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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 19, 1918
Page
4
The speaker argues for a policy of universal principles guiding nations toward honesty and benevolence. It lauds the United States as a world leader in democracy and urges persisting in enlightened justice despite temporary costs, forecasting long term global benefits from such virtue.
Prof A F Turner reports strong farmer support for organizing a county farm bureau. Members pledged 300 dollars toward the first year and Lawrence Clearing House adds 500 dollars, meeting the 800 dollar target. The farm agent is praised as a valuable asset to Leavenworth County and the bureau’s cost is seen as yielding returns.
The piece argues nations require Washingtons to unite and inspire resistance against despotism. It notes America’s ideals and moral strength, urging citizens to embody Washington and Lincoln’s legacy, especially as global fate hinges on the nation’s future and the call for peace and justice.
Democrats blame filibuster for the 1915 ship purchase bill as the Shipping Board faced obstruction by Republicans. It notes proposed buys of German ships interned at ports for 30 to 40 million dollars, Lodge amendments to exclude them failed, and questions who would gain commissions if the sale had gone through.
From New York to Washington, Charles E. Hughes tells the New York Bar Association that war demands action over red tape. He criticizes multiplying offices and councils and calls government a circumlocution office. He says grants of power are easy, but the hard part is getting things done.
In Washington, Congress signals satisfaction with ongoing administration war work but argues much is misdone. Lawmakers acknowledge progress yet refuse to push for sweeping reversals, signaling a cautious adjustment stance rather than a wholesale overhaul.
Peptiron is advertised as an iron tonic claimed to build iron in the blood and aid digestion and nerve health. The宣 claim includes pepsin, herbs, and tonics with sedatives and digestives, suggesting use for anemia, paleness, nerve debility, and brain fog, with a promise of rapid results after each vial.
A collection of sharp editorial jabs criticizing wartime policy and leadership. The piece mocks the administration over war work, fuel control, bread prices, and university efficiency, while recalling Hindenburg and Kaiser era boasts and military delays. It notes local mayoral candidacies and voter interest as a sign of civic engagement.
A playful medley critiques trousers prices and patchwork fashion of older men, recalls the adage that children should be seen not heard, and lampoons forecasters Anna Eva Faye and a high schooler’s Latin query. It notes prophesied war ending June 15 and hints at language as a valued commodity.
In a spirited event, Lobaugh won the yard dash with Beechman second and Dewall taking the two mile. Aggies and Hobart Kansas dominated field events with Hadock taking shot put and Frost and Howard sharing high mark in pole vault. Kansas earned relay and other event wins as Foreman and Coffey posted strong times.
A fragmentary era style item notes attitudes toward learning French among soldiers and civilians. It contrasts patriotic girls knitting for the army with men seeking exemptions, hints at fashion trends for spring, and mentions harsh winter conditions and remedies like Foley’s Honey and Tar.
The University of Kansas defeated Kansas State Aggies 56 to 29 in a Manhattan track meet. Metz led the Aggies with 12 points, while KU swept most events except the distance run, taking three firsts and three seconds and sharing a tie for another.
Tractor School sessions set for February 28 and March 1 at the Douglas County Court House in Lawrence Kansas. The events will provide instruction and demonstrations for farmers and residents seeking practical farming techniques and equipment operation.
Announcements from multiple candidates for Mayor of Lawrence subject to the city primaries on March 12 1918. Alex C Bryant W J Francisco W E Spalding Henry H Asher George L Kreeck urge support and reference platform details published earlier.
The Kansas City Star notes the keen hearing of vaudeville performers who often answer the encore before it begins, illustrating sharp perception and timing in live acts.
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