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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Aug 28, 1919

Page

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Dean Walker Receives Reserve Commission

Dean Walker is awarded a reserve commission in the form of a second lieutenant while he served with the Army. The action formalizes his rank and status as a reserve officer.

Military engineering course established at university

Dean T F Walker announces a new military engineering course opening this fall. It covers fortification construction road work and reconnaissance with both theory and practical field training in summer. Open to Reserve Officers Training Corps students and others seeking military engineering knowledge for future defense roles.

T. F. Walker Calone Army Cmeers Trainings Corp Dean Walker 21Th Engineers Camp Dodge Iowa Fort Isley Special Engineers Ft. Leavenworth 314Th Engineers 109Th Engineers Camp Cody New Mexico Crimp Dodge Walker School of Engineering Reserve Corps Washington Colon T. Co Engin

Negroes Seek Pact Amendment for Racial Equality

A National Negro Rights League delegation told the Senate Foreign Relations Committee that a peace treaty amendment is needed to guarantee racial equality in the United States. New York's A H Whaley warned of continued suffering unless better treatment is provided, while others urged a firm stance against compromise.

Washington Learue Senate Foreign Relations Committee United States Mack A. H. Whaley New York

Weather Update From Kansas City Missouri Storm Rainfall Report

August 23 413 inches of rain had fallen by noon according to the weather bureau as a severe electrical storm with hard rainfall moved through Kansas City with expected continuation. Partly cloudy tonight and Friday with possible local thunder showers in the northeast, and warmer temperatures Friday. Rainfall measurements and temperatures from the day before are noted.

Cansas City Weather Bureau Kansas N. E

Legion Post Honored by Dorsey Parents Note

The Lawrence post of the American Legion named for Lieut Eli Porsey received a letter of thanks from the parents of Lieut Dorsey. The gesture acknowledges the legion's memory of Dorsey who died from wounds in the Argonne battle. Wamego Kansas references appear in the damaged text.

Eli Dorsey American Legion Lawrence Eli Porsey Battle of the Argonne Dorsey Wamego Kansas EN Ferrell Dorsey Elf E. Ve Dorsey

University urged to acquire athletic field site

Dean Olin Templin urged the university to secure land south of the current tract to build a comprehensive athletic complex. He argued for space enough for ball diamonds, courts, and even a golf links, ideally 200 acres, to accommodate student sports and intercollegiate play. He warned delaying could miss the opportunity to acquire adjacent land for the project.

Lyity Olin Templin Coltere Dean Templin Univers Athletic Field

Washington Edicts Aim to Rally Mexican Congress

State department officials interpret recent moves as efforts by Luis Cabrera head of the Petroleum Bureau and others in the department of commerce to bring the Xi th Mexican Congress and the Supreme Court back in line with the Currí regime. Officials say Cabrera’s advice to the court appears intended to push conformity under a regime-aligned field.

Washington Luis Fine Petroleum Bureau Department of Commerce Cba Xith Congress Supreme Court Curri State Department Cabrera Bain

Post Office Wage Hikes Considered by Committee

The base postoffice committee reports a proposal to hire a fist in for ten and set minimum wages of 60 cents an hour for substitute employees. A post office department plan, led by Postmaster General Johnson, faces a potential deficit of 40,096,000 dollars, which critics say would unfairly burden the public. Retroactive measures are under discussion as Washington weighs directives.

Augustary Base Postoffice Committee Post Office Department J Nnns

Motorcycles lag cars in license records this year

County license office data show 44 motorcycle licenses issued by noon today versus 57 a year ago. Cars rose sharply with 2,652 licenses this year compared with 2,429 last year, a gain of 223. Dealers increased licenses as August totals show 98 last year and 21 for the prior year. President Wilson plans a September speaking tour starting in Columbus Ohio next Thursday with a Washington departure on Wednesday.

Trayvers Of &9 Wilson Washington Columbus Ohio

Father Identifies Son Skeleton by Gold Teeth

Eskridge Kansas August 28 The preliminary hearing of Rufus King charged with the murder of John Woody ten years ago was set for this afternoon. Witnesses including Dawson Woody father of John were sworn as the hearing opened. King was guarded by four officers and lynched by a mob in the Eskridge opera house after his wife Grace Wing and sister attended. Identified skeleton found at Maple Hill matched the slain man by teeth described by witnesses. State plans to proceed on murder charges and another count of killing a peddler against King.

Eskridge Kansas Rufus King John Woody Maple Hill Dawson Woody John Wooly Kings Wars Fonr Opera King Grace Tie E . Rinvey Wisner Nobracka

Notable air exhibit fatality reported near West Front

Unclear OCR fragment describes a fatal air exhibit incident near Seutfield Bellevue St Ohio involving Moya Meienheimer Perrott and Chanfear Hareshd Lew. Text mentions air pump, tight fish, and military engineering context with references to West Front and overseas areas. The readable portion implies a death during an air exhibit or display event with military connections.

West Side College Student Dies After Suspected Self Harm

A west side medical college student, Mire Sa Katz, is reported as suffering and later dying after a suspected self destruction incident. Doctors say analysis has failed to reveal the cause or substance involved. Authorities continue to investigate the troubled moment and context.

West Side Netati Gyato Ds Ieee Saeethaneo

Attacks on Kenyon Bill Rise in Senate Hearing

Former Governor of Calera defends Puawhers amid renewed criticism of the Kenyon Bill. Senate committee hearings featured remarks on ownership in the picking industry and calls for reform, with witnesses stressing conflict between business ownership and competition.

Calera Senate Ammons Cohorts Romeone Sen. Ransdell Lemperst. Lawskiane

Marriage Licenses Issued By Probate Judge Tindley

Marriage licenses were issued by Probate Judge Tindley to John Stubeck and Millie Carter of Lawrence and to Roy Newton Cone of Lawrence and Payttts Lucinda Dunnett of Kansas City Missouri.

Tindley John Stubeck Millie Carter Lawrence Roy Newton Cone Payttts Lucinda Dunnett Kansas City

Peace and Mind Valued Over Judiciary Honors

A fragment section praises inner peace over official recognition. James H. Gander of Bald win voices a preference for personal comfort over office duties and public accolades. The text meanders through names and roles, reflecting a ceremonial tone and thanks to county officials.

James H. Gander Baldwin i Mary Tate J. C. Wise Gand Vinis

Final Plans For Douglas County Fair

Final plans in preparation show Douglas County free fair set with tents and main buildings to house exhibits. Over twenty five residents of Lawrence plan to exhibit, including large agricultural displays and livestock entries. Local departments will demonstrate fair courses and youths from Lawrence will join transport to Kansas City for fair amusements and concessions setup.

Douglas County James Trawn North Lawrence Lester McGee Grant Iewnechin Lawrence Bo Sparks Chris Seluake Kansas City

Races Opened for Far County Fair Youth events

The Far County Fair opens entries for bike races and a parade event. Lawrence County teams and local boys prepare to compete in a planned schedule set for September 5. Local committee members coordinate divisions and safety for the event.

Boletie Forera Lawrenc Teave Sistem

Hogs Price Drop Reported in Market Notice

Auction notes indicate hog prices fell with Delothon market quotes showing hogs selling around 17.00 and 18.00 per cwt. The day featured bids and bids on carcass sales as traders watched shifts in demand at the ring. The report mentions noted traders and a general downturn in hog values amid market activity.

Court Proceedings Opened On Baldwin City Boundary Dispute

Leases were filed as the court commenced in Wellsville with three actions, one touching the Baldwin City limits to the northwest. Cain of Wellsville is involved in the dispute and the panel includes a jury line as part of the process.

Stere Cain Wellsville Baldwin City

Vacation Days Near End at L H S Enrollment Set

The article outlines the approach of ending vacation period while outlining the start of the new school term at L. H. S. Enrollment begins Monday with teachers planning special efforts to resume classes, noting changes due to wartime or health conditions and detailing registration and first-day procedures for students across grades.

Unclear Fragment Prompts Historic Revolt Context

Fragmentary OCR text mentions London and possible revolt themes with names like Dakkan and Alva but lacks coherent details or verifiable facts for a proper summary. Content is incomplete and cannot determine a clear event, date, or involved organizations.

Seoul Supreme Court Grants Appeal for Rev Mansfield

The Seoul Supreme Court overturned earlier judgment against Rev El Mansfield of Mansfield Ohio, a missionary convicted of sheltering Korea amid the revolt. The ruling quashed initial verdicts and remanded the case for reconsideration, with sentences reduced and the appeal moving to further review.

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Chancellor to Wade Home From Vacation

Chancellor plans return from vacation amid questions about foreign policy and domestic reforms. Officials say measures will be announced soon, with emphasis on economic stability, national security, and legislative alignment.

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Elis rent the sprpad-1 and policy on control work

Prbf Chas A. Dean of Agriculture College chaired a committee that outlines a policy to manage work control. The fragment suggests efforts to set standards and oversight at the college level. Names include Chas A. Dean and reference to an Agriculture College.

Anne Etnt Elis

War era general rank moves to senate for approval

A draft bill takes the measure to confer the rank of General on Kin the nermavens author and senior wartime choral leader. The proposal is sent to the Senate for final approval after House action.

Ry Frina Ray Waski Senate

Union Pacific fights new Golden Belt route in Grant Township

States highway commission backs Grant County to reroute the Golden Belt to bypass two dangerous grade crossings. Union Pacific argues federal and state law limit roadwork costs. county officials predict a legal battle and statewide implications. The aim is to reduce fatal crossings while preserving railroad operations and traffic flow.

Grant Township State Highway Commission Dasquias County Wouxki Union Pivile Railroad Rune Ninmgr Union Pacific Mitayneys County Missionere H Yume Battle Wi Theouite Bow Eresses Snilroad Federab Rsifromd Mds

Exemption Letter Sparks City Street Debate

A garbled excerpt discusses exemption from state taxes and city ownership of vehicles. County official Tobe M. Newlin references an exemption claim affecting public records. The fragment mentions a secretary and university health nursing but remains unclear on specifics or outcomes.

County Verein Tobe M. Newlin Tegisvieilleurs Reverntibsorat Entiire Finie Mint Boyne Univer Asmis

Concert Program Announced by Walter Rigden

Walter Rigden announces Fra ternal Aton band concert schedule for tomorrow with a mixed program including Mary Barr Evening Ty Barnhouse cornet and Walt Dyerrie Serenade. The event lists titles and performers with arrangements by Lamne and notes thirteen men from Lawrence council No 11 as guests at Topeka council's annual watermelon feed last night.

Aton Walter Rigden Direeter Mary Barr Lassie Walt Dyerrie Wheeler Geerture Bernicks Lamne Lascale Lawrence Council Zabad Topeka

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