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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1920
Page
1
President Wilson presents a program before Congress focusing on domestic policy and legislative agenda. He does not address any mention of a league of nations or formal treaty commitments in his prepared remarks.
A revision of federal tax laws is urged to fund a proposed free Philippines loan to Armenia. Advocates seek measures to reduce living costs and support war’s disabled through targeted training programs and aid.
In a messenger sent summary, President Wilson outlines recommendations toward a workable budget, federal licensing, and social programs. He stresses democracy against autocracy and pledges duty until victory, while noting budget reforms, cost of living pressures, and ongoing federal actions. Two mail robbers from Des Moines were sentenced to 18 and 1 years in Leavenworth.
Forecast for Kansas shows fair conditions tonight with rising temperatures by Wednesday. Discussion notes a cooler overnight, a warmer Wednesday, and a northwest portion experiencing similar trends. Time stamps reference yesterday and today measurements, with max and min values overall.
A fragmented discussion questions how a fresher’s mind compares to machine reasoning. The text references an engineering mindset at a university and mentions tests in geometry, physics, and information theory as part of early intelligence assessments.
Officials announce delay in farm legislation amid complexity and new conditions. Further review will determine the bill’s path and potential impacts on agricultural policy.
Washington Senate adjourned after a heated session as debate over wartime powers and a proposed revival of corporate war measures dominated proceedings. Senator Lange of Massachusetts led objections while others urged quick action, with negotiations shaping plans for a brief new session and possible legislative tweaks.
Homewood Bank of Franklin County may pay out after the discovery of about 27000 dollars in worthless securities misrepresented as assets. Deputy state bank official Aviesen reported the bank risks liability if not restored, with no immediate announcement of prosecutions against bank officers Hjort and Wit for placing the securities.
A proposal envisions King Constantine returning to Greece with a plebiscite to authorize his return. He would come from Brindisi to Thunderia where five hundred army officers would meet him at Piraeus. A Te Deum would be sung outside Athens followed by three days of rejoicing.
Poncon Ty TeBry Es Greenwood, chief secretary for land, declared in the house of commons that there will be no truce in Ireland until extreme leaders of the Irish Republican Army surrender arms or are arrested. George Hodges, former Kansas governor, is in critical condition, and Warren Brown of Wichita was elected to the Santa Fe board of directors at the December meeting, succeeding Charles S. Gleed.
A noon Chamber of Commerce meeting heard speakers press the duty of citizen action. W A Pine and five sons attended. city officials and local leaders discussed financing a town project, with calls for practical plans over talk. New members and visitors urged unity to boost civic programs and fundraiser aims.
In Pittsburgh and nearby Venn, no council member was named as a defendant in the federal district court filing late today. The charges relate to irregularities in the May primary election in the Third Congressional district.
A garbled note reports President Harding calling at the White House this afternoon. The exact details are unclear due to damaged OCR.
Dr Martha M Bacon argues short skirts are healthful for most K U girls and dress sensibly. She cites a study where many examined women had deformed feet from high heel shoes. She notes some male faculty criticized the fashion.
A fragmentary report notes John Rey and Clara Nipae coordinating women’s organizations at a holiday event. Alpha Chi Omega led sororities with notable contributions, while engineering and other teams earned cash prizes and cups. Local officials praised the effort, with a Christmas program planned by the Chamber of Commerce and remarks by Mayor Kreck.
Fragmentary text discusses a university event or exhibit with references to Maeterlinck observers and potential sales. The passage is garbled, lacking coherent names, dates, or definite actions, making it impossible to determine a clear subject or outcome.
A commuter from the Chancellor's cabinet revealed a plan to restrict classes to three sessions weekly at designated morning hours, with exceptions on certain days. The proposal, intended for the university, aims to schedule and possibly adjust hours, leaving specific mornings open for other activities.
Shriners paid a visit to Lawrence traveling by special trains. The group, led by a lodge member, marched through the city in a festive procession from Masonic hall to Union Street. The event drew a lively crowd as onlookers enjoyed the pageantry and the bands.
A school survey shows the center relocating to the south site this year. Officials cite space and program needs as driving factors. Community briefings will outline scope and timelines for the move.
Superintendent Smith reports near completion of a school survey and a forthcoming presentation to the Board of Education before Christmas. The survey outlines population centers and enrollment patterns, highlighting shifts in high school population and proposed remedies aligned with a continuing plan for district needs.
Farm Bureau activities fill the coming week as agents visit Clyde Kalb and I J O’Neil, with adver tising in towns from Pality to 7ville and a gopher poisoning drive near Lawrence. PF Petersen of the state bureau will speak at a Farmers Union meeting in Rudora, outlining national and state Farm Bureau plans. A meeting at Vesper school and a Belvidere area event will also feature bureau representatives detailing organization aims.
Washington December 7 Senator Harding and advisers debated two major topics the league of nations and cabinet selections. Harding consulted representatives from both sides including Senators Spencer Missouri and Johnson California while addressing crowds outside his office and staying at the residence of EL 2 MeLesai.
Calis Baker was asked by the house military committee to appear on Friday to explain why the war department has recruited an army of more than 180,000 men.
The text notes a grant of about 0 with the Nobel Peace Prize and lists Theodore Roosevelt as a past American winner in 1906 and Ethu Rowt in 1912, implying limited U S recipients in early history.
San Antonio police showed interest in a San Antonio News reporter Rossi who claimed to have talked with Clara Smith about the fatal shooting of Jake Hamon of Ardmore Oklahoma. Police released Rossi after questioning and noted Ardmore county attorney Russell R Brown asked the story be investigated.
Nineteen former high school boys who died in military service are honored with memorial trees planted around the school buildings. Names recorded include Mark Beach Albert Ellis Birch Max Brown John Chariton Charles Cone Everett Pemerritt Eli Dorsey Ralph Etlie Herbert Jones Thomas Artemus McClure Clark McCalhioet Glenn Oakland Theslore Ackland Ross Rummel Oliver Tucker John Tupper Harry Seniz and Potto Dingelsteit. Trees were planted in spring 191% by agricultural classes with thanks to Will Griesa and Frank Jones who presented the trees.
City authorities request further information about the plan for a new filling station. The inquiry aims to clarify site, hours, traffic impact, environmental safeguards, and compliance with local zoning rules. Public interest and stakeholder input are invited during the review period.
At a Quincy city commission meeting an informal application by the Kansas Texas Petroleum company for a Massachusets street filling station faced questions. Fred Olmstead said forty town men invested $250 each to buy their own oil and gas, but ground plans and driveways were unclear. Officials warned against entrances along park street and urged an alley north of the park to ease congestion and protect Quincy School children. The commission asked for detailed plans and a signed statement of intent. A second issue: an alley between Missouri and Maine in the 1000 block where east-side owners offer land for the alley and urged condemnation if needed to secure the right of way. The city signaled willingness to condemn but noted potential expense and litigation, proposing a conference of opposing property owners first.
Justice court appeal filed by Mrs Bird Griffiths against Mrs I L Garrett over rental balances for a property at 1229 Ohio St The case tracks rental increases from 25 to 45 to 60 monthly with partial payments and a June debt Justice Manley awarded 69 back rent plus 45 paid for June and costs. appeal follows Attorneys are George K Melvin for Griffiths and Thomas Habry for Garrett Also notes a Leavenworth County student Jerome Baker held on basstardy and transported to Leavenworth by sheriff for further action.
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