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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 30, 1917
Page
3
Doubtful readers ask about rheumatism cause and cure. The ad claims a blood germ remedy from Swift Specific Co directs readers to write for guidance, stating liniments cannot provide lasting relief and urging contact with the Chief Medical Adviser in Atlanta, Georgia.
The horticultural department and local farmers sprayed orchards to combat pests and diseases. Fruit from sprayed trees shows almost no worms and stores well, says Albert Dickens professor of horticulture. Orchardists have sold many apples at good prices, with cooperative funding supporting care in busy periods.
Dr. Eragmus Haworth of the University of Kansas discusses sulfuric acid production in the Midwest noting sufficient domestic sulfur and zinc ore reserves in Joplin Miami Baxter Springs districts. He claims eastern states face scarcity while the Midwest can meet wartime demand, with a capably available process to extract sulfur fumes from smelting. He identifies United Zinc and Chemical Company as a leading regional producer and predicts more firms may form if eastern supply remains tight.
Washington November 29. The food administration will investigate complaints from farmers cattle and livestock producers over high yardage and commission charges by the stock yards company. The inquiry follows the licensing of public stock yards by the President's proclamation and aims to readjust conditions.
Cy Florence B. Sherbon, head of the department of phy relocation at the University of Ken, warns Lack Wiking Shoes Women suffer sore feet due to unsuitable footwear. Narma lasts dominate, yielding shoes for women that are four to five Cs too long.
Knights of Pythias from Lawrence travel to Kansas City for a day visit. Royal Knights, Lodges and local orders participate in a midsize gathering with members discussing fraternal activities and community service plans.
Nov. 30 report notes renewed Bolshevik activity in Petrograd as an other revolution looms and the Entente, including the United States, restrains formal comment pending Sunday talks with Bolshevik leaders and Germans on armistice and peace. Judson warns separate peace could halt American supplies. British plan a joint “reasoned statement” for Russians on consequences, disclosed in Parliament.
Washington and Topeka reports say the U S Supreme Court upheld Kansas the Land Law requiring royalties from sand oil gas or mineral extractions from the riverbed of state waters The decision basis notes the constitutionality of the law and the state expects to net over 160 000 annually as ten percent of sale prices with the 1913 legislature having passed the law.
Washington food testers examined camouflaged pumpkin pie and gingerbread on army transports. The pumpkin pie used corn meal camouflage with Indian meal brown sugar cinnamon and ginger while the gingerbread was made without ginger molasses eggs butter or vanilla.
A Brazilian paper called Pax stague or orreiro de Berlin has begun a German propaganda drive, denouncing U S coercion of Latin republics and attempting to undermine American solidarity. Efforts are described as failing to sway Brazilian public opinion.
Linwood members held an initiation meeting after a 5230 luncheon. Attendees included Mrs Winkleman, S Winkleman, Mrs D Jones, Mrs C Bowman, Mr and Mrs Martin, Mrs Barker, Mrs Elder, Blair Elder, Mrs Siscoe, Clint Siscoe, Mrs Ed Jones and Agnes, Mrs Munday, Mrs Harris, Mrs Brown, Mrs Engle, Mrs S A Jones, Shel Jones, Hezel and Ruth Jones, with many from Tonganoxie also present. Local youth fund drive and church events follow amid community reports.
A man recounts a three week absence spent in the Ozark Mountains for health, praising smooth roads on the Jefferson Highway. Army trucks and motor cars move supplies to a nearby camp as he resumes his Crescent Creamery manager post. The Linwood Boys Club, organized with M C A help, met at the Methodist Church with Mr Boluz and Mr Winker sharing programs and a Negro dialect reading. Dorothy Spencer sails into missionary work in Jamaica.
Dublin reports Sinn Fein agitation aims to keep government nerves on edge and to prompt action as evidence England suppresses Ireland by force. Military leaders fear revolts, prevent drilling and uniforms, while the Irish convention stalls on home rule leaving Ireland waiting and Belfast distant.
F R Cole challenged a uniformed rival at a Felton Texas boxing event. The unknown khaki-clad fighter claimed he could beat any man in uniform. In seconds Cole was knocked out. the man revealed himself as Packey McFarland, training soldiers at Camp MacArthur.
The States Relations Service of the United States Department of Agriculture issued a document to aid secondary school teachers. Prepared by H. P. Barrows, it outlines classroom instruction in propagation and pruning, suggests practicums, projects and discussions, and details a demonstration project to renovate an old orchard. It covers pruning of fruit trees, small fruits, ornamentals and shade trees, plus practical tree surgery and recommends several Farmers' Bulletins to assist in teaching.
An old advertisement urges men past thirty to protect kidney vitality and purify blood with Anuric. It claims daily water, sweat, and uric acid reduction reduce arthritis gout and rheumatic pain. Dr Pierce’s Surgical Institute promotes Anuric tablets and a trial package with 10 cents to send.
A nationwide Bible Week campaign plans a December program to back soldiers in France. Ministers and laymen collaborate with the YMCA and Army Navy chaplains to promote service Testaments printed for frontline troops. Major denominations including Northern Methodists and Episcopal bishops pledge support as ministers meet November 27 to prepare churches for December 2 to 9 observances.
A terse classifieds item directs readers to contact Pure Ice cream via the name Wiede mann and a phone number listed as 182 missing final digits. The brief note implies a sales or service inquiry but provides insufficient contact details.
Ed Velton of Rogers Nebraska writes that Foley Kidney Pills relieve his cold symptoms and back pain. He says the pills dissolve the illness and flush poisons from the system, with faster relief and no harmful ingredients, noting improved comfort and fewer nighttime urinary urges.
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