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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 20, 1925
Page
4
Belgian debt settlement with the United States marks recognition of a moral duty owed by Belgium and other Allies. The accord is not a precedent for other nations, but it frames postwar terms as Americans weigh future programs and the capacity of debtor nations to pay.
The text discusses equitable road funding by taxing farmers and using their payments for nearby roads, noting laws favor higher revenue but little permanent work. It suggests keeping funds local, contrasts current practice, and mentions possible policy shifts. It also proposes boosting Eldridge cornerstone events by inviting a Quantrill gang survivor to add a provocative, attention grabbing stunt.
The note marks Raymond Poincare turning sixty five and recalls his long political career in France. It highlights his cabinet roles at age thirty four, ascent to premier, and presidency, portraying him as a steady leader at the helm since the era of Marshall MacMahon.
A recent service marked the 710th anniversary of Magna Charta in Egham. Clergy, Scouts, fire brigades, friendly societies and hundreds joined a two mile procession to Old Windsor End where Bishop Darlington and Sir Joseph Cook spoke. Nearly 10 000 attended and joined in a prayer praising the deed that defended laws and liberties 700 years ago.
Today honors the birth centennial of Archbishop John Hennessy in Dubuque and marks Raymond Poincare’s war era presidency with a national birthday note. The International Association of Game, Fish and Conservation Commissioners convenes in Denver as a Vermont jurist’s portrait is unveiled in Newfane. An Italian aeronaut departs Turin for a roughly seven thousand mile itinerary stopping in six capitals, with Irish figures connected to Belfast noted in passing.
The article discusses auditor Cajaux and a government plan to fix the franc with a 95 francs per pound guarantee amid a floating loan and proposed taxes to fund a sinking fund for debts. It argues wages should be guaranteed in line with bond interest, contrasts workers' gains with small investors' losses, and notes bankers and experts expect the franc to rise if the plan succeeds. It also references labor's demands and the social impact on office workers and pensioners.
Topeka Aug 20 A PR Styles in little girls names change almost as often as styles in hats Burt Brown registrar of vital statistics Tor the state board of health declared today But christening new sons and sue names as John George James and William always are regular Girls Homes vary according to periods rather than season Mr Brown added explaining that Re
Vision for a national shrine carved from granite in the Black Hills of South Dakota would honor Washington and Lincoln with a 200 foot tall monument. Gutzon Borglum plans a $1,000,000 memorial, seeks South Dakota backing, and reports a New York financier may fund the project.
Topeka reports a premium market for livestock and grain amid shortages. A Kansas state board of agriculture table shows crop values over the past two decades, with 1919 and 1924 notably high, and recent years fluctuating from $351 million to $699 million. Local ads note bed pans and bread products.
Jim Fowler and Bob Wilson, two roving youths seeking steady jobs, evade a theft suspect named Spike in Crater City. Spike lunges with a razorlike spike as Bob narrowly foils the attack, and Spike is knocked unconscious by a right fist. Detectives take Spike into custody while Bob contemplates the path to honest work as Jim keeps their plan secret.
Radio medical service by the Seamen's Church Institute of America has expanded in cooperation with the Radio Corporation of America and the U S Public Health Service to operate free on ships worldwide. The institute reports to the General Convention of the Episcopal Church and notes government recognition of first aid principles as essential for maritime officers.
In London on August 20 the Marquess of Lincolnshire faced criticism from landowning colleagues as his bill to grant a living wage to farm workers was defeated in the House of Lords. He defended his stance by noting his estates pay above legal minimum and lamented the lack of agricultural discussion since 1905, calling it a national scandal. A medical scientist warned that infectious diseases may originate in trees and shrubs and spread by resident insects. He also noted that about 95 percent of China’s population is illiterate.
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