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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 10, 1915
Page
4
The item records publication details for the Journal-World in Lawrence Kansas dated May 10 1919 and mentions mailing options and deadlines. It also discusses political commentary around the presidential race noting the defeat of the Republican ticket and opinions on the 2 000 000 vote scenario.
An obscure fragment urges remembering the day’s meaning and the Founders while praising the unity of states. The text references the flag, stars, and liberty as a moral reminder to citizens and children.
The article outlines wartime alignments and aims of Germany Austria Russia and the Allies as they maneuver for control of trade routes and naval power. It notes looming tensions around the Dardanelles and potential outlets, with implications for Western alliances and regional security.
Fragmentary OCR describes Soviets forming colonies near Shh iter Colorado with a new design called Stdnat rial Cigy. It notes a dozen colonials exist, debates socialist colony viability, and mentions a supposed system and experiments' outcomes amid praise of potential natural wealth.
The text argues against a proposed national government measure to declare control over Lower California near the Imperial Valley and to establish a protective border policy, with future Mexico adjustments. It references Panama and the Panama Canal context, expressing confidence that President Wilson would reject such proposals as dangerous and unnecessary.
The London Chronicle debates the roots of hypnotism and related phenomena. It questions claims that hypnotism arose from Hope or Franklin and argues the science rests on natural brain laws and physiological factors.
London correspondent reports on German conditions as seen by a Berlin resident newly arrived in England. He notes widespread unemployment and hunger among Germans, high prices, shortages of provisions and munitions, and doubts that Germany can win through economic or military strength. The piece argues the German public would endure hardship only if victory on the battlefield remains plausible, otherwise state collapse could follow.
The article discusses rural credit expansion and reforms favored by government officials and investigators. It notes pressures from claimants, farmers, and investors, with debates over federal versus local funding, supervisory protection, and the role of government in providing farmer relief without destabilizing capital markets.
Anseo tax action secures agency in Lawrence for P.B. McCulloch’s Dray Stove. Anseo line of cameras and piling packs referenced. text suggests agency confirmation and product line connections. Petitions imply market satisfaction, though details are fragmentary.
In Douglas County fruit men forecast a bumper strawberry yield after one thorough spray. County horticulturist and growers like A M Creisa and Edb Mink note healthy pears apples grapes and shrubs. Some fear peach trees may suffer from bee worm damage. Several speakers recount California conditions and praise thorough cultivation and spraying as essential.
An old remedy instructs rubbing Vicks Vaporub on the throat and chest for a few minutes, then covering with a warm flannel loose around the neck to let vapors rise and loosen phlegm aiding breathing. One nightly application claimed to prevent night attacks. Sold at druggists for 25c, 50c, or $1.00.
A recipe for Lady Baltimore cake with butter sugar rose water milk and flour plus baking powder and whites of eggs. instructions to cream butter and beat in sugar, sift dry ingredients, alternate with liquids, bake in three layers and frost. Notes the cake is large and sells at Women’s Exchanges for $1.50.
Listings advertise used cars including Cadillacs and sedans priced from $250 to $528. An apparent dealer at 126 Miss Street promotes bargains on four door and runabout models amid generic descriptions and rough OCR text.
A garbled report describes teens fined for traffic ordinance violations and officers noting widespread infractions. Readers complain about penalties while some defend the fines as justified. The text shows confusion and mixed reactions among violators and the public.
Lawrence From saris and Dennis Madden appeared in police court on drunkenness charges. Madden faced a second offense with a 50 cent fine. defendants admitted no memory of where they were and could not recall their actions. Several prisoners were released to the new jail for failure to pay fines.
Knaxes W W Club of VNANN Society met with Miss Anna Anderson leading roll call. Siler and Brown spoke on Baptist, Methodist, and Presbyterian missionary activities, detailing work and aid. At close, Anderson shared a dainty linehonn, and the group planned to meet again with Mrs. Blanche Webster Orr in two weeks.
The bride is the eldest daughter of Mr. and Mrs. RB Wheeler of Troe and is well known locally. The groom is the son of Dy and Mrs. 5 Dawson of Ottawa. The couple plan to sail for England where Dr. Dawson has been ordered into Imperial Service as an Army physician. Also mentioned are theatre plans and several young ladies from North Dakota and Ottawa as social attendees.
Many names and brief mentions of visits, travels, and family events across towns including Miromack Lawrence Waldwine Bonner Springs and Kansas City. Notables include Mr and Mrs Nene Mr Dorera and Miss Margari Gregory visiting relatives in Visporning, Mildred Thrall at home in Neosho, and G Al Dykstra moving to Lawrence for university schooling plans.
A scrambled fragment notes an early morning return to Enporia and mentions a Colt event tied to overcoming weakness and blood lines. The text is incomplete with garbled words and few discernible facts or names.
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