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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 01, 1923
Page
4
The Journal World from Lawrence Kansas dated June 1 1923 reports subscription details and a Bible verse Psalm 103 1 4. It notes several American captives held by Chinese bandits have been released without ransom but cautions there is no indication captives felt cheap.
The New York American argues that a U S Canada war cannot occur because bootleggers would prevent it. The piece ties echoes of pre WWI fears to modern calls for Supreme Court checks such as recall or veto, labeling the issue as liberal or progressive.
The Klan, while gaining members nationwide, risks decline at the top as leaders fail to agree on plans and on handling the central treasury. High officers quarrel over share of funds and direction, dampening unity and ambition.
Distillers claim North American imports exceed pre Prohibition levels as the U S bans liquor production at home. Writers warn the era of open borders may be limited and rumors grow of stricter controls near Scotland.
Reported delegations press Governor Al Smith on repeal of New York dry laws. Amid wets and dries, the Molly Pitcher club signals a drinker ally while Samuel Gompers supports moderation. Smith’s stance ties to potential presidential considerations.
The governor hosts a large conference with backers of all degrees of wetness and aridity to decide whether to sign a wet or dry measure. The Missouri study notes fewer hoboes as unskilled labor improves and the eighteenth amendment takes effect, while hoboes credit or blame Prohibition for abandoning home ties and road life.
The Topeka Journal questions how an Indiana man jailed for stealing a horse could do so amid many automobiles. It notes there is little chance for a horse thief to vanish in a crowd today.
The life of Bishop Joseph C. Hartzell, eighty one, includes twenty years as a missionary bishop in Africa where he helped shape church and educational work. Born on a Illinois farm, he studied at Illinois Wesleyan and Garrett Biblical Institute, graduating in 1868. He then led the Freedmen's Aid and Southern Education Society for fourteen years before his 1896 election as a missionary bishop.
Voice asks why volunteers of 1898 receive little Memorial Day attention. No flowers or markers were placed on their graves this year, and the columnist argues they endured hardships and deserve recognition alongside other veterans. It ends with a call for awareness from readers.
The Lutheran church Scout Troop 11 under Scout Master Orland Mesenhimer aided the American Legion for Memorial Day. They located veteran graves at Oak Hill cemetery, placed flags, distributed flowers, arranged car transport for the G A R, assisted in ceremonies, marched in the parade, and raised flags at dusk. Major Clarke commends the hardworking boys and leader Mesenhimer, noting the troop has 18 registered Scouts and plans for a full 26-member unit.
The body of Arthur Bonnicastle, 46, Osage tribal leader, died in Kansas City hospital and arrived in Pawhuska. Burial will be held Saturday with traditional tribal rites. Bonnicastle gained fame for raising the American flag atop the Tien Tsin wall during the Boxer uprising in China.
Mrs and Mrs James Carrier observed fifty years of marriage on May 25 1923 with a surprise gathering at Bunn's Grove attended by thirty descendants and friends. Their son John and others from Kansas joined. two chairs were presented on Nazarene church platform by their son Rev John Carrier as tokens of love and gratitude.
Federal agents raided Diamond Joe Esposito’s Chicago establishment last night seizing thousands of dollars in liquor. The notorious “select wet spot” has not yielded Diamond Joe, and no arrests are reported. Separate note says shorthand course boosts university work efficiency. summer sessions at Lawrence Business College available.
A local drug store named Barber's offers a skin cure advertised to treat itch and eczema. The product is promoted as a topical remedy with claims of relief and soothing effects for irritated skin.
A collage of social quips and wry musings touching on vacations money politics China and Greece. The piece riffs on daily life from spring to summer with humorous asides about fashion work and travel.
J H Beal serves as president of the Kansans association in San Jose with H J Beal and Mrs Ella Worden Wood as officers. The annual picnic will be held June 16 at Alum Rock Park with Douglas county attendees including Laura B Beal and William W Stitt.
Notes mark the birth centenary of Caro line Gilman Jervey a southern juvenile author. Also noted the death a century earlier of Marshal Davoust a loyal Napoleonic figure.
During May thirty five marriage licenses were granted by Probate Judge Menger at the courthouse. Twenty couples were married by Judge Menger.
Advertises window glass in all sizes from C E Matthews Lumber Company with phone contact 34 for orders and inquiries.
County commissioners meet at the courthouse Monday to approve May bills. All county invoices must reach the board by tomorrow to ensure smooth passage of payments.
E T Cornelius of Mexico will speak at 11 o clock Sunday at the Christian church. He has long resided in Mexico and is described as a forceful speaker with a strong message and analysis of conditions in the neighboring republic to the south. The public is invited to attend. The article also notes final personal tax day is June 20 and urging early payment to avoid last minute rush. Marion Collins visits here at the Pi Kappa Alpha house. he recently left the University to work for the Kansas City Kansan and is now with the United News.
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