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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 07, 1920
Page
1
Roosevelt chosen as running mate moves the Democratic ticket near the top of the head of the ticket with a strong New York presence. Second place on the ticket shifts attention to the state politics and the party’s national strategy.
The Democratic national convention nominated Franklin D Roosevelt of New York for vice president beside Gov James M Cox of Ohio. Harmony marked the ending session as delegates withdrew other candidates and pledged hard work for victory in November. Roosevelt planned to resign from the navy and begin campaign planning with Cox after meetings in Dayton and Washington.
A Kansas forecast calls for fair conditions tonight and Thursday with little temperature change. The report lists temperatures from 7 p.m. yesterday, 7 a.m. today, and 2 p.m. today, noting maximums from yesterday. Sun and wind data not provided in readable text.
A delay used by the governor to influence his vice presidential pick sparked a rapid consolidation of forces. H H Moore of Youngstown said Cox would defer selection of his running mate to the convention, and after Roosevelt's nomination the group praised him as chief secretary Jozephus Janiels.
Franklin D Roosevelt born Hyde Park 1882 son of James and Sara Roosevelt. He married Anna Eleanor Roosevelt in 1905 and had five children. He rose to political prominence in 1910s New York, led insurgents in the state senate, served as assistant secretary of the navy, and remained active in Hyde Park and county Democratic councils while spending time in Washington.
El Paso dispatches report Francisco Villa has signed an armistice agreeing to cease attacks on towns garrisons and trains under conditions. Elias L. Torres, Provisional President Adolfo De La Huerta’s representative, secured the agreement. Torreon dispatches say Villa’s letters travel to Mexico City as the armistice holds until July 15.
The case of J. J. McNeil on a traffic violation was continued to tomorrow by Judge C. C. Stewart in police court this morning.
Mrs. Mary Poff departed this morning for Berkeley California to join her daughter Miss Grace Poff who attends summer school there. She will also call on her son Lon Poff while in California.
Mrs C R Andrews has gone to Camp Custer in Battle Creek Michigan to visit her sister Mrs Robert Nicholson for six weeks.
Chicago witnesses detail a New York group contributing about 1.06 million dollars to back Major General Leonard Wood's 1920 Republican presidential bid. Names include Col. Amrose Monell, Geo. A. Whalen, J. B. Duke, George W. Perkins, H. H. Rogers, and James McGraw. Witnesses discuss Missouri delegates, travel expenses, and underwriting roles while Attorney General Palmer faces scrutiny over alleged abuse of power.
The Youngstown-Pittsburgh Company began spudding a test well near Six Corners yesterday. By this morning the depth reached fifty two feet. Starting tomorrow, workers will go on tour and keep the drill continuously at work.
Governor James M. Cox, Democratic presidential candidate, today urged the Louisiana legislature to ratify the woman suffrage amendment immediately, stating it is their duty to do so without delay. The statement reflects Cox’s broad support for extending voting rights.
In San Francisco July 7 Senator Hiram Johnson condemned both parties for political rhetoric over the league of nations. He said Republicans stand against the covenant and favor Washington Jefferson Monroe policies, while Democrats endorse the President and resist meaningful reservations.
July 7 reports from Mexico describe twelve warned bridges south of Monelowa and rumors of a new southern republic movement led by Rodolfo Gonzales. Washington states the movements seem unrelated and minor but are under study by the state department.
Warsaw July 6 AP reports a 729 mile front where Soviet forces launched their largest attack yet against Poland. Polish troops, forced to shorten their line, begin withdrawals at several points as the enemy pressure increases along the front.
Washington July 7 reports President Wilson will remain in the capital this summer. From Pasian it was stated he does not intend to be away and finds the weather comfortable at the White House despite the heat.
Mr and Mrs William Henry returned last night from a visit to Kansas City. The brief note records their travel and the family’s itinerary acknowledgment.
A diverse coalition including radical labor, single tax advocates, and a committee of 48 converges to push a sweeping presidential race agenda. The group aims to reshape economic policy and governance through unified street campaigns and policy proposals. The effort signals a bold challenge to established political factions.
Chicago plan aims to unite radical labor groups World War veterans and liberals behind a single presidential ticket and platform. The effort involves National Labor Party Committee of 48 and groups like National Non-partisan League Single Tax Party and World War Veterans. A mail referendum gauges possible candidates including Lakot Jette Walsh Frazier and Walsh.
The body of a newborn baby girl was found along the right of way of the Santa Fe, a mile east of Compton, this morning by a section foreman. It appeared the infant had been dropped from an eastbound passenger train. Coroner Jeunes ruled the infant alive at some point. Santa Fe special agents joined in the inquiry, while railroad offices awaited further reports.
The reenunl otheining department furnished copies and equipment last year to the board of education totaling 25297. Supplies bought in the open market would amount to over twice that sum.
Walter Varnum returned from Portland where he attended the Shrine convention and on the way back he stopped in several western cities.
Mr and Mrs A Lawrence and daughter sailed today to spend the summer in San Francisco and other western points, seeking leisure and travel.
Lawrence public library plans an addition on the west side extending to the alley. Funds totaling about 15 000 to 25 000 are provided by a donor who wishes to remain anonymous, with construction hoped for next summer to add needed reading space.
A meeting of the Lawrence Public Health Nursing association at the city ball discussed Baby Week plans for the city. Dr A W Clark and Miss Pearl Luptad spoke on needs for a social service worker. The group reported $8,099 spent last year and 4,057 nurse visits. Mrs Gordon Gibb elected president, W B Spalding named vice president.
Weather report from Kansas meteorologist S. D. Flora notes above normal temperatures and timely rains, with southeast and northeast Kansas needing moisture. Wheat harvesting is finished in the south central and southeast areas, about half complete in the northeast, and just starting in the west with vigorous crop growth and healthy color in the fields.
Mia Millie Mann, assistant to Registrar Geo Poster at the university, will leave at end of this week after several years in the Registrar's office. She earned an A B in 1912 and an A M in 1915, resigning due to her mother's ill health and plans a trip through Colorado and the west. A picnic supper will be held this evening in the business department in her honor. Dean Walker and Prof Hood returned from Ann Arbor after attending the annual meeting of the society for the promotion of comparing education. twelve former KU men attended the three day meeting at the new University of Michigan engineering building.
Poy Fowler arrived from New York yesterday to meet 4ris. tower visiting her brother X. J. Kennedy. They intend a extended trip through the western states.
Mrs H C Prentice and children Virginia and Crosby of Victor Colorado will arrive Thursday for a short visit with Mrs Nees Olsen and daughters.
State Board of Administration approved the University budget for the coming year. Chancellor Frank Strong has the figures ready. The plan raises $598,000 in increases fees and shows salaries at $827,067 with emergency pay of $10,000. Maintenance is set at about $138,533 after reimbursements, with a $10,000 emergency allocation. The budget remains largely the same due to biennial legislative funding.
Prince Albert now Duke of York Baron Killarney and Earl of Inverness is dubbed the Industrial Prince for his focus on economic issues and his appeal to wage earners. Described as amiable and practical, he chats with workers, enjoys lawn tennis and squash, and favors dancing indoors. He recently earned wings as a Royal Air Force wing commander and pilot.
Prof F H Sibley head of the mechanical engineering department at the University of Kansas resigns to become heir of the engineering school at the University of Nevada. He will move to Lake Tahoe California for the summer and begin work September 1, leaving Lawrence with his family. The university recently lost Prof C S Haskins from sanitary engineering.
Chinch bugs have been reported in Douglas County corn fields. Fred Heck first notified county agent R. O. Smith, who notes the pest appeared in Heck’s field. Heck used a homemade soap and kerosene spray, boiling water with six soap cakes and three gallons of kerosene, which yields about fifty gallons of spray. Farmers are urged to watch for the chinch bug.
William Smith received a ten day jail sentence in police court this morning before Judge C. C. Stewart. He faced charges of petit larceny alleging he stole several articles of clothing.
In police court this morning three motorists were fined ten dollars each for driving with bright lights. The defendants were Toren Hunter, J Overman, and FE O Cunningham.
Census data show Chanute Kansas reaches 19 286 residents, an increase of 1 014 people or 19.9 percent as of the latest count. The rise reflects growth since the previous census, highlighting Chanute’s expanding urban profile and economic development potential.
Mrs J M Moore and her daughter left this morning for Cincinnati Ohio after visiting here with Mrs C Z Kelso.
May add room to central building plan presented by board committee. Temporary wooden addition would be ninety by thirty two feet with two classrooms a laboratory and two shops at an estimated cost of 3500 dollars. A second plan proposes a shed on site but would devalue nearby residence. New teachers hired include Ed Mallers manual training William Scott principal McAllaster Isabel Gilmore grades A M Nichols agriculture Louise Johannes grades Lilian Fish grades. Window expansion approved increasing south side light by fifty percent. Mrs L M Flory reelected truancy officer. Wiring bids opened and referred to Friday meeting.
Hugo Harman was delivered to Jeffe county authorities by County Sheriff Charles Crowder after a July 5 arrest in Pas City on a tip from Douglas county. He faces a highway robbery charge for a November craps game hold up in Jefferson county with two others providing statements to Jeffe officials today.
S. D. Bishop III, a Lawrence attorney, is confined at home by illness reported at 6 this morning. He temporarily lost his speech but later recovered. He is under care of Dr. Anderson and was notified to summon his son Joe Bishop in New Orleans.
William Monk and Char Hardtaker were fined ten dollars each in police court this morning by Judge C. C. Stew for operating a motor vehicle without a license.
W E Martin paid 2 to J H Monroe for driving this morning and waived trial settling the offense when brought in by Officer Beatty. Mrs W A McCoubrie and relatives plan to meet in Topeka tomorrow returning with Mrs Fred Dana and party who have been visiting in Topeka for several days. Mrs Dana will stay with Mrs McCoubrie until Monday when she returns to Hutchinson. J L Griffith of Detroit called by his sister’s illness. J R Dodson hospitalized at Simmons Hospital last Thursday and not fully recovering.
Gladys Jordon traveled to Ka City to visit Nannie Johnson for two weeks and will then proceed to Council Bluffs to see her. Mr and Mrs A Marks and Robert Manley motored to Kanal City yesterday to spend the day.
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