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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1921
Page
3
London January 6 Premier Lloyd George urged thrift after citing President-elect Harding. He warned of an inevitable low mood ahead and urged Europe to act with practical effort, urging government and citizens to set an example of economy and reconstruction.
The cabinet appointed committees to cut expenses and Lloyd George proposes an in-house committee. A shouted “Divorce!” and laughter follow as he notes each family member would cut the others’ costs. He stresses rigid, ruthless economy is essential for the nation’s recovery.
Farmers in Sunanee organized a two team hunt to clear land and guard crops. The weeklong contest awarded points for squirrels hedgehogs foxes skunks and rabbits, ending with 84 20 points for the week. W J Gleason led the winning team with 51 900 points and a dinner where meat from the hunt was served.
About 54190 of the 170000 residents in Cassell, Germany, lack homes per the City Housing Commission report. The city is rationing rooming houses and hotels to shelter the homeless during winter due to postwar housing shortages from suspended construction. Citizens must occupy only essential space with any extra space allocated to the homeless regardless of ability to pay.
Poland's new constitution likely includes a state duty to care for children deprived of parental care or neglected, with laws defining the scope and protecting mothers in need. Officials in London report the draft would be unique, as no other constitution is known to include such a provision.
On January 6 the city commission opened an inquiry into the Topeka police department after the resignation of Police Judge Hugh McFarland and the suspension of Police Chief George Hannan. Testimony alleged liquor influence on officers and open sales at certain Topeka establishments, including the Midway Cafe in Perkins Building.
Ohioans assembled at the Santa Fe Station for a demonstration supporting the Ohio State football team. The Buckeyes failed to appear as planned. Emple gisting and other groups were present with coaches and bands but did not arrive. Special lunch building and medical notices noted at the event.
A damaged description notes a fur coat with dust colored wool and a panel back. It mentions a horizontal form and fastenings at the throat, with garbled wording about the garment’s style and construction.
An old advertisement promotes Edwards Olive Tablets as a gentle liver and bowel tonic. It claims most sickness stems from inactive bowels and liver and touts the olive colored tablets as a substitute for calomel. Prices listed are 5c and 30c.
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