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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 29, 1922
Page
4
Illinois awaits grand jury decision on the Herrin massacre as the case moves from local courts to a national spotlight, with the nation watching to see if there is a law or accountability in the deadly events.
The Yail strike slows work on the new high school building delaying completion and the hoped for 1923 commencement in the auditorium. Transportation tie ups ripple through Lawrence and other towns, affecting schedules and local plans amid national disruptions. Friends of Lloyd George seek control of the London Times as political maneuvering continues.
The article notes skepticism about Henry Ford blocking coal profiteering by shutting plants. It argues most big firms won’t close operations as a policy, fearing economic harm and industrial unrest. It also mentions Sweden voting against prohibition, and Canada going dry, with Mexico considering it.
The article denounces a radical rail sabotage plan as an imported threat and affirms American solidarity with workers on strike. It praises engineers firemen and public protectors risking their lives to maintain public service and vows the red plot will be smashed.
William D. Stephens seeks Republican renomination for California governor after six years as governor and prior service as lieutenant governor. Ohio native taught school and read law before railroads, then moved to Los Angeles in 1887 for mercantile work and banking ties. He served as mayor in 1908 and was later president of the water board. He joined Congress in 1917 to become lieutenant governor and later ascended to the governorship.
A collage of brief quips and snippets notes on everyday life and news. Mentions a Cleveland shooting, a coal shortage, daylight saving clocks, and local school enrollment schedules. John R. Barnes signs as principal. The piece blends humorous observations with stray facts.
Former Lawrence resident G W E Griffith now in Los Angeles writes on California politics during the primaries. He argues Hiram Johnson faces strong opposition from H Moore and local labor sentiment, noting Examiner backing but predicting Johnson may lose in the state and southern counties. He cites Johnson's anti administration stance and contention with the four power treaty as fueling the contest. He predicts a high stake primary with uncertain outcome.
Citizens across the United States face primaries and conventions as voters in Montana California and Kansas decide party and senate or gubernatorial contenders. The Palestine mandate ratification sparks Zionist celebrations while a Sacramento County vote considers a county manager charter.
Emporia Kansas reports a severe drought with hundreds of city trees dying from water shortage. Officials warn that without rain in a few days many trees planted last spring may not survive while gardens and flowers suffer. the city currently has ample water and no usage restrictions.
Ethel Carew learns of a tangled past tied to her father’s death and a mysterious ring. Barney Loutrelle, a Canadian veteran, reveals clues from London and a letter urging a return to Resurrection Rock. They head toward an old forest camp while Ethel’s grandfather pushes for a reunion with Loutrelle.
Honolulu reports the ancient kingdom of Nualolo on Kauai, once defended by three men, has been reopened. A new rope ladder from Nualolo beach restores access to its cliff trails and terraces, reviving a historic domain famed for its minimal armed defense and intricate irrigation network.
A dredge in the Minnesota river below the central dam at Fergus Falls brought up a two foot long egg shaped meteor. It is blue, heavier than granite, with hundreds of pebbles embedded. Engineers say it struck the river while flaming hot and the pebbles sank in as it fell. Business College opens Sept. 6.
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