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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 12, 1921
Page
1
London reports key events from the disarmament conference with emphasis on its historic significance. Officials and observers describe the gathering as one of the most epochal moments in postwar diplomacy, outlining aims and potential impacts on international security.
London July 12 The British government accepted President Harding’s offer for a conference on limitation of armaments and Pacific issues. Lloyd George announced Britain’s support to the plan amid strong applause in the Commons as Viscount Gray of Fallodon expected to lead Britain’s delegates. The world awaits what could be a pivotal moment in disarmament efforts and postwar policy.
Paris reports the French government will gladly accept an invitation to a disarmament conference in Washington. Premier Briand praised President Harding for a noble initiative, with the French Senate and Chamber applauding the move. France indicated willingness to discuss both land and naval armament limits. Financial circles welcomed the move as promoting military economies and treasury relief.
Associated Press reports Harry G. Hawker, renowned aviator, was killed at the Hembon flying field when his plane burst into flames upon landing.
Fragmentary weather note from Kansas mentions temperatures and times for today and yesterday including 7 p.m. and 2 p.m. labels, but explicit values and full context are missing.
A new handbook will distribute next fall detailing the revised constitution bylaws senate rules and campus calendar for the Women’s Student Government Association. It will be printed now and ready at opening of school and include information on university organizations.
Reno county grand jury adjourned after returning felony charges against Harry Tidd of Hutchinson, former Western Paviny Brick association rep, and a misdemeanor against Kansas cement companies including Lehigh Atola for conspiring with dealers to fix cement prices. Tidd allegedly collected 1862.51 from J A Wheeler for attorney fees in hard roads cases, but did not use it for that purpose.
Topeka July 12 fall plowing for wheat has begun in southern Kansas while crop conditions are generally ahead of normal. Wet weather slows northern harvest and threshing is under way from north to south. Soil is excellent though rain needed in the southwest. Corn in southern counties tasseling. alfalfa second cutting begun with disappointing yield. Cat harvest nearly complete.
The president warns against increased debt, arguing that higher spending would imperil the country. He stresses the need for fiscal restraint and cautions against expanding the nation’s financial obligations amid economic uncertainty.
President Harding told the Senate that enacting adjusted compensation for World War I veterans would threaten financial stability. He urged tax reductions, war debt refunding, and foreign loan adjustments, arguing the proposed bill could burden the Treasury and impede recovery. He noted high interest obligations and warned against expanding government costs.
Washington July 12 Favorable responses are said to have been received today from all but one of the powers approached by the United States to confer on reduction of armament and related questions Officials feel the talks could lead to a plan for an association of nations advocated by President. Administration officials say discussions on a possible date for the meeting have begun with November 1 Armistice Day being a leading option
C S Barrett of Atlanta told a joint congressional commission that deflation and credit restriction by government agencies have pushed farmers toward bankruptcy and ruin. He cited a $7,000,000 loss to farmers in the last year as evidence of policy failures by Federal Reserve and associated bodies.
Washington reports final 1929 cotton crop ginning figures from the census bureau show 13,270,970 ginning bales, equivalent to 13,430,603 bales of 500 pounds. The revision adds about 70,000 bales versus March preliminary totals, with American-Egyptian cottons in Arizona and California producing 92,561 bales last year.
The city library conducts its biennial patron registration this month with new cards issued after August 1. Librarian Miss Lillian Constant urges all, especially high school students, to register now to avoid delays when school starts. A new book checkout card system will be used, with dating slips in books for return dates. Summer hours begin Friday, July 15, open mornings 10 to 12:30 and evenings 6 to 9, desk closes 8:30. Saturdays full hours. Invoicing of all books is nearly finished.
An unknown vessel reportedly violating international maritime regulations by sailing without proper lights and ignoring identity signals was sighted last week about 1 750 miles southeast of Halifax by the British steamship Croxteth Hall. The Croxteth Hall arrived today from Antwerp and Nell.
The State Board announced the appointment of M. F. Amrine to the position of warden today. Details of the appointment were provided by the board and the new appointee.
Topeka July 12. Announcement of 4 F Amrine being named warden of the state penitentiary at Lansing was issued by state officials. Since J K Cadding’s resignation months ago, Robert Mudspeth has acted as warden and will remain deputy warden. Amrine edits the Council Grove Guard and has previously served as warden of the Hutchinson state reformatory under the Stubb’s administration.
Washington July 12 Pvt John McGregor of the second division completed an endurance test to set a long distance hiking record with full army pack Major General Harbord disclosed the official report stating he covered 300 miles in fourteen days averaging over 35 miles daily The total distance was 1100 miles from San Antonio Texas to Denver Colorado accomplished in forty marching days
Wichita police report a strong mid year record with 143 cars recovered in the first half of 1921. Some vehicles were stolen elsewhere and brought into the city for disposition, yet recoveries outpaced thefts and kept thieves ahead of the market.
Pekin July 2 Charles R Crane the American minister to China has been granted permission by the Soviet government to travel through Russia on his way home He is now proceeding toward the United States with the clearance from Moscow officials.
H A Dunlap of White Construction Co arrived for preliminary arrangements to start work on the KU athletic stadium excavation. The subcontract for excavating may be awarded late this afternoon with bids opened soon after. Several local men plan to bid the job. Charles Elwell returned from a trip to Colorado and Yellowstone National Park.
Two men, Bob Simmons of the National Refining Company and Ed Bowers of the Smoke House pool hall, faced police after a tampered twenty five dollar gas bill was passed at a Boston filling station. They were released on bonds, with officials saying no charges were filed. A young woman who handed the bill was described as 22 or 23.
About 150 KU supporters gathered in Hutchinson to launch a stadium union memorial campaign. Leaders included Prof W J Baurmfartner Chancellor Lindley and W Y Morgan. The drive aims to raise a $20,000 quota after a $15,000 initial target was set.
Agricultural economist W. B. Grimes of Kansas State Agricultural College told the state board of agriculture that last year the average Kansas farm produced a net profit of 3 percent of the total investment it represents. The board ended its two day session at the college experiment station.
Chancellor E H Lindley announced a new K U cafeteria to be built west of Snow Hall completing within two weeks. The 1800 meal capacity will use a low price model with Dietetics planning menus and Miss Blitz as acting overall supervisor. The facility aims to offer wholesome food at nominal prices and boost student health.
Vernet Witherell, who drew checks from multiple banks over months, was located in Kansas City by officers and planned to handle the worthless checks. She had no bank accounts and faced recovery actions if the sums were sent to her listed address. Mrs Truth Epdat Brown plans to leave Friday for New York to join her husband, a chemist with the Western Electric Company.
The Journal World offers free tickets to adults and children living in nearby towns for two matinee shows at the Varsity Theatre on Friday July 15 and Saturday July 16. Tickets must be paid by the Journal World and are valid only for the issued day. Parents may bring children to town to enjoy shopping, a parade, and the circus or theatre events. Tickets are exclusive to Journal World offices and not for Lawrence residents.
Chicago on July 12 James Beach Ti, inventor of the pneumatic mail system, once won a two million dollar damage suit against the government for breach of contract connected with a plan to install an experimental pneumatic mail service.
Selection of grand lodge officers and convention city defined the fifty seventh annual session of the Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks in Los Angeles. William W. Mountain of Tol Ohio was chosen as grand exalted ruler succeeding W. M. Abbott.
Lawrence Country Club launches a three day member drive starting tomorrow to boost participation and support. The Spalding team led by Chariton met at the Elks Club and Chamber of Commerce luncheon to organize, with a post drive net and a Friday evening dance planned as the big club event. Athletics also announce a Sunday game against Le Loup at Woodland Park starting at 3 o clock.
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