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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1918
Page
3
A city street scene shows tidy home gardens fading into alleys where hard work meets neglect. City Attorney Walter Thiele files a speeding complaint after a near accident, while debates on milk inspection, water, and wartime drafts unfold, questioning politicians, leaders, and the public’s duties.
The piece stresses varied ordinary roles from military age men to nurses, investors, and Red Cross helpers, noting Liberty Bonds and War Savings Stamps, while urging attention to small duties. It warns that neglecting these small acts risks undermining the larger war effort and emphasizes collective contribution.
The piece questions moral double standards between men and women and contrasts two men who buy an exhibit. One pays promptly while the other never pays. It notes how debtors are treated in stores and within lodges and churches despite timely payments or lack thereof.
Frank G. Drenning campaign swing through Kansas includes a two day Lawrence stop. The former Topeka city attorney frames his bid for Republican Attorney General on mill tax for education funding and toured eighty fifth town, meeting locals and addressing Chamber of Commerce events.
Washington July 1. Commissioner Saltzgaber says 268 Civil War veterans will receive increased monthly pensions under the June 14 1918 act. Rates vary from 30 to 40 dollars based on service length and age. Auto increase applies to those already receiving pensions and meeting age and service requirements. No attorney fees allowed for securing the increase.
Secretary Lansing says the zealous patriot has no time to grumble over errors and is busy assisting the government. The remark frames civic duty as swift, constructive action rather than complaint. He emphasizes practical support during a challenging period.
Louisville June 29 formal opening of the Artillery Training School for Officers at Camp Zachary Taylor draws several hundred students and instructors. The goal is to train 6000 artillery officers under Lieut. Col. Carter with 1500 pupils arriving from National Army and National Guard camps by July 1. Civilians aged 32 to 40 may apply and enter four week observation classes. Camps Funston McClellan and Sheridan supplied instructors. 45 teachers from Fort Sill later this month.
Announcement invites readers to join a shorthand class starting July 5 at Lawrence Business College. Also notes Federal Land Bank representatives will visit Douglas County soon to offer direct farm loans, following over 12,000 government loans last year. Write to the Federal Land Bank in Wichita for exact arrival date. Fresh Veach cream advertised at Wiedemann's.
Washington July 1 a committee of scientists reported to the interior department that Garabed Giargossian’s claimed free energy engine is not sound or practical and cannot be developed further. The verdict follows tests in Boston and congressional consideration.
Topeka July 1 war contracts in Kansas are explored by a Chamber of Commerce panel. The industrial questionnaire asks firms in foundries mills machine shops and packing houses how many war contracts they hold or can take when they can complete them what material they can supply and how soon they can deliver.
Mrs. E Elliott suffered a facial cut from shattered windshield glass when the Ford roadster she rode in with George E Krase Swift Packing Co salesman collided with Ed Anderson’s car in the 700 block of Massachusetts Street at 3 30 this afternoon Anderson swung north to park prompting Krase traveling south to fail stopping in time The wind did include debris from the impact.
President Wilson endorses legislation to control telegraph and telephone lines amid an impending Western Union operator strike. White House notes urge quick action before Congress recess, with Attorney General uncertainty on authority under existing law. Postmaster General Burleson and Secretary Daniels submit opinions, and the House committee moves to prepare a measure before adjournment. The president has not decided to seize lines, awaiting strike developments and war labor board rulings.
A Douglas County Liberty Loan Committee notice warns against unfriendly trading of Liberty bonds for stock. It requests details of companies, salesmen, and officers involved, and states authorities will act to curb such exchanges to protect investors and the Liberty bond program.
United States Certificates of Indebtedness Series I IV A dated June 25 1918 payable October 24 1918 at 4 12 percent interest. Denominations start at 300 dollars. Watkins National Bank. Jordon of Baldwin purchased a new Maxwell touring car from Charles P Banker on Saturday.
Week of July 16 features Margery A uson in Old Loves for New with a Pictograph on Monday Enid Benheit presents A Desert Woman Tuesday Viola Dana in The Lonely Road plus Pathe News Wednesday Mary Pickford stars in How Could You Jean also Pathe News Thursday and Friday Comedy program for the main bill Saturday offers a comedy program and a Pathe News segment
Enid Bennett stars in A Desert Wooing a Paramount production shown at the Varsity Tuesday. The film traces a heroine raised in a cynical smart set who reforms after meeting a real man, with Jack Holt opposite her and the plot focusing on rising passions and a moral awakening.
Favorite Artcraft star Mary Pickford appears as an almost grown-up society girl in How Could You Jean. The adaptation by Frances Marion, directed by William D. Taylor, marks a new photoplay for Pickford and will play at the Varsity Theatre next Thursday and Friday.
The Goodfellowship tourists from Kansas City, one hundred twenty five strong, will reach Lawrence July 20 in thirty motor cars. The Pathfinder car arrived in Lawrence yesterday and tour manager Harry S Frazer arranged a welcome for the visitors on the final eastern Kansas lap. A band will accompany the group for a street concert and a large Chamber of Commerce turnout is expected for the reception and dinner at the chamber rooms. The trip continues to Osawatomie Iola Emporia and Lit Tene with stops en route.
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