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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 01, 1921
Page
1
State tax levies new level set with county valuations showing gains. Douglas County 46,692,521 and Savenworth 49,800, Marion among few counties with increased valuation. Total state tax assessment rises to 68,488,865, up about 5 million from 1920, driven by property valuations and energy sector effects.
Fragmented report details a gunfight in Welch West Virginia that killed four policemen and wounded others. It notes a chain of arrests including Jatéielll and Hatfield in connection with the shooting at Matewan. Also mentions local committee meetings and camp plans tied to area coal interests and a Vocational Club meeting at the Chamber of Commerce.
The Douglas County Fair Association board will hold a 2 PM business session in the Amber of Commerce rooms tomorrow. C E Ward of Colorado Springs visited Lawrence this morning, arriving after a delay tied to aerial races in Den. War's friars Sinte.
Bernard Flood, a former student at Haskell Institute from Rosebud South Dakota, waived his preliminary hearing today before Justice John Clark and was bound over to the district court on unspecified charges. Sheriff Will Johns escorted Flood to the proceedings.
Local rains in Kansas last week improved some districts while others suffered from heat and moisture shortage. Corn in northern counties is in good condition but central and southern areas especially south central show severe damage from hot dry weather.
A Kansas University story centers on Harold P. Browne a former Lawrence drawing and painting instructor who left the university amid a moral controversy. The Kansas City Star suggested blame on the School of Fine Arts dean, while university faculty recall Browne’s strong early recommendations and bright prospects.
The Men’s Sunday School at First Christian Church in Kansas City set a goal of 100 new members with 89 already secured. Ralph Gallaway, superintendent, spoke on duties of a Christian as cavemen and boys classes listened. A second Sunday feature is planned during the drive.
Robbers struck the Will Walker house six miles southeast of Lawrence Saturday afternoon during haying. Sheriff Will Johns said entry occurred between 2 and 4 o clock. Loot included fresh bread eggs two gold watches three ring sets a $100 Liberty bond and $5 to $6 in cash. no trace was found.
Houston court reports judge Robinson urging the grand jury to probe unlawful acts linked to masked groups and vigilante punishments. He condemns tar and feather practices and argues for lawful penalties and clear statutes to deter mob action. Governor Neil remarks on legislative messaging and merger petitions amid calls for accountability in public safety.
Hernando Castillo a Crown Point New Mexico Indian student at the local school drowned in Wakarusa Creek while wading with three other boys who could not swim. Rescue parties found him after a lengthy dive in about fourteen feet of water. Superintendent Peairs notified relatives but no reply yet. Burial expected if relatives respond.
A conference on Indian education will feature directors Bourles Cou Fairasso and the dr supervisors, with guests Payton Gaiter James N McGregor W M Coon E H Hammon Ross Spit Suury Sam Young Mrs Elsie Newton and Supt John Dekoff of Santa Fe NM and Supt Clyde M Blair of Chilocco OK. Joe Wellman promoted to district agent for Curtis Publications in Lawrence, handling Curtis in the area. May move to California noted for Frye family. Baby Clinic suspended. no mothers conference tomorrow at city hall until August.
Shr ine Club will hold a business meeting Friday night at Shrine Hall with members urged to wear their exts. A Salvation Army Advisory Board meeting is set for evening in Moor Creek's office at City Hall at eight o'clock.
Frank Smith announces farewell at Lawrence Methodist Church as the Sunday school board sets to raise 1500 dollars to aid Rev. Frank Horton Smith and family as missionaries. Weatherby explains the shift to direct local support while Smith expresses optimism for future foreign outreach. The Smiths depart Saturday for Denver then San Francisco as plans for their next mission field are discussed.
States Attorney Mortimer, who led the Charshamon investigation into Governor Len Small’s actions while state treasurer, declares the legal machinery at the capital is ready for Small’s arrest and warns that arrest elsewhere will not be considered. Word from Governor Sills indicates he will likely go to Springfield within days. arrest anticipated on arrival at the capital.
Botin a Kaw Company salesman from Ottawa recalls a late Friday night near Ottawa when three men blocked the road. He claims two signaled with flashlights to slow and a third held a revolver. Bolin, a former Kingman county sheriff, says he reached the men, knocked the revolver away, and the robber dropped the weapon. He suggests the incident ended without shots.
A proposed collection at Twilight league games aims to raise money to buy baseballs for next week. Balls have been supplied by vic teams before, and league officials and managers plan to discuss the matter this week. Farm Agent on Vacation R/O: Smith Douglas.
About 3 000 milliners from Kansas and nearby counties attend the annual fall millinery fashion show opened today by the Kansas City millinery shops association. The event runs for three days and features new styles from shops across the region.
A heat event affected traffic along Highway 6f near Lawrence. Officials reported drivers and workers cooling with water as conditions remained hot and conditions potentially impacted travel today.
Two Abilene workers Lawrence Relayed incident near Fort Road, Morrison and J Blair were hospitalized with heat exposure. Marvison, about AQ years old, Blair, about 1, both expected to recover fully. Orulup returned home. Dr Ramille advised hospital care. some men remained at hospital at noon.
Plymouth August 1 Thousands visit Plymouth today for the tercentenary of the landing of the Pilgrims. A formal labor servance and a pageant honor the past with President Harding attending. The Mayflower yacht and the presidential yacht escort marked events as the day featured parades, historical replicas, and a county picnic at Wedgland Park attracting crowds from across the region.
The report notes a centenary celebration marked by Bratiox with a looming theme of faith. Officials and local residents anticipate ceremonies centered on tradition, commitment, and communal reflection.
President Hardin delivered a stern appeal for peace and international cooperation at the armament conference. He warned against surrendering national conscience while advocating limits on armament that avoid surrendering sovereignty. He urged Americans to strengthen faith in religion and national unity, warning against overreliance on Washington and stressing a balanced global posture.
In a recent appointment at a Wisconsin school, Dr. J. W. Haskell was named assistant superintendent and supervise instruction. The move comes as the district reorganizes its academic leadership, with Haskell taking on duties in the newly formed department of higher education and the Indian affairs oversight.
E S Weatherby of the Lawrence Methodist church Sunday School Association notes movie prices rose in recent years while church contributions stayed nearly flat. He cites churches maintaining average offerings at a similar level, despite broader costs. Weatherby mentions church facilities and a stronger high school department at the local church.
An incomplete note references a U S action to authorize a payment of 3 million dollars to Liberia. It mentions Secretary Hughes and a return to the presidency, with unclear wording about a loan or obligation and accompanying correspondence. The fragment hints at a formal government authorization.
Harry J Sparks announced details of a ten week course in liaison and commerical administration for the Jhawrenee Changher of Cie. The study advanced by 220 participants, with about thirty lacking prior experience. Visitors toured Chicago landmarks including Jackson Lincoln Garfield and Washington, the Municipal Diet, and Drake Hotel while the Chamber of Commerce hosted events.
The Young Men's Division plans a trip for August 27 to inform visiting trippers about crop conditions education merchants and local industry. A preparatory trip by Goat Yellowship Tour members arrives August 1 to gather data and promote good fellowship before the town visit. About 150 Chamber members will accompany the visitors.
Daum replaces 3rigue as instructor during the summer session in the Washington D C agriculture department. A University of class of 18 graduate, she is daughter of M F Duan of Lawrence.
A Kansas district faces tuition funding strain as enrollment from rural areas grows. The board weighs raising tuition to 100 dollars per pupil to cover costs, with legal options and potential lawsuits looming. Community leaders debate impact on Lawrence taxpayers and district finances amid ongoing education funding pressures.
Aug 1 report notes Britain’s Foreign Office received Premier II’s reply to the next council meeting. officials will travel for the talks as Marquis Della Ministers attend. Telegrams from Upper Silesia describe a quiet situation. Fort Worth banker Pattison noted in Lawrence. once promoter of Continental Creamery, now in banking. A. G. Banks cites high wheat yields, 25 bushels per acre, in Douglas County, yet overall wheat not suitable this year.
In Peking a presidential mandate confers the third grade of the Chila Ho decoration on Rev. John Goucher, president of Goucher's Women's College in Baltimore. The note urges readers to start August with a health tip from Craig Welch & Welch Chiropractors.
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