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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Mar 27, 1917

Page

3

Hupp Automatic Reorganizes Amid Contested Management

Lawrence stockholders hold about 130000 dollars in Hupp Automatic Mail Exchange. New directors and officers were elected in Washington and Chicago after federal charges of defrauding involve former leaders. The reorganization aims for economical management and reliable postal service with Chicago Alton backing. Germany’s submarine war hurts Dutch fishing as ships shun sea passage.

Lawrence Hupp Automatic Mail Exchange Albert Hupp Gro Washington Chicawe Ge le Riseford Denison Vossas Higgs Chieurm WB. Hoste Ruineusity Rey Mtl Boynton Tes Chicago St. Lois Yrostal Dlevico Chicago & Alton Railroad Packfont Western Smith Lave Lis Sty

To Systematize Promotions Union Names Churchill War Office Chair

Winston Churchill has been chosen as chairman of a War Office Committee tasked with systematizing officer promotions in both the newer and older British armies. The move aims to bring order to promotion practices across forces.

Winston Churchill The Admiralty War Office

Chamber of Commerce weighs new school site and lights

The Chamber of Commerce discussed placing new lights on the Kansas River bridge replacing damaged ones and forming a committee to visit seniors. They postponed action pending the rad commission appointment and considered city improvements including a hay market with shelter for overnight stays.

Chamber of Commerce Kine Ase A. D. Weaver Chamber of Commere H Jel Blubinson Hee Topeka Kansas City Rad Commission J. J. Barnes Mr. Battreull

Methodist Episcopal Church expands districts in Kansas

In Topeka on March 27 the cabinet of the Methodist Episcopal Church conference of Kansas announced a major reorganization. More than 200 changes in appointments were made and the state redistricted, eliminating the Clay Center and Ottawa districts. The state now has fewer districts with new assignments for several superintendents, including Powell of Baldwin who was sent to Kansas City Kansas.

Bowell Bald Kansas City Topeka Methodist Biscopal Churcs Conference of Clay Center Ottawa I . Rey Bom Powell Baldwin Kansas City Kans

Scott's Emulsion Backed by Four Decades of Use

A historical advertisement extols Scott's Emulsion as a remedy for rundown children with thin blood and poor nourishment. It claims liquid nutrition promotes growth, improves blood quality, and pleads readers to trust Scott's Emulsion for healthy development.

Scott's Scott’s Bowne Nooxsfield Ned

Burglary scare at Pi Phi house ends with intruder escape

A man entered a Pi Phi sorority house Sunday night, was discovered by Miss Mlengi Proudfit in a room with Miss Florence Darby and Miss Margaretta Stevenson. He hid in a closet, then fled out a fire escape window when lights were asked on. The alarm likely frightened him away as residents pursued him. The incident alarmed residents and the house mother.

Pi Phi Mlengi Proudfit Miss Proudfit Florence Darby Margaretta Stevenson Miss Prowdlit

Choral Union Meeting Rehearsal Tonight at Fraser Hall

The Lawrence Choral Union will hold a full rehearsal this evening at Fraser Hall. The chorus soloists and the orchestra will perform about Daventy pieces including harp piano and organ. All chorus members are urged to be prompt at the start.

Patriotic Meeting Planned in Lawrence Under City Call

Mayor Frangikea orders a patriotic meeting at City Hall tomorrow evening to lay groundwork for a high patriotic event in Lawrence. The local Red Cross unit and interested residents will gather tonight to organize and prepare for any work needed should the event proceed.

Red Cross Will Hall Frangikea Lawrence Tomorow

Relief Effort Aims to Aid Peiping Jinrikisha Men

Madam Wi Ting fang spearheads an international relief drive in Peiping to shelter jinrikisha men, supply winter stoves, and serve tea year round as the city of two million struggles with a high winter death rate among workers. Separate notes report cocaine habit not growing among London troops, and Tang Jixing orders government control of Tungchuan copper mines to boost China’s wartime output.

Peking Wi Tingfang Yeking Relief Society Lenton, Mar Lonslon Tg Yunnanfu Yunnan Province China Tang Ministry of Agriculture, and Commerce Tungchuan

Children Health Advice From Mothers To Endure Ills

A vintage guidance piece urges mothers to value their children’s comfort, promising relief from repeated colds, digestive issues, and teething pains with a trusted remedy. The tone reflects early 20th century domestic advice and brand mentions.

Teaching Journalists: A Guide for Newsroom Practice

A concise guide outlining core duties for newsroom professionals. Emphasizes accuracy, fairness, sourcing, and ethical standards. Highlights practical steps for reporting, verification, and responsible storytelling in daily journalism.

LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE Ad Attracts Attention

An old advertisement touts LAXATIVE BROMO QUININE with claims to cure grip in two days and a 25 cent price. The box supposedly bears the signature of E. W. Grove. The terse copy evokes a historical consumer product pitch.

Colin E. W. Grove

SOCIETY VERSUS ATHLETICS AT OHIO STATE CAPTAIN SAYS

Ohio State track captain Robert Nevin warns social life harms athletics. He advocates limiting late parties to keep athletes in peak condition and protect the program’s future in the Western Conference. He also calls for a better gymnasium to attract top talent and boost both track and football success.

The Inc Ohio Columbus, O Robert B. ‘Nevin Ohio State University Nevin Aie Ohio State Ohio Stat

Mirage Collision Fear on Western Front Flight

A British Flying Corps officer recounts a near collision over the German lines. While on patrol with five machines over the Fines, another plane appeared from clouds at close range. He dived to avoid impact as both aircraft seemed to collide in the air, delivering a nightmare experience without an actual crash. He later realized he was flying too low and barely escaped.

London Ile Biff Dean

Leadership Myth Talk At High School Boys Club

University speaker Vreeman Hayinghurst will address the High School Boys Club tonight on leadership myth. The meeting starts at six with supper to follow.

Vreeman Hayinghurst University

Dutch Trade Suffered as War Rages Across Europe

A report outlines how Holland's commerce is crippled by British and German controls. Imports from America face delays, while Dutch exports to neutral and belligerent regions are restricted. Rubber goods, lubricants, and petroleum movements are hampered, factories idle, and fields short due to fertilizer and forage bans.

America Hi Ailand Yoversea Ieee Ee Seton Hiitente Holland Teutonic Great Britain Germany South America

Postal Savings Campaign Aims at Foreign Born

Government postal savings drive targets immigrants especially Mexicans. A translated circular explains enhanced deposits up to $1000 per depositor and urges savers to keep funds in U S banks rather than remit abroad. New officers begin duty March 31 with patriotic talks on discipline and self sacrifice.

Lawrence Uhele Sam Mexico Post, Office Department Postal

Dublin Heroine Receives Medal in Buckingham Palace

Miss Louise Nolan, praised for bravery during Easter Monday fighting in Dublin, dragged wounded soldiers to safety and fetched brandy amid gunfire. Buckingham Palace honored her with a medal, as she recalled the journey from Dublin to the palace and meeting the king.

Dublin London Associated Press Buckingham’ Palace Louise Nalon Buckingham Palace

Wilson to Jefferson City: Fmaz is trying

Incomprehensible OCR fragment shows fragmented text mentioning Wilson, Jefferson City, and an unclear action. No coherent event or entities to summarize beyond location and vague intent.

Wilson Jefferson City Fmaz

Army Oath Ceremony Marks First of Its Kind

A new oath ceremony at the army barracks united officers and recruits in a national display. The reading, flag salutes, and disciplined parade underscored allegiance as regiments welcomed fresh recruits during the daily morning routine.

Mir Uiform Woathy

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