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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1921
Page
1
Harding Letter Cites Bargain Idea On Oil Tariff Debate
Washington July 18 The Fordney tariff bill faces a second oil schedule vote after the House narrowly eliminated a crude and fuel oil duty by 187 to 79. A 3 1/2 hour limit was set for debate on the oil tax amid focus on the Treadway amendment moving oils to the free list. President Harding sent a June 30 letter to Chairman Fordney urging consideration of a bargaining provision to guard against export tariffs and favor executive flexibility in protecting U S oil interests abroad and at home.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Washington
House
Harding
Fordney
Ways and Means
Baby Clinic Tomorrow Mothers Conference at City Hall
The regular weekly mothers conference will be held at the health department rooms of the city hall tomorrow afternoon beginning at 2 o'clock. Only one conference after tomorrow will be held until September, and conferences will be discontinued during August.
Local court fines for traffic violations and a missing defendant
A. J. Johnson and C. L. Herrod were fined this morning in police court for traffic ordinances. J. F. Webster was cited for speeding but did not appear, and a warrant was issued for his arrest.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. J. Johnson
C. L. Herrod
J. F. Webster
Marriage License Issued for Church and Patrott Couple
A marriage license was issued Saturday to Everret D. Church and Alphadean Patrott, both of Kansas City Missouri.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Everret D. Church
Alphadean Patrott
Kansas City
Missouri
Weather Outlook For Kansas Foretold Unsettled Skies
Unsettled weather with thunder showers expected this afternoon or tonight in the south portion. Cooler air moves in, with Tuesday bringing generally fair conditions. Temperatures show a drop from yesterday’s highs, with lower readings around this morning and early afternoon.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Kansas
Fire destroys ten factory buildings at western penitentiary
A riot and fire at the western penitentiary in Pittsburg injures six and destroys ten factory buildings this afternoon. Police and deputy sheriffs aided guards as prisoners were held while firefighters battled the blaze. Warden Francies sought two state police troops from Governor Sproul to guard the prison tonight as a large crowd gathered outside.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Pittsburg
Western Penitentiary
Francies
Sproul
Prohibition Blockade Runners Linked to Wildwood Liquor Seizure
Atlantic City reports Prohibition officers tracing mysterious ships off Wildwood to blockade runners landing whiskey along the Jersey coast. Revenue agents say several large cargoes, possibly from foreign sources, were smuggled and hidden with contrived clearance papers.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Atlantic City
Jersey
Wildwood
N. J
Well known mine worker killed in Mulberry shootout
July 18 Mulberry Kansas where tree cremens a driver named Thomas Clemens was shot and killed after a quarrel with James Tipton. Tipton was arrested at Girard and later moved to another county by order of Sheriff Milt Gould. Clemens was brother of Tre Clemens of the Southwestern Interstate Coal Properties Association.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mulberry
Ken
Tree Cremens
Kansas East Fields
James Tiption
Cnarrel
Tapton
Girard
Clemens
Tre Clemens
Titsbure
iSouthwestern Interstate Coal Properties Association
James Tipton
Lee Clemens
Milt Gould
Unlighted Truck Collision Injures Five on Bu dog a Road
Probate Judge L H Menger and party were returning home when a standing unlit truck blocked the road east of Schaake farm. A following car forced a collision, leaving Judge Menger and four others injured and one passenger uninjured. Bystanders cared for the group and transport to Lawrence followed.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Menger Party
Budoga
L. H. Menger
Sno Schaake Farm
Ford Road cuts freight rates on Detroit Toledo line
Henry Ford controlled railway announces a 20 percent reduction in freight rates on the Detroit Toledo and Tren ton line. The Ohio state public utilities commission is advised of the new schedule effective immediately, covering all points on the route.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Ford Road
Columbus
Detroit, Toledo & Trenton Railroad
Henry Ford
Detroit
Ohio “State Public Utilities Commission
Reach a Deadlock in Irish Parley
Difficulties in lining up Ulsterites are now reported as talks stall. Sources indicate factions face stubborn positions over representation and security arrangements, delaying progress toward a settlement.
Smuts Emerges as Factor in Irish Peace Talks
Linden July 18 Smuts, South African premier, joins Lloyd George in ongoing Ireland negotiations. Ulster premier Sir James Craig remains at odds with the British prime minister as talks extend. Viscount Rattalan and De Valera’s party earlier questioned Sir James’s moves amid uncertainty over immediate differences.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
My Lloyd George
de Owning Street
Viscount Rattalan
Ford
Ireland
Truck crashes into Ober’s store shattering glass
A truck driven by A Laster rode onto the sidewalk and into the north entrance of Ober’s store Saturday around seven. The vehicle broke through three large plate glass windows. Damage was estimated between $600 and $600, covered by the mutual insurance company.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
A. Laster
Ober
Bear
Taster
Mutual Insurance Company
Fiume stalls as Jugoslavia seeks New York trade
Fiume lingers in doldrums with resumed trade slow amid political quarrels and international disputes. Jugoslavia forms a line of steamers along the Dalmatian coast to operate to New York, bypassing Fiume. Italian efforts for a port consortium are rejected as Jugoslavs claim sovereignty over Baross and Sussak under the Rapallo treaty. An Italian naval commander is sent to Fiume to ease local tensions.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Fiume
Jugoslavia
America
Spalato
Ragusa
Cattaro
New York
Dalmatian
Jugoslav
Baross
Jugoslavs
Sussak
KU Students Report Progress In Stadium Drive Campaign
Reports on the stadium campaign progress were to be made at a box on the campus in front of Fraser Hall this evening at 8:25. It was unclear how much summer session students had subscribed as reports had not been canceled since last Thursday. Mevl Pruniy, chairman of the student executive committee, said he believed workers had been very successful so far and that the campaign would continue until the goal is reached.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Union
Camnmaien
Aaipizeysion
Fraser , Hall
Mévle Pruniy
Hearing Postponed On Oil Plan For Rural Road
Rain kept two county commissioners from arriving in Lawrence delaying Friday hearing on oiling a road stretch near Butloy and the Eldora east to Johnson County line. Mr Cox told the Eldora delegation the commissioners will meet Friday at 10 oclock.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Lawrence
Butloy
Envy House
Iater
Eldora
Johnson County
Cox
Playground program starts strong at Lawrence event
The Lawrence playground project opens with Neil Thornburg as general supervisor and volunteers from local churches guiding children under 10. Mrs Roy Towne leads kindergarten storytelling today with Amy Clark narrator. Tomorrow A A Green and Chappell take charge as rotary sponsors, Y M C A and Federated Clubs back the effort. Activities run 2 to 5 20 pm daily, with Chantaydqua overseeing fundraising and momentum.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Sumer
Lawrence
Neil Thornburg
Cchurches 1Q
Roy Towne
Amy Clark
A. A. Green
Chappell
Quick Changey Artist at Woodland Park Tricks Currency
A street performer at Woodland Park under the big tent duped customers by making $1.40 appear as $3.00. The man, seeking proper change, was assisted by a sheriff as the artist altered currency values. Reported further cases cite similar money-changing tricks.
Lone Star Driver Robbed by Pair at Twenty Third and Louisiane
G W Dillain of Lone Star reported a holdup by a man and a woman at the Twenty Third and Louisiane intersection around 11 o clock Saturday. Dillain, driving south on Louisiana, handed over $11 and the car after a man with a revolver demanded money. The couple was not masked. witnesses say the man wore a white shirt and the two appeared about the same age. Sheriff Johnson ordered officers to scour the area for the pair while Dillain described the duo to police.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
G. W. Dillain
Lone Star
Twenty-Third
Louisiane Streets
Dillan
Louisiana Street
Twenty- Third
Tcross
Gillon
Dilton
Ding Dillon
Apr Feeman
Dillon
Johnson
Bala
Peoples State Bank of Salina Closes In Arizona? Reform Pending
The Peoples State Bank of Salina was closed by the state bank examiner this morning amid irregularities and management issues. J. J. Sandell, assistant state bank examiner, cited a prior cashier resignation and said losses were estimated between fifty thousand and one hundred thousand dollars, with reorganization to come via stockholder assessments.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Salink
Peoples State Bank
Haratis
Fone Strate
C. E. Robinson
Fatimers N National Band
Robinson
Celta
Peoples State Bank of Selina
J.jh.sandell
Cen Bistane
Bank claims on Salina bank failure totals 250000
Certificates totaling 125000 issued by L Leffenrdink as cashier of the defunct Kansas State Bank of Salina were found not legitimate claims against the state bank guaranty fund. The Fourth National Wichita Meridian State Wichita Aetna Trust and Saving Topeka Farm Mortgage Trust Topeka held distinct statuses. overall claims approach 250000 across several banks and individuals.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Topeka
L. Leffenrdink
Kansas State Bank
Salina Suer
Guaranty Fund
Fonor | Mure
Iby
Chas. L. Hunt
Concordia
Certifcates
Fouth National, Bank
Wichita
Meridian State Bank
Aetna Trust and Saving Co
Farm Mortgage Trust Co
Guarante Fund
Tornado Hits North Pate Area injuring several
North Pate ota Tornedo Galchutt North Dakota reports say five to seven people were injured when a tornado destroyed a house west of the city Saturday night. The twister reportedly swept about a mile of territory toward Wahpeton, destroying several houses and barns. No fatalities are recorded.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
North Pate
Ota Tornedo Galchutt
N. D
Cnalf
Report on Sims Policy Split by Senate Naval Panels
Senate naval committees released reports on the contention between Admiral William S. Sims and former Secretary Daniels. The majority defended a self defense nonaggressive stance, while the minority criticized the naval administration under Daniels, citing the early war era as proof of misdirection and delay.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
William S. Sim
American Naval Administration
Senate Naval Committees
Sims
Danilds
Naval Administration
Tianiels
Car on Tracks In Union Pacific Collision Near Lawrence
Mrs. Mary Goodman af eet ton, her grandson Claudy Raines, and relative David Davis drove toward Lawrence on Seventh Street when a Union Pacific train struck their stalled auto. Davis leaped out to push free but failed as the car was dragged fifty yards. Mrs. Goodman and the child suffered injuries, with hospital reports noting severe shock and probable fatal outcomes. all were taken to Mentorit Hospital for treatment.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Mary
Goldman Af Eetton
Randson
Claudy Raines
Union Pacific Taftin No
Alex Goodmay
David Davis
Lawrence
Union Pacific
Roomie
Davis
Ulster Talks Pause After Craig Signals Pause
The report notes James Craig and Eamon de Valera may pause negotiations as Craig consults Ulster followers before resuming talks with British Prime Minister George. The morning session was interrupted pending further consultations.
Dwelling in Fairfax Burned. Fire Loss Estimated High
A dwelling in the Fairfax addition was burned to the ground yesterday with the structure and contents completely lost. The fire, rising from an ott stove, began around 1 o clock and caused an estimated loss of about 8200. Firefighters protected nearby properties as crews worked to control the blaze.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Frank Price
Fairfax
Deveninis
Deafened by Thunder? Ardmore Man Treated for Shell Shock
The nephew of late Col. Jake Amon, Republican national committeeman, is hospitalized in New Jersey after shell shock from a thunderclap. He was found wandering in Weehawken with a note to a relative in Ardmore. Doctors fear sudden noise could trigger his condition, a consequence of warfare in France.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
New York
Gorge
Pan ‘Ardmore
Oklahoma
Jake
Amon
Aapi
Weehawken
N. J
Ahasa
Jin
France
Sup
The article discusses unexpected praise for the Eastern delegates at a convention of the Fraternal Aid Union. Supreme Treasurer T. J. Sweeney reports strong investments and a robust reserve, noting 2,754,625.58 held in investments with potential gains of 80,000. Since 1920, 1,914,606 invested, with 563,000.13 income from investments. Mortgage loans lead with 1,627,216.63, bonds 989,58.20, real estate 1,040,445, reserve liens 175,888.48, and other assets. The union focused on real estate loans in eastern Kansas at 7 percent. During 1918 influenza, the society remained solvent while others faltered, even purchasing securities others were selling.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Detroit
Supreme Treasurer
Iilion
Fryin
Fraternal
Ai Union
Kansas
Fraternal Aid Union
Tristérnall Society
United States
Fas
FALUS
Wilson Refuses to Consider British Exchange Proposals
A 1920 letter from President Wilson, read into the Senate Foreign Relations Committee, states he declined ideas for cancellation or exchange with Britain. The missive, dated October 1920 and submitted by ex-Secretary Houston, indicates suggestions to cancel or swap terms were addressed in Paris. The letter responds to a prior publicized correspondence from the British premier.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Omer
Wilson Lu
Sree Lloy
United
Houston
Paris
Senate Finance Committee
Embezzlement charge filed in Austin arrest
Austin Minnesota July 18 Jw Thomstin of the Hormel packing company was arrested on a warrant charging misappropriation of a 10000 dollar Hormel check deposited to Oakdale farm June 6 1921 He appeared before Justice J E Detweiler for hearing A Douglas county Corp A meeting is set for Thursday July 21 at the Chamber of Commerce rooms Lawrence on Co PLA All members urged to attend The city commission holds its regular weekly meeting tonight
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
J. E. Detweiler
Douglas County Corp A
Chamber of Oe
Lawrence
Tragic Collision Claims Young Christy Child
Vera Maxine Christy three year old daughter of Mr and Mrs Christy died after a two car crash at Tenth and Massachusetts streets. Witnesses describe the Christy car crossing into traffic and striking a southbound vehicle, throwing the child to the pavement where a rear wheel passed over her. The accident occurred at 6 pm. funeral was held at 3 pm and burial at Clinton cemetery. This is the second Christy child lost to an accident this year.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Vera
Maxine Christy
My.t
Jonn ‘Christy
Tenth and
Massachusetts Street
Tenth Street
Christy
Massachusetts
Agust Pierson
Christy Abe
Lafvrence
Fhouse
Clinton
Mexine
Interesting program planned by local Jay Hawk division
Harold Constadt of the stadium union campaign will arrange a session featuring Ray Barney as vocalist and Arian Pouliot on piano. Principal speaker George Kirhoff of Poehler Mercantile Co will discuss credit conditions based on insights from delegates at a San Francisco meeting.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Harold Constadt
Jay Hawk
Stadium-Union Campaign
Ray 4Arney
Arian Pouliot
George Kirhoff
Poehler?'Mercantile Company
San Francisco
National Association of ‘Credit
Forces Forge Bond On US Navy Air Mission Over Atlantic
Forces joined on a joint air bombardment off Virginia Capea July 18. US navy and army airmen dropped live bombs on the German cruiser Frankfurt seventy-five miles southeast of Cape Charles, with six enemy sailors reported down. The Frankfurt was the largest target in the ongoing joint tests, nearly a month old, and thirty-two airships were assigned for today’s action.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dakota
Virginia Capea
Associated Press
Navy
Army
Frankfurt
Cape Charles
Agro
Series of Aces Noticed in South
Dallas reports authorities in southern sections are investigating a spate of tar and feather attacks. About a score or more incidents in three months suggest a secret group operating with Ku Klux Klan like aims, often masking motives as moral reform.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Dallas
Texas
Ku Klux Klan
School Positions All Filled In Douglas County Schools
All 114 teachers for the coming year are engaged, with more experienced educators this year though finding them remains hard. Mrs. Ella Jacobson becomes Waterloo Nebraska’s new mayor after defeating her husband. Mrs. E. H. Harriman, widow of the railroad magnate, reputedly America’s richest woman.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Douglas County
Lane
Ella Jacobsoh
Waterloo
Neb
E.H. Harriman
America
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