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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 03, 1921
Page
1
Report of a village being burned stuns British public opinion as officials move to retaliate. Strong entities cited include British authorities and unnamed local sufferers, with concern over wartime measures and moral impact.
A chaotic mob incident in Middleton involves police near Middleton Square. Seven dwellings were burned as authorities moved to clear occupants. A man named Gut martial Vax reportedly opened fire before being shot. Two bystanders died in the violence, with a public sheltering order and soldiers deployed.
A fragmented report outlines discussions with Curtis Mayion of Ohio about a tense situation involving delays, a midday invasion, and the roles of several figures including Giff Tin and Tremor. The text references forestry surveys and a New York representative, with limited readable details remaining.
A campus fraternity linked to New Professional Praternity Aten faces questions about alleged misconduct as university officials review claims of harmful behavior. Administrators and student representatives discuss safeguards, accountability, and the impact on campus safety.
Fragmentary text shows references to Talia Ine and a government factional dispute involving Uries and WHT. The readable parts hint at a joint action or frame but lack clear names, dates, or outcomes to confirm a definite event.
Women sign up for a three month course starting soon at the fair, with details on eligibility and participation. A note invites all interested to attend the session. Short Circuit in wiring at Kapna Psi house caused a Saturday evening outage at Seventh and Indiana. repairs underway. Local obituaries mention Berlin resident You Refthmann and former government employee James Threere von Rethmann Natl. Mrs Fas Haworth and Mrs Fenney visit Kai Mrs W As Guer and Miss Alice Guenther spend day in Kansas.
Weather note indicates fair conditions tonight with a slight drop in temperature. Tuesday may be cooler, especially in the eastern portion.
A petition circulated among Ford Matey Co employees in Detroit requests using the Ford plant during a shutdown to manufacture cars for workers. The document claims employees would cover raw goods and return the plant in as good condition as it is now, but many workers heard of the proposal only from organizers.
A film showing women at work organized by the Women’s Bureau U S Department of Labor will be screened on Tuesday January 4 The picture uses staged factory scenes to show women at machines and daily tasks Miss Linna Byecaste will discuss welfare commission findings from a Kansas survey about women workers Conditions and reforms are highlighted The event is part of regular weekly programs at University V A and will be held in the Home Economics department to interest those concerned with social and economic conditions.
In Baltimore on Jan 3 the physicians at Water Mills Shriver home decided to move Cardinal Gibbons home, hoping a change will benefit his condition. The aged churchman has stayed at the residence for four days and has received kind care from Themis and others, though some details remain unclear.
The Midland Grange held a large New Year dinner Saturday with a lively gathering. County Superintendent O. J. Lane and W. from the Kansas Grange Business Association in Kansas City gave talks. the meeting was one of the most successful for Midland Grange members.
In Wichita on January 4, Theodore Ossweiler Jr., son of former Kansas legislator Theodore Ossweiler, was sentenced to forty years in the state penitentiary for the murder of his girlfriend Carrie Cunningham. The crime followed a break-in at the bank where Cunningham worked as a cashier, with the killing occurring on church steps in town.
The weekly mothers conference will be held tomorrow afternoon at the city public health department in city hall. Dr Eugene P Sison appointed by Health Superintendent Dr A W Clarke will conduct the session. Children up to school age should attend and Mrs A L Green Miss Mildred Green and Miss Grace Green visited Kansas City today.
The Senate voted 63 to 0 to override President Wilson's veto on reviving the War Finance Corporation, a move supporters say aids farmers amid falling prices. Key figures include Senator Underwood supporting passage, with Republicans and Democrats split, and some paired votes noted. The house action follows similar Senate momentum, though Wilson argued the measure would mislead and harm national business, offering no direct producer relief under the law.
Lawrence advocates a centralized community building housing the Chamber of Commerce, Kiwanis and Rotary clubs, Red Cross, Scout Headquarters, Farm Bureau, and civic offices. Includes dining rooms, kitchen, office spaces, swimming pool, bowling alley, gym, and a large auditorium to foster unity, pride, and commercial welfare for Lawrence and Kansas cities.
Oscar Mamigonian, an Armenian student at the University, returned to Lawrence Saturday night from a trip in the interest of the Nearest relief movement. He visited Highland, Hiawatha and Topeka. Miss Adele Crim and Mrs. Clif Wilbur went to De Soto this morning to resume teaching after spending the holidays at their homes. Welch & Welch, Chiropractors.
Jeremiah Bohan of Brooklyn, an internal revenue agent, was arrested at police headquarters on charges he shot Monk Eastman, a gangster-soldier, after police said he confessed to the killing on January 3 in New York City.
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce elects officers for 1921 with C W Ober reappointed as president and C A Allen as second vice president. George J. Ki eck becomes treasurer and H H Spark continues as secretary. A vacancy created by F S Strong’s resignation was filled by a board appointee.
A brief note lists new faculty at the in school of fine arts with A. Griffith departing for Santa Ana California after Christmas. Mr. Smith, retired after three years in South America, returns to landscape work and has studied with leading artists nationwide.
Three missing balloonists from Av. Now. have been heard from after a frantic search through northern New York and Canada. The trio, en route home through Ontario, reportedly camped four days in the woods near Moose Fue, trading post, before sending word via a messenger. Aviation officers expect clearer news once a telegraph link confirms their fate.
Atchison police investigate a hold up alleged against Roy Jett Jess Simpson Eddie Harding and Robert Dixon. Taxi owner Charles Wardtarter reports the incident at an address in the town's eastern section last week as warrants from Bayes and Lee, officers connected to the University, are issued. Chamber of Commerce opens its 1931 meetings with plans for the year discussed by Dean F J Kelly. Local residents return from holidays in Salina Kansas City Fort Scott Manhattan and Lawrence.
At a joint council with Union Pacific officials and city leaders, plans for safety at North Pawnee crossings were discussed. Officials said immediate street watchmen may be installed at key crossings, but a full subway viaduct remains too expensive for now, prompting a joint re survey and further study.
The annual meeting of the Firest Baptist Church was held on New Year s Day with a noon dinner. Business discussed for the coming year and church activities were reported. Salary approved for Rev. Frank Jennings as pastor. Numerous officers and committees were named, including deacons, trustees, and superintendents, with many members listed as part of committees and ministries.
A New Year wolf hunt at Clinton failed to close on any wolves as the party roved from Enver. Despite the effort many hunts occurred and time was available, though no catch was reported. Another hunt is likely before winter ends. Mr and Mrs E L Major returned to Kansas City after visiting with Mr and Mrs F H Roberts.
Tax payments reached 28 824 58 on Friday the last day for first half taxes without penalty and bring the two month total to 412 757 62 with December at 332 057 14. County treasurer W H McKane notes higher rates caused more paid this year though fewer full year payments. about half of the year’s 897 000 total remains to be collected as bank and localPaid sums are tallied.
An exceptional identity program will be given in F hall Tuesday evening at 8 when Prof. Carl A. Tresheat of the piano department and Prof. Frank F. Kennit head of the violin department in the School of Fine Arts present sonatas for violin and piano. The program opens with Beethoven Sonata in A major and includes Grieg Sonata in G and Cesar Frank Sonata in A major. No admission charge. public invited.
Helen Dinklage of Kansas was severely cut and bruised after a car she rode in collided with another at Eleventh and Tennessee streets. She was thrown from the vehicle, treated at a hospital, then went home to 1209 Orrad Street to visit. Neither party suffered serious injuries. both cars were badly damaged.
A new tri tribunal to be known as the haretit court wisapered Locat at the ety hail will hear only hold up and robbery cases. District Attorney Roatan urged its institution saying speedy trials deter crime and provide quick justice.
Marriage licenses issued on New Year's Day are listed with the parties S FR Corbin and Ruth Bailey of Kansas City, B Frank Mosley and Corinne Jackson of Lawrence, and Ethel Hill who has been married, plus notes on Forrest Dodge, William Davis visiting relatives, and others connected to local families and businesses in Kansas.
Sam H. Harris announces price cuts in New York theatre tickets. Beginning tonight top prices drop to 2.50 from 3.0 as the producing managers association aims to prompt similar reductions by other managers.
The annual New Year dinner of the city fire department at City Hall featured guests including city commissioners. Chief Reinisch urged installing a five alarm fire alarm system to protect the business district and schools, with Mayor Kreeck noting efforts toward such a system. Commissioner Cleland advocated broader social gatherings of city officials and department heads to improve coordination.
Scottish Rite Masons of Lawrence staged a New Year program for about 1,500 children who attended Ann of Green Gables at the Bowersock and Varsity theatres Saturday morning. Many children without tickets were admitted. An afternoon Mason Temple reception followed with social hour and an engaging program. Evening fellowship for Masons closed the day. Five more free scholarships for nonservice men were awarded by the YMCA in Lawrence, exhausting the current list. redistribution may occur as funds permit.
The case against L Overman for buying a vicious dog was dismissed this morning in police court. The case against Frank Pearce for disturbing the peace was also dismissed. Mrs Insworth and Miss Dorothworth, holiday guests of Mrs W K Esigar, returned to Kansas City. Miss Linnie Sheets returned to Ottawa to resume teaching after holidays.
The twenty eighth biennial report by Chancellor E H Lindley shows Kansas Universitys expansion plans including a power plant medical building expanded hospital funding a new library auditorium and several new or expanded facilities. It notes salary pressures enrollment growth and faculty needs while highlighting the universities broad state and national reach through students from 101 counties and 25 states plus 21 foreign countries and 437 students from 133 other schools.
The car of E. J. Peel was taken from in front of the Eagles building about 1 o clock Friday night. It was found Saturday on the Baldwin road nine miles south of Lawrence, stripped of white tires, spark plugs and other parts. The Hupmobile roaster was wrecked, and Peel operates the Nine-Mile Ranch nearby.
Topeka Kansas January 2—Plans for a comprehensive analysis and survey of gas questions in the state are outlined in a report by the Public Utilities Division of the Kansas Court of Industrial Relations. The study covers field construction transmission and distribution across cities. The report signals a broad statewide inquiry.
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