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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jan 12, 1921
Page
1
A city council proposes a plan to disarm a former war member amid debates over powers and authority. The motion seeks to clarify jurisdiction and public safety responsibilities, with officials noting potential cooperation from federal or regional agencies.
Secretary Daniels told the House naval affairs committee that if a world disarmament conference is held a prompt and inevitable response would follow from nations that agree to reduce arms. General Bliss argued any nation refusing disarmament would face consequences akin to Germany. Daniels provided data on sea powers, noting American strength will exceed Britain in tonnage after 1925 builds, while Japan’s relative position would improve if it completes its 1927 program. He warned the U S lacks speedy aircraft carriers and urged action now toward disarmament or risk maintaining the biggest navy.
The Farmers Union of Valley will host a benefit program Friday evening January 14 for Valley school district No 14. Short talks by W C Simons George J Kreeck Frank Fox and C J Lane will highlight the program with music by Fitz Orchestra. The event begins at 8 30 oclock and children under 10 enter free.
The composer Johann Strauss conceived the famous “Blue Danube” waltz while strolling with his wife in a park without paper. He improvised the tune on her white linen collar as his own linen was unavailable.
Generally fair conditions forecast with rising temperatures on Thursday. In the west and north portions, tonight will remain mild. Temperature readings show a warm day today and a cooler period overnight, with notable highs and lows recorded at specific observation times.
Daniel O Melrney Jr a six year old boy is in serious condition after drinking moonshine whiskey his father stored in the basement His convulsions followed the drink and a hospital raid uncovered four barrels of mish and fifteen gallons of musashine whiskey Officials said Daniel Melrney Sr will be turned over to federal authorities on Volstead act violations
Washington reports indicate President Wilson will accompany President-elect Harding to the Capitol for the oath. A simple ceremony similar to Jefferson's induction is planned, with the oath administered in the Senate chamber in the presence of lawmakers and a limited gallery. Mrs Wilson is also expected to be hosted at luncheon after the event. Wilson reportedly plans to depart the White House shortly after March 3.
Farm bureau community meetings this week set out projects for the county program to be adopted January 20 by the bureau board. Each area chose a representative for the county board. Tein Mound and Midland area gatherings yielded elected delegates and attendees. Local officials and farmers from Jefferson and Douglas townships participated. upcoming Winter neighborhood meeting planned.
A noon luncheon of canvassing workers at the YMCA discussed continuing the drive for boys work funds in Lawrence this week. Reported at the meeting was $3,953.75 raised in three days as the campaign follows ten days of publicity. Committee members pledged aggressive outreach to cover territory and form strong arm efforts to reach a $15,000 budget to sustain Boy Scouts and YMCA activities for the year. Secretary Daniels pledged to push the drive to the end of the week.
The monthly Brotherhood of the First Christian Church met last night with a supper by the women’s group. E. Mathphysicial director of the YMCA spoke on day problems of Lawrence and the program for the year. An oyster supper for unaffiliated boys aged 11 to 16 was planned for Friday evening January 21. Tickets will be distributed at Sunday School next Sunday and from C. W. Smith at the Ford office.
The City Turbine Co in the Stubbs building at 1103 Massachusetts street is reorganized with J. E. Harbison as plumber, M. C. Henderson as electrician, and H. W. Sailor in charge of construction for Bell Telephone. Sailor, formerly from Lawrence, buys FL Weelfelo’s stake and leads the office, Harbigan handles plumbing, Henderson directs electrical work. A solid group of practical men aims to deliver strong service in their fields.
Mr and Mrs Perry 0 Hanson of Iola are visiting friends in Lawrence. Mr Hanson gave an address at Fraser Hall yesterday and will speak at the Methodist church this evening. Both are KU students and have been in China for fifteen years.
Jesus Sanchez Arraisned facing a preliminary hearing for shooting Pedro Marin in a seran after a crap game last Friday night. Hearing before Judge John W. Clark set for January 14 with bond fixed at 1500, which Sanchez did not post. Also mentions Mrs Shippey seeking divorce and Dr Albright, chiropractor in brief notices.
The body of First Lieutenant Harry Ziesenis, son of May and Mr J. de Ziesenis, arrives in Weehawken and will be taken to Lawrence for burial with American Legion participation. He died in France after being wounded by a shell on December 20 while commanding Company C. He served in the 4th Sienna battalion of the Roth division and had prior service in the Fifth Indiana infantry and Officers School at Leon.
The American Legion members in Salina faced a wartime issue with composed resolve as Governor Allen praised their patriotism and Great Bend’s dispute over dissent. Wyoming’s Jahn Kendrick urged early farm protection and a livestock commission at the national livestock association meeting, citing drought and rising costs impacting the industry and calls for policy action.
The Lawrence teachers council met at the junior high yesterday afternoon led by President Mrs. J. P. Jensen. Harriet Rynerson and Ida Lyons were announced as delegates to the State Educational Council in Topeka January 21. Pearl Carpenter announced a February 18 supper. Supt. Smith spoke on the functions of teachers organizations.
Judge L H Menger in Douglas County probate court today granted marriage licenses to Vitus Had of Clinton and Fern A French of Empo Thomas Lamber of Decatur Nebraska and Kids Miller of Onawa Iowa, Donald Rea and Hazel Nichols both of Topeka.
Washington January 12. The war department ordered a reduction of American occupation troops in Germany from 15,000 to 8,000.
Per O Hanson spoke in Fraser Chapel at Fraser University on furlough after 18 years in Canton Province. He outlined China’s educational and commercial progress and resistive lines while addressing a joint opening of the Y M C A and Y W C A. He previously served as secretary of the University Y M C A from 1898 to 1901.
Journal-World reports a search for Mrs. A. R. Kramer, sought after in a 2 a.m. telegram from Little Rock Arkansas. W. C. Ellis, secretary of the Eagles, says the paper drew twenty calls within hours of issue locating Mrs. Kramer who had remarried and moved to Salt Lake City.
The men advisory assembly will ask the men's student council to submit a measure at the spring election as an amendment to the current student constitution abolishing the assembly. Mrs. Charles Zieseris and Mrs. Holmes returned from Newton after attending the Auxiliary of the American Legion convention.
To Topeka January 12 Governor Allen sent a lengthy message to the legislature urging a comprehensive state program. He calls for a centralized executive budget, a streamlined industrial court, a new workmen's compensation law, good roads, and state manufacture of brick and cement. He warns of waste and advocates tax changes, including possible oil production taxes and reconsideration of inheritance and income taxes. The missive stresses efficiency, civil justice reforms, and consolidation of agriculture under a single state board.
Police announced seven gang members admitted active for six months stole meats butter and groceries valued at 1500000. They opened three markets to dispose of plunder and expanded to retail stores as thefts from delivery tracks mounted. Authorities say the group operates extensively in the city and have seized stolen goods.
In a police court morning session Jude Stewart presided as seven defendants faced charges linked to alleged car racing and public disturbance. Names listed include Alten, Chipster Weber, Hodpe, Frank Denton, Chas Skilton, Kenneth Ster eos, and George Abed. Several pled not guilty, some paid fines, and others faced costs. The judge instructed lens procurement and refunds upon court completion.
In a unclear report from a historical page, hospital notes describe staffing mixups and operations at a facility identified as Tawrenes Hospital. The text references a Trinity Lu- Tye and various hospital events, but specific details are obscured.
A University of enumeration era student body dism issal occurred after a ruling states four consecutive violations automatically sever a member from the council. George Bowles offered ideas for a new drug product advertisement while Chester Garrison faced a charge of attempted statutory assault and was bound over to the Daueles county bond for a February ferry hearing before Justice John W. Clark.
Peter MacSwiney brother of Ireland's late Cork lord mayor and Don ald O'Callaghan current Cork lord mayor arrived in Newport News and are expected to testify before the Washington hearings on Irish conditions.
Heads of the city educational system protested to the city commission over plans to build an oil filling station at the northeast corner of the west half of Southpark near Quincy school. City officials ordered construction halted for lack of a building permit, and Mayor Kreeck stated no permit would be issued.
Arrangements made for Rev Carl Kircher to begin a series of meetings at Clinton Presbyterian Church on January 27 with his wife as soloist and a chorister in charge of music. The trio recently completed a Nebraska meeting that added sixty five to the church. Regular communion will be Next Sabbath morning led by the pastor. Sunday school at 10 am led by Arthur Losh. Services next Sunday evening at o clock. All are invited.
Woodward who retired after two terms reports the Douglas county sheriff's four year period from 1917 to 1921. Prisoners booked 529. 41 to hospitals. 39 to Lansing. Thirty cars reported stolen. 15 recovered for Douglas county owners and 14 for out of county owners. Major robberies include Hobbs and Gardner store losses of 3200 and 1500 dollars. Earlier four year term had 519 jail inmates. 26 to reform school and 31 to hospitals. 23 women arrested then vs 5 recently. Two terms saw four men sent to state prison for life and seven murders. Under-sheriff Charles Crowder praised as “the terror of car thieves.”
Eleven babies attended the Mother’s Conference at city hall yesterday setting a winter attendance record. Warm January weather drew families to the city outing as children enjoyed the day.
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