This is just the beginning! Our collection holds over 300 years of history, including rare newspapers, obituaries, marriage records, birth records, and so much more—most of which you won’t find anywhere else!
This newspaper page contains 10 articles. Subscribers can read the full text of each article.
Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1916
Page
3
Residents and relatives travel to towns like Lawrence and Ottawa for visits and shopping. People from Pony Creek, Clutpear, and nearby farms gather in Tonganoxie for family time, while others plan trips to Kansas City and Lawrence for errands, church events, and schooling activities. Community members attend a neighborhood festival and note school closings and preparatory travel.
Holland debates a National Defense Association proposal to implement universal service for both men and women. The plan envisions general compulsory training, local and provincial drills, school physical training, and a rapid mobilization force, funded by a state subsidy and supported by 14,000 members across 140 branches. The group argues independence hinges on widespread readiness, while critics question feasibility amid a broader European crisis.
Ladies Grand Army Circle and 50 comrades of the Post joined a memorial service led by Rev Lampel at the Presbyterian church with flowers on the graves and Old Glory overhead. Wichita patriots attended the event with readings, music, and a May 30 decorations program involving Garfield Drum Corps and local veterans groups. The parade featured the Garfield Drum Corps, Kansas National Guard units, Garfield Post No 28, and others with Boy Scouts aiding in grave decoration.
City dentists announce weekend closure of offices and postponement of new patients. The notice lists dates from January through November and mentions scheduled meetings of governors and club events.
Stuart O Henry, famed Kansas University alum and organizer of the first KU band, is slated to deliver the alumni address tomorrow at 11 a.m. during commencement week. Born in East Clifton Springs New York he joined KU in 1877 and later led a career in business and literature with several notable works.
Henry J. Allen, arriving from Des Moines to speak at the University of Kansas, argues the real contest for the Chicago convention is between Roosevelt and Hughes. He says Hughes gains from not speaking, but that soon after nomination both candidates share strength and a vigorous policy may be demanded. Allen predicts party lines form around a strong American policy and avoiding trouble.
Mrs Anna C Jenkins of 838 Pennsylvania Street reported to police yesterday afternoon that Thursday night an unknown person fired several shots and a bullet entered her dwelling. Officers found the bullet mark and no other homes were struck. Jenkins believed the house was not a specific target.
The first summer session begins with many students arriving at the university in Lawrence. By midweek a large number are expected to attend the session and many returners plan to finish work before commencement. The piece notes rural youths often seek travel or world exploration after school.
Elder Kin der speakers at Fairmount College graduation on the theme preparedness notes pacifist views. Rev W W Bolt receives honorary degree. Speech questions if Jesus would march in parades and argues war is fruit of preparedness. Various anecdotes mix with sermon on leading Christian moral ideals.
Bob Stewart recalled Henry Wilen during a Baldwin shop visit where Stewart, once a barber about thirty years ago, shared memories of Wilen and his connection to the area. The evening featured reflections from the Baldwin community and a baccalaureate speaker.
We want people to find what they are looking for at NewspaperArchive. We are confident that we have the newspapers that will increase the value of your family history or other historical research. With our 7-day free trial, you can view the documents you find for free.
People find the most success using advanced search. Try plugging in keywords, names, dates, and locations, and get matched with results from the entire collection of newspapers at NewspaperArchive!
You can also successfully find newspapers by these browse options. Explore our archives on your own!
Browse by location and discover newspapers from all across the world.
Browse by date and find publications for a specific day or era.
Browse old newspaper publications to find specific newspapers.