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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 24, 1920
Page
2
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A damaged OCR style excerpt from Ecclesiastes 7 21 10 presents a paraphrased series of proverbs on wisdom sorrow better than laughter, patience over pride, hearing rebuke, and disdain for youthful nostalgia. It references wise hearts in mourning and fools in mirth, ending with cautions about anger and memory.
Candidates have worried about getting voters to register. They now have a couple of Sundays to consider the problem and those registered will vote.
Contenders for the America’s Cup race two wins apiece, sparking growing interest in the final outcome. In this region spectators see little nautical craft aside from a lone prairie schooner, limiting actual sailing action.
The Poles asked for an armistice, but the bol shevikd signals indicate it’s likely too late. Soviet forces have breached the Polish front and are pushing it back quickly, suggesting the Red Army may press onward rather than seek a settlement now.
The British public reportedly grows anxious about Poland amid fears of a new war aimed at saving Poles from the Reds. The discourse compares distant Poland to Ireland, noting English concern appears lower for the far-off crisis.
A fragmented passage references shells, impregnation, and mineral salts, suggesting a wartime context. It alternates between unclear phrases about fertility, underground elements, and ice, with scattered mentions of a general belief and readings. The readable parts imply confusion over resource or fertility themes amid devastation.
A local ceremony honored Dior Lindley in an event organized by the community. Attendees included residents and officials who celebrated Lindley as a respected figure.
Lawrence audience hears Lindley pledge to align University aims with state needs and to publicize the institution’s work. Support for the new leader grows as Lawrence residents express confidence, while oil industry notes forecast gasoline rationing and faster fuel production.
Leavenworth Times notes Minnesota politician Rev CJ Kyale, who authored Volstead law, was defeated for Congress after a court ruled he lied in circulation about Volstead’s religious views. The critique ponders whether political purity depends on truth in campaigns.
Bolivia observes a holiday in memory of Simon Bolivar while Mormons celebrate Pioneer Day recalling Brigham Young’s 1847 Salt Lake arrival. Tenants note the Eastland disaster’s 5th anniversary with over 800 deaths as Democratic primaries occur in Texas for upcoming November offices. Pilgrims’ tercentenary events begin in Southampton to honor Mayflower voyage.
A compact list of historic anniversaries spans 1567 Queen Mary resigning her crown to James VI at Lochleven castle 1621 Virginia colony constitution 1845 Francis Blanchet consecrated vicar apostolic of Oregon 1870 first through car to New York 1823 Captain Webb drowns at Niagara rapids 1891 Pastor John Robinson tablet unveiled Amsterdam 1895 US troops ordered to Wyoming disturbances 1918 US destroyer Ward launched at Mare Island Navy Yard
In Agana Guam on July 24 Captain Gilmer governor and naval station commandant orders no whistling within the city limits. Violation carries an executive fine up to five dollars. Gilmer asserts sole legislative power in Guam, noting it may be the only U S possession with such authority.
Republican candidate for justice of the supreme court Tom D Smith of Hiswatha visited Lawrence to drum up support among friends from his university days. He said he expected a vote in Douglas county and counted on votes from his home county, with his name listed third on Douglas ballots and second on Jefferson and Leavenworth ballots.
Mexico City July 24 Senator Guillermo Laveaga publishes a statement denouncing American intervention as a soon-to-be-discredited factor that sows hate between nations. He accuses interventionists of representing only capitalist interest, praises Mexican civic progress, and asserts faith in the American people while warning against foreign meddling.
One year ago today British reports cited 800 killed in the Egyptian revolt while Georgia lawmakers rejected the Federal Woman Suffrage Amendment in a clash of imperial turmoil and state constitutional reform.
Sydney reports the New South Wales branch of the Federated Seamen's Union voted to withdraw all members from military and naval duties in the future. Secretary T Walsh says the move aims to spark a broader refusal by transportation workers and eventually all labor unionists to support war. Walsh, son-in-law of Mrs. Pankhurst, ties to the English suffragette leader.
An old line promotes Guernsey milk from Dunmire S, claiming real cream and rich flavor. The brief advert-like note highlights the product as a dairy choice for households seeking wholesome milk.
A brief advertisement listing City Packing House Market at 105 West Eighth and a note about Hanna with the phrase A Ride a bicycle. The readable fragments present a local business location and a personal reference without additional context.
Tea Cream Social offers pie a la mode and cake for sale on the Episcopal Parish House lawn Saturday evening. Guernsey brand milk marketed for infants by Dunmire's, contact by phone 58.
A terse request lists items to procure including Guernsey milk bicycle and Hanna with a directive to call 58 today for immediate orders to securing a bottle of Dunmire.
New York reports 25 million dollars in theatre construction underway as flats are razed for new playhouses. Builders defend the investment while social welfare investigators warn the housing shortage worsens amid plans for eight theatres in Times Square area and several more across Manhattan and Brooklyn.
An error in an advertisement in the Journal World misstated hogs offered by Miss Blanche Reineke Shawnee Kansas as from a Long sire. In fact the stock includes Poland Chinas from Long Bab and Liberty Lad by Ed Ridenour, with connections to Letter Glover's Liberty Bond. Correspondence to Miss Reineke at 6th Floor Hewson Ridge Kansas City Missouri.
Lord Dunsany a leading dramatist born in England 42 years ago today. Norman E. Mack Buffalo newspaper publisher and Democratic leader born 62 years ago. William A. Johnston Kansas Supreme Court chief justice age 72. Ori en Gillette actor playwright born in Hartford Conn 65 years ago. Frederick Law Olmsted landscape architect born Staten Island N Y 50 years ago today.
A playful phrase questions buying poor milk and promotes Glennséy at Din en Pe. The snippet hints at a quirky local ad or sign using stylized spelling to draw attention to a dairy product or brand in a casual market setting.
Corinne Griffith headlines at the Varsity with George Fawcett in Deadline at Eleven and a strong supporting cast led by Charles Abbe and Harry A. Fisher. Rex Beach’s The Girl From Outside also screens with Clara Horton and Cullen Landis. The Llano Kid tale leads to A Double Dyed Deceiver starring Jack Pickford, shown Friday and Saturday.
Rome shows growing enthusiasm for moving pictures with Milian, a denser city, less than Rome in patronage. The article notes a surge since late 1919 when the so called war profiteers arrived and mentions a writer accusing them of visiting picture theatres with their families to study fashionable behavior.
Mrs. Clifford Day and son Keith, and Miss Zella Jones of Parsons Kansas, arrived this morning to visit several weeks with relatives.
Pure cas tile soap baby brushes small hot water bottles baby talcum etc call at Rankins Drug Store Try our specially handled milk for babies It is Guernsey and for
Milk with real cream touted from Dunmire's Guernsey herds offered to customers seeking richer dairy.
Get Shimmons Bros for plumbing and electrical troubles. Phone 161. Ride a bicycle for health.
A dense church notices page lists Evangelical Association with Pastor K Young at Corner Tenth and Kentucky detailing Sunday School 9:30, Morning Worship 11, missionary meeting 1 to 5 led by C W Newby, and an Evening Union Service at South Park with Rev J K Young to preach. Free Methodist at Corner Twelfth and Conn reports 10 Sunday School, no services during quarterly Kansas City meeting, midweek prayer Wednesday 7:45. First Christian at Tenth and Kentucky notes Bible School 10, August features Anti-Cant Day, morning service 11 with sermon How They Won, and 3pm union in the park. Other churches listed include First Church of the Brethren, Ninth Street Baptist, Friends Church, United Brethren, St Luke A M E, and Plymouth Congregational with varied service times and speakers, plus a week of vacation preaching by Topeka guest B S Powell.
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