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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 23, 1919
Page
8
The country expresses deep concern over rioting in Washington and says disorder in any city is serious. Authorities must restore order promptly to set a proper example nationwide.
Intercollegiate athletics faced wartime shifts and a return to form is hoped for. At the University of Kansas prospects for good material are excellent and a strong bid will be made to regain public interest in college games.
During the war the United States moved from debtor to creditor nation. Financiers argue that because the U S made large wartime loans to other countries those nations require further credit extensions before resuming commercial relations with the United States.
The United States seeks a strategic Zeppelin procurement, considering a craft built in Germany or domestically. The move aims to bolster air capabilities amid growing tensions and questions over supply chains and defense readiness.
The text notes the aviation section of the army may be trimmed down to small dimensions but argues the government should, at minimum, use the chance to study aircraft designs used by other nations as part of defense planning.
William Allen White argues that English speaking countries seek world peace while others dream of conquest. He cites Parisian views but claims the French middle class desires stability and rejects renewed war, noting war weariness since the prior year. He questions the plausibility of renewed French aggression and emphasizes the cost of conquest.
The piece cites a congressional committee disclosure that fifty American murders in Mexico have gone unprosecuted. It argues the Mexican government blames bandits in each case, a pattern deemed unacceptable. It calls for a capable agency to ensure justice and prevent further American killings.
Lieut. Col. Harold D. Burdick explains to the Journal-World methods for ROTC training. He argues for disciplined but not oppressive schooling so students are trained individually to become officers of the reserve corps without hindering others' activities.
The piece discusses university and ROTC discipline in training, the need to protect student work from military focus, and the push for aviation regulations after Chicago’s disaster. It cites a Kansas City farmer’s injunction on overflight, debates mandatory flight heights, and potential aerial patrols to enforce a 1000 foot limit over towns like Lawrence. It notes pilots may keep to set altitudes as an interim measure.
Harvey's Weekly lauds air travel milestones from transatlantic airships to round trips and predicts major implications for naval design and coastal defenses. It argues airships and heavier than air craft prove practicable for transatlantic flight and insists aviation becomes pivotal to national defence.
The Kansas 1919 wheat crop is not meeting the earlier expected yield, dampening optimism. The piece recalls prior forecasts that aimed for records. expectations were very high, but reality has tempered the outlook and risks a significant shortfall.
An Iowa man offers ten dollars reward for a missing wife. Perhaps if he guaranteed to pay her the sum she would return. The county transfers its Eudora bridge troubles to state officials in Topeka and suggests placing the matter with the Public Utilities Commission which now has nothing to do and seeks a neat problem to work on.
The Salina Journal notes optimism about a big wheat crop in Kansas even after overestimating earlier yields. Grain dealers say 50 to 60 million bushels must be cut from initial estimates, yet the state appears to retain a bumper overall harvest.
A quirky column riffs on market mood and social quirks. It cites Van the Animal Man buying dogs for medical students, pays dogs one dollar and cats twenty for use, notes Lawrence boarding houses report waiter and dishwasher job shortages, hints at wartime suffrage tensions, shale oil notes in Colorado, and mocks a lagging Oregon senator backing a league ratification with scant attention.
The government flags the creation of volunteer officials to assist ex soldiers in securing entitlements. It also proposes appointing a postal department head to speed letters to Washington, improving communication for veterans.
In Lawrence today, a group of trap shooters gathers for a local competition. Organizers expect participation from seasoned marksmen and newcomers, with spectators invited to watch.
Dr Carl Phillips has returned from military service and resumed his practice of medicine at 817 Mass Street over Sol Marks. Telephone 373.
A compact list recalls notable dates and figures from 1836 to 1917. It notes the opening of Canada's Champlain and St. Lawrence railway, the death of engraver Christian Gobrecht, Michigan governor Henry Crapo, a Mexico rail link, Tsarist thanks via Dr. Talmage, South Carolina liquor control, Boer leader Kemp, a botched torpedo attack, and a US war budget request.
A butterfly in India displays striking sexual dichromatism with males having a left wing yellow and right wing red, while females show the opposite arrangement. The unusual bilateral color split may aid in species recognition or mating signals.
One year ago today American troops captured several villages on the Marne. On the east British forces took Petitchamp Wood near Marra ux. The United States government assumed control of turbine engine industry for war purposes.
A list of birthday notes for historical figures includes James, Cardinal Gibbons born in Baltimore eighty five years ago, Seillard Holock a late commander born in Wisconsin fifty nine years ago, Margaret a renowned American stage actress born in Bloomington Indiana thirty eight years ago, Rev Edwin G Weed Episcopal bishop of Florida born in Georgia two years ago, Charles Hadall California congressman born in Auburn Nebraska fifty four years ago.
Nazimova renowned stage star showcases added triumph in the screen adaptation Out of the Fog shown at the Varsity Theatre today and Thursday. The production, adapted from Ception Shoals, follows her famed career from Kyiv to Geneva and Moscow to America, with Capellani directing the film version.
Mass. artificial mummies are said to be made in France and Hely then shipped to Feyot for sale to dealers of antiquities. A real skull is used, but the rest is ingenious imitation.
The artificial lake near Ranchar, India, is described as the largest in the world. When full its surface spans about 110,000 acres, roughly 180 square miles.
An advertisement extols Milsified coconut oil shampoo as a pure greaseless cheaper alternative to common soaps. It claims the shampoo cleanses thoroughly, lathers richly, and leaves hair soft bright and manageable while removing dust dirt and grime efficiently. It suggests a teaspoonful with water lasts months for a family.
South Platte hotel offers vacation pleasure with fine fishing old trails scenic views and good auto roads. Wallbrecht South Platte Colorado invites readers to send for free pictures.
A fragmentary ad invites a week or two at a famous Missouri resort. Fishing, boating, and swimming are highlighted with pleasant shade trees and cool nights. Rate details mention a hotel and daily service at 2.50, with travel by railroad via Gray & Baker of Warrensburg.
New York specialist Dr Connor outlines progressive tobacco harms and teaches two quick checks. Read aloud to test for throat issues. climb stairs to judge heart function. Claims nicotine addiction risks, offers Nicotol tablets as a quick cure with a money-back guarantee from local druggists.
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