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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1919
Page
2
Treasury Secretary Glass estimates five billion dollars needed to run the government in 1921 for peacetime operations. Congress opens amid talk of a long session with extensive financial and domestic legislation expected, including railroad and immigration measures and continued wartime pay arrangements.
In the week ending November 22 the Lansing state penitentiary mines produced 978.5 tons of coal, per Wardel Codding's report to Governor Allen. The figures suggest increasing productivity for the period.
In Kansas City the 180 workers in the local yard ended a two day stoppage. A secret meeting approved the end of the walkout as a motion from within the union. An authorized strike claim cited by G W Andersen of Cleveland influenced the decision though benefits were reportedly involved. Emergency crews moved trains as car switching remained unaffected.
Mayor Kreeck ordered strict limits as Liawrenes faces severe fuel shortages. Businesses must close by 4 PM, reopen times set, bakeries stay open until 5 30, restaurants operate with heating limits, and public meetings restricted. Streetcar service cut to one half, and home power reduced to keep temperatures 65 to 71 degrees.
Major Samuel G. Clarke plans to raise a provisional company of 75 seasoned soldiers with gold service chevrons to guard miners and protect fuel supplies during a strike. Recruitment is under way at 1023 Times Street for men from Lawrence Baldwin and Otay, with a goal to form the unit within 48 hours.
Guardsmen hunt a suspected saboteur after the Ik.N.G. special was derailed at a switch near Af Rumboldt. Trains halted while authorities inspected the wreckage and searched for the miscreant, with no injuries reported.
Eight coaches derailed near Humboldt as a switch error caused a Santa Fe wreck. one man injured. Washburn College and Kansas guardsmen, plus volunteers from Topeka, Lawrence, and Pittsburg, disembarked in uniform and headed to the field. Early detachment of five hundred volunteers began work at noon.
The nominating committee for the Lawrence Business Women's Club will meet tonight to place candidates for all offices. Next Monday the committee reports at a general meeting in the Chamber of Commerce rooms.
The Cham ber of Commerce will hold its regular meeting after the luncheon tomorrow at noon in the Chamber rooms. Deferred business from three sessions will be considered by members.
The Varsity will feature two showings of Will Slep Save Fuel Tie with a matinée at 2 30 and an evening performance at 8 20. Lloyd Ware the manager says the efficiency of the flight and fuel charge will aid fuel conservation efforts.
The city board of education will meet at 7 30 at the home of Mrs A Henly to discuss closing time of public schools. The Henly home hosts the gathering to conserve resources and determine advisability of shifting school hours.
Fragmentary report shows civil matter involving parties and attorney actions. The document references a court hearing, adjournment, and related legal steps with unclear names and dates. Further readable specifics are not available in the fragment.
A telegram from Sheriff Woodward received in Jefferson City states the extradition hearing for Hugh J Baker, alleged car thief arrested in Kansas City with a vehicle tied to Mrs H W Schneake. A marriage license was issued Saturday.
A conference gathers local leaders and business figures to study industrial development strategies. Delegates discuss attracting firms, improving infrastructure, and coordinating with the Santo Tavern Traders group to boost regional economic activity.
Fragmentary OCR text mentions a shrine, gate and various disjointed terms including names and places. The readable items do not form a coherent event or outcome to summarize into a clear report.
The readable fragments reference a peace treaty involving Nei Reon and a new leadership or system. The garbled lines mix names and terms such as Hiya, Ge, Tlusgary, and supreme authority, with no coherent events or dates to confirm.
A hot motor triggered a fire department alarm at 1236 Dread Avenue. No damage or loss occurred. A grand opening dance is planned for May 5 1919 at Fair, Sto Newhouse.
An OCR damaged piece details severe issues with the interurban service including outages and schedule disruptions. It notes costs borne by the company and possible service pulling, with references to a station and taxi changes.
The Red Cross and city officials plan an afternoon meeting to solicit funds for needy families connected to the guard. Local officials note two cases needing immediate aid and expect broader public support as county bridge work nears completion.
A large volunteer mobilization forms at University of Kansas as 42 miners and guardsmen depart by train to support coal fields amid shortages. About 175 students and townspeople signed up, while 150 National Guardsmen remain ready within 24 hours. The first mining squad lists numerous students and officers from KU, with a subsequent guard contingent noted.
Major Clarke May head a 25 man company of ex service infantry from Lawrence Baldwins Ottawa and other towns. Samuel G Chirke, long serving commander, is asked by the Adjutant General to recruit the company for use only if coal demands rise.
Dec 1 reports great activity at Fiume with a destroyer expected from Zara per Serbian press. The Adria carried 1000 shock troops as Admiral Rizzo of the D Annunzio faction is aboard a destroyer planning to occupy Subenicko. Thousands of visitors at the scene.
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