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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1916
Page
4
The convention remains unsettled as speculation runs high about outcomes. The University dinner drew a record crowd with many alumni paying for attendance while others hoped for free seats. Citizens watch city officials debate a new depository and higher interest rates, viewing it as a key issue for taxpayers.
The article notes Justice Hughes suggesting two schools prize a flag honor for top year student and comments on the U S flag. Victor Murdock of Kansas criticizes Hughes as the flag’s last out and mocks the display. The piece discusses Murdock’s past influence, Progressive critics in Chicago, and the need for genuine flag service beyond lip service.
A Lawrence man recalls Kitchener’s death and argues it mirrors many soldiers’ fates as the British war leader’s efforts transitioned to others. He notes the loss, while acknowledging the ongoing need to mobilize and sustain the war effort.
The article reflects on Kitchener’s stance that the war would be long and hints at whether the death of a Diener signals a turning point. It questions if the event alters the course of the struggle and notes uncertainty about future developments.
A Lyon county farmer helps tow a stalled car, reflecting a revival of neighborly goodwill on rural roads. The Emporia Gazette notes this aligns with a broader shift back toward friendly community spirit after earlier tensions. Reports from a memorial day address show critics of Western materialism drawn into debate with expectations of disciplined education and reform.
The piece notes twenty eight year tradition of nominating a president or vice president by more than one ballot. It cites 1888 with Harrison, Sherman, and Gresham as examples, and discusses how favorite sons and candidates withdraw as ballots proceed. It mentions primary weakness for avowed candidates and hints at possible moves on first ballots.
The Public Health Service releases a free bulletin on summer infant care and garden exercise versus gym workouts. It argues clean water, food, and housing protect city dwellers and notes California cut typhoid deaths by seventy percent in ten years. It also questions the cost of rats and estimates manure piles breed millions of flies per ton.
The St. Louis Globe-Democrat editorial laments breaking the long standing one ballot tradition and warns of political risks as a poor time for change. The piece critiques shifting voting practices and urges preservation of established norms.
Justice Hughes delivers an eloquent address before the National Cathedral School for Girls in Washington. He declares the flag embodies national unity and endeavor, the struggle for independence, liberty under law, and the duties of each generation to sacrifice and endure for America.
Dr. W. W. Russ announces his dental office will remain open every Saturday afternoon to accommodate patients, stating there is no reason to close during that time. The notice emphasizes regular weekend access similar to weekdays.
May in Kansas brought warm wet weather with high winds and abundant rain in most areas. Statewide average rainfall was 3.84 inches in the western third, 8.69 inches across the state, and 2 inches below normal overall. Eastern areas saw 4 to 7 inches, with drought in the south and west. Temperatures ran near normal but 13 degrees above April, marking a notable contrast in monthly climate.
An old advertisement touts Resinel 3 Ointment as a quick cure for eczema. It claims instant relief from itching, improved sleep, and restored skin at low cost, noting doctors have prescribed it for over 20 years and druggists sell it.
Advertises Resinol Soap as a purer cleansing toilet soap that heals via Resing medication in the product. Claims keep the complexion clear, fresh, and beautiful.
The month showed no damaging frosts with highs up to 102 degrees in Ashland and New Ulysses and a low of 24 at Blakeman. Wheat and pastures benefited, corn began late but improved, alfalfa put up heavily, strawberries off to a bad year with cat activity noted.
Warranty deeds deliver interests in numerous Lawrence properties from Chas J Simmons and wife to Stella Simmons, from Emanuel N Martin and wife to Laelia Brown, and others including Jane A Snow to R G Ottinger, Lena Ure and Shillerston, and Geo D Chambers and wife to Victor P Johnson. Transactions note nominal sums, parcels on Indiana Street and University area, and multiple lot descriptions in subdivision blocks.
Road trips and Sunday visits populate the scene with Mr. and Mrs. Whitlock of Topeka, Miss Esther and Miss Anna Bartels from Oklahoma and California, Lawrence and Will Strahan in hospital, and many others traveling to Clinton, Willow Springs, and nearby towns for church services, memorials, and family gatherings.
Christy, Glen Cox and Arthur Shields visited Lawrence Tuesday. Mrs. Shields and Cox hosted visitors. several families from Lawrence and surrounding towns stopped by. Mrs. Wray is very sick, and doctors from Vomona and Lawrence attended. Death of Mr. Hale prompted travel. many locals visited and hosted over the weekend.
Sunday visits and social chatter fill this column with notices of friends and relatives. Mrs. Rob Scott and Mrs. Gilbert Allen host and entertain, while Mrs. Athey and Mrs. Crowder assist with refreshments. The piece also advertises jewelry from Ed W W Parsons and contains assorted maxims on duty and wisdom.
The roster shows candidates announcing for county treasurer, county attorney, and clerk of the district court subject to the Republican primaries in August. Names include Witter Foxcatt Tan Wilson Purell and Charles Purlel among others, with each pledging candidacy pending primary outcomes.
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