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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1917
Page
5
A noted diamond thief broke jail at Wellington yesterday. The Jutland naval battle, which took place a year ago, is unusual in one respect. Both the British and the Germans celebrate it as a victory. It isn’t every fight that can be interpreted by both sides as a big victory.
Berlin issues a report backing Stockholm on Germany dropping any plans to seize more territory by war. The public doubts this claim while large scale arrests target those who helped dodge the upcoming draft registration. The government vows to enforce stricter standards as its survival is at stake.
The text notes local chatter about women leaving homes for trains and ukulele bands at Fort Riley. reports on Emporia Gazette opposition to troop moves. anti registration agitators warning of imprisonment. Missouri court ruling against halting next Tuesday’s draft. objectors urged to drop efforts and wait.
The Central Park venue showcased a home made pageant that highlighted the amphitheater as a key element. The event, held last night, drew praise for its local flavor and strong performances reflecting Lawrence in recent times.
Tar appearance of the vacant lot gardens suggests a potential food shortage in Lawrence this summer and for some time after. The necessity to cultivate more appears urgent for Lawrence residents amid uncertain supply and rising need.
Jacob H. Schiff discusses Liberty Bonds at 3 percent tax free with potential convertibility to higher yields. He notes longer terms could rise to 4 to 7 percent upon war end, and a 15 year bond at 7 percent is possible. Banks may offer direct purchase without commissions.
The piece derides reformers at WKU as a parade of reform for reform's sake. It mocks each type from the melodramatic Gallahad to the pedantic reformer and urges limiting reforms to one major headline a day.
Unclear OCR text references War impact and supply, mentions 7000 dollar cost, discovery of America in war, rice and magnate supplies, and remarks on disorders in wartime. Several garbled phrases imply settlers, disco, and operator difficulties without clear events or names.
A Cincinnati based drug advertisement touts Freezone as a quick remedy for corns and calluses. It claims a few drops applied to tender corn will dry and lift the entire corn root without pain, with a quarter ounce said to suffice for removing hard or soft corns from feet.
The piece notes the Prince of Wales’ marriage prospects while hinting at civilian concerns such as New York rent hikes. It also promotes vacation subscriptions to keep up with Lawrence news, urging readers to stay informed as they travel away. The tone reflects local newspaper voice and period concerns.
A letter argues the Socialist Party is militant and opposed to U S participation in the war not by pacifism but due to opposition to capitalism. It contends socialists may support cooperation for a Cooperative Commonwealth during the war while decrying party members who hinder national unity. The piece warns future generations may call socialist leaders traitors if they obstruct war aims and democracy.
A description explains mushroom growth from button shape to cap with gills and spores. It notes rosy pink gill color signals harvest, warns that overlong storage spoils, and cautions many fungi are poisonous while edible varieties exist.
In Lawrence, claims drawn from Appletons Cyclopedia provoke dispute among residents who recall dangers of misidentified fungi. The discussion notes people have eaten wild mushrooms after mistaking bark for edible varieties and warns against picking mushrooms from sidewalk edges as a risky habit.
Students may earn a State Teacher's Certificate by completing nine hours of education work offered through Public School Music and the School of Education and College. The Summer School adds two courses in Public School Music two in Sight Reading and Ear Training two in Harmony one in Music History and private lessons in voice piano and organ.
The Associated Banks of Lawrence will close Tuesday to let young men in tie banks register without missing work. Lawrence CleR recruit for Battery at Ottawa has one platoon of Battery B raised at Ott Louis Leen on recruiting duty for several days and already released a dozen members.
The final week of Raemaekers cartoons is noted with a celebration and invitation to view the exhibit in the University administration building. Local officials and Red Cross directors encourage attendance, promising a quieter, reflective public display.
The fragmentary OCR reads as advertising and political rhetoric touching on campaigns, media influence, and public perception. It mentions Wrigter, various regions, and references to Russia, Europe, Asia, and China in a tense, globalized framing. The garbled wording limits precise facts.
A report notes reduced tuition for a summer school focused on creativity. The funds come from private sources and aim to broaden access to music, theater, and related arts. The measure halves previous rates and expands private offerings to diverse disciplines.
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