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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 14, 1920
Page
5
Classified notice from World Company listing subscription rates for news delivery. Rates shown include carrier options, weekly, multiple weeks, and annual plans with geographic constraints. The readable portion mentions Massachusetts and Lawrence area serving distances within 150 miles.
The Lawrence board of education raised the city’s coming year tax levy to cover salaries and expenses after an overdraft in the previous year. It faced a choice between higher taxes or lowering school standards, choosing the former to avoid demoralizing the teaching staff and risking loss of qualified teachers. A stray note mentions polyamory rumors involving Turks Hindus and Chinese and a possible reach of the Orient.
The Fort Scott Tribune reprints a 19s visit by Senator Harding then Ohio lieutenant governor as a Fort Scott speaker. The piece portrays Harding as conservative and cautious about trusts and railroads. It notes his praise of Alexander Hamilton and warns that railroad policy should remain deliberate amid calls for public control and the Plumb plan.
Rumors spread that the French president Deschin el may resign after a rail accident involving a fall from a train window and a long walk in pajamas. Reports describe concerns over his health impairments and the potential impact on office.
The piece notes that French presidents are seen as figureheads whose main value lies in ceremonial dignity, contrasting it with U S politics. It cites a Century Magazine claim about Boston’s 1711 statehouse stocks used for profiteering, where a carpenter among early occupants was punished, illustrating enduring corruption and evolving punishment.
A former ambassador to Mexico advises the United States to carefully study the new Mexican government before granting recognition. He warns that by the time such review is completed, the new government may no longer remain in power.
The opinionists, familiar with Kansas coal, foresee a greater shortage this coming winter than in 1919. They note bright summer days are best for filling the family coal bin against next winter's cold.
The piece critiques W Jett Lauck as a consulting economist for labor groups, notes packers profits at about 58 million annually, and dismisses third party reform efforts. It argues the political landscape favors Republicans or Democrats in November, with few viable alternatives and Actual Conditions prevailing.
The piece argues the Bastile Day movement failed within two years and contends neither Roosevelt nor Progres achieved reform. It asserts artificial differences between major parties and claims the American people overwhelmingly deny such divisions, noting New York as a focal point for dutiful dissidents.
Brazil celebrates Liberty Day while France marks Bastille day. Rt Rev Philip Ro McDevitt in Harrisburg observes 30th anniversary of his ordination. Peak ascent centennial celebration at Colorado Springs recalls Dr Frank James’s 1820 climb. Pennsylvania Lumbermen’s Association holds Cape May meeting. National Women’s Association opens its Columbus convention. U S Dept of Agriculture hosts a cotton conference on pink bollworm control. Canadian soil fertility exhaustion topic at Winnipeg agricultural conference under Commission of Conservation. France to name Edward de Castelnau and Louis Lynutey Marshals today.
A fragmented note lists anniversaries and deaths tied to Paris and New York figures. It mentions Dr Frank James and Citizen Genet, a French minister’s visit to the United States, Arminda M Douglas, Crystal Palace opening by a president, Senator Daniel Marian, and Ohio jurist John H Clarke, all tied to late 18th and early 19th century events.
A Philadelphia born novelist Owen Wister turns sixty. U S senator Arthur Capper from Kansas marks another year. Boston publisher General Charles H. Taylor and Denver bishop J Henry Tilton are listed among birthday commemorations. Other figures include notable literary person Rickie Mitchell noted as born years ago.
One year ago today General Pershing joined the celebration of a French national holiday in Paris while President Wilson attended ceremonies at the White House.
Moscow reports progress in Russo Latvian negotiations with at least four points agreed. Key terms include Lettish independence recognition, border delimitation by a joint commission, plebiscite in former Drissa district, and mutual ban on hostile troops or groups. War ends upon treaty conclusion. Mention of unclear plebiscite details and commissions follows. Public notice of unrelated local ad appears at end.
The fifth summer session recital in Fraser Hall features Prof Carl A. Preyer pianist and Prof W B Downing baritone with assistive performances by Miss Anna Sweeney and Miss Dora Helmick. The program includes piano ensembles, Schubert vocal numbers, songs by Lieurance Orem, and a final graduating recital for Miss Olive Week on July 21 with Miss Helmick.
Edward Rooney declares himself a Republican candidate for attorney general and attacks incumbent Dick Hopkins. A photo shows Rooney wearing glasses with a black ribbon, a startling image that may undermine his appeal in Kansas. He urges bicycling for economy.
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