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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 15, 1920
Page
1
Mat Cope spoke at a joint Rotary meeting that filled the dining room to capacity, signaling strong local turnout and interest in community discussion. The event highlighted cooperation between organizations and featured remarks from several community leaders.
At a joint Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club meeting, new Chamber of Commerce members secured during a week long drive were voted in. The Christmas fund was donated to the mayor’s Christmas tree project as Major Thomas J. Dickson spoke on the war and future engagements in Lawrence.
A Dudley says nine large bronze turkeys vanished and later reappeared near his home. Police traced the birds to a local market showing no sign of sale. A Vinland resident reported seeing the turkeys heading homeward yesterday morning.
The county treasurer’s office reports $8,185 in tax receipts and notes frequent delays caused by taxpayers who do not know their township or property description. A caller once presented a prior statement that would have sped the process, prompting officials to urge bringers of taxes to bring last year’s receipts or statements.
Kansas City news reports gangster George Evans, linked to two weeks of underworld terror, was shot as he entered a resort with a revolver drawn. Police pursue a man named by witnesses, while Evans remained free on a $20,000 bond for the murder of a bank cashier.
Washington reports a bill for 840 million dollars due today along with 650 million from taxes and 700 million in treasury certificates maturing. Semiyearly interest on liberty loans totaling about 140 million also payable, while January obligations include 300 million in certificates and 500 million in new issues proposed by Secretary Houston. Light Globes Stolen In Christmas decorations outside a store several colored globes were stolen and greenery damaged in the pergola. Mexican Telegraphers Strike Telegraph workers on national railroads ordered an immediate general strike feared to paralyze all lines after visiting officials.
The forecast notes yesterday's high and today's low with a focus on temperature shifts. Details read as a brief regional weather update, highlighting how conditions have changed from yesterday to today.
Junior high Christmas program scheduled for tomorrow at 11:00 in the high school auditorium. Parents and patrons are invited to attend. The program includes carols such as Away in a Manger and O Holy Night, readings by Josephing Klein and others, a short play The Train Leaves in Ten Minutes, and performances by Dorothy Power Killis Lester and Charles Wolfson.
Eugene Grace, president of Bethlehem Steel, testifies in New York in the building trust inquiry. He says Bethlehem will not sell fabricated steel unless erected under open shop conditions, denying sponsorship of the open shop.
Englishwoman Miss Agnes Slack honorary secretary of the World's Women's Christian Temperance Union will address the Christian church in Lawrence next Sunday at 11 o'clock under W C T auspices. Slack has spoken in Kansas before and abroad in the temperance cause since the Washington International Congress against alcoholism. Mexico City report notes General Benjamin Hill, secretary of war, has died after a period of illness.
Dr Young returns from the big convention where he spoke as head of the insurance commissioners association at the annual gathering in AU. He addressed topics on policy, regulation, and industry standards, outlining key directives for member states and signaling ongoing cooperation among agencies.
Dr W A Yeung supreme president of the Fraternal Aid Union and colleagues returned from the National Insurance Commissioners association convention at the Hotel Astor New York City. The gathering drew about 350 insurance men from forty two states with many fraternal society heads in attendance. Discussions centered on gain and loss showing and the Richmond bill with the Fraternal Aid Union opposing both. The event was described as the greatest convention of its kind and highly beneficial for insurance interests.
Geneva November 15 The Associated Press reports that mandates questions on the League of Nations assembly floor are likely to spark animated debate before action. A sub committee held stormy sessions as members push for action while others show indifference. The council struggles to secure replies from the supreme allied council and mandatory powers on supervision and delays information requests.
Professor H. P. Browne of the University of Kansas fine arts school will address the Women's Forum tomorrow at 4 30 PM in room 206 J er hall on The Experiences of a Secret Service Man During the War.
R K Nicholson trustee of Wakarusa township presented at a joint Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club meeting the east Lawrence drainage plan. The project creates a drainage district under state law with a ditch from 13th and Oregon north to Tenth and Haskell, then east to Butlerz road and the Santa Fe crossing toward the river. Costs are to be borne by the district with any balance split between county Wakarusa township and the city, per signatories Commissioners Andrews Cox Clelanet and city attorney Thiele. The action was approved and the committee authorized to continue work.
The Y M C A announces a large open house at the Association building Friday December 17 from 7 to 10 PM. Citizens are urged to attend as staff has been rebuilt and activities resumed across all departments with guided tours from basement to third floor led by Sam Weatherby and Robert Trown.
President John Bunn of the senior class says committees will study event costs to form a budget that would show students the price of each graduation activity. Backers favor a uniform assessment while opponents call it unfair for those unable to participate in every event.
Pittsburg Kansas December 15 Judge A J Curran of Crawford County District Court refused to dismiss the case against the Rev Juett Noble McDonald former pastor of First Presbyterian charged with defrauding church members in a mining stock deal. McDonald is expected to testify in his own defense this afternoon.
Stockholders of the Douglas County Fair Association met in Chamber of Commerce rooms to outline steps for broader county interest. Plan calls for two live men from each township to join the board and ensure active cooperation. A resolution urged Woodland Park trustees to safeguard property, noting it is cheaper to protect than repair. Remaining debt of 200 dollars for this year’s fair was called on by the board for prompt payment to wipe out the obligation.
Edward Valentine, an African American arrested in Chicago at the request of Indian police, admits participation in a railway robbery at Council Bluffs. He claims the robber obtained about 900000 in cash and securities, including nine hundred thousand cash from a female accomplice. Police report his alleged confession details the amount and method.
Austria won admission to the League of Nations by the assembly with 35 votes in favor, two absentees, four abstentions. No opposition. the decision followed British influence and a 1917 mission testimony. Separate items report potential Romania Russia tension over Bessarabia and a chaotic local motor incident ending with calls for assistance.
Principal F H Olney faces a space crisis as 808 students are expected to attend Lawrence High after Christmas, far above the 500 capacity. Twelve new recitation sections will be added, expanding to 150 daily periods, while only the auditorium and gymnasium may serve up to 800 people.
Chancellor E H Lindley will speak at a University convocation tomorrow after a morning conference representing all university interests. The subject is The Part Students can play in Achieving a Greater KU. The University Band Men’s G club and cheerleaders will attend to boost holiday spirit.
Visitors at a Florida winter art school show found nude figures garbed in middy blouses and bloomers. The Christian Civic League censored the display and suspended several figures from the ceiling by strings around their necks, labeling them "Landed by the Christian Civic League."
Dr Frank 43 forms partnership with Dr B Mc Clelland to care for Jatters veterinary business in Seneca Kansas after he arrived months ago. Reid, a St Joseph Veterinary College graduate, brings army service and practice experience to the partnership. Czechoslovakia tightens grip with a proletariat dictatorship in several districts amid clashes and casualties. Ruth Allen of Fisher store struck by car while alighting from streetcar. injuries described as slight and she is expected back at work tomorrow.
A fire at Mute Barn burned a mule barn on the river bank northwest of the Union Pacific station at 3 o clock this afternoon. No livestock were inside. Dinner Dance. Nearby events include a Kappa Sigma dinner dance for freshmen of the Sigma Kappa Sorority from 6 to 8 o'clock at the chapter house. Mrs. C E Blaylock and daughter Nina of DeSoto and Miss Roberta Stuart of Lawrence visited Mr. and Mrs. W L Blaylock in Midland Saturday. Also noted, thirty four women were elected to local town councils in recent municipal elections in England. Welgh and Welch Chiropractors.
Douglas County farm bureau pushes to cover the county by week’s end. Four solicitors sent by the state bureau were out yesterday, eight were in service today, and ten will be active tomorrow. Early reports show about 80 percent of visited individuals enrolled, with one solicitor obtaining 24 of 26 calls, another 13 of 18, and others reporting ten memberships from 18 stops. The effort will continue through the week and into next if needed to finish before bad weather returns.
Myrna Sharlow performed the University Concert Course in Robinson Gym despite laryngitis. The soprano delivered a well valued recital with four encores, excels in brilliant passages and enunciation, and impressed with three Negro songs before canceling an Emporia engagement due to worsening voice.
Former King Constantine and Queen Sophie of Greece with their children arrived in Venice from Lucerne. In the harbor Greek cruiser Avereff and smaller warships awaited the hour he would board for Phaleron, expected to reach Athens by Sunday.
Henry Morgenthau of New York former ambassador to Turkey is chosen by President Wilson to mediate between Armenian and Turkish Nationalists. He conferred with Acting Secretary Davis at the state department receiving final instructions for his mission. Also noted a Venetarian Bazaar Friday December 17 from 1 to 8 30 p m offering rifts aprons doll clothes and other items.
Alumni and citizens of Kansas prepare for a two day program at the University of Kansas in Lawrence for the inauguration of Dr E H Lindley as Chancellor. Events include lectures music a reception and a dinner with educators and officials from state and university administrations.
In police court this morning W D Hackney of 1216 Tennessee Street faced a charge of trying to enter the Bowersock Theatre through a transom last night. He claimed student status at the University and listed several names including a prominent football figure, with city attorney Walter Thiele advising enrollment in ethics courses. Thomas Daniels denied any entry attempt through the transom. Both men were cited to appear on January 6.
In a police court this morning scrambled eggs belonging to De Luxe cafe were the topic. Henderson, the day porter, and Green, the night porter, were involved after a Greek chef found eggs in the basement. Henderson handed the eggs to Green who denied knowledge of their origin. After lengthy argument the case was dismissed and Green returned the basket to the restaurant.
Baltimore reported that a nurse was sent to care for Cardinal Gibbons at Robert T. Shriver’s Union Mills home after ten days of rest. Physicians stated the 86 year old prelate suffered fatigue from overtaxed strength and would likely return to Baltimore within days.
A community box supper and pie social is announced near Lawrence on the Fort to Fort highway, five miles north of town and half a mile north of Six Corners. The event is scheduled for Friday, December 17, with invitations for all to attend and bring a bus or vehicle. Miss Carrie Hunsinger teaches the area school.
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