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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 07, 1918
Page
2
The notice appears to be a historical newspaper masthead with republication rights and postal details. It mentions Associated Press dispatches and rates for advance subscriptions, a representative in New York, and Lawrence Kansas post office matters dated September 7, 1918.
In a drought scarred land Elijah travels to Zarephath as commanded by the Lord. A widow gathering sticks says she only has meal and oil for one more meal for herself and her son, yet Elijah instructs her to bake him a cake first then share for their survival.
In a biblical scene the widow, Elijah, and her house sustain themselves. the barrel of meal wastes not and the cruse of oil fails until rain returns. A separate aside remarks that Germans can never claim all is lost for they never had it.
The Lawrence Germania ceases print after German born readers reach a point of fear. The White House moves to curb beer production as fuel usage by brewers is targeted. The alcohol ban aligns with Congress new prohibition act, rendering the country dry by July 1919.
A noisy showing by local Black residents reveals a live unit of the colored state guard in Lawrence. Lacking publicity they organized themselves into a disciplined nucleus ready for emergency service, sparking praise for their patriotism.
The Journal-World reports city churches plan united vesper services to be held in a major communal event. Local congregations from multiple denominations will participate, aiming to foster unity and spiritual observance across the community.
The author urges making Sunday afternoon services on the hill appealing to the twenty five hundred cadets in training. Emphasis is on engaging speakers and top music from university and city musicians to draw all to attend.
The piece argues that state higher education in Kansas proves the need for war preparation. It asserts that educated men quickly fill military commissions and that education is valuable in crises and normal times. It urges generous state support to keep the University and Agricultural College ready for service.
A public office telephonist fields World Series score calls with a telegram showing Boston 150 Chicago 060. Fans confuse runs and hits, but the telegram’s numbers reveal the real baseball outcome as a lesson in misreading stats.
Rev. R S Maxwell, once a league organizer, exposes autocratic methods of Kaiser Townley in a St Paul Dispatch series. He cites an inside governing trio of Townley Lemke and Wood, notes democratic efforts by others, and claims townley suppresses dissent by tearing up petitions. The expose claims leadership will rule until death with no member input.
Charles McCurdy buys a Kaw Valley farm near St Marys in Pottawatomie County Kansas for 16000 dollars. He trades in his 12 room residence at 645 Indiana Street. Charles Backman of Topeka Kansas becomes owner of the Indiana Street property. Deal arranged through Lovejoy Land Company Adv.
The Manchester Guardian quotes a report praising Australia’s success and urging American officials to liven their communications. It laments lax American phrasing, urges clearer language, and asks whether America will set a brighter example in wartime information and allied reporting.
A compendium of curio items and quips touching summer ailments, a dubious take on Hindenburg’s death, German war imagery, a playfully chaotic Mud Creek Tiddew league reference, and a nostalgic ping pong aside dated around 1902 in a rambling column style.
Mr and Mrs W E Spalding return from Colorado with guests Mr and Mrs E C Mutt of Salina likely to spend winter in Lawrence. Prof and Mrs EB M Hopkins come back to Lawrence after summer in the mountains. IIS Lewis of Universal Service Kansas City spent a few hours in town. Rev and Mrs Frank Jennings and young daughter Margaret and Prof and Mrs E M Briggs back from Estes Park after six weeks. Local note on weather and remedies promotes Foley s Honey and Tar for coughs hay fever and asthma.
The People's State Bank reports an increase in deposits and a strong reserve of cash and exchange, reflecting good business conditions. The statement published yesterday highlights improved financial health and steady operations, with praise from McNish and contact details noted.
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