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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 13, 1916
Page
2
A Chicago style critique cites the Big Ben district and chaotic city management in Kansas City as examples of poor governance. Reports from the border indicate Kansas troopers prepare for a prolonged stay, while General Goethals contemplates retirement with broad public praise.
Congress aims to speed work and adjourn early to avoid interference with political campaigns. The general sentiment favors any motive that prompts Congress to settle business promptly.
Major Neil Rahn travels western Kansas to study the unrest as reports claim workers terrorized fans until discovering they would flee at the sight of a spectator. The note comes as authorities order border regiments to full war strength, reflecting discouraging developments.
The largest beginner’s class West Point has ever known is now enrolled, improving prospects for advancement with a larger regular establishment. Young men entering officer training will be noted by the time they complete their course.
If true as reported a New York physician covered the gen of infantil organs, the discovery will rank among the steeps by which terrors of yellow fever and typhoid were removed. An epidemic striking children is dreadful and thousands of parents hope for a serum that ends infantile paralysis to become available in eastern districts.
The piece discusses the use of submarines by Germany and U S reactions, proposes depots in congressional districts for National Guard mobilization, criticizes California officials for transporting indigent mentally ill patients eastward, and praises Adjutant General C J Martin for advancing Kansas militia readiness at Fort Riley and improving outfitting prior to deployment.
William Allen White endorsed supplying every convict in the Kansas penitentiary with a nightshirt citing its civilizing influence. The Leavenworth Times mocked the plan with satirical notes on luxuries for prisoners and warned reforms should focus on inner reform rather than outward comforts.
A Kansas writer vents on hot weather gender norms with comical lists of clothing for men and women. The piece critiques fashion constraints as insults to equality. A Philadelphia Bulletin excerpt notes that Westinghouse plans dismantling shrapnel production as U S munition output wanes and retools amid fading demand.
Army horses mobilized for service near the Mexican border show fractiousness risking usefulness. In Brooklyn a First cavalry member was thrown and seriously injured by his wound after a motor horn frightened the horse. Near Van Cortlandt Park a patrolman was kicked while attempting to catch a frightened horse. The piece reflects on mettle and docility as war horsemanship evolves.
The article weighs military needs for mounts and equine training amid war, questioning if Europe’s scoured horse supply leaves enough of the best breed for the U.S. army and whether training camps and field maneuvers exist for horses. It also discusses American habits that hinder abstract thought and the value of concentrated thinking, contrasting modern machinery with uncertain animal reliability. It notes a chemical shortage in local photography supplies at McColloch drug store.
A Hudera township family with three notable sons produced leaders including a former city superintendent and state superintendent who led Friend University At Vita and a Topeka school principal. Sam Stanley, a four year township treasurer, seeks the Republican nomination for County Commissioner in the Second District. He is described as vigorous and capable, aiming to improve the county and district. The piece references local political and personal background, with editorial tone endorsing Stanley.
In Fraser hall last night the Mawson Antarctic pictures drew a hot audience with six reels of polar views. Bird and marine life appeared in abundance and penguin antics provided comic relief as the thrilling scenes of polar exploration captivated Lawrence residents.
California sent W. Te Lae throp, an insane man, to the county for care. A sister-in-law Anna Lathrop near Lawrence will discuss with the Past Clerk today and arrangements may move him to the county home or return him to California.
A set of fragmented real estate transactions records transfers in Douglas and nearby counties Kansas. Names include Lena Boanders hushani Tono gowperth and Faeah Clinton Snyders with parcels described in Belmont addition and Babcock area. Mentions various lots, undivided interests, and a 1.00 dollar quit claim with notes on patent rights and estate.
The Hutchinson wholesaler praise boosts the Lawrence Merchants and Farmers Association. The Lawrence retailers plan their next mid-July meeting in new end quarters with arranged luncheons and gatherings. George Innes invites friends and guests to a store event, extending hospitality.
A gathering of about thirty one people from Lawrence enjoyed a high pleasing impersonation at Linwood Congregational church. The event was organized by the judges of the Linwood Congregational church. Library hours for the public begin July 17 lasting to September 1 with general delivery and children's desks open 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Found Labor Leaders Guilty. Fourteen of seventeen labor leaders tried on conspiracy to extort and destroy property charges were found guilty. Three were acquitted. Fewer auto licenses issued in Douglas County with 81 tags issued so far.
Authorities warn that nonpayment will trigger penalties and officers will begin enforcement actions. The notice signals upcoming collection efforts and potential steps against unpaid accounts.
A vintage advice piece promotes coconut oil as a safer alternative to soaps and shampoos, claiming alkali in many products harms hair. It suggests moistening hair with water and applying a teaspoon or two of refined coconut oil to create a rich lather that cleanses scalp, removes dust and oil, and leaves hair silky and easy to manage.
A fragmentary notice announces candidacies for the office of Clerk of the District Court and Clerk of the EB Court in the county, with statements that candidacies are subject to Republican primaries. Names include Chas Mass and Earl L. Powell.
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