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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 20, 1919
Page
2
The Douglas County Agent is an experienced practical farmer. He is a trusted member of the County Farm Bureau, chosen for his fitness to assist farmers seeking information on any farming project. The agent offers practical duty and aid to all inquirers.
The passage argues that the Rhine should lie outside Germany as a strategic choice. It laments wartime pest issues plaguing farmers and the slow ground thaw delaying stock movement. A returned aviator doubts immediate aeroplane commercial use, citing cost danger and complex operations as barriers.
Page Col. House reports on why President Wilson has not yet visited the devastated areas of France and Belgium, noting his commitments and efforts abroad while acknowledging limitations and ongoing relief work.
The piece argues Morgan quit over his hard line on draft violators and conscientious objectors, praising his demand that steel workers and machinists in federal prisons perform honest daily labor. It condemns civilian interference with military matters and cautions against pacifist influence on policy.
In Lawrence, amid a large State Teachers Association presence, local readers see the Journal-World weighing in on a contentious issue that divides educators and prompts public discussion.
The passage commends Miss Foster for independence and notes Miss Wooster's familiarity with schools from years as a teacher and book publisher. It critiques some Teachers Association demands as undermining democracy, favors a county unit over districts, and discusses corporation tax effects on districts with railroad property versus those without.
A collection of short humorous observations on town life and human nature. The piece riffs on elevators, knockers, spelling, love and wealth, trades, and a nod to Groundhog Day, closing with a playful market note about a Journal-World want ad.
A compact list of historical notes including ship wreck near Lambay Island with 380 deaths, 1870 Rhode Island statue of Nathaniel Greene, 1894 death of William Gilpin, 1900 death of Richard D. Blackmore, 1901 Kaiser Wilhelm II ill at Queen Victoria, 1902 wireless telegraphy between Edward VII and Roosevelt, 1915 German Argonne advance, 1916 Greek king appeals to the U.S., 1917 British call for 80 thousand more munition workers.
Josef Hofmann, famed pianist born in Cracow, 42 years ago. Mischa Elman, violinist born in Southern Russia, 28 years ago. Thomas N. Hart, Boston’s ex mayor, born in North Reading 90 years ago. Furnifold M. Simmons, NC senator born in Jones County 65 years ago. John William Cunliffe, Columbia English professor born in Bancashire 54 years ago. Frederick Eis, bishop born near Coblenz 76 years ago.
Mayor Kreeck notes agitation over appointing a police matron or policewoman as Lawrence considers pairing duties for women officers. The piece traces early entry of women in policing, cites Los Angeles Chicago and other cities, and describes matron duties, supervision of women and minors, and modernization of public safety with female officers.
Baritone Reinald Werrenrath, cited as one of the busiest artists, planned three weekly recitals. He sings tonight in Topeka for Washburn College, tomorrow for Kansas University and Thursday in Kansas City with Alice Nielsen. Reserved seats available at Renan Corner and Baines stores.
An old advertisement promotes Jad Salts as a remedy for backache and kidney distress. It links meat intake to irritated kidneys, urges high water consumption, and claims Jad Salts clears urinary waste, neutralizes acids, and aids bladder function. The copy emphasizes affordability and pleasant effervescent consumption.
Kansas lawmakers push bills to curb price fixing and strikes with AG subpoenas and utilities mediation. Minnie Grinstead seeks to memorialize the U S Senate on woman suffrage. Rail and road interests, good roads resolution backed by Bardwell and School, state aid from license funds discussed. Roosevelt Memorial Services scheduled for February 7. lobbyists barred from floor.
Mrs Harrison is identified as the wife of Austin Harrison who stood in opposition to Lloyd George in British elections. The note mentions his claim to fame as the principale author of the English Review in 1910 and refers to his works The Pan German Government England and America and Keiserotis.
The Fair extends its special sale for another week as colder weather shifts inventory. Durst Sales System head Henry Durst continues to run the event selling cloaks at reduced value to clear stock.
A memorial statue honoring fallen horses is unveiled at the Tanlac City public park foyer. Photographs show townsfolk gathered as a banner lists names and prices, with General Viscount Qefima described in a printed dedication.
A newly ejected material from Mount Vesuvius shows a temperature of 1500 degrees Fahrenheit. Heat remains intense on the volcano slopes with scattered ice and sporadic lava activity continuing from past eruptions.
A dated advertisement promotes Hamlin's Wizard Oil as a quick penetrating remedy for rheumatism sciatica lame back and lumbago. It claims uses for sprains bruises cuts burns bites and stings with a money back guarantee. Also touts Wizard Liver Whips pink pills claimed to relieve constipation and headaches priced 30 cents each.
An angry man declares Tiny is not as stupid as the other thinks. His friend retorts that such a claim cannot be true. The terse dialogue captures a moment of heated dialogue and suspicion.
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