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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 05, 1916
Page
4
The Lawrence Kansas Journal World lists subscriptions and staff details for the paper dated September 5 1976 and reports on European troops preparing for another winter in the trenches plus commentary on prohibition campaigns and brewers interests. It notes evaporation data and public sentiments about dry laws and Seattle officials.
A fragmentary obituary discusses J W Kouns as a general manager of a Santa Fe system and recalls early railroad work with the Kansas Pacific. It notes the pattern of workers rising through payrolls and positions, hinting at broader railroad career stories.
The article argues the administration aims to rest a strike problem rather than progress. It claims the president offers no real solution except making the country endure rail workers’ demands. The ultimate consumer, already stretched, would bear higher costs from this approach.
The article compares Kansas wheat production to all United States output from Atlantic to Pacific and Great Lakes, showing Kansas contributes a leading share of grain value. It notes 22 of the western states and others are considered in farm yields with Kansas central to wheat value.
A 19th century note observes Denmark’s law allowing the National Bank to decline gold purchases at international rates. Foreign buyers would be urged to swap goods for Danish exports, signaling a shift toward barter as gold stocks accumulate. The piece likens this to primitive exchange among savage tribes, highlighting a paradox in modern economic practice.
The piece condemns the National Premium Advertis association and other groups seeking favorable legislation for their dues. It argues lobbyists mislead the public, who lack representatives beyond their own. It suggests many laws burden the statute books and calls for measures to stop these schemes.
Samuel Gompers lauds President Wilson as defender of labor in a Labor Day address. The piece notes Wilson’s shift from arbitration of labor disputes and suggests the president’s hopes hinge on votes. Gompers aims to influence labor to back the president, but voters may have independent views on policy outcomes.
The piece reports on a West Virginia fraternity organized by brewers and the capture of twenty five persons in Des Moines related to liquor. It questions Iowa’s enforcement and notes ongoing debate as women resist prohibition.
A review previews Frank J. Goodnow’s Principles of Constitutional Government from Harpers. It highlights Goodnow’s qualifications, including advising China on a constitution, and outlines the book’s comparative, historical, and institutional analyses of executive, legislative, and judicial power across England America and Europe.
The Y M C A will stage a two day swimming exhibition for boys ages under and over 12 in Lawrence. The event features life saving, rescues, diving and first aid demonstrations with sections for 12 to 14 year olds and under 12. Admission is free with limited seating and a first come first served policy.
A complaint to Commissioner Holyfield led to halting of milk from H. M. Winchell dairy amid suspected typhoid cases in Meath. Dr Rudolph reports cases in multiple families. well water suspected as infection source. Tests pending, city and county officials to cooperate to stop spread.
A brief beauty note describes a quick painless hair removal method using a paste of powdered delatone and whiter spread on the skin. After minutes, rub off and wash to remove hair with a single application, suggesting buying delatone in original packaging to avoid a doctor’s appointment.
Marriage licenses were issued Saturday to Edward Madl of Clinton and Isabelle Madi of Eudora and to Willian Cosgrove and Nellie Farmer, both of Lawrence.
Authorities urge immediate testing of the well at Prem to detect possible typhoid organisms. Public health officials warn that contamination could affect local residents and require prompt remediation.
The Topeka report notes a ban on near beer imports and sales as the Attorney General issues a statement. If liquids contain any alcohol or malt as a beverage, sellers face possible prosecution under state liquor laws. Brewster released the statement after a conference with Governor Capper and twelve State Temperance Union members.
Police court sessions began today with multiple arraignments. Sarah White pleaded not guilty to keeping a disorderly house and faces trial September 7 after a $25 cash bond. George Twice and Jack Boulen had trials set for September 7 on liquor selling and disorderly house charges respectively. Frances Perkins and Steve Onder arraigned for indecent conduct. Ogden pleaded guilty with a $15.50 fine. The docket shows continued September 7 trials.
Special services at Plymouth Congregational Church mark the birthday of Dr. Richard Cordley born September 6 1828. The event includes a Cordley school gift and a Lincoln portrait presentation with talks by Jan W of the University and others. The gathering starts at 7 45 p m and welcomes the public. Cordley came to Lawrence in 1857 as Plymouth’s first pastor and remained there except for eight years away until his death in 1900.
Dow Dows, a farmer living a mile south of town, was thrown from a colt yesterday afternoon and suffered a broken right leg. Both bones mid shin were broken as he tried to jump off after the animal sprang. Dr Blair of Lawrence set the leg and Dews was reported improving but confined to bed for several days.
John S. Akers chief musician of the first Regiment Band is discharged and expected to arrive this afternoon from Port Riley. He will resume his mail carrier job in Lawrence after returning, with plans to rejoin his old duties once home.
A National Geographic Society bulletin by James Howard Gore surveys Romanian peasant life. It notes fair skinned Balkan beauties, varied elaborate dress, and the cultural shift toward native language amid French and German influences. It also describes rural farming, polenta dishes, seasonal work, and economic woes from winter lull.
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