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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1920
Page
4
A 1920 Lawrence Kansas clipping discusses candidate Cox's promised surprise to the country, expected state expense increases, and wealth growth in Kansas. It notes a Kansas ear field strike possibly becoming an outlaw action and mentions Allied troop movements near the Rhine as a Polish aid scenario.
The article discusses Bolshevik decisions amid Britain’s ultimatum to Poland and England’s historical role in European conflicts. It also notes plans for a subway under Union Pacific tracks in North Lawrence and traffic concerns on the road between Lawrence and Leavenworth. A grain belt correspondent observes Kansas farmers spending cautiously on silk shirts amid a state tax levy discussion.
The Tennessee Legislature meets August 9 to consider ratifying the federal suffrage amendment. If approved, 26,893,566 women would gain voting rights nationwide. Colonel Hugh Means, a Civil War veteran, is noted as a Republican candidate for district judge with no opposition.
The Dayton News controversy centers on Governor Cox disavowing pro German editorials published during World War I. The editorial argues his delay shows approval and questions his sincerity and politics. It cites prior inaction in 1916 and criticizes timing amid national ambitions.
A compact list notes Daniel O Connell born 1775 in Kerry Ireland and died 1847 in Genoa. Marquis of Lorne born 1845 in London. Queen Victoria greeted in Dublin 1849. 1864 Maori surrender ends New Zealand war. 1870 Crown Prince of Prussia defeats France at Woerth. George Frederick Root died 1895 in Bailey's Island Maine. 1914 Ellen Wilson dies in White House. 1915 Col Henry Watterson retires from journalism.
One year ago today Roumanians sent an estimatum to Hungary far in excess of armistice terms. Austrian counter proposals to peace terms were handed to the Peace Council.
The Congress Record cost $537640 in 1918, about $300000 less than 1917. Beane cites 1917 costs at $801790.88 and explains higher 1917 days and pages. Paper costs rose but lighter stock reduced overall expense. Also notes 1919 page totals and a St Paul federation meeting with diverse attendees and postwar suffrage in Belgium, Serbia and Romania.
Miss Edna Feterson went to Wakarusa for a picnic. Frank McAnally of Williams town visited Lawrence on business. Mrs 2 W Holland left to visit her daughter Mrs C H Burns at Caney. Mrs William OBrien and Miss Elizabeth OBrien plan a Kansas City visit tomorrow. Miss Mattie Mae Dougherty of Bartlesville Oklahoma stays a week with Miss Ida Logue. Miss Virginia Quintin left for a few days with friends in Kansas City. Mrs Joe Williamson left for Eskridge for a few days with friends. Miss Louise Broeker returned from a week in Kansas City with Miss Caroline Doran. Mrs FE G Day went to Lecompton to visit her father Dr J W Gleonor. Miss Nell Williams returned after a two month vacation at Longmont and Estes Park Colorado. Mr and Mrs Charles Henderson spent the day in Kansas City. Miss Kate Caldwell spent the day in Kansas City. Mrs O D Schlexel and children of Tulsa Oklahoma visiting in Lawrence spent the day in Kansas City.
Highlights include the birth anniversary of Lord Strathcona and Edith Roosevelt entering her sixtieth year. The first legal execution by electricity marks a historic 30 year milestone. Observances span Christian Transfiguration Day and Imperial Press Conference deliberations in Ottawa. The Catholic Students' Mission Crusade holds its second national convention in Washington, and Canadian railways seek freight rate increases at a Dominion public hearing.
Rear Admiral Charles J. Badger born in Rockville Maryland 67 years ago today. Abram L. Elkus former U S ambassador to Turkey born in New York City 53 years ago today. Phillips Lee Goldsborough former Maryland governor born in Cambridge Maryland 45 years ago today. Miller Ressa Hutchison electrical engineer and inventor born in Montrose Alabama 44 years ago today.
Large stucco house with four living levels and basement, offered for sale at 7 9000. The owners claim a prior rental income of about 150 dollars monthly from upper rooms and potential to board lodgers. Property described as in a strong downtown trade area with high earnings potential and quick payback. Clifford Morse of De Soto bought a new seven passenger Jordan and left for a Colorado motor trip, Thompson Photo Studio.
The Gustafsons halted the Haskell Indians, ending their winning streak with a 3 to 1 score in Friday action on Haskell field. The Summer School team pressured the visitors at bat while Mitchell and Hayes contributed on the mound and in the field for a win that featured few hits. Early Carder starred in the field for the Elks, with Allen at second making a key snag.
The county superintendent announces a plan to distribute materials to school districts until supply runs out. Seventy five copies are expected by Mr. Lane.
Strawberries supply has been bought for the season and the Kaw Valley Creamery promises best quality strawberry ice cream. Sunday special is a two layer strawberry brick. orders encouraged for families, parties, picnics, lodges with phone contact 820.
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