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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 07, 1923
Page
4
Frank Hodges of Olathe is promoted to an ex governor position by George Marble's Fort Scott Tribune. The promotion marks a distinction for the Hodges family.
The Emporia Gazette notes a clash between Rev Henry Van Dyke and W J Bryan over Presbyterian abstinence and biblical infallibility. The piece questions literal readings of Paul and Genesis, suggests science and modern interpretation, and portrays a tug of war between old and new views within the church.
The report notes the Frenchman's “flivver plane” broke down en route to Washington but Mr. Ford remains unfazed calling it not a sign and says he will not let the occurrence worry him.
Lawrence interest grows from local effort by Kansas City firms to sell stock here. The Missouri courts declare the three per cent building schemes illegal, undermining claims of profits for early investors and drawing comparisons to past graft scandals. University faculty outreach previously sparked scrutiny amid the push.
The Spanish and Moroccans clash with heavy casualties on both sides. The question of which side will prevail and seize control of the contested territory remains unresolved and far from settlement.
A German ministry, preparing new reparations schemes, risks its life over indemnities to conquered nations. The cabinet role of arranging payments is precarious, and a forthcoming German ministry will eventually must handle the indemnity finances if the war had ended differently.
The piece argues against a six hour day or four day week in printing, warning that success of a forty four hour week could trigger further cuts. It defends eight hours as fair and urges tackling real work rather than reducing hours for less pay, citing a print trade journal from New York City.
The National Monetary Association meeting in New York honors its president Professor John R. Commons a leading economist educator and civic figure. He studied at Oberlin Johns Hopkins and other institutions and taught at Wesleyan Indiana Syracuse and Wisconsin.
Notes from the Daily World recount a cement walk on Louisiana street by Mr. Stanley and Nels Stevens. Alumni address by R D Brown in Fraser Hall at 7 30 pm followed by a reunion. Kansas University graduate Chas S Griffin earns a year abroad fellowship. Marriage licenses issued to three couples including Churchbaugh Ulrich Lazare Byrd. City announces teachers for schools with salaries up to 870 for high school staff. Douglas county normal opens in the high school building with Supt Peaks in charge and 60 teachers enrolled.
A collage of light observations and brief notices. Topics range from marriage chatter, travel tips, and humor about families and pets to legal action over a Ford coupe. Daisy Boyle sues H. H. Holloway and Niagara Insurance for recovery or payment of $500 over a Ford coupe.
North Lawrence residents report visits to Leavenworth Old Soldiers Home and a federal prison tour. Local families travel to Emporia for summer school and attend events with the Wallace W. C.T.U. group hearing Rev. Richard on prohibition. Miss Dunn returns from Vincennes Indiana and Miss Transue improves after illness.
The Sheets and Bouldin clothing store ends its 13 day special sale Saturday night after strong shopper response. Henry Durst, the sales manager, has led the event in Lawrence, with two more big days anticipated for the final close.
Seventy five years ago Wisconsin marked the first state governor with the inauguration of Nelson Dewey. The day also sees other events including Bishop Owen Corrigan’s golden jubilee, the Blue Sky act taking effect in Washington, Pasadena bond vote for a civic center, and a New York reunion for veterans of the Second Division. Republican leaders including Senator Watson and Governor McCray address editors in South Bend.
The Gyrofoam washer with an aluminum tub was demonstrated Saturday at Green Bros located at 683-35 Mass. The event showcased the appliance to local shoppers and noted its features.
Upstairs over 839 Mass. Butter fat wanted at 112 West Seventh street. If it is a new Singer Sewing machine that you want why pay $90.00 when Dixon sells them at $60.00. See us before you sell.
Thett ert Castle was arrested yesterday on petty larceny and pleaded guilty before Justice John Clark to stealing trousers and buckskin gloves from Charles Sipes valued at $15. He received ten days in the county jail and was ordered to pay $10 plus costs.
Despite Dr. Crumbine no longer leading the state health board, officials note that fly swatting remains permissible this time of year as a preventive measure.
Maytag appliance demonstration all day Saturday at Green Brothers located at 639-35 Mass. Street. Event highlights new models and live testing for shoppers.
William Fott of Eudora and Blanche Campbell of Baldwin secured a marriage license today. Jon M. Stauffer and Leona M. Vai Dueser of Lawrence appeared yesterday afternoon to obtain a license.
Dixon upstairs over 839 Mass St hosts a Maytag demonstration all day Saturday. Green Bros. at 688 85 offers sewing machines at 60 dollars this week.
In a letter from Lawrence, Sarah Radcliffe argues against killing suspected rabid dogs. She cites Dr. WO Stillman of Albany, who claims he has never seen a genuine rabies case in decades of practice and advocates holding dogs for observation rather than euthanasia to ease public fear.
Orient Lodge No. 51 of Topeka will enter the Third Degree for No. 6 in full form Saturday evening June 9 at 7:30. Supper at 6:50 sharp. All Master Masons invited. F P Smith, E E M Owen, Secretary. WM.
Salina Kansas will dedicate two buildings in honor of Kansas Wesleyan University founders at tomorrow’s commencement. Loeckwood Hall will memorialize Dr J I Lockwood, whose sons Dr Charles Lockwood and Dr Frank C Lockwood will speak. The College of Commerce building will bear the name of founder Dr T W Roach. Thirty nine diplomas will be awarded, with four seniors receiving honors magna cum laude or cum laude. Honorary degrees will be conferred on religious and academic leaders including Rev Frank F Madden and Dean T L Davis.
Hosford Investment Co transfers Lot 19 Block 5 Haskell Place Addition to Lawrence to J Y Gray for one dollar and other considerations.
Demonstrations featured a Gyrofoam washer at Green Bros at 633 35 Mass Saturday. The event showcased the aluminum tub model, drawing interested shoppers and notes on its efficiency.
Lawrence couple Miss Hazel Peters and John Clarence Gooch wed yesterday morning at the Peters home in Kansas City Kansas. The ceremony featured a pennies altar and Mendelssohn march. guests included Frances Allen and Laura Adair. The Goochs will reside at 509 West Third Street Topeka.
Dr and Mrs S S Klyne formerly of Lawrence issue invitations for the marriage of their daughter Gwendolyn to Vernon D Smith of Chicago. The ceremony is set for Wednesday June 13 at 3 PM at 2307 North Nevada Avenue Real Springs Colorado. Mr Smith’s parents are Mr and Mrs D Smith of 1101 New Hampshire Street.
George Innes departed this morning for Los Angeles to attend the wedding of his granddaughter Miss Catherine G. Craig on June 12. After the ceremony he will likely drive to Vancouver with Mr. and Mrs. Roy Henley.
Fifty members of Rebekah Lodge No. 95 of Topeka will be guests of Lawrence Rebekahs at a meeting tomorrow night at 8. A Topeka team will confer the degree.
Mrs W S Parker hosted the Y M L club last evening at 1218 Connecticut Street. Mrs Harry F Ingalls achieved the high score for the gathering.
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