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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1919
Page
4
A fragmented historical text argues for federal action to curb lynching in 1918, urging Congress to treat lynching as evidence of local government failure. It reflects wartime rhetoric on democracy, cites Franklin and Jefferson, and discusses national unity and civil rights amid mob violence concerns.
A brief Gazette sentiment notes how democracy has evolved from Ben Franklin to Wilson era Paris. It contrasts old and new days, pointing to changes in governance and life while reflecting on leaders and historical figures.
An old Salina Journal letter laments that harsh years and storms threaten Christmas remembrances yet government envelopes with unread literature always arrive. Despite overworked clerks and mail carriers in a strained system, postal departments persist in printing and mailing the literature, proving their resilience amid adversity.
The text outlines Senator Knox of Pennsylvania arguing for a policy that the United States would view any European threat as a shared concern and seek concerted action with other powers to remove it. It suggests avoiding entangling alliances while enabling a flexible cooperation among Britain, Japan, France, Italy, and the United States to safeguard peace without surrendering independent rights.
A Rome publication outlines the Jugo-Slav movement’s double current, contrasting Serb loyalists with Izbra backers. It argues Austria deeded its fleet to the Yugoslavs to dodge creditors, and asserts Italy will pursue conciliatory yet firm lines on the Dalmatian and Istrian question under London and Rome pacts.
A brief note from the Newton Kansan outlines a program centered on maintaining peace and order in the community. It emphasizes steady progress, orderly conduct, and public safety as core goals supported by local efforts.
A satirical column in the form of Truths and Trifles by Paul Rabkin blends jokes about Paderewski Poland Nero and music with riffs on politics mispronounced names and chaotic forecasts from a Mexico correspondent. The piece weaves literary and historical asides with odd reflections on fashion and weather in a brisk, punchy tone.
A Douglas county reader relays a letter from a U S soldier praising Red Cross Girls at the Canteen overseas. He describes affection and gratitude as heartfelt support for the workers, calling them tireless and ambitious, and notes Salvation Army workers as rivals in compassion.
The text appears garbled but mentions Miss May Gardiny and a note about Hone of the Toul Can. No clear events, dates, or organizations are identifiable from the fragment.
Corpporal Overton E Hundley of Company 137th Infantry recounts the Argonne drive in a war poem. He reflects on bravery, loss, and duty as battles rage across forest and front line. The piece honors fallen comrades Ray Carnes Vic Harkey and others while framing a personal letter home from France.
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