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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 29, 1918
Page
2
A paraphrase presents a view of Job 42 37 24 praising eased trials by God. It claims the Almighty wounds and heals, promises deliverance from famine and war, protection from the tongue and beasts, and a peaceful habitation for the righteous in return for obedience.
The writer of a today’s communication has guessed wrong in at least one point, triggering a stir among the guardsmen and the editorial circle. The piece reveals a misstep that provoked strong reaction and debate.
The Journal-World acknowledges past criticisms of its editorials on enlistment for the National Guard. It argues the editorials aided recruiting during a critical period as Lawrence formed two National Guard companies. The piece notes editors’ discomfort over harsh criticism while defending the necessity of firm stances in public notices.
The article argues that victory will require a broad mobilization of production across food, aircraft, arms, and ships. It stresses practical, nonheroic contributions and the collective effort of those involved in producing these essentials.
Fragmentary OCR notes describe heat wave conditions and a missing ice man. The text signals widespread weariness and the public’s reliance on ice delivery during hot weather.
The passage recounts a humorous scene of boasting about a fine field in a yard, followed by an embarrassing discovery that no potatoes were found. The narrator recalls the earlier claim and the failed harvest experience from yesterday.
The author argues against impatience with Russia and warns against forcing American political methods on them. History shows movements toward democracy evolve at different speeds, and Russia will develop a free government in its own time, separate from U.S. influence.
The Basche Review argues that open enemies at war are rightful targets but secret enemies among us must face swift penalties. Spying dynamiting and sabotage are crimes aiding the enemy and warrant death in war time, with advocates of leniency equally culpable.
Basche Review contemplates American role in World War I and the pride of emancipation of the world from the sword. It argues citizens will measure joy by participation in arming and aiding liberty, saving allies, and earning gratitude of rescued peoples. The piece links national pride to action and principle.
A reader laments editorials in the Daily Journal World Camou that seem detached from wartime reality. The writer argues editors should serve in the fighting lines if they advocate total mobilization and questions why the author remains home while others fight.
P. L. Wilson declares intent to join National Service and go to France as a volunteer. He questions critics of those who have not joined the National Guards, arguing true patriots act, not merely speak, and that service will prove supporters' claims.
A playful scene unfolds on Missetts Street as a young bull terrier with a crooked tail enjoys a water wagon bath. The dog slips from the curb, gets sprayed, drinks the water, and races down Massachusetts Street while onlookers laugh and cheer. Some note the value of a business college course beginning July.
Miss Margaret Mikins of the local Red Cross chapter announces a slogan drive and a shift to a fixed allotment system for knitting work. The Douglas County chapter received its three month quota and the county plan allocates 60 shirts, 180 aprons, 60 slippers, 60 pajamas, 360 helmets, 436 socks, 768 sweaters, and 100 kits to Baldwin, Lecompton, Black Jack, Lawrence and their auxiliaries.
War impact reduces male enrollment at Lawrence Business College to under three percent. President W H Quakenbush says most students pursue war emergency prep or civil service preparation. Banks seek women assistants as former male staff join military efforts leaving classrooms filled with female students studying arithmetic, shorthand, typing, and bookkeeping.
Prices rise due to higher costs for ice labor cream sugar and flavorings. Kaw Valley Creamery announces July 1 1918 price increases for vanilla and chocolate ice cream with continued emphasis on value despite the hike.
The Norwegian vessel Maade with the expedition led by Roald Amundsen departed Christiania for the pole. Amundsen planned to board the ship at Tromsoe after receiving two messages from President Ikon extending best wishes.
The Indiana statewide prohibition law was upheld by the supreme court today in Indianapolis. The decision was four to one with Judge John W. Spencer of Evansville dissenting.
Mrs. W L Ewing invites residents to Brown's Grove on the Wakarusa near its junction with the Kaw for a July Fourth picnic hosted by the Mobdlem Woodmen and Royal Neigh. Bring lunches and family for a day of celebration of freedom and a pledge to the flag.
Many women find the Lawrence Business College course a valuable anchor to windward. A knowledge of shorthand and typewriting is a useful asset for self support in difficult times.
The Red Cross chapter will stop manufacturing from worn or old materials and switch to new fabrics. All current stock will be handed to the Social Service League and no old materials will be accepted again.
At a Lawrence gathering, J. D. Bowersock presented Tom Sweeney with a token of appreciation in a fitful speech praising steady daily citizenship. The note urged continued dedication to bettering Lawrence and its people as Sweeney approaches his 40th birthday.
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