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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 10, 1919
Page
6
State farm grain data show oats at about 000 bushels with 15,022,000 indicating 1918 to 1920 levels, but below last year. Oat shipments were 6 percent of crop, barley holdings around 1,510,000 bushels or 25 percent of 1918 production, with distribution concerns and seeding risks noted.
A crowded social update lists numerous neighbors moving homes and visiting kin. It mentions Mrs. Davis's stay in Lawrence, Wingfield family movements near Baives, and various gatherings at the Ott, Brown, and Shirek households. Several illnesses and the influenza scare are noted, with one death and multiple family updates across the area in late winter.
A string of neighborhood visits and health updates fill the week note from MeLouth and surrounding farms. Residents Mr. and Mrs. James Chire hosted guests, Edens family at home for years, and many friends plan to reunite after illness. Clyde Balens and others stopped by, while John and Kari Champion and Miss Florence Methres feature among those mentioned. Local farms report fencing work, hog shipments to Kansas, and routine social gatherings amid health concerns as spring unfolds.
A newspaper advertisement extols Jad Salts to treat aching kidneys and bladder disorders. It claims the grape and lemon acid mix with lithia flushes kidneys, neutralizes urine acids, and prevents complications. The ad notes a local druggist sells Jad Salts widely for kidney health.
Mr Pave Eemends was a visitor Friday with many folks in the neighborhood. A late evening event ended quietly. Lawrence Taxicab Co. at 7068 Mass. offers day and night calls, car storage, repair, and wash services. prompt responses noted.
The St Louis critics hailed Prof Carl Preyer associate dean at the University of Kansas for piano and organ pieces. They praised his development and ornamentation, calling him a past master with a standout encore Dialogue at the Odeon. A separate line guarantees 18 months on a new battery from Tire and Electric Service Co.
Lieutenant KF G Weiken of the 856th Infantry writes to J R Wood about his son Everett, an orderly who died near the Meuse. Everett shared scarce comforts, helped comrades with tobacco and chocolates, and risked much for his company. The letter, corroborated by Lt Griesa, recounts Everett’s bravery and sacrifice.
The University Y M C A board adds to its staff, enlarging secretarial positions to three full time roles from one. Edwin F. Price, a college senior, was announced as part of the expansion.
A cabinet figure who has served the YMCA for two years has been appointed assistant secretary and will start duties on April 1. The other member of the secretarial bureau has not yet been chosen.
Washington reports vacancies filled by the Republican committee on committees. Selected are Wason of New Hampshire Kreider of Pennsylvania Johnson of South Dakota and Schall of Minnesota. Holdover members include Campbell of Kansas Snell of New York Rodenburg Hingis and Fes of Ohio.
The Fourth Regiment Kansas National Guard unit in town will receive full equipment including machine guns and uniforms. Major J Dunkel announced shipments from Topeka, with gear arriving by next week and uniforms expected after hats return. Regular drill details and forthcoming issued arms noted.
London dispatch reports the Prince of Monaco calling the former German Emperor the first and responsible author of the war. He asserts the emperor absolutely wished for war and conducted it with ruthlessness and barbarity. Paris correspondent notes the interview and recalls the Prince’s remarks.
An old advertisement touts Wizard Oil as an antiseptic preventive during influenza epidemics. It recommends nasal and throat use, or gargling, with one part Wizard Oil to two parts water, plus an atomizer. Chest colds and sore throats are claimed to respond. Also promotes Wizard Liver Whips as a pink pill remedy.
Monaco, once a personal friend of Emperor Willzan, had a severed relation after a telegraphic message in September. In New York on March 10, Mayor Hylan and Police Commissioner Enright warned the planned German opera season could cause disorder, leading the Lexington Theater management to cancel tonight’s opening performance.
The Robert home at Thirteenth and Massachusetts streets in Lawrence was sold today to J. J. Simmons for $20,000. J. D. Kennard acted as selling agent. General Roberts, who came to Lawrence in 1869, built the house twenty four years ago and plans to move to California. He served in the Civil War with Sheridan’s cavalry and later held state office as adjutant-general.
Albright files suit against the county commissioners for unpaid cattle valued at 1000 dollars, allege livestock sanitary orders killed cattle on January 31 and January 24. He seeks the stock value plus interest from March 3, citing Marion township residence.
About 300 disciplined prisoners have been moved from Fort Leavenworth disciplinary barracks to cantonments south of the post. The relocation, ordered by Col Seilonvick Rice, frees space in the barracks and places the battalion in quarters formerly used by the signal corps. The move aims to relieve congestion at the barracks.
Major General Leonard Wood issues his valedictory as he leaves Camp Funston to command the Central Division with headquarters at Chicago. He lauds the soldierly spirit of officers and men, praises seven war work organizations, and commends civilian communities for their cooperation in rapid troop training and preparedness for war.
An old advertisement touts Dr Edwards Olive Tablets as a safe substitute for calomel that cleanses the blood bowels and liver. It promises a clear skin and relief from a dark tongue bad breath torpid liver and bad disposition without sickness or irritation.
University hopes to grant credit to returning service members across branches. Dean Olin Templin said details are not yet set and may take three to four weeks to finalize. He emphasized a fair and liberal approach and cautioned that a definite announcement will come later.
A full house at Bowersock Theater viewed the four reel photoplay Fit to Fight. The Douglas County Medical Society sponsored the showing to highlight the dangers of social disease and its impact on returning enlisted men. Dean I Kelly of the University of Oklahoma spoke in Enid on curriculum standards and teacher training, leading three talks and two roundtables.
Reports circulating today indicate peace negotiations may begin at Versailles around March 20. Count von Berchtold-Rantzau, the German foreign minister, is arranging for a select group of prominent businessmen to accompany the German delegation.
Miss Mary Anderson and Mike Rose Schneiderman sail for Paris as official representatives of the National Women’s Trade Union League. They carry a letter of approval from President Wilson. Anderson, assistant chief of the woman’s bureau, Department of Labor, served seven years with the league. Schneiderman is president of the New York City chapter of the league.
An aged advertisement touts a familiar elixir under headlines urging readers to act against cold symptoms. It claims the remedy prevents coughing and fever from developing and has been used across generations by men women and children for relief. Bottles offered in generous sizes priced at 0c and 1.20.
An advertisement touts King’s New Life Pills as easing constipation and improving digestion and skin. It claims mild but reliable action, clear thinking, and a healthy morning start, priced at 25 cents at drug stores. It notes “missioners” as experts and hints at possible departure on March 17 or 19.
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