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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 03, 1924
Page
4
A 1924 Lawrence Journal-World column mix covers congressional recess views during presidential campaigns urging focus after November, plus remarks on the Coolidge tax bill and its uncertain revenue. It cites Sen LaFollette and justice in Chicago, plus Carl R. White's bid for Kansas state treasurer and term limits debate.
The piece reflects on American homicide rates during wartime, arguing that as mechanical progress grows with the automobile and radio, home life regains centrality. It notes rising bicycle use, the hope for affordable airplanes, and the challenge of finding time to enjoy modern conveniences.
Rear Admiral William R Shoemaker nominated by President Coolidge to head the Navy Department Bureau of Navigation is an expert on naval operations organization strategy and tactics He was born in Tottenville New York in 1863 graduated from Annapolis in 1884 commanded the torpedo boat Talbot during the Spanish American War and studied electricity at Johns Hopkins University from 1889 to 1892 He served in the Philippine insurrection and aided in the Waller party rescue He was chief of staff to the commander in chief of the Atlantic fleet from 1910 to 1912 and later commanded divisions of both the Atlantic and Pacific fleets
One week from today marks the opening of the Republican national convention. The British Empire observes King George V entering his 60th year. An interdenominational conference on church work in city and industrial communities begins today at Union Theological Seminary in New York City.
Early risers report a swarm of Goldbugs visiting the town and boys speculate on signs of good luck. Otis Crooks reports for summer duty at Broad View Inn while Endacott and others deliver Grolier Society booklets. Various locals pick berries, plant sweet potatoes, and Thornton Hemphill plans a September return with money. A Mexican ranch owner, M C Dyer, visits Lawrence sharing views on Mexico and Japan’s social trends.
A civic style essay advises balanced diets for all households. It highlights milk vegetables grain products fresh fruit fats eggs some meats and limited sweets as essential, noting vitamins in root and leafy vegetables and milk. It urges simple daily variation to maintain a nutritious meal series.
The Methodist church notes announce a city wide vacation bible school beginning June 11 at three centers Pinckney Quincy and Cordley buildings for four weeks under Mrs H P Smith with qualified teachers. Dr Fred M Bailey district superintendent filled the pulpit and praised Rev Edward Hislop and the church. Bishop Francis J McConnell will deliver the baccalaureate sermon at eight oclock next Sunday at the stadium. No cases were heard in police court yesterday or today. a 14 year old received a lecture and was released.
Mrs. Hollis Marsh and son Phil from St Louis visit Reno with the Kelsalls. Decorations Day events include a reading by Blanche Phenicie and a Children's Day program with local students singing and performing. Residents report road work near Pony Creek, garden planting, and many relatives visiting or hosting gatherings in Reno and nearby towns.
New York City will host the Democratic National Convention many cities along the Atlantic seaboard expect to share hospitality. Delegation officials say visitors will be drawn not only to the metropolis landmarks but also to scenic splendors and historical sites within a day or so travel, with opportunities for ocean and river experiences.
Massachusetts hosts promote excursions to summer resorts and historic sites from Boston to Washington. Railroads, steamship lines, auto clubs, and historical societies add extra service and publish pamphlets. Guides will lead visitors to battlegrounds, cemeteries, legislative halls, and estates associated with famous figures, while governors and tourism bureaus plan auto tours and yacht trips for delegates.
Local page details Children's Day exercises at the church with elaborate decorations and a long program. It notes family visits, school events, graduates, a baccalaureate sermon, and community members traveling to attend or host gatherings. The piece also mentions weather with a hay barn collapse and lists numerous neighbors and visiting relatives across Lawrence and Knowledge Hill.
The postal department will install red, white and blue letter boxes in principal cities by July I for air mail. These boxes will serve airplane mail and display postage rates for three zones as transcontinental air mail service begins.
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