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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 02, 1920
Page
4
In a July 2 1920 note from Lawrence Kansas Republicans express little enthusiasm for any single candidate to defeat at the next election. Within the fourteen possibles the phrase Mac’ll do surfaces as a common refrain reflecting cautious support amid a crowded field. The item notes general voter sentiment rather than naming a clear frontrunner.
The governor aimed to remove state bank commissioner Wilson after a careful inquiry by a competent board. Supporters defend the action as required by oath, while critics allege political motive. Impeachment talk surfaces among Wilson allies, pending legal course and public reaction.
McAdoo maneuvers through the convention as other candidates view the tactic as a loss of confidence and a lack of clear stance. The scene suggests strategic ambiguity that unsettles rivals and observers alike.
Senator Harding plans a front porch campaign aided by a phonograph to broadcast his Americanism speech across the country. The recorded address traces American liberty from 1787 to the republic era, praising representative democracy and the nation’s religious and civil freedoms.
A Lincoln era rhetorical piece argues for prioritizing national interests with phrases like America first and safeguarding the republic. It rejects isolation while urging duty, liberty, and civilization, contrasting internationalist dreams with American conscience and stability. It envisions Columbia aiding new republics but emphasizes self-reliance.
Ottawa has raised over 90000 to form a corporation building houses for hire in that town. The effort will yield more residences than the funds alone can finance as owner payments complete the project. Lawrence faces a similar crisis, aiming to house university students beyond current capacity, hoping the initiative will solve the shortage.
Dispatches note twenty million pounds of sugar shipped from Canada to the United States. Analysts say less than a quarter of a pound per person won’t ease the sugar shortage or significantly affect prices.
An argument for faster courts came from San Antonio. A man was arrested for stealing a cake of ice, but when he stood for trial the evidence had vanished.
The German super-zeppelin built for bombing New York has been captured by British forces. The Hearst press is likely to emphasize a renewed danger to the United States as a result of the transfer.
A fragment notes that small potatoes once caused heartburn but now selling price near four dollars per bushel after digging.
Senator Reed, refused a seat in San Francisco, gains assurances from followers in Kansas City that he may select any seat there. The pledge signals strong backing and potential seat maneuvering within party ranks.
A subtle compliment came from the San Francisco convention which nominated a candidate for each of President Wilsons fourteen points, signaling broad support for his program and leadership.
After a ten day recess the Supreme Council of the Allies resumes in Brussels. The 192 Lambeth Conference opens in London with Anglican bishops from Canada and Episcopal leaders from the United States in attendance. The Associated Aviation Clubs of Ohio hold a convention and tournament in Cleveland through next Wednesday. The National Brotherhood of Operative Potters begins its annual convention in Atlantic City. Knights of Columbus plan a three day Chicago conference on a national night schools system. State school superintendents meet in Salt Lake City for a two day session prior to the National Education Association convention.
The column surveys key dates including 1776 woman suffrage via New Jersey, 1800 Britain Ireland union royal sanction, 1850 peace Denmark Prussia, 1845 Russians at Pruth, 1873 East St Louis riots deaths, 1917 US troops to France, 1869 death of Anne Howard Shaw. Includes Garfield shooting note and a birth date in England.
Today marks anniversaries for several prominent figures. Geopolitically, Most Rev Georges W Munde lein leads Chicero's Catholic archdiocese. Crown Prince Olav of Norway celebrates his birth in England. academic figures William H Hobbs of Michigan Worcester MA and Walter Williams of Missouri are listed with birthplaces. Eugene Black of Texas also shares a birthday milestone.
Montererra rebels against occupation by Serbian troops. A British dirigible lifts off Scotland in an attempted flight to New York. Wisconsin New York Minnesota Iowa and Texas are the five leading daily states in order named.
A customer orders a case of Whitle from McNish Bottling Works. Phone contact listed as 198 for processing and delivery arrangements.
Naval reservists in the ninth tenth and eleventh districts may spend August and September cruising aboard ten engine boats from Portsmouth New Hampshire to Mare Island California. Rear Admiral F R Bassett at Great Lakes issued the call for men from nearly every enlisted grade. Navy transportation sustenance and new active duty pay rates are provided with stops at Atlantic and Pacific ports and Panama Canal zone.
Rev M Lee Sorey announced fans would be placed in the First Christian Church to improve air circulation and comfort in the worship area.
Belgian engineer devises a new system to permit settlement of support. It uses a reinforced concrete column filled with sand or similar compressible material to transmit the load, described as Hadlow concrete made for mine timber use.
Proposal aims to irrigate over 1,600 acres of arid land by a major Sutlej dam. The plan boasts the largest dam in the world, claimed to tower about 15a feet higher than the Arrowrock Dam in California.
In many parts of Russia sunflower seed oil is preferred for table use and cooking. The quality is pure and nutritious with a distinctive flavor deemed suitable for everyday meals.
Mrs J O N Sutton of Linean Nebr and her sister Mrs T M Crowe and baby of Chicare are guests of G H Atwood for a week.
Witness recalls a chaotic street incident where a man crashes into a car and mangles a fender and mudguard. The speaker notes uncertainty about the man's location but suggests he will likely be back.
Former President William Howard Taft addressed the Committee of Fifteen at its annual banquet, pushing continued action against commercial vice in Chicago. He cited property owners’ roles in red light districts, praise for an abatement and injunction law, and urged ongoing vigilance to reduce vice and its underworld links. Supt. Thrasher reported rising notices and strong cooperation from owners, with 86 percent correcting illegal uses after notice.
Mexico City reports say twelve million Indians, who labored long hours for minimal pay to support millions of idlers, seek help from a new National Agrarian party. Crisoforo Thanez urged aid for field workers with a history of oppression, while Antonio Diaz Soto y Gama pledged support for Obregon’s candidacy, naming Obregon and other leaders as honorary presidents.
The Los Angeles City Council authorizes a 4.5 million bond issue to fund a city owned memorial auditorium on the highest point, with club rooms for the American Legion and other groups, seating 2,900, and a tower. Plans were prepared by a Los Angeles Chamber of Commerce committee with service organizations.
An unclear report outlines a strand eating incident or event with mentions of teens and a location possibly in Westinghouse plant near Pittsburg. The fragment references a store and a neaple term, but specifics are unreadable. Further readable details are required for precise summary.
A fragmentary report references political activity in the Virginia area with unclear figures and disrupted wording. The readable parts indicate an election context and potential voter or vote counts, but essential details are missing or garbled. Further verification is needed to extract clear names places or outcomes.
The First Christian church hosts its monthly Brotherhood meeting on Tuesday night with a supper at 6 45. A motion picture program follows. Men intending to attend the supper should call 299 to be included.
The notice advertises a preserving preparation called hargr olating for eggs, claiming it rubs on and packs in cases for winter storage. A 10¢ jar is said to preserve 50 dozen eggs, listed with a price of B cents.
Milwaukee deliver a stunning performance as they overpower rivals in a rapid run. St Paul battles but falls behind as Milwaukee showcases unexpected class and offense.
Captain Harry Hooper declares Boston has sufficient hitting and with dependable timing the Red Sox will finish one two or three in the American League.
J W Carlson of 96 Phelan Creek St St Paul Minn says Tanlac cured long standing rheumatism stomach trouble and gas bloating. He recounts three months laid up last year and now eats three meals daily and has regained strength and weight. Carlson endorses Tanlac sold by Round Corner Drug Co City Drug Store and local druggists.
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