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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 22, 1920
Page
1
Unemployment burdens Britain as forecasters warn of a severe winter for the isles. Officials project continued hardship, with industries and households bracing for sustained economic stress and restricted domestic energy supplies.
London reports pessimistic editorials blaming unemployment and strikes for worsening conditions. Critics argue premier Lilay’s plan may help but others say it does too little or wrongfully. Newspapers fault workers for strikes like the miners’ walkout while others defend government action amid looming winter privations.
Washington December 22 President-elect Harding will travel from the White House to the capitol on March 4 and return for luncheon as customary. Joseph Tumulty, secretary to the president, said arrangements include travel by plane and tight security despite potential storms.
Dec 22 London dispatch reports Navist George addressing the House of Commons amid uncertain British policy toward Ireland and the dominions. Geneva sources note Irish questions linger as Dublin and London officials weigh the next steps in the imperial debate.
The preliminary hearing of Te Nay Martin, charged with passing a worthless check, was continued this morning in justice court to Wednesday next week, December 29.
Dec 22 at Toveka reports the coldest weather of the season with readings from 10 to 12 above zero in central and eastern Kansas. Northwestern areas saw temperatures near zero under a northwest wind. Goodland registered two degrees below zero. Forecast calls for partly cloudy skies tonight and colder in the east.
A Helsingfors dispatch reports a serious labor riot in Petrograd with many injured. The unrest followed soviet refusals to demands for more food and a shorter workday. The dispatch notes 105 laborers executed and a forced confrontation amid the protests.
Debates show members labeling the 4 consumption tax as an economic crime. Discussants warn the measure could trigger broader harms and a push to oppose at committee and public levels. Local groups advocate reexamining the proposal amid concerns about economic impact and profits.
From FMSCOUNT FARM PAPER Washington December 22 nearly one billion dollars in farm produce rebates hold strong. Government reports show large sums tied to ration reform and sales, with district figures indicating vast nationwide impacts for 1920. Governor Huey referenced in discussion as part of federal relief programs.
The article notes a community concert by "Blind Boone" at Ninth Street Baptist Church tonight at 8 15 with the whole community invited and celebrates his forty first year in the country.
More than 200 persons were detained across two raids on all night entertainment venues in New York. Detectives sought clues about possible links to gunmen and murders as police, including a rifle squad, combed the city to identify suspects and potential informants.
Brussels December 22 Allied experts and delegates discuss Germany's indemnity payment. They treat 100 million marks in gold as a base but press to adjust toward German needs. Secret reports show Germany as insolvent and the conference weighs maintaining German credit while limiting liability.
The mayor's committee plans to send out more than 100 dinners as Christmas gifts this year. Donations of goods and money have increased, with gifts piled high in the mayor's office and the city council room.
The mayor's Christmas committee in the city hall council room packed boxes as merchants donated foodstuffs for needy families. Rev. M. Lee Sorey reported gifts of all kinds far exceeding prior years, with eighty five dinners planned and hoped for more as deliveries advance. The effort aims to feed many families this holiday season.
A fragmented report outlines wheat movement and rail freight data with figures for 1920, noting 00,000 bushels of wheat associated with a Kansas City operation and 59,000,000 bushels in a comparable period last year. It cites declines and shifts in production, capacity, and market indicators across regions including Remsar and Kut, with forecasts and price signals affecting farmers.
The case involving Walter F. Wilson and the State Bank Cor poration was closed with a decision to be submitted to J. M. Cha for commission by the supreme court. Attorney General Richard Hopkins is to present testimony by deposition, but he is slightly ill. A ruling is expected within two to three weeks.
President Wilson and Mrs Wilson rode in an open car to observe Christmas crowds on F street. He viewed decorated shops and the capital’s busy shopping district as crowds passed by without much notice.
Washington reports the Ways and Means Committee will review tariff revision plans. A debate over the proposed rate structure is noted, with discussion of a $265,500,000 appropriation and final decision expected as part of the fiscal policy agenda.
City officials report rising insanity among the Negro population over six months. Dr. J Thompkins states fifty insane Negroes treated at the city hospital, mostly incontinence or alcoholic-related cases. The piece notes a recent meeting of hospital and health boards with local leaders and speaks to concerns about social factors and proposed responses.
Police raid on the Combs Hotel in Lawrence led to two police court convictions for indecent conduct. Earl J. Cobb was found guilty after pleading not guilty. he paid a $50 fine plus costs. Two women bonded at $40 each failed to appear and forfeited their bonds. District court appeals and status questions linger over the case and potential further action.
A damaged report describes an Army air craft incident at Mitchell Field with a gas line leak causing a crash landing. Lieutenant Kirke Mitchell Field is named in connection with the event at 1:36 o clock.
A clemency bill discussion dominated by calls for the death penalty. advocates urge extreme punishment for crimes while a field trip in Lawrence features students from Beetle Croat school visiting dental exams, poultry farms, and the university, with a day of outings.
Fragmentary report notes Captain Gabriele and family including Arthur Mrs Bar and daughter Marjory, with a reference to shopping in Kansas and a day spent there. Details are unclear due to damaged text and incomplete phrases.
December 22 Chicago report: county clerk Robert M. Switzer urged the finance committee to raise marriage license fees to $3.00, matching the dog license price. He noted marriage permits cost $1.50 currently and advocated parity with the higher license category.
Lawrence Rotary meeting at the Chamber of Commerce discusses education funding and state university support. District leaders S D Snediker and Everett W Hill send greetings. Oscar Mamigonian presides. Frank W Smith sings. BE Lindley urges support for a statewide educational program including KU KSU and other state schools. A committee will urge Kansas Rotary clubs to back the effort.
The Trinity Lutheran Sunday school sets a Christmas program for Thursday December 28 at 6 o clock with songs recitations dialogues and tableaux. Participants include Marie Hunter Richards Brooks Dorothy Haglards Nova Nelle Harris Chace Perkins Helen Shiraz Hazel Shiraz and four young performers. The program features an opening song the role of the angels and the shepherds and a benediction with a budget of community participation.
The 26th Forefathers Day reunion at Plymouth Congregational Church highlighted a banquet for 153 New England descendants. Dean P. F. Walker elected president. Dr. Lindley urged Pilgrim principles as a world-saving guide. Recurring tributes featured poetry, songs, and Lawrence community reminiscences.
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