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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 16, 1916
Page
4
The Ambassador Gerard left his post at a capital tied to the world war and returned to headline campaign speeches. Early judgments cite growing support for Mr Hughes across the nation, with analysts noting his polished persona and ideas gain strength with contact. The report stresses the quality, not flaws, of the Hughes campaign.
The community embraces murals depicting the U-53 j as a symbol of progress in the defense campaign. Residents acknowledge the fighting qualities of the vessel and anticipate further improvements at Lawrence, with optimism about past gains guiding future efforts.
A fragment describes Prof Sterting and colleagues promoting a plan to transform a street area north of P20 Tostivnee street into a visually striking garden and cosmetic display. The front yard hosts a screen of cosmetics and salons, drawing passersby to admire the colorful reds and greens and urging Lawrence residents to embrace beautification efforts for the town.
The text notes a city hall floral display and garden efforts likened to municipal pride. It reports the Episcopalian triennial convention voting down drastic changes to rules on divorce, suggesting that rising divorce is a major social issue with no effective remedies identified.
The text notes Mr. Hughes altering a campaign stance on the Lusitania question and delivering a clear statement in the final weeks. Democrats had banked on his reluctance, but his brief remarks upend their main criticism and leave little time to craft new grievances before the election.
The public mood shifts as casualties from both sides of the conflict are weighed. Readers in America compare their reactions to two years ago while neutrals face increased danger and uncertainty. Emotions fade as the scale of noncombatant risk grows and the chorus of fear broadens.
The movement at the University aims to designate a Parents and Mothers Week to invite as many parents as possible to visit their children studying in Lawrence. The effort seeks to bolster the university’s esteem statewide by showcasing student life, resources, and care, urging local families to open their homes for visiting parents.
Visiting parents are praised for supporting the university and urged to help acquaint the public with the school. The plan calls for hearty cooperation with university authorities to showcase the institution and its impressive student body.
A thief who took President Mason s Bible from Baker University mailed it back from Lawrence to Baldwin. Chapel services at Baker have been described as lacking fervor for about a week in the book s absence, per the Ottawa Herald report.
W Y Morgan recalls history of party discord over the Adamson bill in congress. An Illinois congressman faced a stern letter from a friend, calling him cowardly and unpatriotic after voting under protest. His reply began with I have your letter and I fully agree with what you say.
The Vermont library bulletin suggests teaching children not only about Washington Lincoln and famous battles but also about local flora and fauna. It urges exploring natural resources, yards, meadows, and parks to foster love of country, beauty, and future development through direct, everyday experiences.
The article reports on Romanian casualties in early wartime reports. It cites multiple battles with 25,000 dead at Turtukai on the Danube, 25,000 at Rothenturnr Pass, 24,000 from an across the Wanube detachment loss, and 24,000 in a northern skirmish near Oyfaras. It argues the Romanian army is nearing extinction compared with other powers as the campaign wears on.
An editorial cites Stanford President Ray Lyman Wilbur on limiting wealth in youth, arguing excessive money harms education and discipline. It notes poverty need not hinder study, highlighting many self supporting students who often excel, while genuine education means preparation for life and work beyond veneer.
The Maine September vote shows an anti-Democratic swing with Col Frederick Hale and Bert M Fernald winning Senate seats. Governor Milliken’s race and Johnson's strong but short fall are analyzed amid national figures and local issues. The piece notes Maine as a barometer with Roosevelt Taft supporters largely aligning with Republicans and reflects on campaign impacts on national prospects.
The article recalls the Evangelical Association centennial events from 1816 to 1916 in Union County. It notes the June General Conference electing delegates and forming the Hymnal Committee, the October General Conference naming the church and starting the publishing house, and the 1816 milestones build a church and first temple. Local services and sermons mark the commemoration with remarks from Rev. J R Young and other members tied to early pioneers and the Hawrenes society.
The article recalls Rev Fleischer as the first missionary of the church to Kansas, arriving at Franklin near Lawrence and organizing the state’s first church. It notes his illness and travel, mentions charter members Rev Rahskopf and his wife, and describes ongoing meetings through Wednesday with "Men's Night" and other program items.
A survivor recounts the loss of eight thousand dollars when the boat went down near the Ret Cross. Stephano was sunk in the incident and Howley was rescued along with others.
The Houston Post debates Democratic stance on the President’s Mexican policy and converts criticism of Hughes by Democratic papers. It notes Republican and Democratic positions, treasury concerns, and questions about preparedness and policy, while criticizing James Hamilton Lewis and Tom Taggart. The piece discusses postwar spending, mail service, and campaign management.
An upbeat advertisement touts Cascarets as a cheerful laxative to keep the liver active and bowels clean. It claims benefits for a cold coated tongue sour stomach gas and fatigue, urging a nightly dose and gentle cleansing for children as well.
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