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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 02, 1920

Page

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Committee Works on Contest Cases At Republican Convention

The Republican National Committee seated unpledged Louisiana delegates led by Emile Kuntsé and dismissed the contest by the Wool group in New Orleans. Florida and Georgia cases continued as the panel pushed to speed action on other state contests.

Chicago Johnson Minnesota California Schall Minneapolis M. Mithun Buffalo Minn Pitas Miss.ohn Boyer John Albus Seabul Louisiana Emile Kuntsé Now Ore Jeans Heeb Victor Loisel New Orleans Florida Georgia H. L. Andersen Jackonville Wood Lawden Womans Suffragists National Committee Senator Johnson Harding General Wood Fort Sheridan Gov Fannden

Robber Tries Change Request. Struck Storekeeper in Lawrence

An attempted robbery at Walter M. Story second hand store on East Suh Street in Lawrence failed after the owner, Story, was struck on the forehead when a man in black converged for change for a ten dollar bill. Story fought back, hitting the robber, who fled empty handed after the failed ploy.

Frebbery Lawrence Walter M. Story LY East Suh Street Cnet James Manroe Story Sofia Enr Sofia Serge Thine

Stole Baby Prom CMU Norvidtawens Poo Fame

A baby was abducted during a city event and later found safe after the alarm. Police traced the kidnapping to suspects as the second ceremony proceeded. The child’s parents were alerted when the infant was recovered nearby.

Norvidtawens Glakely Sioury Netoye Ainik

Aristian Church Plans Movie Program for Sunday School Work

The Aristian Church members voted to move a picture machine into church work and use it to illustrate Sunday school lessons. Rev Ree Serey may travel to Kansas City to explore the proposition while the group prepares posters and enlists the local choir for a circular advocating the plan.

Christian Churen Jurehiec Ree Serey Kansas City Moneerestian Chri Werlers Twe Christan Tian Downing John Seatch

Lawrence Chamber Plans Largest Second Run Tour

The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce outlines a plan for a tour described as the biggest ever. Beginning at 8 50 o clock, at least twenty will ride with the party, visiting several communities. One hundred fifty dinners will be arranged for the travelers with arrangements for refreshments at each stop.

Prom Chamber of Commerce Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Clommier McKeen Vunner

Passage on constitutional amendment and suffrage debate

Fragmented report discusses a proposed amendment and women suffrage, noting vote alignment and statements by lawmakers. It references committees, political figures, and the constitutional framework influencing the amendment's fate. The text, though garbled, implies ongoing legislative consideration and public interest.

Explosion Traps Miners at Coal Plant Near Ontario

A mining disaster occurred when an explosion trapped and killed several workers at a coal mine operated by G Col Company near Ontario. Crews resumed efforts after the blast, but the chamber debris and searing earth prevented escape for many laborers who were already deep underground.

Kansas Forecast Sees Warmth in West Tonight

Weather update notes partly cloudy conditions across Kansas with warmer temperatures in the western portion. Forecast covers the latest readings from 7 p.m. yesterday to 2 p.m. today, showing maximum yesterday and minimum today alongside rainfall measurements.

Kansas

Cotton Crop Dims as Agriculture Dept Reports Low Yield

The May 25 report from the Department of Agriculture notes the poorest cotton yield in 50 years. Overall acreage and production figures are down across several counties, with counties reporting reduced plantings and lower per acre output.

Washington Mony Qaimounvel Sbabbooo Acres

Federal Wheat Standards Decision Reported by Hearings

Washington June 2 news item notes discussions on federal wheat standards with Hearings in the central northwest. Meredith in an opinion addresses existing grades for hard red spring and durum wheats. Advocates urge change to raise farmer returns while supporters say producers could gain higher payments.

Washington Sveretwy Meredith Central Northwest Darrin

Preforestial Rates to De Janeiro Contracted by Decree

The document notes rates tied to Preforestial imports as pressed by Micron Mh decree, affecting categories such as wheat flour, watches, ink, typewriters, and school furniture with a seven percent levy. It lists origins including United os, Poilav, and near ninee Hiaen Imports, warning of port congestion and midhoy article impacts.

de Janeiro United Os

Reynolds Neb City Clerk Faces Alleged Loan Record

Fragmentary OCR text suggests Reynolds Nebraska officialdom involving a city clerk and a stock commission merchant. Readable items mention a loan, a tax, and street dealings, with unclear names and dates.

Owl Dane Reynolds Southside Hive Stock Commission Teta Hunter Reynald Totter

Track captain to be elected at banquet

The athletic department announces the track captain will be elected at the upcoming banquet. In Topeka Wood, two men died after consuming a weed-containing drink. Nant G. Sanders of North Topeka and another man were reported dead today. A county meeting is set for tomorrow night in the Chamber of Commerce rooms at 8 o'clock.

Uae Tehoek Chas Merning Topeka Wood Nant G. Sanders Tuday CPA Chamber of Commerce

Marriage License Issued to Clyde W Ford de Allee de Conrad

Clyde W. Ford de Allee de Conrad of Tonganoxie was granted a marriage license yesterday by probate judge C. B. Lindley. Doctors Welch and Welch assisted.

Clyde W. Ford de Allee de Conrad Tonganoxie C. EB. Lindley

Doard Praises Dean Templin for Merits of Work

The Board commends Dean Permplin for handling complex duties amid difficult conditions. His service to the university and students is acknowledged by colleagues who value his steady leadership during a period of exceptional effort and transition.

Peon Perm Dean Perm Plin

Palmer campaign faces charge of liquor interests push

Philadelphia witness Eugene Bonniwell told a state investigating committee that Palmer’s campaign for attorney general used an open appeal to saloon and bonded house interests. He said breweries and saloons operated freely as the McAdoo bid faded, with doors to dance halls wide open and liquor tied to the presidential primary in Pennsylvania.

Washington Palmer Pennin Tate Eugene Bonniwell Philadelphia Bonniwell McAdan Peonsy Me Aiie McAdloe Vensylvania Kense Cornelius Darrin Runn Teagan Casey Pratner the Cusack Tiller Andeesy Breslin Senater

Palmer Denies Prohibition Sins Charge in Campaign

Washington reports Attorney General Palmer, a Democratic presiden tial hopeful, asked a senate committee for time to answer ER C Bonniwell of Philadelphia who alleged violations of Prohibition during the Pennsylvania phase of the Palmer campaign. Bonniwell claimed the witness spoke broadly, prompting Palmer to request a brief reply.

Washington Palmer Senate Committee ER. C. Bonniwell Philadelphia Pennslvania

More Speakers to Represent Alumni at Drive

The Million Dollar Loyalty Drive announced changes to the alumni meeting plan with no delays anticipated. EL Morte Sorith of Kansas City will detail the drive and its expansion for university life, while Prof Harr will discuss the student cadence at the University of Michigan.

Bay Ayres Thompson Deeneration Milan Themyon Yeuker EL Morte Sorith Kanas City Snow University of Profesor Harr Will' Dso Caden Buddine University of Mich Wether Apegkey

Police Court Costs Cut Amid City Revisions

A garbled 19th century police court notice outlines revised costs and penalties. Parts indicate an ordinance lowering fees and reorganizing proceedings while relating to debt claims and testimony. The text references witnesses, clerks, and city officials enforcing changes at the court.

Unclear OCR Repair Aims to Describe Night Session

Fragmentary OCR text references a night session, merchant agreement, and payment terms. Key details about people, dates, places, or outcomes are unreadable, making it difficult to extract concrete facts or identify entities.

Racing card urged for Douglas County fair by Lawrence chamber

Lawrence Chamber of Commerce members heard from visiting Alexander Freeman that a strong racing card could draw crowds from Kansas City after the fort to fort highway project. Chris Shaake’s fair board urged funding from local merchants, while talk on repairing Hind Street and debate over the county fair’s men’s and women’s departments highlighted the meeting. John Brodie entertained with Scottish songs as “Harry Lander” of the ALR. F. noted Hiawatha June 14 by Haskell students.

Lawrence Douglas County Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Chris Shaake Fair Association Board of Directors Chamber of Commerce H. B. Ober The Fair Association W. C. Simons Freeman Alexander Kansas City Fort Hind Street North Yeas Bert Ober Ober X. Kennedy Trend Roads Committee Hiawatha Haskell Bowersovk Pears John Brodie Harry Lander ALR. F

Deed Cancellation Sues Over Ada McQueen Estate

Lala Ek Hawkins filed in district court to cancel a warranty deed tied to Ada McQueen. Hawkins and her husband claim they signed under false pretenses after Mrs. McQueen’s death and seek division of the estate by law.

New York Robert Peel Sir Robert Peel England America Finland Lala EK. Hawkins C. McQueen M Hawkins Delares Ada McQueen Hawkins

Parade Stopped by Rain Drums Concert in Denver

Rain halted a parade by the Denver Drum Corps and a realty party. the drum corps held a concert at Union Pacific Station while party members toured the city by auto, with visits to the university and Haskell Institute. Chaplain Edwards’s book will be rented in Germany soon. A copy was sent to Capt Mundy in occupied Germany. Washington moves to probe Bergdoll escape with House Rules Committee favoring the resolution. See 133 Agency for insurance.

Denver E. A. Edwards Doniphan Verdun Germany Mundy 140Th Infantry Bergdoll Washington Grover Cleveland Philadelphia House Rules Committee

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