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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 11, 1917
Page
5
In Lawrence Kansas on July 11 1917 the town discusses wartime posting and mail delays while hot weather highlights the era. The article notes conscientious objectors and police actions amid reports of antiwar sentiment and German Krupp warefare aims.
A Kentucky representative delivers a talking point about wartime unity and beer being sent to ease tensions. He reflects on long friendships surviving disagreements and notes whisky as another preferred substance in strained times.
The Olympia, Admiral Dewey’s flagship, ran aground off the east coast and has been floated and anchored in safe water after a laborious effort. Though not a top fighting ship by today’s standards, its national value as a symbol of American seamanship remains immense.
The American flag floated above London houses of Parliament on July Fourth. The piece notes that British sentiment recognizes the American fight helped advance democratic principles shared with enlightened nations worldwide.
An essay urges stricter controls beyond banning liquor ads in prohibition areas and movie magazines. It warns railroads flood readers with glamorous resort promo art, tempting men to overindulge while trying to stay focused on work.
The passage argues a man is helpless to resist thoughts stirred by a plain wrapper containing a booklet. It suggests there should be law to address such influence, contrasting speckled beauties with mermaid fantasies and the impact on the reader's thoughts.
A Topeka Capital excerpt argues that German professors should help rebalance their government rather than try to convert the world to German methods. It cites dangers of state obedience, press censorship, and wartime manipulation, urging restored honor and rational thought.
A collage of quips and wry observations on manners, politics, thrift, liquor, and courage. The snippets humorously reflect social foibles, charity, loans, grocery trends, and biblical skepticism from a historical column.
A Lawrence resident requests publication of a letter clarifying Red Cross donations and how funds are allocated. The writer includes a June 25 1917 contribution breakdown totaling 5 00 allocating 1 00 to dues 2 00 to National Red Cross and 2 00 to local relief for Social Service Hospital and asks the Journal World to publish it to avoid misleading figures.
A letter by F. W. Blackmar argues that peace lovers must be prepared to fight for right and home, noting the futility of militarism while acknowledging wartime duties. He cites the Hague and League for Peace and the need to defend democracy, urging readiness for a new era of universal peace.
Potter lake will stay open for four weeks of summer session at the university. A dollar fee will be charged to all users to cover expenses. A new foot of material has been added to the lake and is said to be suitable for swimming. Gymnasium classes end with KU term on July 18. A marriage license was issued to Francis H. Monk and Freda Anna Gibbs of Lawrence.
Engineers plan to deploy canaries in trenches to detect gas before soldiers. A mine rescue worker carries a canary into a mine to illustrate the method used by the bureaus of mines and chemistry. Card of thanks from Mr and Mrs Walter Kennedy and family expresses gratitude for support during their baby's illness and death.
A bystander praises a deaf-mute boxer for delivering telling blows during a street scuffle. Another man jokes that his hands do the talking, noting the remarkable display as the crowd watches the brief set-to unfold.
Paraguay 13 is cited as producing about 70 percent of the world’s petitgrain essential oil, derived from the leaves of the sour orange. The oil is mainly used in perfume production.
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