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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 02, 1920
Page
6
The article surveys preconvention tensions in Chicago as candidates and managers fill party headquarters with anxious activity. It notes Henry Allen’s dreamlike fears, high court rulings on state amendments, and remarks on Mexico, Palmer, Post, and ongoing debates over Prohibition and liquor interests.
A fragment indicates campaign funds have spread widely and points to clear destinations tied to national figures. The statement highlights the broad distribution and implies substantial political financial activity reaching major players.
The Senate opposes a Armenia mandate, reflecting mixed public sentiment. The piece argues humanitarian duty versus realism, noting burden of occupation and cost, and urges continued Near East Relief or League action. It also profiles Thomas Hardy descendant and early career, highlighting Tess of the D’Urbervilles and Desperate Remedies.
Lawrence Lodge No 595 calls a regular meeting on Wednesday evening June 2 with W M Newmark Exalted Ruler presiding. Members are advised to attend and conduct routine lodge business.
A garbled report mentions Lake Eiepote and a surrender action tied to unidentified officials and entities. The text is partly obscured with names, places, and quotes, making the precise event unclear but implying a tense action or policy statement related to property or liquor restrictions.
J We Lee longtime Norvdance resident died last week at a Cleveland home. He was the father of Wil G Gee a leading figure in the American Brotherhood of Railway Engineers and a past member of United Mietinh church. He was active in legal affairs and politics.
A newspaper item notes Mrs William Howard Taft born in Cincinnati and Edward Penfioll born in New York, with reference to their ages and origins. The column recalls Allen Allegheny City and a mention of The Palmer company and related items, though details are fragmented.
Fragmentary notes indicate discussions on a twelve year contract and a purchase at P6500 with reserves for June. Faculty members are to be paid on order, and there is mention of a secretary and local officials connected to the hospital transfer. The text references bands and a broader financial plan.
A garbled list of anniversaries and obituaries mentions individuals born in Frankfort on the Main and Venice, with deaths in Portland and the Vatican. It also hints at events between Brazil and another nation, a name tied to a Canadian figure, and a July opening in Connaugist.
A fragmented item notes an event promising one year ago today with anti prohibition parade themes in Aklinire and references to The Palmer Tire Co Fire repair and related entries.
A group of Lawrence residents who saw World War I images from the 1st Division discuss whether they themselves appear in the photos taken on the overcast northern France day. Major Samuel Lible denies speculation about his own presence in the main pictures.
A company here announced a plan to convert oil powered vessels into coal burners as a supplementary measure. The United States Shipping Board allocated vessels to this 5 cent vive program. Similar actions are being contemplated by other firms as reports mention ongoing efforts to adapt ships for coal use.
The message thanks attendees and contributors from Kansas towns for a community event. It notes appreciation for Lawrence figures and a group named Princess, plus praise for those who supported transport and the afternoon gathering.
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