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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 16, 1916
Page
2
In the September 16 1916 issue the Journal World discusses national politics and foreign policy urging recognition that arbitration in the Hague is honorable. It reflects on the Republican slogan and the moral weight of war, framing Germanys Lawrence allies with pride and caution.
Colonel TH Sapp assures the Democratic National Committee that speaking through a surrogate was the natural option after all. Several others in the state likely took the same path if they could address the committee through a proxy.
The piece argues Germans long pursued scientific wandering for fun, and now necessity drives invention, flipping the old saying that necessity is the mother of invention.
A writer recalls Americans with German ties who fought or supported both sides in conflict. He honors their intelligence, honesty, and endurance as they serve in fields and industries while bearing shortages. He questions the differences between Central Powers and Allies, noting shared humanity beyond bloodlines and patriotism.
The piece reports on the Wilson administration proposing an eight hour day with a congressional cost commission, the railroad employes committee backing the plan, and railroad presidents opposing it in favor of arbitration under the Newlands act. It notes the potential nationwide impact and debate over arbitration versus strike. Also advertises Foley Cathartic Tablets as a remedy for summer sickness in children.
Miss Alberta Cady receives Civil Service appointment to a stenographic post in Little Rock at $75 monthly. Chapel plans for term outlined. New students enroll weekly. electric call bells connect all departments with the office. Demonstrations on shorthand advance the "Machine War" method. The Business Correspondence class nears 60 students. visitors welcome. Local church student receptions noted. W. Do Wants attends events in the Oreadaugh Centre and observes arts programs.
Lecompton forms the Lecompton Building Association to replace burned structures with six concrete buildings. The group, with $10,000 stock, elected officers and directors, plans 24 by 60 foot fronts with storage in back, for a slated September 25 stock call.
The article outlines historic natural gas pricing and supply in Kansas and Osage County Oklahoma. It notes a price increase linked to transporting gas from the Osage Nation and extended pipelines over 100 miles. It mentions receivership actions by Landen, spendings of 750000 on improvements, and a refinancing plan to fund 12 million in extensions, aiming to assure winter gas supply and future needs. It lists stockholders and a committee involved in the Kansas Natural Gas Company.
The text lists pledges of Baldwin area fraternities after a week of strenuous rush, naming numerous students across multiple houses and including references to campuses in Olathe, Kansas, and nearby towns.
Captain J. J. Topham and family awaited in from Cheyenne Wyoming this afternoon. He plans to leave his family at Leavenhaworth and return to his troops on the border after a four day visit with his mother in Lawrence.
Local residents and visitors are listed with travel to and from McLouth Kansas. Names include Irene Stesper Bonner Springs Peter Rieger and five daughters, Mrs S J McNaughton, KT Biggerstaff, Mrs T Hammond, Marguerite Kendall teach Easton, and families from Lawrence Kansas City Leavenworth and Baldwin. Social events include Civic League meeting at city hall and exhibitions at the high school auditorium with prizes noted.
Community items list visits and greetings among Bulubein residents, school openings, threshing and church events, and county political talk. Mentions include Miss Minnie, Bertha Churchtangs, Jim Anderson, Miss Gardner, Eugene Lyons, Clyde Puckett, and local Republicans in Jefferson County Kansas.
Postal guidance urges residents to ensure correct street and timber addresses for timely delivery. The notice stresses that misaddressed mail delays occur and asks readers to follow the steps. Kate Sweeney of San Diego is visiting her brother T. Sweeney and family, while Koard Corner Drug Co. advertises stationery.
Merry Gardner Nativille is hosted by Mr and Mrs W H Fiske for the weekend at Cascade Lineu. The listing notes 48 sheets 48 en 25c and McColloch's Lord Baltimore pound ic per pound.
Report from New York on September 15 notes that despite talks between the mayor and union leaders no settlement is yet reached. Officials warn that a large sympathy strike by around 70 000 trades unionists could occur within 24 hours to force a settlement.
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