at William Fox Studio with two showings at the Varsinx today.
Reported Balkan theater actions show Montenegrin forces engaging Krievosije fortress with artillery that failed to breach defenses. Russian attempts nearby were reinforced but unused, with a weak Montenegrin attack at Treshenes near Herzegovina repulsed.
W A Ross of Havana Kansas describes a vicious stallion owned by Prof Gleason’s man that has killed four people and bitten off a trainer’s finger. The horse, kept in a narrow stall, is handled only by rare workers and feared by residents who want the display moved to Elvin Kansas.
A zoology professor from Columbia University reports identifying a skull group in a site near Pithathropuis. The find is described as a primitive series of skulls and cranial remains from an upper-ninee session, with context suggesting geological stratifications and dating during a session in 1 Yeanerness.
Rome reports the Japanese ambassador insists Japan will refrain from intervening in the European war despite depots and rumors. Other dispatches note measures and movements in Turkey and still ongoing prisoner issues amid the broader conflict.
Lionsgate of The Mighty presented at the Shubert Theatre features Lionel Barrymore in a six reel program. Tomorrow, patrons can enjoy the spectacular attractions on the bill with seating for the premiere night.
The Chicago Packers halted all shipments for six weeks, citing unresolved disputes with the United States. They report seized cargoes and warn further exports remain blocked until tensions ease.
Bandits boarded the westbound railroad car near San Antonio yesterday, woke the porter, drew revolvers, and took money and valuables from a passenger. Several suspects fled. citizens pursued the gang. A wealthy American reported more than ten thousand dollars in jewelry was taken from him.
A clipping from a bankers publication explains how customers handle banking tasks. A man wrote his banker asking to fix payment on a check for one dollar, which was accidentally burned in a fire and destroyed.
Langtones residents plan a New Year Eve service at the church followed by a watch party to greet the old year and welcome the new one. Carlyle Blackwell and Avror listed among attendees for the community gathering.
A garbled notice from the Evangelical Association in Connecticut mentions a meeting and entertainment tonight. References to Harst ness and Muskogey Red appear unclear, with a hint of a travel remark about someone in Lawrence yesterday seeking to head east.
The Women's Mission Circle monthly meeting was held at the home of Ab He with Mrs. L. B. Stional leader. Topics included the life of Phe Hed Blin and references to Horton, Mars ih, F. Hilkey, M Mor, Ars, A. W. Plisen. Springdale and Varn were noted.
A vintage grocery ad lists items such as sugar 18 quality, berry cane sugar, pineapples, pecans almonds or walnuts, NUT-MEATS bars, Pearl white soup, Blue Label catsup, corn, asparagus, red cherries, raspberries, Lawton blueberries, and Carter pineapples with prices from 5 to 25 cents. The items span canned fruits nuts condiments produce and packaged goods.
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