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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 02, 1918
Page
2
The piece argues for federal control of the rail system as a wartime measure. It envisions pooling lines, standardizing equipment, and financing to eliminate waste and improve efficiency. Government would set general policies while railroad men run operations, with improvements expected in time.
The article notes New York dress firms hiring women as traveling salesmen due to many male drummers serving in the colors. Census shows 2,593 women commercial travelers versus 161,027 men. Women reportedly win more business in their territories but have yet to prove as the traditional drum role.
An old advertisement touts Cascarets as a quick remedy for headaches biliousness indigestion and sour stomach claiming a 10 cent box cleanses the stomach liver and bowels while you sleep. It promises clear heads and sweet stomachs with no griping and hints at broad distribution and future entertainment trends.
In Montreal a drive to revise Canadian school histories targets removing unkind or careless passages about the United States. Reformers acknowledge current texts foster hostility while not slanting against Canada, and seek a broader, truer view of history, noting England as the long-time bogie.
The Salina Union urges unity for Salina s welfare and growth and backs the Chamber of Commerce as the best vehicle for progress. It calls for citizens to join the chamber, support its work, and vote for those who will advance its aims.
A concise historical sketch notes Ukraine as a medieval buffer between Russia Poland and Turkey between the Black Sea and central Europe. It highlights Slavic and Cossack peoples and describes warfare as a defining occupation of the era.
Hamlin declares Wizard Oil safe for neuralgia and headaches and claims rapid relief when rubbed on. It promises antiseptic protection for sprains and skin injuries and lists uses from sore feet to frostbite. Sold by druggists for 30 cents with money back guarantee.
The piece recounts Mazeppa’s rise among the Don Cossacks after a legendary escape from Poland, his shifts between Turkish and Russian alignments, and his eventual downfall as Peter the Great forged Russia’s control over Ukraine. It argues Ukraine’s fertile lands and ports keep it strategically vital and urges readers to view Ukraine as a former nation with potential future prominence on the world stage.
An assortment of reflections on language, names, and wisdom. The piece notes Fidos boast about a foolproof kitchen door, ponders memorizing evolving Russian names, and comments on perpetual change in government. It also links Aesop and Solomon to current fables and cites dubious treasure from antiquity aided by a press ally.
The Second Naval District seeks at least 1500 additional men for naval reserve enrollment despite rumors. A War Department interpretation confirms registrants in Class 1 may enlist after December 15 1917 if their order number is not within the Local Board quota. C. C. Hornaday returns to Kansas City to teach at Central High School.
The piece notes a general session with a national authority to discuss price fixing related to the war. It mentions Dwight L. Heard, noted stockman and former Arizona governor, expected to attend to discuss the live stock industry amid wartime conditions.
A dated advertising notice warns of rising deaths from kidney disease and promotes Doan's Kidney Pills as a trusted remedy. It cites Mrs. H D Macomber of 1338 Ohio Street Lawrence reporting back and kidney pain relief after use, asserting price 60 cents and urging readers to seek Doan's pills at dealers.
Amusements John Cort announces his new musical comedy Flo-Flo based on The Bride Shop and created with Fred de Gressac and Edward Paulton. The show, from Johnny Get Your Gun, opens at Cort's 48th Street Theatre in New York.
By this time a large per cent of the Christmas toys are ready for the hospital, but it has furnished a world of pleasure to Little Willie to have had the privilege of breaking them. Not so many of our American girls are marrying foreign titles now, but a lot of them are showing a strong maternity preference for military titles.
From the Lawrence Daily Journal of January 2, 1893 the item recounts Dr. C B McClelland and wife returning from Chase county where they spent the week. Louie Poehler forms a law partnership with Judge Thacher in Douglas county. Miss Billa Van Hoesen visits Topeka to see Miss Bessie Gibson. Dr Bunn breaks a small bone in his right leg, using crutches but continuing calls.
Nationally known figures will headline the Farm and Home Week program at Kansas State College January 21 to 25. Theme centers on maximum production conservation and wise use of farm products to aid the war effort. Alfred Vivian of Ohio State will lecture on Farming in the Far East with pictures. Chas L Hill will discuss Dairying in the Land of Guernsey with visuals. L J Taber of Ohio State Grange will address Civilization's Anchor. Dr Roy B Guild of New York City will speak at Beewanee Community Energy. Kansas Governor Capper will speak January 22 afternoon.
After the banquet the ad touts Stuart’s Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for post meal distress. It promises relief from gas sour risings and bilious taste and notes tablets work during stomach rest. It urges banqueters and heavy eaters to use a tablet promptly for prompt relief.
Rheumatic sufferers find Hood's Sarsaparilla a permanent cure for their inflamed joints and stiff muscles. Mr. George S Derby and daughter Grace returned from Forty Si terday after a short visit with Mr. Arthur Derby. Mrs. F E Burke spent today in Kansas City.
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