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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 13, 1916
Page
4
Local notice urges residents of Lawrence to vote early tomorrow to support improved water services. Campaign emphasizes infrastructure upgrades, reliability, and long term cost savings for the city.
A writer in the Atlantic Monthly notes a recent address given in town by what he calls the quieter of our ex presidents, inviting speculation on identity and context. The piece reflects contemporary view of former leaders and their public reception.
Verdun operations maintain strategic urgency but domestic papers will resist frontpage coverage until Fred Funston approves any cross border reports. The comment implies press space is constrained by military censorship and editorial choices.
The notice urges every qualified voter in Lawrence to cast a vote tomorrow on a water service improvement. It stresses the importance of participation to secure needed upgrades without detailing candidates or additional issues.
The regular war correspondents expect strong, vivid dispatches from the front as censorship prevents details from leaking. The public anticipates two gripping wood stories or vivid battlefield vignettes despite the restrictions.
Elm tree moths reportedly broke through the sticky trap setup, prompting concerns over a possible infestation. Local officials urge homeowners to monitor trees and report any increases in moth activity to forestry authorities for assessment and control measures.
The Anti-Tuberculosis Society warns that consumption claims a life every three minutes in the United States. It urges cold care after illness and endorses Scott's Emulsion to boost blood quality, circulation, and lung strength, noting the product is alcohol free and easy to take. Scott & Bowne, Bloomfield, N J. 15-23
Blockades were erected to protect elm trees in Lawrence as the preservation project continues. The goal is to maintain the city’s fine elm trees despite weathering disease and age, with officials optimistic about success and long term viability.
A clipped remark suggests the idea that the upper portion of Mexico could be bought for 500 million dollars, but criticizes its authors for not showing how much it would cost to keep that region under control or "stay home." The comment underscores skepticism about feasibility and costs.
A newspaper sample notes the United States undergoing its first true military censorship, mirroring European practice. Readers wake to restricted information about border troop actions, signaling what may become a regular effect of wartime reporting.
Political observers say Dave Mulvane needs Second district backing to become Kansas national committeeman. If the pattern holds, Douglas county Republicans favoring Mulvane may be outpaced as the Second district convention in Ottawa seeks a strong anti Mulvane record.
Dispatches describe Roosevelt as a mighty feeder on his latest voyage to the West Indies. The press calls it a gastric triumph, noting the Colonel’s pongee shirt among foreign officials’ dress. Critics recall Taft’s past worries about excess eating.
The pacifists faced a critique of regular army inefficiency due to small numbers. Once a decision to cross the border against Villa was made, immediate crossing could have boosted expedition success and shortened completion time. Border troops could not join the main column for fear of undefended towns. Valuable days passed while reinforcements arrived as Villa withdrew from the border.
The text argues pacifists keep the army weak, increasing the danger of a break with the Carranza government in Mexico and potential U.S. intervention. It frames militarism as a local fear amplified by antiwar sentiment and suggests the need for a stronger force to deter foreign action.
Resolutions adopted by the Republican county convention this afternoon show a revival of old Republican spirit or perhaps a decadence. The Douglas County Republicans state their position on issues the country is considering and aim to appeal to thoughtful voters.
The article notes Russians and British success and London's assurance Egypt faces no danger. It highlights the near failure of entente forces to execute plans against Turkey, but suggests a forthcoming “nutcracker” move on Turkey's eastern border could outperform Verdim’s German effort to date.
Miss Mary E Byrd of Livi near the university continues astronomy studies attracting scholars worldwide. She authored astronomical works and runs a correspondence class with students across many states. Even during the great war interest persists, as shown by orders from Russia Romania for her recent First Observations in Astronomy.
A speaker argues that education cannot be poured into a person at college and must be innate. He compares education to polishing a stone or a turnip, noting that some educated appearing people lack true learning while others with no schooling surpass them. He cites an old maxim attributed to an old philosopher about silk purses and sow’s ears.
A Kansas City banker states land value rises from 10 to 25 dollars more on a stock road than a dirt road noting road quality affects farm selling value and production capacity. State Highway Engineer Gearhart recalls earlier skepticism, now families seek road investment as finance drives road-building importance.
Two years since the war began in Europe and its impact on world literature is evident. Writers search for faults in the world and remedies while many new books tackle war topics directly or indirectly. Preparedness emerges as a major current in American discourse.
A health note claims excess hydrochloric acid causes indigestion and food fermentation. It recommends Tad Salts, four ounces in water before breakfast for a week, to neutralize acidity and improve digestion, asserting many users report relief and improved digestion.
The Emporia Gazette notes 1915 saw a surge of war related titles in U S magazines with ten of thirty two new books in one Independent list and twenty war books in another. The shift reduced works on other subjects and overall American literary output declined from about 12 000 new books in 1914 to 9 700 in 1915.
New York March 1 The Bell Telephone Company reports gross earnings up by 73.9 million last year and notes the system now connects 1,151,221 telephones. President Vail’s annual report highlights defense related engineering work with army and navy collaboration to outpace other nations in national defense communications.
C E Orelup MD Exe Ear Nose and Throat advertises special attention to tonsils and adenoids. All class work strictly guaranteed. Dick Elde Bell phone 1700 successor to Dr Hamman. For pure ice cream and fruit ices call Wiedemann’s phone 182.
Several notices announce candidacies for sheriff in various counties, all subject to Republican primaries. Names include C. M. Tetstuer, Charles Purel, and others. announcements reference Donvikis and Yormas counties and indicate primaries will determine party nominees.
County officials announce candidacies subject to party primaries. John J. Riling seeks County Attorney in Douglas County Kansas. De Stewart announces candidacy for Commissioner of Finance. Fe T. Carter and B. M. Gregory also file for Clerk of District Court and Commissioner of Finance respectively, subject to August primaries.
Geo C Brine, county clerk, runs for nomination in the Republican primaries. The campaign focuses on county administration and voter trust as he seeks renomination.
A wholesome tale by Eleanor H Porter about six girls from Saint Ridge New Hampshire and a Texas visitor Genevieve Hartley. The Texas girl's father funds a summer at Six Star Ranch where the girls share adventures and caring moments, with Genevieve as visiting guest. Published by The Page Co Boston with illustrations.
The article surveys The Girl from the Big Horn Country by Mary Ellen Chase and The Side of the Angelsky Basil King plus The Gray Dawn by Stewart Edward White. It notes settings from Wyoming and California, mentions Page and Co publishers, illustrations by Elizabeth Shippen Greens and Thomas Fogarty, and highlights themes of romance, ambition, and moral growth with strong character ensembles.
The preliminary hearing for Lothy Adair and Roy Parks was continued to tomorrow at 2 PM. They face burglary charges after being arrested with brass fittings from the brick plant boiler rooms.
A reflective remark notes that some individuals hinder progress by constantly switching vehicles on the path to achievement, implying repeated changes prevent reaching the goal.
Professor Goldwin Goldsmith of the University of Kansas architecture department argues against hasty permanent improvements. He calls for a landscape architect to study topography and draft a long term plan for campus layout, balancing building placement and future needs, suggesting ivy planting over walls rather than costly paving now.
Members of the W R C are requested to meet at Go A Hall Tuesday morning to attend the funeral service for Mrs Emily Thornton, held at Funk's Undertaking Parlors at 10 o'clock. By order the President.
Local ad notes Sassafras Tea as a fresh spring tonic from Dick Bros leading druggists. Also offers baby pictures at five dollars a dozen from Squires Studio, suggesting affordable portrait options for families this season.
Marriage licenses were issued Saturday by Judge Lindley to Charles Pennell and Beatrice Mayberry of Lawrence, and James Forsythe and Estelle Shirk. The ceremony joined the couples in wedlock.
A fragmented reminiscence notes how forty years ago hats shoes and clothes were simple, while modern requirements have grown complex with style quality service and many essentials shaping buying decisions. Retailers strive to please and inform customers in daily practice.
The Kansas inspector reports Lawrence should be rated no better than fourth class for fire protection. Upgrading the plant would lift insurance costs by about five percent, potentially $3000 annually, but the city plans improvements and possibly purchasing the plant to secure proper water and fire protection. Miss Marie Kluss and Miss Edna Kluss returned home to Noria after visiting friends here.
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