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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1918
Page
5
Entered as second class matter at the Lawrence Kansas post office. If you do not receive your Journal World by 7 pm call 48 or 426 and a copy will be sent. Lawrence February 5 1918. Also remarks on Italy and food admin and a speech by Peter Gobel banking figure and Wilson confidence.
A Journal-World reader urges the paper to insist that no peace with the Central Powers be possible until indemnity is arranged for every child maimed or mutilated. The letter praises such a just stand while noting criticism of U S delay entry and mobilization.
A Reed of moral resolve frames the speech as the chapter acknowledges past faults and vows to redeem its record in the final stretch. The speaker urges unity and renewed effort to restore public trust and duty.
A reader praises not only saving and economy but also work and giving as essential to wartime effort. Citizens of all ages are finding roles to aid the government and community, with both production and generosity expected to rise as victory nears. The piece stresses balancing save, work, and give to hasten victory.
A Boston paper warns liquor traffic worsens fuel shortages by showing breweries burn coal beyond school heating needs. Citing National Anti-Saloon figures for 1916, it notes 7,264,000 tons of coal to produce 58,584,000 barrels of beer and millions of railcars moved for coal grain and materials, prompting philosophical questions on beer's value amid scarce fuel and transport.
The Old Reliable Blood Builder maintains its leading status as a trusted tonic. It claims to purify blood remove humors restore appetite relieve rheumatism banish tired nerves and support general health with a blend of roots herbs and barks. Packaged like the old days, it promises familiar results.
A fragmentary line notes that some conclusions will likely be reflected in legislative votes on the federal prohibition amendment. The text suggests ongoing consideration and potential alignment with upcoming official actions and party stances.
A Neillsville letter quotes a German immigrant praising American life and liberty while condemning Germany. She recalls saving to move, contrasts living quarters, lauds American courtesy, warns Germans not to aid Germany, and predicts strong suffrage support against La Follettism.
A humorous reflection on persistent grievance, war era restraint, and aging memories. It contrasts unsolicited advice with Uncle Sam’s aid and recalls boyhood pains and small daily frictions from past days. The tone is wry and nostalgic about early wartime attitudes and personal rights debates.
A Cherokee Kansas druggist Roy F Bertholf reports twenty years of Dr Kilmer Swamp Root sales with steady trade and customer recommendations. The letter dated May 3 1917 notes consistent demand and satisfaction for kidney trouble remedies.
A letters ad from Dr Kilmer and Co of Binghamton New York urges readers to send ten cents for a sample bottle and a booklet on kidneys and bladder. The notice promotes medium and large size bottles sold at all drug stores and asks readers to mention the Lawrence Daily Journal World.
A Chicago teacher proclaims bowlegged girls are not bowlegged and that short skirts high heels and pointed toes simply alter appearance This curious claim prompts a call for the generals overseeing the war to resume its prosecution as daily worries are dismissed for brighter history ahead
A whist party at Mrs Wilsons Louisiana street home entertained a group including Mesdames Colwell Mur taugh Shanklin Taylor Webber Anderson and Jewett with Misses Monroe and Webber. A surprise visit to Miss Inez Whitman featured games music and friendly chatter. Also noted is Mr and Mrs A Henley returning from a lengthy southern trip.
A Lawrence Massachusetts man recounts two years of stomach pains belching and sour fluids. After one dose of a remedy he reports dramatic improvement and credits it with curing digestive ailments including appendicitis. The maker offers a refund if not convinced.
Topeka Kansas today hosts a garden conference led by the Topeka Chamber of Commerce and Kansas State Agricultural College to teach backyard and vacant lot gardeners seed planting for maximum yields. Mayor J E Louse opens with The Home Garden in War Times and college experts outline seed planting and garden care. A permanent gardening club is hoped to form in Topeka.
A wartime letter from Corporal Ralph M. Guthrie of the 47th Receiving Company at Camp Joseph E. Johnston in Jacksonville Florida dated January 29 1918 describes warm weather relations training and daily drill routine He notes no uniforms yet a desire to visit the beach and asks after family friends and neighbors while detailing camp life and schedule including lights out at 9 30 pm and reveille at 6 am
A wartime letter notes that many soaps harm the scalp, praising plain coconut oil as pure, greaseless, cheap and effective. It creates rich lather, cleanses well, rinses clean, leaves hair soft and manageable, and removes dust and dandruff. The writer mentions camp life in 1917 with YMCA support and camp inspections.
A garbled report describes a dispute over a music stool, with accusations and counterclaims about its condition. The dialogue mentions a shopkeeper, an apparent seller, and children in a household context. The passage remains unclear but centers on a questioned stool and an argument over its fit status.
A hostess recalls the gathering where guests sought a program to please all. Conversation reflects a desire for a enjoyable, well balanced evening with music and light entertainment. Penelope is set to recite, and guests share smiles as conversations drift over graceful decor.
The piece traces the word bankrupt from French and Italian roots, noting stalls and exchanges in faerie times where debts and failures were discussed. It explains the term evolved from meanings like broken or ruined to the modern bankruptcy.
Fragmentary report mentions an explorer or figure named James Reyes with unclear titles and dates. The passages describe a grim, desolate scene with a bright green sky and a distant landscape, but many terms are garbled, making concrete facts elusive.
The quote praises steady gains through minor advances as steps toward greater victories ahead. It frames perseverance as the source of strength for future success. The language evokes a historical wartime or motivational tone with an emphasis on resilience.
Fragmentary text hints at a sports or personality item featuring Sten Lively and a phrase Gets It. The readable segments mention quitting and a winter timeframe with unclear quotation marks. Entities are not clearly identifiable in the provided text.
An old feature extols backyard rabbit raising as easy for children with quick rewards. It covers breed choices Belgian Hare and Flemish Giant, housing, feeding, breeding timing, and methods to market meat and pelts, noting costs and practical care while stressing safety and sanitation.
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