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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 18, 1921
Page
2
The article notes intrastate rate hikes and payroll cuts pressuring railroads to cover expenses. It mentions Henry Ford rumored to aim for magnate status in rail and water transit, while crop revolts fail to gain sympathy. It highlights rising US power demand and stalled federal funding for water power, pushing industry to tap water power as oil and gas issues persist.
The Shipping Board weighs options for the wooden war fleet costing vast sums. Talks rise of selling salvaging or sinking ships by October 1 with suggestions to use some as Navy targets. Critics question wartime jobs and the high cost of keeping or disposing of the fleet.
An American engineer long in Russia recounts jail time and government indifference after exposing alleged corruption in railroads. His return home is expected soon as he cites widespread Russian governance failures and criticizes official reactions.
A fragment notes that speakers are dangerous not by design but because listeners grow weary after a time of hearing in the racket.
A report notes Myron K. Herrick ambassador to France is praised as a drouth breaker. The piece highlights his arrival in France and suggests American visitors often begin by addressing drought conditions on arrival.
In North Dakota the recall effort targets the governor attorney general and agriculture and labor commissioner with about sixty thousand signatures collected toward eighty thousand required. The Nonpartisan League reportedly dumped A C Townley amid talks of storm showdowns, while voters see it as the start of a wider housecleaning.
The Fort Scott Tribune reports a Sedalia Missouri method to repair old brick pavements by covering with asphalt and rolling to a smooth finish. It notes pavements in Fort Scott have lasted 20 to 80 years. Lawrence streets are uneven from wear and pipe access, suggesting Sedalia’s approach might benefit Lawrence as well.
Manhattan plans to be a strong contender for the 1922 state convention of the Independent Order of Odd Fellows. The 1921 meeting was held in October at Dorado.
Baldwin merchants say they helped establish Tourists Park and plan to equip a shower bathhouse to attract visitors. The park draws many tourists this season and is seen as a valuable town asset. The co op delivery system in Neodesha expands to four daily deliveries, replacing two prewar runs. Wellington postmaster contends with Circleville Ohio postmaster for selling U S savings securities through August 31. Circleville’s population is 7,049, one more than Wellington. Fredonia notes many Wilson county auto owners lack year or model knowledge. County Treasurer Lamb cites difficulties processing license applications under the new law.
A report describes an electric threshing experiment near Rocky Ford with six power wagons under transmission lines connected to grain separators, claiming wheat is thrice cheaper per bushel. Superintendent Martin lists teacher salaries across grades and notes a 68 percent rise since 1913-14. Concordia moves toward metropolitan status with Saturday night traffic patrols. Baker University enrollment is not expected to fall, with 500 as a fair estimate.
The Little River contract has been awarded to Hooper and Dougherty of Marysville Kansas for construction of a forty dollar job. Hutchinson reports a supreme court decision adding Carertilie, an industrial locality, to Hutchinson's corporate limits. The high court reversed district judge Prieg on a case seeking city boundary changes.
The Wichita Irs Baptist Church of Wichita leased a twoacre tract on the Little River to form a recreation and picnic area for church members. A summer cottage will be built at a cost of 55000. The report notes Mrs Ed Burthazor, married in Pefmed Kansas, as a grandmother in the state with a long family history. A rural mail carrier, Staxwall, retired after 60 years of service, traveling 125000 miles by horse drawn cart, preferring horses over motor vehicles for reliability.
In St Louis on July 18 a movement to create an international tennis tournament has begun with members of the American Legion backing the plan. Promoters claim this could be the first of its kind and it has been endorsed by the United States Lawn Tennis Association.
President and Mrs. Harding arrived in Washington shortly after 8 o clock this morning following a weekend aboard the Mayflower. The First Couple rode bicycles for health during the trip.
Honolulu reporters note the Hawaiian Amateur Athletic Union plans an international swimming tournament in October during the World Congress sessions. Hawaii aims to host top swimmers from 40 nations, with a two relays program and teams from Hawaii, plus invited visitors. featured stars include Duke Ka Hanamieke and Warren Kenloija among others.
Trustees of the Panama Pacific International Exposition declared an eight percent dividend on stock totaling about 5.5 million dollars. Checks will be mailed August 1 to stockholders. The company also donated the exposition auditorium to San Francisco and a four block bayfront parcel along the Marina to the city, funded by investors who declined the dividend. The tract may become a park and boulevard.
Paris June 30 reports by the Academy of Medicine find that modern X-ray lab equipment protects adjacent rooms. A commission cleared fears that rays penetrate walls with enough force to injure people outside the operators. The advisory says the danger is limited to operators themselves.
Local events list a busy week with the North Dakota Stable Fair beginning in Grand Forks, continuing through the week. Other observances include Watteau’s bicentennial death anniversary and Benito Juarez memorials while Ontario enters prohibition. Alberta election results may decide Liberal or alternative government.
Chicago, July 16. Two hundred and fifty relegates, a presenting Boab Li 000 journey of North America, here on August 1. This convention is a regular biennial affair, the tailors being ceded two weeks previous by the Committee. The adult which audits part of the union reviews amendments that have been pre and ereeary mission. At these convention activities of the tailors for a four years are outlined and considered, and many amendments before becoming part of the constitution are submitted to referendum of the entire membership.
Report says 103 alleged LW out of Aberdean and vicinity last night by citizens with Sheriff Hilcots Brown county. The group split into two, one sent south and the other north, driving through about ten miles of nearby towns. Officials of the Milwaukee and St. Paul line received word that 3001 members of the IW. Whigt searched a freight train at Mitchell, bound for this city, and would arrive soon. Another unverified report claimed 200 more were en route arriving tomorrow.
Arrestee Harry Betts, charged with drunkenness yesterday, failed to appear in police court this morning. His bond of 20 was forfeited, and a new date or action may follow.
The J H Bell Music Co based on thirty years experience will select player pianos for stock. Criteria require a good piano before player action and an action that expresses artistic interpretation of fine music. Thousands of satisfied customers validate the judgment.
A powerful wind storm Saturday evening caused major property damage in Richland and nearby areas. A traveling man arriving Sunday to Grand Forks reported five deaths and extensive destruction, with details still unfolding in the wake of the storm.
In a damaged wire service fragment, reports describe Dwight suffering storm damage and fifty firemen overcome in New York during a large building project. The Phoenix Chief company in lower Manhattan is noted in the rough notes.
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