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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 15, 1919
Page
3
Heads of departments at the University of Kansas report women have filled many positions left vacant by men who joined the army. They performed well especially in science labs and chemistry. Men returning from service will compete to regain jobs as women continue in several roles for the remainder of the quarter.
Professor Shilton, a music professor at the University, earns praise from English musicians in a report on the American Society of Irish Arts. The society, noted as the oldest of its kind, was once closed to non-Britons until recently. Shilton’s compositions are gaining attention and recognition.
An old advertisement touts Stuart's Dyspepsia Tablets as a cure for weak stomachs. It claims rapid relief and restful recovery, noting the tablets work while the stomach rests. The copy emphasizes ease of use and availability in any drug store.
A historic advertisement touts Wyeth’s Sage and Sulphur Compound as a simple mix to darken faded or gray hair. It claims the remedy, with sage and sulfur, restores natural color by morning after brushing through strands, leaving hair glossy and attractive.
Dy Alice Goetz head of physical education at the University chosen by the YWCA to lecture to white women in February and March. She will speak in several Kansas colleges and wear the Volunteer Medical Service Corps pin for wartime public health service.
Sprague, noted butterfly collector from Prague, describes severe indigestion and kidney pain that kept him from work for two years. After trying many medicines with no relief, he found dramatic improvement with Tanlac, taking six bottles to regain appetite, eliminate back pain, and resume his hobby and work.
City watches gas bills rise to 88 cents per thousand beyond Judge Booth's 80 cent limit. City Attorney Thiele says prompt payment discounts must fit the ruling, and court action is blocked while the case awaits U.S. Supreme Court guidance on interstate gas transport.
The University of Kansas appointing committee introduces a three factor scoring method to vet teachers. Applicants are rated educational professional and personal, with subcategories like intellectual ability classroom efficiency and appearance. The system aims to remove personal bias and improve fairness and efficiency in selections.
City Commission voted to loan eight voting booths and eight ballot boxes to University students for Thursday elections. The gear mirrors citywide use to ensure an election like process on campus.
President Wilson will be the guest of honor at a banquet on January 15 to be hosted by the French Senate on January 20. Danish scientists claim a method to manufacture yeast without using grain as raw material.
A New York businessman, once nearly bald, claims a prolific hair growth recipe at age 61. He offers to send genuine free versions of the recipe to any man or woman who requests it.
County agricultural officials announce four half day sessions this year replacing the usual two day meetings. The plan includes farm demonstrations on dairying and crop topics with women represented to lead discussions. A second officers meeting will gather input from branch institutes on preferred subjects and dates.
An old guidance item warns that soaps and shampoos with alkali damage hair and scalp. It recommends refined coconut oil, used sparingly, as a gentler cleanser that lathers well and leaves hair soft, silky, and lustrous.
General Densi kine, anti Bolshevik leader in northern Russia, delivers a sharp defeat to Bolsheviki on the Kuma river in the Caucasus. About 1,000 prisoners are captured. Army barracks in Japan add gymnasiums making Japanese soldiers expert gymnasts. Horses giraffes and ostriches have the largest eyes in the animal kingdom.
Four crew members aboard a blimp from the naval aviation station on Chatham escaped by leaping into the sea as the dirigible veered away. A officer sustained injuries in the incident reported to the 1st Naval District headquarters.
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