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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 05, 1917
Page
2
A fragment from a 1917 Lawrence Kansas page shows a bank ad referencing "GOOD SERVICE" by Merchants National Bank. It notes advance payment terms and promotional rates, plus a Western Union reminder for prompt copies. The text also mentions a press bureau and a British lens capture remark, reflecting period notices and telegraph service context.
After registration the young fel on Kansas may settle to harvest without disturbance for weeks. Interest grows in what Mr. Bryan will tell Kansas graduates. The plan to make Trieft a free city is discussed as Charles’ decision shifts control. Reports say laws were auctioned by the Missouri legislature, with a figure near 0000 proposed. Credit goes to volunteer registration boards at precincts for their long, hard day of service.
President Wilson has communicated the United States war aims to the new Russian government. It is not known what reception the communication will meet with at Petrograd as war aims fashions change every day or two.
A Mexican gunboat reportedly took supplies and medicines from an American fishing schooner or gatcooner. Observers urge caution in Munters from Mexi task gunboats. Unclear whether Bwatchfal waiting remains U.S. policy.
The piece notes Russian forces preparing to renew fighting against Germany while factions within Russia clash. It contrasts this with Mexico where the national chamber of commerce calls a meeting on planting and harvesting crops to feed the population, criticizing years of reliance on others for harvests as acreage declines and hunger grows.
An exodus of wild-eyed cranks and reformers heads to Russia as anarchists abroad plan to continue their activities there. An American crossed the ocean with a shipload of Russian expatriates bound for home, declaring their aim is to resume the work of anarchy they began years ago. The piece notes the anarchists view Russia’s future positively.
The Journal-World calls on J L Bristow to provide concrete names dates and details backing his claims of graft and favoritism in Washington. It argues that naming a few proven cases would deter corrupt officials and urges Bristow to come forward with specific instances to aid national integrity in war and peace.
Jacob H. Schiff extols Liberty Loan bonds as a tax free 342 percent yield with potential to rise to higher rates if war extends. He notes convertibility to higher rate bonds, argues future government loans may cease, and claims 3 percent fifteen year bonds offer strong value with banks offering commission free purchases through Lawrence banks.
The fragment states a judgment that the approach used was the most effective. It notes a conclusion without detailing actions or entities involved, presenting a concise assessment of method efficiency. No specific people places or organizations are named in the readable text.
The New York World argues that after the Civil War Copperheads earned no lasting honor. It notes Confederate heroes are celebrated while Copperhead supporters are not commemorated, and predicts those who opposed the government in this war will likewise be forgotten.
Nine year old Charles McCurdy of Spot Cash Grocery builds a large Saturday Evening Post route and is promoted in the Curtis Salesman ladder after buying a fifty dollar Liberty bond with earned money. The piece also notes a summer business college session opening and local flower gifts for a church pulpit, with a plug for Squire's photography studio.
A satirical column discusses war fatigue concerns and social topics. It notes fewer cavalry in future actions, remarks on ap pendicitis and mental ailments with humor, and urges patriotism at home. It mentions a civil service course at Lawrence Business College, then details County Home demographics of 18 inmates, ages, sexes, and statuses. It closes with local mentions of landlords, a note from C Friend, and Mr and Mrs James Challis visiting Lawrence.
Advertisement claims a safe method to shed ten to six pounds of fat without dieting or strenuous exercise. It advises daily outdoor time, seven deep breaths, and using a listed product from a druggist. Weigh weekly and avoid skipping doses until near normal weight. asserts harmless ingredients and quick noticeable changes.
The Blue Birds, younger Camp Fire Girls sisters aged six to 12, held a candy sale at Kennedy Plumbing company store last Saturday and sold self made candy that was praised as real good.
Local personals note several residents visiting in Kansas City and surrounding towns. Miss Stella Moeller, Bob Krum, Miss Nellie Viets, and others are listed with various trips to Fort Riley Edwardsville Topeka Denver and Lawrence.
A bronze relief tablet honoring David Hamilton Robinson, the first Latin professor at KU, was presented by M. W. Sterling at a Kansas University ceremony. Chancellor Frank Strong accepted the tribute as alumni subscriptions financed the tablet. Addresses by Scott Hopkins and Miss Kate Stephens praised Robinson as teacher and friend.
Dr. Elderkin, former Congregational pastor and now at Oak Park church in Chicago, will address the Wednesday night gathering at the Parish House of the Congregational church. The meeting is open to the public and follows a stop in Lawrence en route to the Extel Park conference.
The piano arrangement of J C Mc Canles new march University of Kansas is on sale. Mc Canles dedicates the march to the University and the University band will perform it at the concert tonight.
Blanch FE Yeager of Leavenworth county eight miles west of Tonganoxie died at her home yesterday morning. Funeral arrangements not yet made. G M Stratton of Clay Center visiting at the home of his daughter Mrs E W Cross. Lawrence Business College reports many stenographer applications and cannot fill. Young women urged to begin training for anticipated positions during the crisis. Professor and Mrs Oscar Dahlene arrived from Glascow Me and will spend the summer in Lawrence. Share something with your wife besides a rent receipt. Own a home. C Friend.
Dick Bros announce toilet water from the old KK U town at popular prices. Friends of Miss Lydia C Hutt receive invitations to Kirksville Missouri for graduation as a doctor of Osteopathy. Miss Hutt has trained nursing background and is prepared to practice. Dr Orelup advertises eye nose throat services at Dick Building.
A historic plea notes millions starving in the Bible lands, refugees moving from dotted into striped zones, and says American charity must fund relief with zero expense. It urges sending funds via local treasurers or Charles R. Crane at 70 Fifth Avenue New York, offering literature and local committee organization.
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