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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 29, 1917
Page
4
The World Company outlines subscription terms and rates starting January 1, 1917. Subscriptions unpaid after due date are advanced to 2.25 dollars. mail orders require advance payment. Contact departments and representatives in Hartford and New York for service. News copy and distribution details, public notice.
Fragmented text cites Professor Trackmas on Kansans drinking 2.61 gallons, war victory versus peace, and Germans retreating on the western front. Mentions St Louis armed liner, safety debates, WWI era IWW members, Kansas City mobilization, and University commencement with alien sphere reference.
In a tense city moment, officials debate suspending the police department citing new state law. The article notes rising prices, civic tension, and upcoming elections in Lawrence as residents face the stakes of the ordinance and the potential shift in local governance.
An obscured OCR fragment references congress, a Pistons game, and trouble around a foray or plan. Details are unclear, with garbled names and phrases, making precise events or figures difficult to identify.
A dubious road project in Douglas County failed due to inadequate support shanties and construction flaws. Critics say there is no excuse for the collapse, blaming planning lapses and poor oversight.
Fragmentary text from The Wichita Beacon references a bank robbery and unidentified suspects. Names and clear details are missing, leaving only scattered phrases about purses, money, and a possible takedown. The readable bits hint at an incident with law enforcement involvement.
The Journal-World editorial condemns Mgr Cleland for alleged pool hall violations and enforcement failures. It argues law enforcement rests with city officials, while endorsing broader civic duties. The piece also notes John Hargrave’s Layla Bay chronicle praising scout training and practical military skills for youth development.
Reporters mark the bioth anniversary of a veteran figure, celebrating his service as chief of the senate press agency and his work on rules, proceedings, and editorial themes. The tribute notes his long tenure and impact on state legislative coverage.
The text discusses the need for practical scouting and map reading in war, citing Ian Hamilton on misdirected troops and leaders unable to read maps. It stresses silent, disciplined movement, sky and star cues for navigation, and the Boy Scout ethos as vital prep for soldiers in emergencies.
A collage of observational quips on women enlisting in the navy, wartime anxiety about manpower, rising dental costs, embalmed beef procurement, April Fools folklore, spring fever, royal perks, and advice on honesty and misprints. The piece muses on patriotism, luck in ads, and personal conduct in a brisk, satirical tone.
A March 26 1917 letter discusses city government blame for failures and debates the role of Commissioner Cleland versus two other members Francisca and Moly fickl. The piece questions whether Cleland can sway votes and if the two others remain firm in their positions.
Frederick A. G. Cowper defends Cleland and questions Holyfield support while urging election of Mr. Holmes to the Commissionership of Vinance and Inspector of Milk. Journal-World criticizes current government and favors Holmes as a corrective partner.
The passage debates re election, urging support for Mr Feely as best available but questioning Mr Cleland's past weakness. It argues salary is secondary to opportunity for capable individuals and notes Mr Hol’s independence as a stabilizing factor.
Fragmentary letters accuse Crumbine of being surprised by a 32,000 tax aimed at protecting trees while faulting health schemes. The notes reference Dr. Ble and a union of health interests backed by the Chamber of Commerce. They also discuss Greek royal titles and politics, noting Greece’s democratic system and a single legislative chamber.
A fragmentary item notes a marriage union involving the Emperor of Germany's era and a growing affection toward a person connected to Tubber Roofing C. Friend. It mentions Miss Margaret Morgan returning to Clay Center tonight after a visit with Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Evans.
An older sanitary science promotion urges drinking a glass of real hot water with a teaspoon of limestone phosphate each morning before breakfast. It claims to cleanse the stomach liver and bowels, relieve heaviness and headaches, improve appetite, and purportedly wash out toxins. The text targets many ailments from constipation to skin issues, urging readers to obtain limestone phosphate from the drug store.
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