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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 01, 1919
Page
4
A discussion framing the Rent Hog as a label for landlords raising rents amid higher insurance taxes upkeep and fuel costs. It notes increased property values and mortgage costs, cites Tulsa rents triple Lawrence rates, and observes most Lawrence properties rent for less than four years ago despite rising living costs.
Dispatches report Omaha remains quiet but tense as troops patrol streets with machine guns. Citizens fear for law and order after clashes that killed and nearly hanged the mayor, disrupting planned festival week as General Wood decrees a shutdown and citizens face an uncertain turn of events.
A city under martial rule endures after hot heads inflamed a peaceful crowd into action. The courthouse suffers half a million dollar damage and records dating from the county’s birth are ruined, inflicting long term costs while taxpayers who funded the building bore the core loss. The mob’s perpetrators, though, are described as an irresponsible element that taints Omaha’s reputation.
A statesman favors letting wartime prohibition persist until the peace treaty is ratified, while another view pushes for saloons to operate through year’s end despite potential international fallout. The debate centers on enforcing alcohol bans amid evolving global conditions.
The Balkans remain tense as global observers recall Kipling’s wartime remark about trouble in the region. The suggests the region’s volatility persists even as specific conflicts shift. The piece notes no real change in the underlying instability driving such warnings.
A state policeman in Pennsylvania ruled that no meeting in his district could proceed in a language other than English. When speakers used another language the police dispersed the gathering, weakening communication between strike leadership and many workers, including English speaking non-strikers and non-English speakers among strikers.
A purely American strike will be costly and the US may need to cover part of the expense. English railroad tieups will reduce American exports by about 310,000,600 daily for the duration.
Readers note an increased crime wave in Berlin briefly contrasts with Americans worrying about local crime. The report highlights public concern and domestic focus on safety issues.
D Annunzio says he regains his occupation of Fiume as an act of war against the Jugo Slavs. The remark notes that such acts of war have a habit of drawing much of the world into conflict in recent years.
The government announced plans to push ratification with no amendments or reservations seeking new supporters for the peace agreement.
A pretty girl earned 10 dollars daily on a Los Angeles lot to perform a bit and became a star under a contract rising to 500 weekly in two years. A taxi driver who filmed well earned 400 weekly while the chauffeur’s fate mirrored the taxicab. A bartender’s cameo led to a 15000 yearly income, demonstrating how screen talent is cultivated.
Old style calomel is replaced by Calotaba tablets praised for liver cleansing and system purification without gripping effects. Marketed as the most popular home remedy for biliousness constipation and indigestion, it is described as indispensable with a single tablet swallowed with water and no aftereffects.
A dated admonition urges drivers to guard against reckless motorists. It warns that even careful travelers must slow, honk, and anticipate dangers from fools with bright lights, wrong sides, and sudden moves, sharing the road’s responsibility.
The article warns that a riot of languages among workers in Youngstown and across the U S leads to discord and strikes. It cites millions unable to read or write English and urges English instruction, night schools, and assimilation to prevent an un American Babel. Johnston's chocolates and Rankin's Drug Store advertise nearby.
1746 John P. Muhlenberg, the Revolution’s fishing parson, died near Philadelphia. born Montgomery County, Pa., Oct 1, 1746. 1836 Joseph C. S. Blackburn, longtime U S senator from Kentucky, born Brearoe County, Ky or died in Washington, D C Sept 12, 1918. 1860 Volturno battle marked Garibaldians’ victory in Naples. 1869 Woolwich dockyard closes after centuries. 1894 Brussels anti-military riot. 1914 Germans fail to seize outer Antwerp fort. 1915 French breakthrough in Champagne threatens rail line to Crown Prince’s army in Argonne. 1916 Austro-German retreat Mobrudia. 1917 London air raid toll: 10 killed, 28 injured.
A New York Telegraph strike story notes directors' union actions, an 8 dollar raise demand, and a late-night walkout followed by a fast concession. The piece tethers Armageddon to political reminders and mocks fashion trends in Kansas City and Paris, joking about sleeve-less dresses and legless trousers.
The stereoscope provided a crucial 3D view from airplane photos, revealing height and slopes unseen by standard lenses. Early flat images misled observers until photographers learned to adjust by spacing lenses and parallax. True, actionable pictures emerged when aerial photographers translated eccentricities into accurate terrain cues.
A reflective remark on earned rewards, stressing that individuals must meet challenges to achieve what is due to them. The aphoristic line emphasizes personal effort as a prerequisite for payoff.
A historical ad touts Sarsaparilla as a cure for general debility and weakness, promising restored strength and endurance through a potent tonic. The language reflects turn‑of‑the‑century patent medicine style, emphasizing revitalization and vitality.
Dean Butler of the School of Fine Arts reports rapid advance orders for the University Concert Course at Ripson Auditorium. Eight concerts, nearly 6000 dollars in artist fees, season tickets priced at five dollars for best seats and four dollars for others. Strong artists, many renowned in Europe and the United States.
The Czech people, fresh from independence, gain access to printed Czech Bibles priced at 50 cents through a British Bible Society plan. Since 1475 the Czech Bible faced bans under Austrian rule, with copies smuggled in and burned. Persecution tied to Hussite roots made it rare and valued, though the army allowed limited circulation at home later.
Mazda electric bulbs of all kinds advertised by Kennedy Plumbing Company offering lighting options for homes and businesses with price ranges and bulk purchase details.
The passage urges perseverance despite setbacks noting a distinction between not succeeding and failing. It argues that persistence yields growth, while surrender means true defeat, and asserts there is no word for failure to those who refuse to quit.
An ad copy touts a good malted milk as a first class lunch option and invites readers to grab one at Wie demann's. The playful line positions the malted as a satisfying, convenient meal choice.
Reports from aerial observers of the American aviation corps arrive "on the fly" as the landing field is too small for large planes. Near the army post a large circular white cloth marks the post office of the Mexican border patrol where observers drop reports within the circle and continue their flight. Coca Cola and ginger ale have become the national drinks. Phone 198.
Hundreds of saloons across the Greater New York area are set to close their doors today as the new license period begins, reflecting a sweeping regulatory renewal cycle. The measure affects numerous operators and could reshape local nightlife as licenses lapse or are renewed.
A nationwide witticism on swearing among women prompts quotes about legal thresholds for hearing a swear word in several states. The piece notes college inquiries show many confess swearing while analyzing gender norms and vice linked behaviors. It ends by asking why women imitate men in habits and manners.
Michael Cardinal Thorne, primate of All Ireland, born Carrigart, Ireland. Annie Besant, head of Theosophical Society and leader in home rule, born London. David R. Francis, former Missouri governor and U S ambassador to Russia, born Richmond Kentucky. William M R French, longtime director of the Art Institute on campus at Exeter New Hampshire.
A ten year old student Ethel learns fish are brined before drying for sale. The teacher explains brine is salt water and asks why. Ethel answers with obvious wit, saying fish are used to spit water.
Miss Bessie plans to town and Annie urges buying glasses for her sister in the north. The sister needs a sight test to ensure proper fit. Annie laughs that what fits her nose will fit her sister’s nose, though the remark reveals a misbelief about eyewear.
Ten balloons representing six cities will compete in the national balloon race set to begin today in St Louis. The event is organized under arrangements by the Missouri Aeronautical Society, signaling a major aviation showcase for the region.
The description notes hair developing a new sheen, growing soft and wavy, and looking better and healthier in every way.
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