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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 30, 1916
Page
4
A garbled historical newspaper snippet includes an address 225 Fifth Avenue, mentions Western Union, and cites June 90 1406. It references Jce Geo and various disjointed phrases about patriots, pamssiums, and a possible memorial or election context with unclear names and dates.
A described move places trained officers in key border positions. The decision reflects confidence in readiness and organizational support, with pairing efforts cited as enabling the deployment and ongoing security operations.
The piece critiques the taunting service terms and cites a supposed crisis to spur approval. It notes Carranza troupe releases and describes reporters seeking guidance from superiors. It highlights enlistment interest and patriotic duty as units prepare for border service.
The piece contrasts American and Mexican views on the Rio Grande crisis, noting editorial fears of brutal crime and public fright. It warns against forced hysteria fueling war and imagines dire consequences if border tensions escalate, urging calmer, rational handling by leaders and the press.
Eudora News highlights a nonpartisan plan to elect two representatives from Douglas County. Otto Gufler of Eudora and Erving Hill, both described as not in politics, are chosen for the 11th and 12th districts respectively. Lawrence leaders urged their candidacy to serve the University, the county, and the state without personal ambitions.
Twenty five years ago notes from Lawrence Baily recount curbing on Pinckney Street and a city clerk’s wartime teeth. A sermon by Billy Sunday on Infidelity runs through balanced social critique praising Christianity’s hospitals schools and churches. Short items note departures to Buffalo and Kansas City, concert plans and a card of thanks from local families.
Mrs James A Ries and daughter sue to visit Mrs W E Kennedy amid a flurry of small town social notices. A string of residents travel and visit relatives in Lawrence Kansas City and Chicago while others plan summer trips to Joplin and Beloit. Community events include Sunday School attendance, Farmers Union meeting, and local farm labor at the Schutz and White households showing typical rural life activity.
Dated ad copy advises overweight readers to use Korein capsules from Corner Drug Company as a safe, non-starvation method. It promises weight loss after days, with weekly weigh-ins and notes about improved energy and digestion. Contains marketing language and no medical endorsements.
The wheat harvest is underway at county farm south of town under Superintendent Tesse Pieratt. Edward Haring aged 76 and Peter Roline aged 75 are in poor health while George Advers aged 42 is described as in his usual heart condition. Mrs Stevenson shows improvement and sat up for the first time in a week. A note mentions Wiedemann's Wheat Malted Milk.
W S Shaw Colonel Bradley and W J Mays visited Kansas City yesterday then spent the day there. Miss Beth Kanaga returned today from a short visit in Kansas City. Dr Cremp offers eye ear nose throat services and guaranteed glass work. Bergren returned home to Lindsburg Kansas after visiting Mr and Mrs R Ez Project in Lawrence. Busy Bee advertises raspberry limeade made from pure fruit. Magazines Cards and more at Headquarters for Magazines Carrolls.
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