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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 08, 1920
Page
1
The Republican National Convention began in Chicago with temporary organization approved and Senator Lodge delivering a lengthy keynote address. Attendees filled the Coliseum as officers were named and unity touted, amid sharp attacks on Wilson and comments on the peace treaty.
Prof Haworth head of geology outlined the need for a union building and stadium at the University. He noted alumni donations have been sparse historically, but Yale and Harvard donors dwarf Michigan figures. Committees urged a campus cafeteria, social facilities, and alumni rooms to serve thousands of returning graduates. Police reported violent demonstrations in Vienna with seven killed and 23 wounded.
Forecast shows generally fair conditions tonight and Wednesday with continued warmth. Temperatures recorded 7 p m yesterday and 7 a m today with highs and lows noted. rainfall measured at around 5 inches.
Kansas University prepares a commencement program starting at 10 15 with students gathering at the Dyche Museum and faculty at Green Hall. The university dinner hosted by the Baptist church women follows the ceremony with a ticketed balcony 9 o clock open time and an all audience seating plan.
Dr Ernest Ib Lindley, president of the University of Idaho since 2007, is named as the new chancellor following the resignation of Dr Frank Stren. The board of administration announced the appointment after interviews and consultations with faculty.
Mr and Mrs Moore of West Tennessee receive an invitation from the Pacific Marine Insurance Company and the Emergency Fleet Corporation to attend the launching of the concrete ship Cayamaca in San Diego harbor on Saturday afternoon June 12. Their son Leo Moore, a contraction engineer, arranged the invitation. Cayamaca is the first concrete ship built for the Emergency Fleet Corporation in San Diego. Len Moore previously served as a life tenant in the University of California system.
The government tendered its resignation to President Ebert who asked Mueller to remain in office provisionally and to take steps to hold Sunday’s parliamentary election as soon as possible so the Reichstag can be summoned at the earliest date.
Judge Co A Smart sentenced the defendant to not less than five nor more than fifteen years in the state penitentiary for car theft. The case involved multiple civil actions and divorces heard by Judge Smart, including rulings granting custody, dismissals, and judgments. The Ballwin school district case involving a building tax dispute was resolved with the judge freeing an injunction and allowing district levies for school construction.
The monthly crop report predicts higher year yields as winter and spring crops recover. Winter wheat is 75 percent of normal, oats 87.5 percent, barley 50 percent, and spring wheat about 277,000 bushels. The spring wheat area is down while overall crop conditions vary by region.
Washington reports General Pershing will leave active service within a few months. The retirement is discussed as the Secretary of War weighs official changes. The note mentions ongoing legal and political movements tied to his status and a related Portner case in Prince William County.
A Tuesday night meeting of dairymen from the Tairview community was held with farm agent R. O. Smith outlining the formation of a cow testing association. The session took place at Faire schoolhouse. Also notes compare Congo rubber gatherers wages and Alaska area to Rhode Island.
County farm agent KR GO Smith warns that cut worms have invaded Douglas County and threaten alfalfa. He urges rapid, aggressive control with a poison bait formula mixing bran, paris green, syrup, water and chopped fruit or lemons. The recipe covers five acres, with early evening and morning application advised. The agent notes high costs but stresses prompt action to prevent further crop damage.
About ten thousand members of the Mystic Order Veiled Prophets of the Enchanted Realm descend on Kansas City for the supreme council session. Delomites, Aryan grotto groupings, and guests from St. Louis and Los Angeles gather for a two day opening with a park picnic and a big city reception. The convention features a large parade and a ceremonial staged by the Agraneretta group, while officers are to be elected at business sessions. A curious aside notes a raw beef piece weighing 2100 pounds roasted to 68 pounds.
Fraser school of fine arts held its annual commencement with nine bachelor and three master candidates participating. The program featured a week number and showcased performers whose training and technical skill impressed, signaling the school’s rapid progress and its influence on future students and careers.
From Montreal on June 8 the American Federation of Labor opened its second conference presenting resolutions on U S political and economic conditions and labor demands. They urged a hands off policy toward Mexico public railroad ownership with a Democratic administration reaffirmation of home rule in Ireland and the laying of a foundation for an American labor party. The plan calls for lifting the blockade of Soviet Russia reestablishment of trade relations with any government recognition impeachment of Palmer control of the war danger and the abolition of industrial courts. It also asks repeal of railroad legislation enforcing compulsory arbitration and creation of an educational system managed by workers.
Chicago and California factions reach a deal to defer elections of emotional committeemen and nominations. Friends of Senator Johnson push for delaying reelecting Crocker until all ballots cast. Kansas contest between Mulvane and Stanley also postponed until after balloting with Stanley backed by Wood.
Attorney General Clifford J. Ten announces rules for voters in Minnesota primaries. He says a candidate or voter must be loyal to the party they seek to support and should be sworn to party fealty if necessary. Officials must question and oath the seeker before allowing a ballot in the correct primary.
Officials from three large shoe manufacturers in St Louis announced price cuts on various styles up to two dollars per pair. The reductions cover a wide range of men’s and women’s footwear.
Senator Henry Cabot Lodge, Republican National Convention chair, delivers a keynote speech attacking President Wilson and his League of Nations. He links the 1920 campaign to opposition of the Wilson administration and urges strong U S action on Mexico under the Monroe Doctrine while warning against democratic return and alleged autocracy. He calls for immediate tariff relief and measures to curb profiteering and the high cost of living.
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