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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jul 28, 1922
Page
1
President Harding presented three proposals to railroad executives and shop crafts union leaders aimed at ending the nationwide strike. Proposals center on seniority rights, wage rehearings, and potential arbitration or joint committees to settle disputes. Officials said a basis for settlement exists, with executives cautious and union leaders signaling possible acceptance of the plan in part.
Topeka analysis of the upcoming primary suggests the 570000 national vote from the last presidential election split into eleven parts. Eleven candidates for governor will compete, seven Republicans, three Democrats and one Socialist. Republicans likely share the 369268 Republican vote from two years ago.
The 148 railroad executives will meet in New York next Tuesday to discuss a settlement plan. President Harding held talks with shopmen’s union leaders led by B M Jewell, while Cuyler announced the executives’ gathering after a White House conference. Union officials offered no comment, and the tentative proposals remain undisclosed. Progress appeared likely as leaders stayed in Washington awaiting the decision.
Washington July 28 Three coal carrying railroads the Norfolk & Western Chesapeake and Ohio and Louisville and Nashville have declared embargoes over their lines against the acceptance of any freight except food stuffs livestock and fuel. The actions were taken under the interstate commerce commissions declaration of an emergency which authorizes roads embarrassed by the shopmen strike to show preferences and establish priority in transportation.
Executives of southwest railroads met in St. Louis and telegraphed President Harding urging protection of seniority rights for non union workers hired since the July 1 strike and for union workers who refused to strike. The roads represented operate in Missouri, Kansas, Arkansas, Oklahoma and Texas.
Governor H J Allen will not attend arraignment in Topeka with ex Governor W R Stubbs today. He left for Chicago and will not return until Wednesday, planning to vote next Tuesday from Wichita. Stubbs extended campaign speeches ending with two addresses, including in Wichita Monday night aimed at Allen.
Dublin July 28 Associated Press says all main towns in Connemara are cleared of insurgent troops. National forces report rapid progress in the west and Munster provinces. Officials anticipate that within the next fortnight the organized resistance of republican irregulars will be broken, potentially ending further Parliament postponement.
England remains confident enough coal will be produced to meet demand despite rail and mine strikes. President Harding reportedly plans no new coal strike actions while British industry notes persistent American demand, price rises, and large orders, with miners' leaders signaling possible continued status or talks toward settlement.
Walter Reed General Hospital where many World War I wounded are treated lists volunteers willing to donate blood. About 50 men from clerks to ambulance drivers sign up, with donors offering up to ten days leave. transfusions match donor blood type to patients and occur frequently.
University alumni office distributes analysis of 1922 state and local government receipts and expenditures. It shows how each dollar is allocated, with education receiving significant shares. Fair board considers Cheyenne Kiser rodeo as fall 1923 attraction to boost attendance and revenue, estimating about 11 000 cost and 100 riders plus 12 cowgirls.
A president’s note declaring federal power limited to intervene in United Mine Workers stand on independent local agreements drew fire from Michigan Governor Groesbeck who argued the federal government can protect citizens in the coal strike. Meanwhile, Old Settlers plan a three day reunion in Oskaloosa with entertainment and parades. Women Voters organize in Kansas towns led by Mrs. Albee Ladd. Southwest Kansas bands unite into 150 pieces for a Cowboy Band concert across several towns.
July 28 report from Topeka records daily weather bureau data on road conditions. Towns across Kansas describe pod roads as suitable for travel with varying moisture and surface quality affecting accessibility.
A powder plant explosion near Fort Smith Arkansas kills John Capeton 30 and injures two other workers. The blast hurls Capeton 200 yards and dozens of structures suffer damage as ten tons of powder explode and packing is pressed. Nearby facilities feel the shock.
Mr and Mrs George Bunn and their children from Bartlesville Oklahoma have left their visit with Mr Bunns mother and returned home this morning.
Yesterday saw the first annual Sunday School Picnic draw about 2,000 people by 250 vehicles to Brown's grave grounds. The day featured a parade, sports including baseball, volleyball, and basketball, with a final vote to continue the picnics annually and make athletic contests a larger feature. Key speakers Dr W Kurtz and Rev Charles Richard stressed religious training and global harmony, while many groups received thanks for transport, organization, and support.
Federal agents killed Harry Baker a former police lieutenant and wounded another alleged rum runner in a gunfight at a Louisville distillery early this morning. One suspect escaped and a fourth man was captured after the raiders rammed a truck loaded with 25 barrels of whisky into agents’ car and opened fire. Baker had just been discharged from the police force.
Sedewick county farm agent BE J Macy warns 20 000 trees may die from shot hole disease spreading in Kansas due to a wet season. Bordeaux spray urged. In Grenola the 102 year old dad Jackson’s funeral features 10 children placing flowers on the casket after a long life since 1882.
A fall from a turning truck killed Fred Chapman aged 26, a painter, in Abilene. His body was taken to Blue Rapids, his former home, for burial.
Mr and Mrs C B Lowen departed this morning for Ottawa where they will establish residence.
The Army dirigible C-2 arrived at Aberdeen proving grounds at 6 o'clock, ending its nonstop trip from New York. It left Bowling Field at 5 o'clock yesterday afternoon, reached New York around 12:30 this morning, circled the bay and Manhattan, then reportedly disappeared during the return leg.
An examination for high school credits will be held at the court house on August 4 and 5 under County Superintendent C. J. Lang. The tests grant units toward first and second grade teaching certificates across subjects including English, algebra, geography, civics, music, history, drawing, plane geometry, Latin, and more. Three units are needed for second grade certificates and seven for first grade. papers go to the state Superintendent for grading.
Preliminary hearing for William Quelvh on a charge of stealing a hay rake from Lafayet Dillon featured testimony from Hilton and Dillon about alleged rake trades. The court found insufficient evidence to prove a fake trade, dismissing the case. Ford introduces a new glass making plant for auto windshields with continuous conveyor systems. Geneva White of Pratt visits Lawrence for Rebekah Lodge business. Vote for A Frank Kerns for county treasurer.
Work on the rooming house survey in Lawrence progresses with Prof. D B Jolly and Lawrence Walworth guiding inspections from Massachusetts to the University. The study covers lighting sanitation furniture and other details. data will benefit future years. Some professors have joined for university credit while townspeople object to repeated surveys. Professor Jolly will tabulate material for the fall term as Dougan and Walworth continue the survey.
Mrs Mund G Skilton wife of University of Kansas fine arts Prof Charles Skilton died at 4 am at 118 Louisiana. She was 45 born in Montreal. survived by husband two daughters Helen Vivian son Sanford. Funeral in Lawrence Episcopal church with no arrangements yet. Also local items include plot to slay Poincare rumor and visits from Kaw Oklahoma families and travelers. advertisement urging vote for A Frank Kerns for county measurer.
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