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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 18, 1917
Page
2
Partial quotes reference Emmis Goldman in New York SF work against enlistments and discuss Greek politics with Venizelos as orchestra leader. The piece mentions U S aims for a square deal for China and a Stockholm socialist conference demand that Entente allies cover war costs, reflecting broad wartime sentiment.
A nephew of the can leader in France enlisted as a private in the regular army at Chi Saturday with sixty nine of his unit. The fragment notes the family’s wartime connection and ongoing military service.
University of Chicago students discuss Russia Germany and America in WWI context. Reports claim Sweden peace talks discredited and US arms buildup continues. Russia’s role unclear, Red Cross drives in Douglas County urge funding to aid soldiers and sustain the war effort.
A wartime note from Ft. Riley describes training hardships and camaraderie among soldiers including Jim Hare, a war correspondent, praising the troops’ resolve. The piece reflects civilian appeals to support bloodline charity through donations, nursing, and public fundraising represented by Red Cross volunteers.
The Emporia Gazette notes Roosevelt's decisive eye in military promotions, saying T R scored again and boosted Pershing to captain, then helped place Black Jack Pershing as leader of the American contingent in France, highlighting enduring judgment.
A fragment rich in satirical quips about taxes conscription and court life. It notes Pershing pronunciation woes and mock praise for officials, alongside notices about a summer sing on university steps, coal for winter, and a Knights meeting.
Crop prospects in nearly all Kansas regions are favorable. Beyond raising troops, the state must also boost food production for soldiers at home and abroad. Governor Capper and the state council of defense spearhead a drive to expand farming with strong prospects for success.
A June 16 1917 Journal World commentary lauds newspapers as the town’s civic mainspring and public good. It notes editors face criticism while urging appreciation for press influence on war effort and local welfare. A second item cites Kansas State College entomology guidance on rose pests and spraying methods.
A fragmentary OCR text references a soda water and distilled water mix and mentions applying a solution to wet surfaces. It appears as a stray line from an old newspaper item with unclear context and garbled terms. No identifiable event or entities are clearly stated.
Kansas women organize a Military Sisterhood to help soldiers families. Topeka hosts initial meeting chaired by Mrs. C J Martin wife of Adjutant General C L Martin. Branches will form in Laestri towns and cities as the group campaigns for not less than 0,000 in state donations.
The Red Cross directorate led by Mrs Bellen Kearney plans a Kansas City return after a talk in the Christian and Potagnica church. President Wilson praised charitable work as the nation weighs in on European conflict.
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