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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 08, 1921
Page
2
A damaged OCR snippet references an advance one year payment, late fee, and deadlines. It notes 7 PM as a cutoff and a request to call the office for a copy or receipt. The text is fragmented with unclear dates and entities.
Lawrence Kansas August 8 1921 complaints about lack of military honors at soldiers funerals spurred a new order. Escorts and squads must be provided from nearest posts when desired and many towns lack proper facilities. The change aims to spare families further pain as soldiers who died bravely are honored with the three rounds salute.
The Federal Reserve Board notes improved business activity in mid 1921 with optimism for a flourishing fall. Despite inflation, the era shows real wealth growth since the war as hard work pays off and markets stabilize. The piece mentions renewed confidence among leaders and echoes past technological boosts from Edison and Caruso amidst economic shifts.
Sergeant York, famed World War II hero and Congressional Medal of Honor recipient, is at risk of losing his Tennessee farm to foreclosure over a $12,500 mortgage. Critics argue a “Sergeant York scam” was used to save the farm, noting York refused promoters who offered to exhibit him for profit.
Fragmented OCR text mentions a special course of instruction in federal cables and a dated reference to August. It hints at a question about a thief and a union or syndicate, with scattered phrases about fruit trees and the Atlantic seaboard. The readable parts are terse and inconclusive.
The Missouri bonus issue faces delays as bonds must be issued to fund payments to veterans who served in the world war. Governor Gaveifor Hyde considers a special legislative session to speed up disbursal, but market conditions may force selling bonds at a loss. The proposal aims to fulfill promises to service members amid growing impatience for timely aid.
A large stock of liquor was paid in the private bank vault of W. C. Spurgin, a missing Chicago banker. He left behind a million dollar shortage. The piece warns that solvent men should not mix alcohol with business.
An industrial court survey observes a widespread practice of shifting costs to consumers. The report notes this as a prominent element across the coal industry and beyond, highlighting a familiar pattern observed by consumers already.
The piece rails at senators Wadsworth, Lodge and others for opposing enforcement of the proportional prohibition. It argues a limit of half a pint of spirits per ten days insult a doctor and mocks clerical polygamy claims, asserting the eighteenth amendment insults all Americans. The column ends noting a travel notice about Mr and Mrs Canavan leaving on an overland trip to Colorado.
Reprinted from the Hepublican Daily Journal. August 1 describes the Atchison Topeka Santa Fe laying rails near a pond and notes the university building committee advertising for interior finish in the wing. It records a planned meeting of settlers to discuss a Douglas County reunion for participants in early county history.
Today marks the birth centennial of Gen Winfield Scott Featherston and the eighty five year old Lieut Gen Nelson in the State. The Fraternal Order of Eagles expects 15000 visitors this week for a grand conclave. Sedalia hosts a Missouri centennial fair opening with elaborate ceremonies. The National Association of Chiropractors opens its tenth annual convention in San Francisco to promote public understanding of chiropractic care.
Wichita firms now employ 16 percent American Legion members and receive certificates from the Thomas Hook post. Kansas City officials report Al F Williams, the new federal district attorney, will move his office to Topeka after his recommendation. Protest arises over the proposed office removal by local business leaders. Pittsburg hosts the annual Pittsburg and Racing Association entertainment week with five days of racing and 450 horses entered. Salina notes 11 Kansas secretaries attended the commercial secretaries school in Evansville, with a New York attendee earning about 25 000 annually. Saline’s Memorial plans to seek city approval for a 5 000 seat auditorium with 4 490 seating capacity and a 250 parking area.
A fragment notes spaces described as rooms and a basement described as suitable for an oxen task or use. It references a potential site or property feature but lacks clear dates or named entities. The item reads as a brief property note or notice with limited readable context.
W A Mereever, editor of Journal Work, reflects on years of temperance labor in Iowa. He notes a long, busy period, teaching and lecturing at the Never house and others, visiting many states as part of church and Sunday school outreach.
A garbled column notes an office policy on anonymous contributions and publication timing. It mentions the editor, staff offices, and the handling of communications intended for possible print, with unclear references to publication status and contributor identity.
Lawrence readers report a lively chautauqua scene with applause and wet grounds on Sunday at the Country Club while city officials plan a regular meeting at city hall. Other notes include road and rail updates, university catalogue release, probate court activity, farm bureau setbacks, and local business efforts to attract students.
A Kansas campaign launches August 11 with Clean-Up Squadrons, Red Cross, and American Legion to hear ex service claims for War Risk Insurance. Tours include Topeka, Topeka hearings, and cities across the state. six-official squads will assist Douglas County veterans in obtaining prompt hearings and benefits.
Ness Dickey and Miss Prieda Dickey of Meriden were in a Lawrence radar during the winter. Bliss Tickey moved to hayshares of the Windermartan work at Pinckney and Woodlawn this winter.
A short discussion on music as a healthful influence questioning whether music is properly valued in homes and if it brings happiness to families, citing a philosophy about music’s role in well being and daily life.
A fragmented advertisement touts a nervous system tonic composed of rare drugs including iodide of potassium. It promises relief for blood trouble, tired feelings, and nervous states, claiming rehabilitative effects and renewed vitality.
Mr and Mrs J D Mitchell and children Lee and Wade departed today for an overland trip to Colorado Hughes returned this morning after spending the weekend in Kansas City
Reports from Kansas State Agricultural College indicate Kanred wheat outyielding other varieties across states as threshed results rise. Data from Oklahoma and Kansas show Kanred averaging higher yields, with one Kansas field producing 36 bushels per acre for Kanred versus 24 for Turkey.
Derby Grain Co reports a deal with Deen shaft Cherokee Tumpenal at ten dollars and fifty cents per ton. The brief sale notes freight and delivery terms not disclosed.
Mrs. Elizabeth Cook of 325 S Market St Wichita Kansas says Tanlac restored her health after a year of indigestion. Her appetite returned her weight increased and energy restored. She notes relief from gas head ache backaches and dizziness after three bottles and cites local availability at Round Corner Drug Co and leading druggists.
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