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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 04, 1923
Page
4
The 1923 Lawrence Kansas issue lists subscription rates and advertising details for the Journal World. It notes rates for weekly and annual plans within 150 miles of Chicago and references representatives and publication rights. It includes contact instructions for missed deliveries and a Bible verse citation.
The piece argues Gov. Al Smith signs the New York liquor repeal bill after delaying to protect White House hopes. It notes mixed reactions among New York’s diverse population and predicts cooler reception from western voters, framing the act as a political miscalculation with muffled echoes instead of cheers.
In Lawrence an estimated twenty five adults in Douglas County cannot read or write and a handful in the city age group would benefit from the American Legion post night school. Close friends and relatives are urged to approach potential students to reveal the free program and its life improving chances. Governor Davis seeks to fire a state health official for injecting politics into the board. A billionaire’s offer for a merchant fleet may be withdrawn, signaling underlying government doubts about the proposal.
A Lawrence man criticizes many New Yorkers backing Governor Smith saying they should become naturalized and civilized. The remark reflects local tension over immigration and political allegiance.
Kansans still urge their boys to join the army as recruiting stations shrink and manpower decreases, reports indicate. Local families respond to wartime needs while officials note slower enlistment trends in the region.
The piece notes mass enlistment hurdles in Kansas and mocks sensational headlines. It references a Philippine uprising ending abruptly when its bullet proof leader was shot, and jokes about Moros seeking a new invincible prophet after the volley.
A Reno County citizen has taken part in every wheat harvest for sixty two years. As a boy he learned to use the wheat cradle soon after finishing his schooling in another craft.
Editorial applauds a new state law aiding blind children under seven. It requires admission to the State School for the Blind or placement in a fully equipped institution, with 12 months of instruction and enforcement by truancy officers. Mrs. John Alden of New York calls it the best such law in twenty years.
A collage of quotes and observations touches on summer plans, local wit, a Detroit police incident, fashion in Palm Beach suits, and social sayings. The piece blends humor about weather, reputations, travel feats, and daily life with a nod to current events and public figures.
The 46th birthday of Thomas D. Schall is noted as he seeks the Minnesota Senate nomination. Born blind and orphaned, Schall rose from circus work and street vending to education, law, and a leading Minneapolis legal career despite his visual impairment. His wife supported his path as she pursued teaching and law.
Today marks Better Homes Week in 1000 cities while Victoria British Columbia observes its 80th anniversary. King George’s Birthday is a national holiday in Canada and the Ancient and Honorable Artillery Company of Massachusetts celebrates its 285th anniversary. Harding’s 20th nomination anniversary is noted alongside naval graduation at Annapolis and Trinity College cornerstone events in Toronto. International Master Printers convene in Gothenburg as the Zero Milestone in Washington is dedicated. Hughes to address Kent centennial at Columbia. An Iowa special election in the Eighth district chooses between Hiram K. Evans and J. P. Daughton.
Disabled World War veterans in Michigan are being admitted to Henry Ford Hospital on the same basis as private patients. Over fifty are receiving treatment as arrangements extend through December 31, 1923, with potential renewal if Congress acts. The effort stems from a 1923 agreement among Alvin M. Owsley, Henry Ford, Edsel B. Ford, and Dr. Harkness, and includes aid for destitute veterans’ children in extreme cases.
The American Legion will hold initiation services at the headquarters Wednesday night during the regular meeting. A business meeting will precede the initiation.
E O Rowson father of Mrs. E V Luse of Lawrence dies in a highway accident near Scott City when a rear wheel breaks causing the car to overturn. Mrs. Rowson and Anna Goodwin also die. Migie V Luse and Irene Rowson attend the Kansas University sophomore.
F. L. Wilderson was arrested by Sheriff Walter Johns near the Lake View Hunting and Fishing Association lake. He pleaded guilty to trespassing on the grounds and swimming in the lake, with a $5 misdemeanor fine and an accusation of removing a trout line. Lake View owners hired a deputy to curb ongoing trespass problems.
Col. Henry Breckenridge former assistant secretary of war and New York lawyer will speak at the Woodland Park Fourth of July celebration directed by the American Legion. Plans for the program will be discussed at the Legion meeting Wednesday night at headquarters.
The Plymouth Congregational Church outlines the upcoming board meeting on Tuesday June 12 at 7 30 pm in the church office. The Missionary Society plans a food sale at Wolf's Bookstore Saturday June 9 starting 10 am. Children's day cantata postponed two weeks and will align with Christening moved to June 17 two weeks from yesterday.
E T Cornelius of Mexico spoke at the morning service offering a broad view of Latin America. He praised current security in Mexican streets and predicted a constructive outcome from the Mexican and United States commissioners meeting. Midweek classes and a Workers' Conference were announced for next week.
The Farmers Union of Pleasant Valley will hold a meeting at the Pleasant Valley school house on Wednesday evening. Members are requested by officials of the organization to be present at the meeting.
Samuel Pickard, recent Kansas State Agricultural College journalism graduate, becomes extension editor. Former Missouri newspaper man and World War I air service lieutenant, wounded in combat, then pursued scientific agriculture to aid farmers with farming operation information. He authors Wheat Breads for the Extension Division.
Trinity Lutheran church youth depart for the state Luther League camp near Woodbine Kansas. Next week fifteen boys join the Lutheran boys camp at the same site. The camp, bought by the Lutheran Synod of Kansas Boy’s Work Committee, has seen about four thousand dollars spent on dammed lake, tents, rations, lighting and gear. Committee members include A J Olson and Rev Goehring. The ten day camp is supervised by Rev Goehring and Rev R J Wolf of Abilene Kansas.
Window glass all sizes available at C. E. Matthews Lumber Co Phone 84 and Matthews Lumber Co Phone 34.
C. E. Matthews Lumber Co installs windshield glass while Ideal Grocery accepts orders for straw berries, indicating a busy commercial day with trade in hardware and produce.
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