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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 27, 1919
Page
4
A 1919 Kansas City era snippet notes reader notices on Journal World subscriptions and delivery. It discusses opinions on daylight saving, Penrose chorus, and reactions to various public issues with local references to Lawrence and Kansas City.
Farmers finish harvest then work hours in fields to cover labor shortages. Germans protest American troops in Germany, urging proof of crimes in Belgium and France to gain attention. A senate rebate bill would split tax payments in two, saving Douglas county about $10 000 yearly, while large corporations benefit under current law.
The Journal-World argues for voting up reform in party structure, proposing two precinct committee men per precinct two equal seats for women and men. The plan aims to boost voter involvement and practical committee training with frequent meetings on duties and responsibilities.
A historical note critiques Hood's Sarsaparilla and links patriotism to meetings. It discusses Miss Lilian Hughes transferring from Kansas University to Washburn College for English, citing teacher retention and legislative funding for universities. The piece argues Kansas lags in higher education funding and calls for reform and liberal appropriations, referencing the rent-income amendment passed by voters.
A Salina Journal letter questions who truly backs Burleson rate changes as state utilities commissions oppose them and courts lack authority. Postmaster General Burleson and American Telegraph & Telephone head Theoilre Vail defend the schedule while users protest higher long distance costs.
A stark health warning promotes drinking hot water with a teaspoon of lime stone phosphate each morning. It claims this internal bath cleanses the stomach liver kidneys and intestines of waste poisons and bile, improving headaches stomach trouble and skin purity. The text urges purchase of lime stone phosphate from druggists and touts daily use as life changing.
The National War Garden Commission of Washington urges early preparation for home gardens and offers a free garden book via mail. It explains two hotbed types, pit and surface, with steps to construct frames and cover them, and promises further lessons.
A fragmented 19th and early 20th century set of events marks notable anniversaries. Names include Ernest Renan born 1822, Nicholas Biddle died 1844, and Earl of Derby first becoming British prime minister in 1852, with other items noting Boer forces capitulation and various diplomatic and military milestones.
Today reflects birthdays of Yantra, famed English actress from Coventry. Stephen McAkenna, acclaimed young English novelist. Ramborner, Utah governor born in Daanstadt. William B. Faber, Montana bishop born in Budsealo. John R. Connolly, retiring Kansas representative born in Brown County. Alvan T. Puller, Ninth Massachusetts congressman born in Boston.
University of Kansas intra-mural basketball action saw Alpha Chi Omega, Kappa Phi, and Theta sororities secure early wins as Brush, Gamma Phi Beta, and WLS faced defeats. Irene Tihen and Fay Pel Herbie led Alpha Chi Omega and Theta Tau with strong scoring and defense, while remaining results in the draw left several teams poised for Monday semi finals.
An old advertisement promises immediate relief from nasal congestion and catarrh. It touts Fly's Cream Batm as a fragrant antiseptic application that penetrates air passages, soothes swollen membranes, and provides instant relief from hawking, snuffles, and headaches. Placebo-like claims and rapid results are highlighted for druggists to dispense small bottles.
The Kansas City Athletic Club plans to postpone its invitational event to a later in March after the death of their director. The meet was set for the first week of March but will be moved to the latter part of the month. The high school state basketball tournament remains scheduled for March 28 and 29.
Fragmentary text from a historical page presents names and phrases with unclear context. The readable bits include personal names and scattered words, but no complete events, dates, or locations to summarize into a coherent news item.
A brief notice states Kaw Valley Creamery butter will be sold in pallid white packages for a limited time, indicating a temporary packaging change and sale window.
A fragment discusses government efforts to employ workers with disabilities in new occupations to sustain manufacturing during a crisis. Foremen are instructed to use careful management and tact to improve efficiency as the program seeks to convert labor into assets and support national needs.
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