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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1913
Page
4
A garbled excerpt discusses Kansas politics and history, mentioning a post office in Law Tence Kansas as second class, debates over water plant ownership, the need for public ownership, and electing Bond as mayor. It also references cancer as a state goal, tariff woes, and President Wilson’s administration challenges amid voter expectations.
A Kansas City doctor remarks on daring medical experiments using unconventional materials like Vite Ginger to alter appearances, noting doctors now perform nearly every procedure. He claims medical progress surpasses past breakthroughs, second only to electricity’s advance.
A garbled passage questions Republican loyalty after multiple elections. It reads as a inquiry about why the party supports certain fellows while seeming to abandon others, implying deteriorating cohesion and concern over shifting endorsements.
The text reflects relief after a tough two weeks with no injuries, noting a public mood that masks strain. It anticipates spring arriving faster than expected and hints at renewed confidence among people.
State Superintendent Ross charges the last legislatures harmed state schools while Democrats respond the accusation rests on poor English. Yet people acknowledge the point he makes.
The last government in Ray Fence will be elected Tuesday with F B Bond a mayoral candidate. Bond is a substantial city citizen and should win a strong majority. A Bond vote is a vote for progressive city government.
Fragmentary report notes socialists alleging martyrdom for J A Way and others after Wayland died, with early ugly rumors referenced but later clarified as public. The text remains unclear and fragmented about full events and names.
Professor Frederick Stimpson of Harvard argues in a pamphlet that many reforms promoted by progressives are revivals and impractical. He notes revivals have circulated for centuries and only recently been formalized, citing the Populist party as a forerunner rather than a savior.
A North Carolina case highlights the need for compulsory birth registrations and complete death records. The text notes scant county data in Douglas and missing death certificates outside towns, calling for a universal register of every birth and death despite unreliable tombstones.
Speakers at the Progressive Conference in this city urged principle over party and vowed not to support any party lacking core beliefs. Cruse praised President Wilson, whose progressive stance drew hopeful comments. The Progressives will back him if he maintains the right thunder, insisting government requires popular adherence beyond party dictates.
The writer argues disaster reveals brotherhood and love that exists year round but is smothered. They question why kindness should flare only during calamity and urge constant, thoughtful, and kind treatment of others to improve the world.
The Omaha storm has vindicated the cellar as a shelter. The piece recalls past days when people used the cellar during floods and storms, noting how children huddled in corners as clouds loomed overhead. Public perception of cellar use is shifting back toward practicality and necessity.
A passage argues that censorship of moving picture shows serves as a hidden tax, increasing admission prices. The piece contends the censorship is a subterfuge and burdens the public, who rely on cinema as popular entertainment, calling the overhead costs excessive.
UNCLE WALT the Poet laments lingering winter as the backbone of winter grows busy again. He uses humorous images of snow and sickness to critique the season, noting robin sightings and spring jokes while warning of false early warmth.
The text notes general unease in Europe as tensions rise near potential eruptions. It mentions nations readying ships to catch rats in danger zones and cautions that a major blast could redraw the eastern map, with Germany France Poland Russia and Austria all cited in territorial disputes.
A New Orleans physician credits Dr Rudolf Matas with a novel neuralgia cure using an injection of alcohol into the base of the skull. The article emphasizes the severe pain and lack of sympathy for sufferers, noting the disease can paralyze and torment individuals.
The passage reflects on famed hands from Ellen Terry to Henry Irving and Mark Twain, praising their strength, kindness, and humor. It argues that grasping many kindly hands makes the speaker an optimist and urges millions of steady hands to aid the fallen and uphold the nation.
In a Rosy as a Girl Summit report from North Carolina a letter from J M Church cites his wife’s 12 year battle with chronic ailments. After doctors failed, she used Cardui and quickly gained weight and color, described as rosy as a schoolgirl, promoting Cardui as an effective tonic for women.
A. AV. Ayer of Douglas County signed a contract with Tnee Nursery Co. of Lawrence to propagate three pear varieties named Ayor Estella and Inve. Originated from seed six miles south of town the pears show distinct merits and the Ayer pear received government endorsement in the 3911 Year Book. Other varieties are undeveloped and unnamed.
Mrs Gibb suffered burns to her face and neck when lighting a furnace gas at 1045 Indiana Street. The gas had been extinguished and a flash ignited her clothing, singeing hair and eyelashes. Fire was quickly extinguished. injuries not believed to be serious.
Washington notes that the American Financial Syndicate is prepared to provide China a short term loan around five million with a later option for a long term loan up to one hundred million or more as needed. The Syndicate seeks assurance that the U.S. government will not participate in negotiations.
A Texas Wonder claims to cure kidneys and bladder troubles including gravel diabetes rheumatism and irregularities in men and women and bladder issues in children. Sold by druggists with mailing option for $1.00 sent from Dr E W Hall St Louis Missouri. One small bottle allegedly lasts two months and often completes a cure. Kansas testimonials available.
Independence Tribung accuses The Journal-World of aiding Democratic victory by backing Republican nominees in Kansas. It argues the paper supported fair nominations, while many Republicans chose standout candidates and some voted Democrat, asserting progressives cannot share the blame.
Helen Keller, the blind author and lecturer, speaks Sunday night in New York about reading character in the grip of a hand. She says she can perceive much through touch and ear, claiming she grows intolerant of spoken and seen things.
The Columbus flood left sixty bodies recovered as swollen Scioto river receded. Temporary morgues on the east bank and a fire engine house hilltop housed about forty bodies, with electric power cut and candles used by undertakers. Authorities fear many victims remain missing and may be found in river drifts or circles of Circleville.
Authorities report most residents along the riverbanks evacuated or buried in rapidly forming drifts. Renkert predicts the rescue threshold could reach two hundred as efforts proceed through darkness to reach stranded blocks. A maternity hospital has opened for survivors with newborns moved to nets and boats, while upper floors house remaining evacuees awaiting relief. The river’s decline offers cautious hope for reaching the hardest hit areas today.
Jefferson City March 20 in a sensational decree Lillian H Lemp wife of William J Lemp one of St Louis millionaire brewers was granted an absolute divorce for desertion and custody of four minor sons alimony of 100000 and a prior division award of about 250000. The court had earlier allotted the wife a quarter million.
The Woman's Missionary Society of Plymouth Congregational Church, with Mrs. S. S. Learned present, met Friday afternoon with 33 members. They honored the memory of Mrs. J. E. Riges, spoke on Berea College and American Highlanders, reviewed its early history and 1329 enrolled students, and discussed China. Miss Emery presented Sun Yat Sen, while Mrs. Perkins summarized the year’s Republican China events.
County Attorney Amick notes recent inquiries about restitution for minor road damage due to ignorance of road law. Main rule: drivers approaching from opposite directions must turn right when passing. many misunderstand lesser rules such as when to pass a vehicle ahead moving in the same direction. Proper understanding reduces accidents and complaints.
Baldwiny March 28 notes Prof Hans C famed Kangor City organist will present his second organ recital at the Methodist Church next Wednesday evening April 2. The program includes The First Sonata and various pieces with explanations of tunes.
Officers elected include President C Neal Vice President E B Knep Secretary H E Downs Treasurer P L B Smith Chaplain H K Ebright. Fred Price goes to Kansas City to be with his brother Charles for surgery. Rev Meredith travels to Ottawa for state Prohibition Oratorical Contest. Wilmar Meredith of Salina visits Warren then goes to Ottawa. Continuous activity with visits, lectures, and community notices from Ottawa and nearby towns.
The article argues large draft horses command higher prices and urges breeders to shift from small mares to heavier stock. It notes urban demand for heavy horses persists despite motor trucks, and warns light horses o erweight economy. Emphasizes better tillage and reduced farm labor with heavier horses. Also promotes gradual sire to mare upgrades and strategic breeding.
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