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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 20, 1916
Page
4
Local World Journal notes overseas and home front quirks. Items touch on New York dress reform humor, K U student dancers, and a flashback of Kansan troops in the Philippines. Fragments reflect wartime mood, agricultural notices, and college life.
The Lawrence Daily Journal from September 18, 1891 reports student enrollment at the University nearing 400 with many old students returning. It notes campus life including Phi Kappa Psi members Brinton D Woodward and Claude Kelsey, football manager election, baseball plans, and various social events at the university and city, along with local visits and travel to Topeka and Topeka fairs.
The report indicates Mexican commissioners see Villa's loss at Chihuahua as a factor in border policy. There is debate over alternative interpretations and potential shifts in approach amid uncertain outcomes.
Fragmented text notes rising gas costs and a concern that households must pay more as winter usage increases. The discussion hints at policymakers debating price controls or rate adjustments to ease the burden on families during peak gas usage period.
The National Guardsmen facing an eight day hike from San Antonio to Austin now maneuver daily, increasing the distance well beyond ten miles per day as they travel from sunrise to sunset.
The text notes Pershing’s leadership after the punitive expedition in Mexico and hints at a promotion by Washington. It recalls his early army service, his role as a mobile unit leader in the Philippines, and his lifelong proximity to decisive events, mentioning Fred Fimston in a formative moment.
Exhibits from Douglas county show farmers prospering by moving away from a single crop. Diversified products and varied farming practices illustrate the county’s shift beyond the one crop idea.
Wanamaker explains advertising success demands big ongoing spend and persistent, gradual effort. Early results may be slow, but consistent pulls build power day by day, year by year. Perspective warns against bursts and urges continuous commitment to the campaign.
The Army drill book notes trained infantry can cover twenty to twenty five miles daily in small units. Larger commands slow the pace. regiments average three to four miles per hour, brigades two to two and a half, divisions about twelve and a half miles. Weather and roads alter results. untrained troops cannot sustain the pace. Full gear marching is strenuous and requires training. seasoned forces maintain steady pace with regular halts. Green troops fare badly in formation.
Fragmentary advertising text quotes John about due business and quitting. The line contains unclear phrasing and a brief comment on leaving and advertising. Context and specifics are unreadable, offering no concrete names, dates, or places beyond the speaker.
The Lawrence V T UL met September 18 in the Watkins Building. Devotionals, a parliamentary Q&A, and reports by Mrs Glidde and Mrs Chamrey highlighted the session. Delegates, honors, and a Tolhathane convention plan were discussed amid talk on temperance and tobacco reforms.
A fragmentary report notes a chess gathering described as very interesting, with references to Wong and NINA BRRAEG Press Superintendent. The text hints at hopes for kindness and peace, and prayers to wash away evils as sands of time pass.
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