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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 17, 1920
Page
1
A formal request was made today for state troops to be sent to Independence amid tensions. Officials cited rising unrest and asked for federal support to restore order.
In Independence Kansas on December 17, Ralph Mitchell identified Noble Green, a Black man jailed for the Wharton murder, as the shooter. A tense night saw mass protection efforts by American Legion and Home Guard units, with threats of lynching and calls for state troops amid race clashes leaving one white boy and a Black man dead and several wounded.
Prison officials in Lansing said they had not been informed that Noble Green, a Black suspect held in Independence Kansas for the killing of K.R. Wharton, was being moved to the penitentiary for safekeeping. They claimed no knowledge of last night's trouble at Independence and said they would have been advised if the transfer occurred.
Postmaster C. S. Finch states the Lawrence office has higher holiday activity than last year with four extra staff on parcel post and steady lines at windows. He notes incoming and outgoing mail up, ten to twelve sacks carried each forenoon, and wagons on the move to relay routes. Additional carriers may be added to meet anticipated next week demand.
The December report from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Department of Labor, notes fewer people employed in ten industries and increases in only four compared with November 1919. Coal mining leads gains at 13.3 percent, while woolen industries and boots and shoes show declines at 39.4 and 31.3 percent respectively.
The Geneva assembly debated differences between the council of the League of Nations and the assembly over mandates. After a long session yesterday, the mandate committee report criticized the council for withholding a draft of Syria Mesopotamia and Palestine mandates except under conditions. The issue was carried over for settlement today if possible.
A partial boys basketball schedule compiled by coach Max Klein lists home games with Iola Ottawa Argentine and Emporia and away games with North East Kansas City Iola Chanute Argentine Ottawa and Emporia with possible additions. Also today Overman was arraigned in police court on a vicious dog charge and pleaded not guilty with trial set for Saturday. The piece notes Yule predates Christmas as an old Scandinavian winter feast term.
The Fourth Kansas Infantry Machine Gun company assembled at the Lawrence armory as orders from Topeka directed readiness for movement. Capt. F. E. Jones and Lieuts. Stewart and Read, all with overseas service, led the unit. no definite order for action from Independence was given, but personnel and equipment could be ready to move shortly if needed.
Partly cloudy conditions expected in Kansas with little temperature change. Forecasters note minimal shifts in highs and lows as the period progresses.
London diplomats report Lords and government officials holding overnight talks seeking a compromise on the Irish Home Rule bill. A de facto deadlock between Houses threatens the measure, with the Commons’ insistence on the original text risking passage and possible automatic enactment once Turkish treaty ratification ends the war.
Washington, Dec. 17. Senate and house leaders reached a conference agreement on an emergency tariff measure to embargo wheat, cotton, wool, beans, potatoes, livestock and meats for one year. Senate leaders favor a flat embargo while house members push for a high tariff. compromise aims to aid farmers amid ongoing tariff legislation.
Paris report states war minister Andre Le Fevre resigned due to his opposition to the chamber's new military service bill proposing eighteen months obligatory service. He had pressed for two years with the colors. The piece notes a medieval Christmas belief in trees becoming intelligent and sheltering the Holy Family during Herod's pursuit.
Former secretary of state W. J. Bryan was invited to consult with President-elect Harding on plans for a world association. His arbitration treaty experience and Bryan proposals for a people vote world league informed the discussions.
New York December 17. Minutes of the National Iron Erectors Association meeting show allegedly unpaid advances in 1912 to the I W W and related expenses. Charles Cheney, secretary, could not explain the entries while his name appeared on the record amid questions about covert payments to I W W agents.
New York public session of the joint legislative committee investigating the building trust abruptly adjourned after a tumultuous demonstration. Chairman Kenyon moved to instruct the committee council to urge maximum sentences for all defendants pleading guilty to indictments arising from the inquiry.
Abram Troup of Logan, re-elected to Kansas 87th district, urges strong hygiene and public health focus. He backs state owned cement plants, school dormitories, road materials funding, and equal pay in state departments. He opposes frivolous laws and supports the American Legion program plus potential boxing legalization.
London reported that a clash between the House of Lords and the Commons over the Irish home rule bill was averted as the lower house’s amendment was discussed amicably in the upper chamber. The exchange left the fate of the measure uncertain, with officials noting cooperation rather than confrontation amid the historic dispute.
Washington reports 40,605,000 acres sown to winter wheat this fall, down 2.8 percent from last fall’s revised area. December 1 crop conditions stand at 87.9 percent of normal, versus 98.5 a year earlier and 88.4 of the ten year average on December 1.
LeRoy Martin, arrested in Florence Kansas and brought to Lawrence to answer a worthless check charge, was arraigned before Justice of the Peace R C Manley. His preliminary hearing is set for next Wednesday with a $1000 bond. He claims securities in a Nebraska bank cover the amount and vows to fight. A $25 check signed by Joe Wampler and a related note were involved. Pinkerton identification tied Martin to prior trouble and a Wyoming prison escape with Carl Isle, aiding Carlisle in the getaway.
Wichita readers learn a state rule for used car sales requiring a bill of sale and two identifying buyers. J M Young reports his car missing to police, who identify it as stolen after he bought it from a man known only as Slim and without a bill of sale.
Florida Governor Sidney J. Gatts issued an open letter asserting he would travel to West Palm Beach with a double barrel shotgun loaded with buckshot to confront Joe L. Warren publisher of the Palm Beach Post. He accused Warren of tyranny arrogance and big stick bossing and declared this the last warning after a Post article criticized his handling of Edgar Thompson’s reinstatement as state attorney.
President Wilson will retire March 4 to the former Fairbanks residence in Washington announced by R W Bolling, his brother in law. The purchase secures the house as the President's permanent home. Lawrence public schools closed for Christmas holidays reporting two weeks of vacation.
George C. Foster leads local fundraising for Near East Relief in Lawrence and Douglas County with church and Sunday school mailings and bank partnership to receive offerings. Miss Myrtle Shane, director of 5000 orphans in Alexandropol, Armenia, visits as Near East Relief outlines relief goals including food, clothing, hospitals, orphanages, and education while noting $40,815,226.74 disbursed since 1915 and ongoing centralized management across states and the nation.
Washington December 17 Republican caucus to consider reapportionment in the house to reflect the 1920 census. Nearly six measures proposed since session began. The main proposal by Representative Siegel of New York suggests a house of 483 members versus the current 455.
Half the county has been canvassed for farm bureau membership and results suggest a good show for the coming year. R O Smith and state farm bureau staff report gratitude and optimism as more farmers join daily, with remaining areas to be reached this week and future outreach planned.
Junction City Kansas December 17 Employees of the Kansas division of Union Pacific railroad share in the award for the lowest accident rate this past year and the division eyes system honors for safety this year Officials say banners will be awarded November 1 1921 to the system unit with the cleanest accidents per million locomotive miles to the division with the cleanest record on that measure and to the shop with the fewest accidents per 100 employees.
Final arrangements were completed at the YMCA for an open house tonight from seven to ten. The building was decorated this morning and members who will perform stunts practiced last night. Management expects a large crowd for the evening event.
A $100,000 jewelry theft and a police lieutenant’s slaying sparked sensational unsolved crimes amid New York papers accusing the Police Department of inefficiency. Bandits murdered Edwin W. Andrews in Fifth Avenue’s shopping district, released three captives, then vanished into crowds after looting the store. A later daylight hold up at the Astor Hotel left four guests shaken as investigators pursued clues. The Sterling Silver Manufacturers Association urged action, contemplating possible vigilance measures against lax policing.
University students begin Christmas vacation early and head home by train. Alumni groups, athletic department, and university administration urge local involvement in dormitory expansion, stadium unions, K U athletics, alumni organization, and university funding. Alfred G. Hill authored alumni literature to aid the effort.
Still husking corn remains the main farm task in eastern and northern Kansas counties with 75 to 100 percent completion. Prices for wheat and corn are low, livestock markets weak, and feeders report heavy losses. Hog cholera is controlled in central counties but remains in the southeast. Wheat pasture is widely used and stock are thriving. grain threshing continues in the southwest. A university club ammunition note announces extra supplies for county clubs. A small chimney fire at 910 Tennessee Street caused $5 damage, with Mrs. Mary Ames in the residence.
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