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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 01, 1919
Page
5
Paul C Rankin comments on political resignations in 1920 and a March 4 1921 cutoff for federal pay. He rails at infant mortality bills and urges caution on new laws while critiquing League of Nations ideals and postwar geopolitics. He also muses on duty toil and civic opinion amid economic strains.
Bainridge Colby of the Shipping Board says financial considerations force him to resign from government service. He notes that his board membership has meant a complete sacrifice of his faith, and he cannot neglect his personal fortunes any longer. Who will be the next? The truth
An old ad promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla Pepiron and Hood's Pills as a family health regimen. It claims regular use purifies the blood builds strength and regulates the system. The ad urges readers to buy from their local druggist.
Today’s anniversaries recall 1777 Bernando de Galvez’s Louisiana governorship, 1811 Arthur Henry Hallam’s birth, 1854 Quebec Parliament buildings fire, 1864 Prussia’s Schleswig advance, 1901 Victoria’s funeral voyage, 1908 Lisbon royal shooting, 1915 British ships sunk by submarines, 1916 Zeppelin raid casualties, 1917 Germany’s neutrals warning. Also note new classes at Lawrence Business College next Monday.
Celebrated soprano Clara Butt born in Sussex England 46 years ago. Henry Miller renowned actor manager producer born in London 59 years ago. Caleb Powers Kentucky congressman born in Whitley County 50 years ago. John A Sterl congressman born Leroy Minnesota 62 years ago. Warren S Stone IL labor leader born Ainsworth Iowa 59 years ago. Classified line about Singer Sewing Machine offers prices and terms.
Prominent speakers announced for a Teen Age Conference at the First Christian Church Monday. The program includes sessions for parents and teachers, youth talks by David Owen and John Zimmerman, and a social hour with Miss Cynthia Pearl Mays, plus lunch and toasts.
A Wichita Eagle editorial critique cites disagreement within the Kansas press over President Wilson and the league of nations. It praises Capper for progressive stance and highlights Simonds overseas peace reporting as confirming Wilson’s approach and Anglo American understanding.
Donald MacArthur returns from Detroit and Chicago and leaves Melvin with Dr. Frederick Meuller in Chicago. Dr. Orciup's eye ear nose throat offices are in the Dick building. Mr. and Mrs. F. Woodward of Mitchell County Kansas visit Mr. H. O. Woodard and family this morning. The ad promises a path to a good job with a first rate concern through training at the Lawrence Business College.
The New York School records multiple staff and student movements this week. Janitors Mr Crutchfield and Mr Terrell served. Miss Mears attended Tuesday. visits included Ednah Farington librarian and Mrs Hatch and Mrs Smith with various grades. Prof H P Cady left for Chicago. Ednah Farington tracks reading materials.
The excerpt reviews Britain's stance at Versailles and critiques President Wilson's diplomacy. It notes Argonne forest fatigue, a foraging vigil ended by the 804th pioneer infantry, and mentions memorial services for Senator Milkie M. James of Kentucky as part of general staff commemorations.
The U S Civil Service Commission seeks teachers for the Philippine Islands both men and women. Applicants must fill an application blank and provide evidence of fitness. Salaries range from 31.00 to 55.00. An examination is not required at this stage. details to follow.
A Salvage Corps report from the Argonne notes two Doughboys saved after blankets clothing and equipment were collected. The names William E. Johnson Martinsville Indiana and Herbert J Spoerke Cleveland were listed as the rescuers. Relatives were notified of the October yearvas on roads where the army left two privates guarding material not essential to the fight.
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