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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 27, 1921
Page
1
A Tolinois executive meets with his attorney in a private conference as part of efforts to avoid a trial. Details remain limited but indicate legal strategy discussions and potential settlement considerations. The involvement of high level officials signals significance for the case and regional interest.
Chicago July 27. Sheriff Mester of Sangamo County received warrants for the arrest of Governor Len Small on charges of embezzlement and conspiracy. Small’s camp said he would not surrender in Chicago. arrangements were discussed to surrender in Springfield or via telegraph to seize the case. Bail was set at 50,000 by Judge E. S. Smith, as the legal fight over the governor’s trial continued.
Chicago reports Gov Len Small planned to surrender to arrest on embezzlement charges as warrants issue. Telegrams between Chicago and Springfield said he would turn himself in at his attorney Albert Finks office or await warrants, with habeas corpus to follow. Attorney General Brundage would justify criminal trial. Both men in Chicago, ready to proceed on return.
Dublin July 27 Eamonn de Valera and colleagues have not found a basis for the proposed conference with Britain on the Irish question in London. They continue to search for a common fund on which the parties can meet.
Mustafa Kemal Pasha, leader of the Turkish nationalist government, telegrammed Constantinople urging central authority to seek Allied intervention to halt Greco Turkish fighting. Greek official outlets report nationalist resistance in Asia Minor largely broken, with about 60,000 Turkish casualties and Greeks advancing toward Angora.
Washington July 27 a communication from Tokyo said to contain Japan’s formal acceptance of President Harding’s invitation to participate in an international discussion of Far Eastern questions and disarmament. Officials declined to comment on the nature of the note or whether it would be published.
Thirty three babies were taken to the mothers conference for examination yesterday afternoon at the city hall. This attendance sets a new record for the conference. Twelve of the babies were visitors at the conference for the first time. Seven of the children were from out of town. The next mothers conference will be held September 6.
Two American aviators Lt Carl Derby Gunther of Wrankist Indiana and Corporal O Rogers of Hillsboro Texas were killed yesterday when their airlanes crashed at Weisenthurn field near here.
Lawrence patrons push for Kansas City Kansas to require interurban cars to stop for local passengers. The interurban opposes, saying it would disrupt schedules and burden regular riders. A remonstrance by E L Eaton was filed with the Kansas City Kansas commission and the ordinance is held for further consideration.
The Journal World consolidates with area papers, confirming W C Simons as owner of all Lawrence publications. It traces the Weekly Gazette’s lineage to 1882 and notes Talbot’s leadership, with advertisements and printing accounts due, coupon payments accepted until April 1922, and continued advance subscriptions honored.
Washington July 37 An executive offer to coordinate purchasing for the army navy and shipping board and permit transfer of surplus supplies from one government agency to another was signed today by President Harding It was understood to have been suggested by Secretary Vance of the Budget Bureau and divides the country into sections corresponding to army districts.
Varnum offered guidance to travelers headed to Kansas City by car. He advised taking the north route, noting that the roads are currently oily and in good condition. He warned that traveling the other way could lead to a disagreeable baptism, implying rough or unsafe roads.
Style False Teeth Havana reports Diaz Morgado in Central Park after a nap, awake to find his $40 set of false teeth stolen. Morgado cites al fresco slumber with mouth open as a bad habit, sparking a parkside theft incident.
A marriage license was issued yesterday afternoon by the office of the Probate Judge. Menger and Charles W. Ready, with Alla M. Jercules, both of Topea, were married by the judge in a brief ceremony.
Increased passenger fares went into effect throughout the state under the order of the Interstate Commerce Commission. The new rate is 3.6 cents per mile, matching the interstate rate in effect since last August. Freight rates will be advanced August 5.
Mexico City July 27 The chamber of deputies voted down Obrégon's bid for extraordinary powers to revise Article 27 and oil deposits. The senate meanwhile approved the request after a joint conference outlined the need for limited interaction on Article 27. The ruling party opposed amendments as a misstep while observers note a split between President Obregon and his party, with party leaders accusing him of political expediency.
Rev Rey Stanton Olinger longtime Presbyterian minister and scholar died in New York July 25 at age 53. He taught at Kansas and Princeton affiliated institutions, led Buena Vista College, served as Presbyterian Church education board field man, and headed the Bible chair at Kansas University before illness halted duties. Survived by widow Anna Cooper Keath and three children Barbara, David, Dwight.
Miss Carrie M. Watson will retire as librarian of the University of Kansas after serving since 1887. Earl N. Manchester of Chicago University will assume the post, bringing extensive library experience from Brown and Brown University and Army service. The legislature has appropriated 250000 for a new library building, and Manchester will oversee the expanded service as KU enters a rapid development phase.
Fort Scott Chamber of Commerce president Rice and brickmaker Chaininah Reed warn that higher rates may force closures of major brick plants in Kansas. The Kansas commission plans to seek aid from the federal Interstate Commerce Commission to adjust pricing, after an initial 12 percent increase in brick prices was noted. Plants in Coffeyville, Pittsburg, Topeka, and other cities are cited as affected.
A tentative accord emerged during a dinner at the White House as Senators discussed revising the permanent tariff act. The Men’s Forum of the University invites members to a weekly session in Green Hall to continue discussions on legislative matters through the second term.
In Austin on July 27 the Texas Legislature tabled a resolution by Representatives Patia n and Cass county proposing an investigation into alleged Klan activity. The vote was 9 to 54 with Representative Cox of Taylor county moving to lay the measure aside. The mover said he neither commended nor condemned the Klan but believed the resolution out of place.
A formal demand, carried by Hughes and others, requests the Soviet authorities free detained Americans in exchange for relief measures. The appeal, sent via Ambassador Hoover and addressed to Gorky, cites humanity and urges steps to secure their release as condition for improved U S Soviet relations. The message references prominent missing Americans and notes ongoing efforts by Red Cross relief attempts have failed.
Work advances on the KU stadium site with ditching machinery laying drainage and crews removing gumbo to prepare foundations. A diesel mixer and concrete lines will soon fill the supporting pillars and main structure as Phog Alllen notes training quarters rise and grading adapts to the building footprint.
Scott Challenged Reed before the Kansas Public Utilities Commission seeks to learn if Clyde Reed will waive official privilege to permit a libel suit on its merits. The exchange centers on whether Reed will allow the case to proceed based on testimony given in prior proceedings.
Rotarians from Kansas City and surrounding towns plan a large annual picnic in Kansas City with wives and children invited. Lawrence Wichita and other clubs will send dozens of families. The event will feature a luncheon and flag presentation amid concessions and entertainment for about a thousand attendees tomorrow at Fairmount Park.
Officials to inspect the cement and sand concrete surfacing on Section G east of the county line. The west side of Shawnee county near the fort highway is five and three tenths miles long and to dry for thirty days before traffic can start September 1. Ziegler and Caton oversee initial work with Maley and Heys as sub contractors. Section E to Section F and Section I work to begin August 1 with Ziegler & Dalton.
A big celebration to open Kansas' longest concrete road from Topeka east to Douglas County line, 11 miles, first link of Vicay highway and Fort-to-Fort Highway. A committee of Topeka Chamber of Commerce, county officials, and Victory Highway Association plans a midday picnic five miles east of Topeka. Gov Henry Allen and other officials invited. A ten mile parade from the state house will run the road length, with ice cream, fruit, and music provided. Prizes for best decorated car and township with most parade cars are offered. Thousands expected.
Fragmented note reports the fine arts dean plans current term, notes limited enrollment in his department, and cites applications received as basis. Mentions Queen Alexandra joining mercantile marine and a fatal car accident injuring a chairman, with unclear local context and several garbled phrases.
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