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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 01, 1921
Page
1
In Columbus a jury convictes Howat and Dorchy of misdemean or felony charges related to a mining conflict. Sury, a key figure, was noted in court documents as finding the pair guilty of the alleged offenses.
Alexander Howat and August Dorby presidents of the Kansas miners union were found guilty of violating the Kansas Industrial Court Law. A motion for a new trial was filed, and Judge Frank Boss will pass sentence after ruling on the motion. The Howat Dorby jury deliberated around eight hours, resuming at 8 am, with a morning vote of 10 to 2.
In Wichita the jury is divided nine to three on B W A Henson's guilt for the killing of his severely disabled stepson Walter Shafer, following the murder of Birs five years ago. The foreman requested rereading of Henson's and neighbors testimony as deliberations continued at 9 AM.
The department reports cotton production this year will be the smallest crop in a decade. It stands at about 432000 bales, roughly 500000 bales below last year's level and far under the 1914 record. The average yield shows a 28.4 percent drop from last year.
Washington July 1 The Senate investigation of the railroad situation was suspended today by Interstate Commerce Committee Chairman Cimminsesee until the latter part of August. This signaled there would be no railroad relief legislation in the current extra session of Congress.
Washington dispatch reports the Taft Commission signing a document appointing a chief justice, with General Daugherty and Senator Willis of Ohio involved. President Harding and Mrs. Harding departed Washington by train at 1 05 p m for a vacation to Senator Frelinghuysing's home in Raritan New Jersey.
Mayor George L. Kreeck announced improvements in Oak Hill Cemetery driveways will begin tomorrow. The work is described as part of the ongoing cemetery project by the state and will proceed in stages.
The Lawrence post office begins a fresh numbering series as the new year starts, signaling a primary reset in departmental records and stamp issuance.
Fragmented OCR text mentions forecast elements and grain insurance. It references terms like fire and lightning and names an individual Craig in a fragmentary context. The readable portion is too incomplete to determine a clear event or outcome.
Gotham New York brims with chatter as Jempsey and Carpentier loom in headlines. About 5 000 of 10 000 registered spectators planned to attend the fight boat event in Jersey City with 20 000 more expected today from across the continent.
A robbery on an express train near Covington Indiana left express messenger Frank Beckman wounded by a hip shot at Veedersburg twelve miles east. The robbers, who boarded at Covington, fled as the train slowed. Beckman was hospitalized after the attack as Porter of Indianapolis helped pursue suspects.
The text notes trust payments at the time of W. H. McNone with 184.6 payments, small amounts, and added penalties for late nonpayment. It mentions the automobile license repayment by the treasurer’s office totaling 626.75 from applicants for licenses across 119 cars, light trucks, dealers, and motorcycles.
The registrar at the university opened this morning to issue spring grades for regular session students. Grades will be mailed to the parent or guardian of each regularly enrolled student not present in summer session.
Executives from America's railroad unions approve a five member committee to study the wage reduction that took effect today. The panel, including leaders from the engineers clerks and conductors factions, will gather reports, then issue general recommendations to nonmember groups. About 1,400 leaders met in Chicago to hear the plan amid broad dissatisfaction with the labor board ruling.
The Journal-World will broadcast live updates on the Dempsey Carpentier fight from Jersey City tomorrow afternoon, with megaphone announcements from a second story window and street crowd reports. The paper plans a fair account in its late edition to reach readers quickly.
The first carload of new 1921 heat was shipped by Derby Grath company. A. W. Ousilahi loaded the car at Midland. Field yields reached bishren bushels with a fifty nine pound test. The next wheat from Fred Bartz farm weighed fifty eight pounds per bushel and yielded about twelve to fifteen bushels.
Former Legionnaires are joining forces in Fiume to reorganize under the leadership of Nunzio’s men. The move signals renewed activity among veterans in the region as groups align for a common purpose.
Reports from Fiume describe D'Annunzio followers reorganizing into a service trio tasked for emergencies. Italian political leaders struggle to govern as General Foschini holds command and talks of ceding Fort Barr OS, fueling tension with Jugoslav forces over control of Fiume as a vital port.
County farm agent RK Smith reports few apples on trees this year as cold weather damaged sap flow. He notes frost harmed the fruit at the Parmentier farm, where a demonstration on treatment methods followed near zero temperatures that burst bark and reduced the harvest.
Dr. Frank Strong ex-Chancellor of a university urged restoring freedom of speech in a morning talk at Fra Ser Chapel. He argued war restrictions weakened civil rights and cited the Lusk bill as an example of repression, tying today’s limits to precedents in biblical and international law.
A brief notice states a general program for 41H readiness will be observed in Lawrence on Monday. The announcement emphasizes orderly conduct and adherence to procedures during the event.
A park celebration plan for Wendams Park in Lawrence outlines a full day of activities including a luncheon at 1:30, baseball, militia drill, Boy Scout demonstrations, and dancing. Businesses to close for the day, post office hours shortened, and free coffee provided by the Chamber of Commerce and University of Kansas demonstrations highlighted.
A wave of home break-ins struck the town late at night. Three buildings including two residences were entered. a home on the town’s boundary was looted of watches and a fraternity pin. Two men were found nearby as police investigate.
A clipped message from the Graduate magazine via the Chamber of Commerce praises Topeka for its role in supporting the state university, noting KU is a state institution rather than a separate law college and acknowledging Lawrence’s responsibilities and mutual pride in Kansas higher education.
Lawrence school board elects John R. Barnes as principal succeeding Govan F. resigning to lead a junior high. Clarence Speer named assistant principal, Kevin Brown tapped physical trainer for boys, Luce Junkin as clinical trainer, and EB Urpcker retained as superintendent of buildings and grounds as plans for a new cost-tracking and school-wide system advance.
Reports indicate a gold rush in the Pas and Mandaly area with several ore pockets opened. Richest shows center near Bow Lake in Athapapuskow Lake district. explorers say the site 200 miles northeast of Gordon Lyke was visited last summer and returned with broad observations.
The imperial council weighs a three nation accord among the United States Britain and Japan to renew control over the Pacific. If agreed annual meetings would govern Pacific affairs and restrict imperial influence to the region. EF Moss of So Well notes a letter received today and mentions contact with City authorities.
The executive committee of the corporation accepted the recommendations of the board of review to follow the original Katsas memorial stadium plans drawn by H. Dodd and C. C. Williams. L. H. Dowid was appointed resident engineering representative as work details proceed.
The Federal Board of Vocational Education outlines a program at Woodlark Park on July 4th under the Croes and Chamber of Commerce with director Tathweefiey. Ten formerly service-disabled men from Wilson University will be entertained and rehabilitated through training and placement supports including stipends and child allowances.
Licenses granted this month by Probate Judge Albert Sehopper Payne of Ell to Pi Purse Matthon Welch and Welch, chiropractors.
Mayor Kreeck asks backing from business men to draft a city own fire and building ordinance. Fire Chief Reinigh to seek expert advice and insurance views, while critics warn of potential illegality of the state fire inspection bureau.
A fragmentary report recounts Kirchoff journeying from Manitoba to California and San Francisco for a meeting of the lit Men, then touring by rail to Vancouver Victoria and homeward via the Catacian Pacific line. It mentions weather and reflections on economic trends and a mobile accident in Chase county.
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