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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 08, 1917
Page
2
A collage of 1917 era items touching on wartime pork prices bourbon and beer industry chatter social reform and hunger relief. Mentions national prohibition debates Washington lobbying and German politics with stray references to farmers and Red Cross relief efforts.
The article reviews the Virginia Polytechnic professor trial with focus on the renowned John Bageycorn Tite. It notes ongoing dispute over proper provincial designation for Joffre and mentions Germans who began a journey to Paris three years prior this summer, labeling him an obstructionist.
A historic note suggests reintroducing the practice of customers supplying containers for purchased food to reduce costs. Thirty years ago this method benefited all and current prices could revive it in a modified form with expected economic relief.
Chicago plans enlistment of school boys to train on farms. They will learn to operate plows milk livestock and perform basic farm tasks to support the spring campaign. The effort aims to prepare youths for productive roles on agricultural operations.
War talk aside, the article celebrates Baby Week focusing on infant health, noting sturdier lungs and improved feeding points. It credits mothers for progress in child care and acknowledges fathers' supportive role in advancing the nation's future citizens.
Fragmented prose discusses economic mood and policy fears. It warns of hoarding money and warns of hard times, noting the United States income figure of fifty thousand million dollars and urging cautious spending to sustain national prosperity.
The ad touts Hood’s Sarsaparilla for rheumatism catarrh serum and general low blood state. It mentions Deptiron and Peinux pills and promises nerve and blood benefits. The copy asserts widespread family use and quick results from the listed remedies.
The Kansas City Post urges maintaining spending discipline to avoid panics and preserve public welfare. It argues against hoarding money or halting commerce, emphasizes continued purchases and production, and warns against fear causing economic damage. The piece envisions postwar prosperity and national strength, urging intelligent preparation and steady consumer activity.
In wartime discourse the U S Supreme Court sustains the Yeoron law limiting barbershop competition, sparking debate about constitutional process. The divided court implies future effects in states once war ends. Proponents foresee broader worker protections entering the field through legal steps.
An advertorial note promotes fat reduction through fresh air deep breathing and oil of korein capsules from druggists. It claims weight loss in days, with benefits like lighter steps firmer flesh smoother skin and a buoyant feeling as fat disappears.
A conservation of labor law debate notes conservatives oppose limits on work freedom while big firms with stockholder duties require protection for workers against employer strength. The piece argues the Golden Rule of fair labor applies across competitors and that regulation helps those most in need.
A fragmented column riffs on patriotic duties during war, urging prohibition and criticizing votes. It quips about farm life, veterans, and a slogan chase for free toothpaste samples from Dick Bros. It mentions liquors as alien enemies, jokes about Joffre, and comments on potatoes in Berlin.
The Baldwin U2 Music Festival closed last Friday night with the sacred cantata Queen Esther and featured artists Dorothy North Miss Adams Buell and Louis Per singer who gave performances beyond the ordinary. Weather affected attendance but a good crowd enjoyed most concerts. The event also noted a schedule change returning to the old class hours alongside military training. Local residents George Wiggins LeRoy Garver Ola Welsh and families visited Baldwin and nearby towns during the period.
A fragmented local column lists visits and events including Mister and Mrs. Vence, Heten careaccen, Miss Trene Van Tries, and Nyon Van Tries in the week. It notes Mark Hampshire visiting from his father, Jchives McNarie’s days here, and plans for Fort Cook, with remarks on a death in the family and attendance at a May fete. Also mentions Mrs. RL Andersen and Dr Orelun of Dick Building.
Government statements cast doubt on adopting the metric system for the Empire. Officials say the Imperial Conference likely will not address the question until next year. Leo Brady traveled to Kansas City this morning. Alfred Ellett and Mrs. John Morrison also headed to Kansas City. Rubber Roofing C. Friend is listed with a contact number.
The Women's Christian Union mobilizes in a permanent readiness state with a nationwide network. Its machinery supports welfare camps supplies meals and beverages for soldiers and civilians while leveraging Red Cross to aid relief efforts across regions and territories.
A brief guide promotes making a lemon based skin softener from lemon juice and orchard white to brighten the face neck and hands. It claims to reduce sallowness freckles and tan while leaving skin soft and rosy with daily application for months.
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