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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1915
Page
2
Lawrence Kansas dispatch notes public sentiment shifts amid theater and movie industry hints at President Wilko aiming to restore confidence. Opinion pieces criticize investors and pundits, urging cautious public stance and media scrutiny on entertainment.
Jtat to the mle and female boars will manipulate the rutamobiles so as to eek the tanviniin neise out of them and so advertise themselves The was to heoreal conspicuous upon the streets' of Lawrence nowadays, is foorma pW ondisnless, or nearly neiseless machine. The noisy ones are so coms nn as to be vulgar.
Fragment mentions republishing a Journal-World item by Robert Louis Stevenson Mars Moe from Colorado Kansas. Notes about credit and a court order or decision, with cryptic reference to hacking and commissions.
A fragmented OCR passage argues for a Young Men’s Christian Association in the community to provide companionship and opportunities to young men, noting equal benefits for young women who would gain from similar facilities and Christian association.
The excerpt voices uneasy debates on the real needs of the South and the role of white leadership, linking progress among Black people to a broader Millennium. It critiques center-standing scholars, notes church trials through history, and touches on humanitarian efforts tied to Christian teachings and wartime aid.
A recent Supreme Court decision awakening signals a shift toward reducing federal intervention in industry. The ruling suggests government distrust of business stifling growth should ease, encouraging new enterprises and expansion of existing ones.
A mother reflects on summer as a harvest time with her children. She notes each child’s growing interests and independence learning from nature, chores, and personal discovery. The piece contrasts school life with summer freedom and hints at family guidance shaping character.
War in Europe may extend the Wfe in pur fuel industry for a year or so longer. The world has depended on nations now at war for national sugar supplies and related fuel impacts, suggesting longer disruption and evolving policy.
The Leavenworth Times reports that a sugar shortage is likely, pushing prices up. Producers including beet growers have given up on sugar, unsure if demand will be met this year. Refiners faced forward contracts but fear for the industry if free trade remains.
Residents discuss Windmill Hill Road, the western extension of Ninth Street, and the burden of road upkeep. Township officials face pressure to erase or repair age worn paths while balancing public expense and local taxes. The town bears costs for rock, gravel, and grading with little private vehicle use seen, prompting calls for cost sharing and clearer responsibility among county and town authorities.
The article argues the decisive factor in Italy’s shift to war was popular will rather than diplomacy. It notes Prime Minister Salandra and Foreign Minister Sonnino faced pressure from Giolitti and allies to delay, while Austria offered Tyrolian territory and Adriatic concessions as a pacific solution. The piece highlights Italy’s aim to secure Trieste and Italian character in the region amid rising war sentiment.
An old advertisement offers one hundred dollars reward for uncured catarrh and promotes Hall's Catarrh Cure as a blood and mucous surface remedy. It includes testimonials from F J Cheney and endorsements from banks, with pricing and ordering notes for physicians and consumers. The text mentions constipation remedies and urges readers to take the product daily.
The passage notes a political crisis with a resignation triggering national unrest across the peninsula. Amid tensions, protests erupt from one end of the Italian peninsula to the other, challenging the Salandra cabinet and Giolitti’s influence as Italy faces turmoil and potential government change. The report also references a referendum by acclamation and mentions contemporary commentary on Germany’s offensive and a pest control ad.
A senior play titled Love and Loss of Tol entertained a crowded Bowersock venue last night. Prof Goodwillie led the cast with Lucy White and Olivia Olsson delivering standout turns as Love’s characters. The full ensemble, including Jela Dekes and Joel Berwick, drew cheers and nostalgia from the audience as manager Dike Kennedy opened the evening and Ray Dunmire of the Jayhawker basketball team received a warm welcome.
A garbled local social column notes visits and relatives in Washington Creek area. Mentions Bretnh of Cuturade visiting relatives Me a Shaw trip to Weaning, Chavan’s hit bee, Miss Lanta Nanay Usrtimim visiting Mas Linge Sehethoin, and multiple family members spending weekends with kin.
An An. Phe We CT. LLanbetine meeting in the Methoiliat cleared by afternoon with many members present. The President Mrs. Nennard led songs of temperance and Miss Evleker read the Vist Psa followed by a prayer. Flower Mission notes mention three years of Jennie Cassidy’s service.
A community observance honored White Lily Day with readings by Miss Ricker and Miss Holeigh, 2500 attendees joining via White Lilies influence of the WCTU. Children sang and received flowers while advocates urged temperance, duty, and moral instruction. A Kansas City speaker stressed closing moral traps and supporting women and girls.
The Belgian steamer Menapiar was blown up near the north harbor in the North sea. Seventeen lives were lost and many were saved. The captain, the first mate, and several deck officers perished, while the pilot and several crew members survived.
The Lawrence area shows little activity for Fourth of July observance. No prominent planners are listed, with only a few Sunday schools set to organize child activities. Salvation Army and Warren Street Baptist Church are among those in the field, while other plans remain uncertain.
A Athens official signals reform momentum as Greece faces pressure from factions. The statement cites ongoing negotiations and a push for stability amid ambiguous calls for change in the royal and political landscape.
Here to Hire reports candidate notices and a university context with Teachers Vooidenyt Maidan Stangey of Mijonde University in Wichita. It notes a city school superintendent position and a local event at Kev Shatton Olinger’s home. Also mentions Mrs Ralph Beal visiting Endora and Ellpowwn move to University Heights.
Byrd has begun a combined house and grocery building on the north side of street, about a half block east of Seen The, with a 30 by feet plan and basement. The first floor will house Byrd and family quarters, while the second floor will be converted to a neat market. The basement is complete and the entire structure should be ready by the end of August. The building mixes brick and frame materials.
Neighborhood records recount Willie Cooper hosting Charles Brewfort visit on Sunday afternoon and Leonid Cowles. many locals joined Arthur Weeks surprise birthday party at his home with about 35 attendees. The piece lists numerous families visiting, dinners, Children’s Day exercises, and various neighborly visits across Sibley with reflections on community hospitality and small-town life.
Fairview held a community gathering with school events and church-like programs. Residents and families participated, including Mise Reed and Mound school members, while others visited neighbors and attended local suppers and dinners. The event featured a summer festival with youths and seniors sharing in peaceful activities.
Mariel Peters returns home lone Wolseyville with sister in frail health. Hilda and Eda Koehler dine with family on Sun day. Cooper family visits Syndsay. Mrs Carnes calls at McGull’s Sunday eve. Liliats spent week end at Bohiwin. Lielen Howard an eighth grader, slated for commencement exercises next Saturday.
A reader notes that the full Welsh village name Lianfairpwilgwingul ugerth trecbwilygerthwiryinympliyg o gerthwyllygogrilantosulgogogock is printed by the Companion as the true name. The writer expresses doubt about the claim.
The Women's Circle of the Baptist church meets Thursday June 3 at the church with Mrs. WL Simons leading devotion. The program features Mrs. Thomas Tods and Mrs. Prentives among others and discusses social loan references and local charity efforts.
Miss Mildred Qazelrigye attends law event with Lawrence week activities. Residents travel to Kansas City for bishop visits and related social duties as several local figures, including Mrs Walter, Mrs Nedlie Mexers, and Misses Caldwell and McKernan, conduct courthouse and community business amid travel and family engagements.
Hundreds of Kansans share letters praising Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for stomach and digestive relief. Claims include improved appetite sleep and energy after short courses. Ad touts permanent results with guaranteed money back if unsatisfied.
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