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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1922
Page
2
A compact digest covers Ireland's Free State leader Arthur Griffiths death, railroad workers' tensions amid a coastwise strike, Kansas crop output and farmer concerns, plus warnings about foreign liquor powders and a lighthearted note on St. Louis girls’ week.
The text discusses oil supply and price strategy amid a coal strike and reduced crude output by large independents. It warns of rising publicity around heating oil, hints at a liquor cargo war in New York, and notes gunpoint schemes by promoters and lawless enforcement by criminals, while laments insufficient police protection.
Editorial notes the three month stock market rise despite a major coal strike. It argues no panic, money is plentiful, interest rates are low, and labor demand is strong. With good crops and farmer purchasing power, a wave of prosperity is expected as industries adjust and return to growth.
Today marks the centenary of James Strong’s birth, noted educator and biblical scholar. Also observed is the anniversary related to James W. Marshall former Postmaster General under Grant, while a Florida peace proclamation twenty years earlier ends a war. Veterans encampment opens as a grand jury convenes in Wellsburg West Virginia amid reports of a deadly clash at Clifton Mine on July 17.
A travel note recounts a Lawrence to Salina drive with stops at St. Marys Manhattan Junc tion City and Abilene. The party visits old friends notable in farming publishing and politics, comments on road quality and scenery, and praises Salina Daily Union publisher Brady and local progress.
The article recalls a January 1878 visit to Pawnee Rock and Hanston, recounting early settler life, the town’s growth, and notable locals. It notes the Woman's Kansas Day Club building, church efforts led by Chas Ravi Jr, and memories of the Dodge-Hays trail era with ranches, schools, and religious work shaping the community.
On Sunday mornings the Lee plant at Sixth and Vermont streets is the town’s busiest spot as residents stock up. The sea plant reportedly does not deliver on Sundays, prompting people to arrive with various containers and makeshift carriers to fetch ice.
Colonel Ed Little, whose illness was reported last week, is somewhat improved according to a telegram received by Lawrence.
Parsons, Kansas and fellow New Yorkers select the Bread Basket of the World theme for the National Women's Activity Exhibit in New York City. The Kansas display traces wheat from field to loaf, notes farming finance, butter making, syrup use, and the role of women in agricultural and professional circles.
Sir Joseph Bo Thine, a farmer and wool buyer, rose to wealth after diamonds were found on the Vaal mines in 1887, later serving in public office. The piece notes his role in Kimberley and empire service, while also reporting a separate police court matter where Charles Allen was fined for disturbing the peace and paroled after a dispute with a woman. Local police court proceedings and traffic violations are summarized in brief.
Readers follow Medo and Ted on a river voyage toward a Chain of Lakes as they seek permission to camp, encounter an elderly widow guarding land, and face challenges from the wild along the lakeshore. The tale blends rugged exploration with local characters and rustic adventure.
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