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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1920
Page
6
The Lawrence Journal World notes a June 1 1920 issue with syndicated AP material, local notices, and brief world items. It references British Ireland unrest Berlin fears, Howat mine protests, a second Friendship Run by Lawrence business men, and French Memorial Day tributes to American dead.
Readers express disappointment with war films by the American Legion in Lawrence Lundy, saying the moving pictures fail to convey the reality of battles. They note shells and guns lack clear origin or aim, parades show precision, and the true chaos of war remains largely unseen by cameras. The article contrasts real combat with cinematic battles and laments the gap between story and truth.
The passage reflects veterans describing the Argonne experience as blurred by mud and insignia. It notes the gap between what battles sounded like and what was seen, with many recalling a dreamlike, unreal recollection rather than vivid, heroic images.
Editorial comment notes August Jaedicke's escape after wrecking the Hanover Kansas bank and his family’s loss. The text argues self restraint, moral responsibility, and the role of churches, schools, and jails in teaching people to say no when needed. It cites Paul and reflects on societal impulse toward crime and consequence.
The text references Princess Yelanedoe of bule and the Prince of Wales, poet John Drinkwater visiting America, a Catholic bishop from Winona, Governor Ernest Fox Nichols resigning to engage in industry in Leavenworth, Blanche Sweet renowned Chicago photographer, and a Brooklyn National team member, all tangled in dated anecdotes about travel, resignations, and cultural figures.
The text outlines upcoming meetings including the seventh annual convention in Winnipeg and a national Church and Community Convention. It mentions a Gregorian Chant event at a New York cathedral and lists topics of interest for music lovers and students. It references organizational sessions and timelines for these gatherings.
The notes recount events from 1831 to 1918 including Sir James Ruas’s discovery of the North Magnetic Pole, the first meeting of the Society for the Extinction of the Slave Trade in London, the UK Alliance’s anti liquor efforts in Manchester, Ionian islands joining Greece, deaths of Catherine Warfi chi and Elizabeth Blackwell, China’s provincial independence declarations, and the launch of the destroyer Wari at Mare Island California.
Fragmented notice lists music positions and student names tied to a high school. Mentions Mr Minnie Rieber and several staff or students with unclear roles, plus partial references to Caldwell and other entities in a garbled list.
Local police leave duties this morning to focus on farming as stated by a senior officer. The report mentions a veteran officer clearing Rais Farmer duties and references rat control endorsements by RAT SNAP and Crean Plus. Corner Store and Tire Co. are cited in the chaotic transcription of the notice.
A brief item notes the Rhire Republic was inaugurated at Wiesbaden while a fire at a Valence sur Rhone cinema cost lives. Also mentions arrival of Midget American Legion pins and a Palmer Tire Co repair service at 11-13 West 9th Avenue.
The piece recalls the old barlow knife of boys past, its blades and hilt worn by time, and links the heirloom to memories of white events and civic ties. It notes Civil War era currency and hints at Democratic and Republican eras, with local tributes to Brinkman Bakery, the American Legion, and community sympathy.
Members of the Christian Church of Lawrence attend the Second District convention in Ottawa. The program includes devotions, reports, and addresses by pastors and officers, with adjournment planned for Wednesday afternoon. The event features speakers on mission work and church initiatives, plus a note inviting friends to attend.
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