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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 06, 1921
Page
2
A Lawrence Kansas dispatch from July 6 1921 notes early July 4 reports from New York about the wet prohibition parade. It contrasts 20 000 marchers in the rain with the 100 000 promised, suggesting initial dispatches overstated numbers and accusing writers of anti prohibition propaganda.
Howat’s lawyers press a motion for a new trial challenging the Kaneus industrial court law. They attack the law’s validity and question the state supreme court and lower tribunals that upheld it. The piece notes the law’s passage by elected representatives and public approval, reflected in Governor Allen’s reelection, and asserts these factors will hinder attempts to defeat the law by sophistry.
The piece argues that the Rhine water tolls burden fallen to Germany but are unpaid, prompting congressmen to consider withdrawing forces as a cost-saving measure. It notes the United States reserved treaty rights in the peace resolution and urges ensuring treaty terms, at least those affecting the U S, are carried out.
A British writer argues the American army erred by a frontal assault in the Argonne forest. He suggests alternatives like a flank attack via invading Switzerland or landing on Belgium’s coast to strike the German right flank, noting Pershing might be chagrined if guided to these ideas.
Berlin shows apathy toward the Signing of peace with the United States as the German government had no role. In the United States the ending of the war also inspires little enthusiasm due to the long delays in formal conclusion.
A speaker at the National Education Association convention in Des Moines questioned the banishment of fairy tales from school books. The discourse explored whether modern curricula sacrifice imagination and moral instruction in pursuit of efficiency.
A blaze impacted a city block causing evacuations and stray questions about a decrease in services. Officials responded with perimeters and investigations continue into the cause and any potential links to reported anomalies.
Developments of this year's celebration emphasize introducing the idea of sanity into other features of the day's observance beyond the use of fireworks.
Fragmentary reports describe tension between American and British oil interests and the Mexican government over new export duties and worker indemnification. Vessels head to Tarapigo as potential clashes seem unlikely. price declines have halted American operations while Mexico enforces indemnity payments, signaling a broader power struggle for control of Mexican oil.
Reprinted from the Republican Daily Journal. The piece memorializes a half century in Lawrence, reflecting on local history and community changes through the years.
On July 4 residents gathered at the Brooks and Ridehour grounds for a surprise party that blossomed into a grand affair. Chinese lanterns lit the trees while refreshments, a carpeted walk, and a band filled the lawn and adjoining grounds. Fireworks lit the lower grounds and the Stars and Stripes fluttered nearby. About eight o’clock guests arrived, filling the house and grounds with a crowd of several hundred, the largest reunion in the city’s history. The event featured social mingling, dancing, and a festive, warmly received atmosphere lasting late into the night.
Classified note announces Semi-Anthracite for July delivery from Bonanza Smokeless Logan Moore Lumber Company. Contact phone 113 for orders and pricing details.
Ndgor Steel Seal Co held its annual meeting amid optimism for expansion in markets already opened and potential new fields. Officers were re-elected, including FL P. Smith as president and FA Ober as vice president and general manager. The company notes stronger acceptance by the American Railway Association and rising demand for its seal devices across railroads and industries.
Readable fragments show new members named Lute Lewis Tom Green Pear Learn ard and Clarence Howell. St John and Ed Little scheduled to speak in South Park Lawrence July 17 under populist auspices. Miss Alberta Corbin headed to Amherst Mass to attend school. Poehler Mercantile house sale yard prepared with flagstone tone. Nolan boy injured by toy cannon. seven stitches by Dr Gardner.
Centenary of Edmund W Pettus to Senator from Alabama and King. George and Queen Mary mark twenty eighth wedding anniversary. Rt Rev J Henry Tiden celebrates tenth bishop consecration anniversary. World’s Christian Endeavor Convention opens in New York City after yearlong preparations.
The paper prints heartfelt letters from women praising Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound for health restored. The messages urge other women with female ailments to try the old fashioned root and herb remedy, noting its proven value and extending encouragement to readers.
In police court this morning Felix Niemeyer faced a fine for keeping a vicious dog after sixteen witnesses testified. He was told no fine would be imposed if the dog remained tied. Harry Hall was convicted on liquor sale and concealed weapons charges, receiving sixty days in the city jail and a $250 fine.
Seventeen babies attended the mothers conference at City Hall with seven from out of town. The Lawrence public health department outlined a nine part program while the Douglas County nurses association planned a Lake View meeting at Mrs. Georg Emmett's home and a picnic after the business session.
Boses participates in a cycling event described as part of a physical activity segment. The note mentions Henna in connection with the ride and bicycle activity in a concise, unnamed context.
Charles E Moss a clerk of the Thouglas county district court arrived this morning from Doden City where he had stayed for weeks. He was very tired from the trip and went four weeks to the Lawrence hospital for rest.
Miss Kate Ram, named ta scholarship appointee, has a varied academic record. She graduated from the University of Kansas in 1s and taught last year at the University of Montana. She is now involved in carting on instruction at Kansas summer school and has been appointed to a home economics scholarship for next year at the University of Chicago.
Hurri Ci Wallace the veteran American ambassador to France and Mrs Wallace left Paris this morning for Cherbourg to board the liner Olympic for New York A crowd of several hundred bade them farewell at the station Mrs Wallace and Loomis of Kansas City were in Lawrence Tuesday visiting Rankin s Drug Store and bathing bank beauty utilities.
Men may obtain blanks for enlistment under the National Defense Act ages sixteen to forty five. Government covers travel, uniform, and living costs. Camp offers two months of physical training and recreation in a fine climate, with no expense to the participant. Col P A Walker of the Reserve Corps can supply blanks. Apply at 1314 Louisiana Street or the University of Lawrence School of Engineering offices. Training notices also list Des Moines Des Moines Lawrence.
A Kansas Douglas County association presents a balance of assets and liabilities with loans to members and real estate notes. It lists real estate owned, furniture and fixtures, taxes paid, rent, and a reserve fund totaling 257 295.98 with liabilities and stock obligations itemized and signed by President Harry Reding and Secretary Coenant, sworn July 1922.
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