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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 27, 1921
Page
2
Editorial excerpt cites Deuteronomy chapter six urging diligent keeping of commandments statutes and judgments to ensure well being and possession of the promised land. It recalls Egypt exodus signs and wonders and the aim of fearing God for continued life and righteousness.
The Kansas Conference of the Free Methodist Church in Lawrence asserts there is no culture conflict with Christianity. Educational centers become centers of Christian revival, showing science and religion no longer quarrel. The education culture now serves religion, not threatens it.
An official of the state Federation of Labor is viewed as a reliable spokesman for a program to upset Kan economically this winter. The proposed plan calls on the state to take over and operate the mines at greatly increased cost, risking industry upheaval, higher unemployment, and a heavier tax burden for residents. The strategy appears counterproductive given the authors are state citizens who would bear the consequences.
The Lawrence merchants’ dollar day failed to draw expected crowds as shoppers focus on price checks. Observers say the so called buyer’s strike was not a coordinated movement but a temporary phase marked by cautious buying during wartime.
Mathias Erzberger, a prominent German public figure, has been assassinated. He opposed monarchist forces and criticized the submarine war, marking him as an early critic of Germany's wartime policies. His death underscores political tensions in postwar Germany.
The text notes that after the Kaiser fell Erzberger rose to a high government post, anger from adherents of the old regime fueled a deadly attack. The murder ended his life amid tensions as the old order resisted the new leadership.
Promoters delay affects two to three hundred officers below Major Peck while a veteran argues the seniority rule in peace time. He notes merit systems fail due to political manipulation and asserts seniority ensures fairness and proper esprit de corps, despite objections to rigidity.
The article notes excessive social activity harms a young Spring Hill banker’s finances. It states that many valued community workers dedicate time to work, leaving parties with only minor attention from their schedules.
Reprinted from the Lawrence Republican the note recalls sweet potatoes watermelons musk melons and other vegetables in market after late rains. It observes crops improving and locals had feared Kansas was a dry country but now expect rain.
Readings note fears among eastern residents about poor crops and frequent rains. Corn is decent, potato sprouts appear, and late yield looks fair though overall crops are below average. A new bowling alley opens on Vermont street near Gates and Crocker. Lawrence town progress cited. Venison from Mr Shepherd praised by locals who tried it.
Invitations are out for the wedding of Miss Carrie Evans and Mr. Herb Stanford. Jonathan apples from Kumler & Underwood sold well in Lawrence markets. The Lecompton harvest home picnic occurred today with many Lawrence presents and a material drive arriving late afternoon.
Kansas City will offer night school programs to help the unemployed prepare for work this fall and winter. The local school board says practical courses are available to all, with about 25 000 jobless in the city. Enrolment last year reached 5 000 with most in high school work and elementary classes. many courses include trade training. Classes meet one hour three nights weekly.
People in Lawrence may consider an eight percent preferred stock investment. Major Burdick invites interested parties to request an appointment to review the facts. Guffin Taxi Service adds a new Chrysler sedan to its fleet, claiming the best up-to-date service in the city. Phone number is 987.
An old classified style notice offers Griffin Coal Co for coal orders. It includes phone numbers for pickup and taxi and country drives, inviting immediate orders and asserting swift delivery.
In Lawrence, none of the young women at the Douglas County teachers' normal institute wore bobbed hair this week. Local residents plan trips over the new Fort to Fort road once section 6 opens. The Douglas County Board of County Commissioners met with diverse interests present. Ali Andrews, former commissioner, reports fall plowing delays due to rain but progress now steady. Clerk of court notes few filings but expects a court term in November. The board will open bids next week for the Patton bridge reconstruction after flood damage. A bending company tried to secure Fort to Fort highway work by approaching the board with a bidder this morning.
The last of this summer's union church services in Southpark will be held tomorrow evening. Rev S S Klyne of the eli est Methodist church will preach tomorrow morning on Summit Lives. City commission meets Monday evening. bids will be opened for several paying city jobs. Earlier showers today did not affect temperature. Kansas City Chamber trade trippers arrived in Lawrence this afternoon at 4. They visited Topeka and are en route to Kansas City. Stanley Myers, KU football star in 1908, named district attorney in Multnomah county Oregon. Concordia Kansas hottest at 164 and Wichita 102. Some cars run with bright lights, others with none. A state cigarette raid may come later this week, making cigarettes harder to buy in Lawrence. Fred Rigby, ex KU journalism student, now Studebaker foreign advertising manager, stopped in Lawrence yesterday on trip from Topeka to Kansas City. Alvin Fisher and Grace Cordis of Overbrook obtained a marriage license in Topeka yesterday. United Brethren church bought the New Rowena hotel in Lecompton and will remodel Rebekah Initiation.
The Lawrence Cream Company announces a new cream station at 112 West 7th Street beside Griffin Coal Company, just west of Lawrence National Bank. It pledges to pay top prices and offer prompt payment and good service to customers.
Bryan and McNish converge on harmony surrounding a principle of pure trape, juice, and pure water, signaling a discussion framed around beverage purity and scientific terms. The note mentions telephone contact for further details.
A Kansas judge refused to issue a marriage license to a girl aged 14, stating she is too young and should wait until juvenile court age. The bride’s mother accompanied her, offering consent. The incident followed other regional notes from Independence, Neodesha, Cherrymale, Wichita, Topeka on storms, reunions, speed signs for foals, coal shipments, and counterfeit-check concerns.
A reported discovery describes a method by which the muscular tissues of horses and cattle can be converted into silk. The claim highlights potential new materials and applications though details and feasibility remain unclear.
Glenn and Rosemary Glenn visit Lecompton and Big Springs while Geo L Glenn, Chas Bodhmaier and families roam Topeka and Lecompton. Weekly church services, summer heat, and community visits mark a busy stretch with farmers, teachers, and residents cited among news items, travel, and local events.
Hobbs as pastor conducts Sunday schedule with a 10 p m meal and 11 a m sermon by Rev S A Burgert. Young Peoples meeting at 7 pm followed by union services in South Park at 8 pm to close park vice appeal for season. All churches resume in Sept 1. May we return to our own houses with renewed brotherly effort.
Sunday services at noon with the subject Christ Jesus. Sunday worship at 10 a.m. Testimonial meeting Wednesdays at evening in the church. Reading room in the church office open from to 5 every afternoon except Sundays and holidays. The public is invited.
The Ninth Street Baptist Church women and men held a rally raising $1000.30 with women contributing $657.30 and men $443.00. Pastor G N Jackson led preaching sessions at 12:30 and 8 p m with Miss Margret Thompson presiding. Thanks were extended to supporters.
Trinity Lutheran Church schedules 9 45 Sunday school and 11 00 morning worship with a sermon by the pastor titled The Other Self A plain talk to parents and young people The p m union services will be held in the park Friday at 8 p m a special congregational meeting will be held to consider revision of the constitution
Centenary Methodist Episcopal at 348 Elm Street lists Bible schools at 10:00 a.m. with Clarence A. Pile as superintendent and Epworth League activities at 7:15 p.m. led by Miss Hattie Rinehart. The pastor William L. Morris preaches at 10:00 a.m. with institute echoes and reports described as entertaining and instructive. Union services and park gathering scheduled, with references to a sermon from Matthew 25.14.
Susie Wilcox pastor invites all to Sunday school at 10 o'clock with A C Benson superintendent of the primary dept and morning worship at 11 o'clock Mid week service Wednesday at 230 and Christian Endeavor Society at seven Sunday evening A welcome to all.
At St Luke A M E Church the fourth quarterly meeting is announced with 9 45 a m Sunday service led by J T Smith and 11 am sermon by Rev G Norman D D of Nashville Town on The Bible and Mathematics. Evening services by Norman at 8 pm and Allen C E League at 7 30 pm with music. church notes and morning worship at First Methodist Episcopal Church by Dr S S Klyije with 9 45 am Sunday school and 11 am sermon Summit Lives. union service planned for South Park in the absence of an evening church service.
Forest E. Witcraft serves as assistant as Morning Worship begins at 11 00 a m with a sermon titled Woise than the Bat tle. Union services at South Park are set for 8 p m with the pastor to speak, Sunday services at 10 00 a m.
Cherian Coal Co. advertises coal sales with a contact phone 88 and promotes Pierson's Hand Made smoke from Lawrence. The ad also urges riding a bicycle for health as a public lifestyle tip.
The first detachment of Hi-Y members will attend a two day outing nine miles from Lawrence, leaving at noon today. A second group, with W H McKeen, will depart this evening for camp. Assistant Principal Speers, L H Emmett, Secretary Daniels and C E Plath will be at the camp as the Hi-Y plans its coming year during the outing.
Judge C. C. Stewart of the city police court will be in Lawrence Monday to resume regular sessions. Chipty Allen is scheduled to answer a gambling charge and William Dix son is slated to appear on a speed charge.
Local residents share visits and family news including births, health updates, and daily chores. Highlights mention Miss Rose Alberts visiting, Scheer moving a building, tonsil removal for Annie Kampschroder, and several calls on Bidninger and Murphy homes. A community picnic at Fitzpatrick home and readiness for the Big Spring fair are noted amid routine social calls and travels.
Advertisement note for sanitily bottled soda water labeled Drink MeNish made in sanitary bottling works in Kansas with contact phone I'hone 198.
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