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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 04, 1915
Page
4
OCR text blends biblical verse on charity with scattered notes on public issues. Mentions 1 Corinthians 13 themes, U S politics, Mexico Haiti, British wartime stance, American government actions, and local civic efforts. Includes references to Henry Allen, Wilson, and Kansas political life, with odd garbled phrases interspersed.
A fragmentary editorial line ponders Lincoln and Buchanan with light mockery, suggesting the author doubts Lincoln’s alignment with anilist or allied positions and hints at wartime alliance considerations. The text remains incomplete and ambiguous about a clear claim or outcome.
The Globe contrasts Civil War outcomes with potential Confederate triumph had the North faced delayed supplies. It argues for preparedness, noting the South’s likely victory if war had occurred, and cites U S readiness as crucial. The piece also critiques the Union administration for mismanaging equipment and supplies, reflecting on how parallel situations shaped public opinion.
The University of Kansas plans to host a gathering with Jauwreten to discuss the status and rights of Native Americans. The session analyzes U S policies toward the so called Indian problem and seeks practical steps for reform and better treatment by government and society.
A commentary on public concern for domestic animals, especially horses, amid war. It notes military efforts to protect animals, including a Royal Society initiative and hospital care for tens of thousands of horses, with stats on treatment, deaths, and returns to duty. Also mentions a bank holiday notice and local advertisements.
Frank B. Faust has been transferred to Lawrence as Deputy Superintendent in charge of the Metropolitan Life Insurance Co office in the Bowersuck Theatre building. The agency controls substantial policy in force and a large weekly premium flow, reflecting the company’s significant local presence.
Postwar recollections describe brutal attacks and killings linked to Quantrill and border gangs. The speaker recalls injuries, escapes, and campaigns with Confederate volunteers, detailing battlefield treks, scalings, and later life in entertainment work, plus memories of family and Mormon-era upheavals.
A Wills Point Texas reader cites relief from dreadful cough and health decline after using Cardus Cardui the tonic for womanly troubles. The letter asserts stronger health and urges others with similar issues to try the remedy with a promise of success and guaranteed results.
Washington reports more storms approaching the United States with hurricane warnings issued along the gulf coast. Officials expect a striking gulf coast early morning, with disturbances moving northwestward toward the open sea. Labor Day plans dim in Leavenworth Kansas as unions abandon a big parade and picnic due to lack of funds and interest. A general Lansing Labor Day picnic will feature Attorney General speech attracting many from Leavenworth to hear him.
Fragmented society notes show Maurice Pearson departing California with plans to remain abroad for a time. Mentions of ticket office work in Los Angeles, visits by various individuals to Nadle Falls and Baldwin, and plans to attend the university in the fall.
The article notes a shift in American industry with factories converting former waste into usable leather goods. It mentions harness and saddlery firms reducing waste, new plants reusing scraps, and shipments of smaller leather articles to markets. It also references a direct election bill passing in Montgomery.
In Greenshare Kansas on September 4 a waiter identified as Joe Poblick or Joe Poblicky known locally as Poblick, was electrocuted while trying to rescue his employer G. Palmer who had been knocked down by an electrical outlet near a screen door. The live wire at 2400 volts flashed and touched the clothesline, leading to Poblick’s death. A pawnbroker Walkow, in Wichita, is also in trouble after police say he refused to surrender a stolen watch and was later sued for robbery.
Miss Mary Tluniel of Manden became the bride at Charles Hinafarina near Manden this week. She was to undergo an appendicitis operation the next day, and the account notes her rude appetite and recovery hopes after the procedure. A county attorney in Kintman died at 33, Lawrence Winter, county security official, Sept. 4. The report also mentions Rock Pile for Bo’s Phillipsburg and workers preparing meals with kitchen utensils in a reflected local item.
A garbled late summer snippet lists Herbert Coleman returning to Lawrence from Leavenworth, Stevens a business visitor in Kansas City, M S Shapp from Lawrence visiting Tape tor, and various scattered mentions. The piece references Miss Mabell Gordon heading to Kansas and a student welcome for new classes, plus an accidental electrocution incident in Hone Hop, Kansas, and other stray notes about visits and travel.
Kansas Attorney General C. J. Conlon and County Attorney J. M. Berewster file injunctions in the Atchison district court to restrain Elks and Rables activities. A restraining order is also sought to stay the hearing on the injunctions. An eccentric woman is described as preferring comfort over style.
George Herald a former Topeka attorney and police officer died after a collapse likely from apoplexy. He was 52 and left a wife and one son. He practiced law in Topeka and later in Los Angeles before returning to Topeka areas.
A missing 16 year old bride from Iola reappeared at home after a week away. Dorothy explained she left to ponder her actions and forgave by her father and family. Public notices in the town mention her return and the community reaction.
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