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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 12, 1921
Page
4
The Kansas Star questions university governance in the Chautauqua coverage, arguing for more direct taxpayer oversight. It critiques a Kansas City influence and calls for faculty control and financial accountability amid regional events reported August 12, 1921.
The article notes Britain's keen interest in the Irish problem while implying Upper Silesia must wait for urgent issues. It mentions De Valera and Paris peace treaty duties, plus administration plans on Schwerthy federal tagest and refunding part of war debt with securities.
The text discusses extending payments to spread the burden and debates whether maintaining present tax levels will meet wartime obligations quickly enough, describing the dilemma faced by government leaders.
The piece notes Wakarusa valley floods submerging bridges and hindering farmers, mentions the Turkish conflict and a holy war appeal, reports Muhammadans in fighting forces, cites Charles R Crane’s Riga journey spending 3,000,000 Soviet rubles, and muses on Russia's postwar economy and a Lawrence chautauqua and sharing conferences in the same week.
The article reports on Rahskopf remodeling a wagon shop near the Methodist church and opening a flaxery and provision store. It notes shipments by Koward & Spencer to Iowa, Nebraska, and Minnesota, roof changes at a school, plans for a new building north of Wilder & Palin's, and Lawrence & Galveston Railroad to begin a river bridge project. Major E Redington resigns as paymaster of the Kansas Pacific to join a partnership with May or Governor and acquire Elijah Sells’s Humber yard.
Fifteen years ago in Lawrence the Lawrence Daily Journal reports Henry Winey left Steinberg's clothing house to join Robinson Spalding, a new firm. District Clerk Sherman A. Harvey is slated to address the Depute Republican League in August, with Jerry Simpson and Jerry Rotkin in town visiting local figures.
In New York on August 18 two national delegations met to discuss the latest chemical discoveries. The four days of talks include participation from British and American scientists, with British delegates welcomed by local authorities before the joint sessions begin.
The report outlines regional agricultural activity and weather, including wheat and oats carloads in Wichita and nationwide comparisons. It notes a divorce case where Wanderlust acts as co respondent, and mentions a Kansas association meeting and a pageant titled Christi in America. It also references a dangerous electrical accident with a tin reel and a midair wire fault.
A report describes diverse Catholic and carpet industry events in America. It notes Viel Tow’s carpe power loom influence and the Tuwer Family Association of America’s fifth reunion opening at the First Parish cuyel as the Jewish fast begins. Thomas Snowden, formerly of San Domingo, is placed on the retired list of the United States Navy.
In Versailles a hot day drives private soldiers near the Trianon pool to panic as six large crocodiles appear in the royal bath. The lieutenant calms them, then two men with a strange machine-like device say the reptiles are harmless and needed for some purpose.
Four Paris bound students Barrie Rich Yale Paul Nevill Jack Danforth and J Woods juniors at Princeton served on the United States Shipping Board freighter McKeesport for 14 days. They assisted in instruction at boy’s camps aiding devastat ed France. The crew taught English and handled ship duties painting scrubbing and more earning commendations and promised recognition from the captain.
Reports say the six Chinese built liners for the U S Shipping Board are nearing completion in Shanghai. The first two ships, the Mandarin and Celestial, will be delivered at San Francisco and Los Angeles, marking a significant achievement for Chinese shipyards and impressive capacity for the American fleet.
The article discusses the Reichsbank moving to issue fresh credits in anticipation of reparations payments, with about 2000 valued at four recipients. Equitable Trust Company represents the German government. Reports claim these actions relate to a quarter of the Aug settlement and propose paying 20,000,000 in silver, suggesting banks prefer silver transfers to maintain exchange advantage.
Letter discusses milk grading rules in Lawrence, noting a discrepancy between bacteriological and butterfat standards. The writer cites J A Winchell’s 1921 records showing high bacteria yet B grade, urging clearer explanations to reassure producers and consumers about fair testing and grading practices.
After seven years of trial and three major New York newspapers backing the effort a preservative method for newspapers is found. The system mounts each sheet between two sheets of thin Japanese tissue which seals the page, preserves legibility and strengthens the paper while avoiding disintegration.
The sale of Rothbrite bridges Elk River to LeHunt signals another fading Kansas village in Sycamore township as Crane Radjcal and Latimer join the ghost town list. The Neodesha electric line failed to materialize, leaving LeHunt in stagnation despite boastful hopes of growth.
Among the player-pianos of extreme high quality shown here we especially call attention to the designs, mechanisms, and performance features that set these models apart for discerning buyers.
Merriman instrument of exceptional musical worth offered at a reduced price to appeal to buyers seeking value for a new Flayer piano at Bell's Music Store.
A tentative camp for city youths was announced but delayed due to high water in Wakkrusaami Rock Creek. Director C E Telat stated a Monday update would set a new start time and hoped the camp would proceed in normal conditions by early next week if rain does not return.
Mrs F Osborn of Ballwin was wounded waiting for a street car in front of the Victory Cafe Wednesday night. Harriet Biggs, a niece, was with her when the car shock caused a severe wound. Osborn may stay in hospital a week. Miss Black’s pocketbook was lost in the confusion and should be returned.
A war department notice describes a new Sam Browne belt for nearby officers with unique single shoulder design, red accents, and built in first aid pouch. It highlights slide-in accessories and nontraditional features aimed at practical field use.
A Nebraska woman from Omaha credits Tanlac with restoring health after a nervous breakdown and severe weight loss. She reports improved appetite, sleep, strength, and overall well being after four bottles, noting the medicine is sold locally in Lawrence and other towns.
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