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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 10, 1920
Page
1
California candidate declares the league plank in line with his views. Other candidates issued statements today on the action of the committee amid fears of a party split. A night session may hold to agree on the league plank. A Johnson victory is reported by some as a possibility in Chicago.
The resolutions sub committee endorsed the Root league plank declaring opposition to the Versailles treaty and support for an international court. It omits a formal league commitment and upholds Senate non ratification while maintaining commitments to future peace through law and arbitration.
Bill White leaks from Chicago report that William Allen White criticizes a general declaration for law enforcement as insufficient. He urges explicit enforcement of the eighteenth amendment and related laws, noting a 6 to 5 sub committee vote against incorporating White’s plank. White vows to keep fighting and seeks action by the sub or full committee.
It is understood Crane of Massachusetts, a leader of the miki reservation group, suggested a compromise on the Root plank after cable consultation with its author. The note indicates several days ago Morra yyo Cra ke discussed the matter with friends via communication.
The Republican National Convention in Chicago met briefly in the Coliseum as the platform committee debated the peace treaty plank. A recess was taken until four o clock while McCormick announced unanimous subcommittee agreement and a motion for an race, with leaders fearing discord among delegates.
Census figures show Los Angeles surpassing San Francisco to top the West with a population of 1,086,000, an increase of 256,282 in ten years. The city grew about 80 percent versus San Francisco’s 21 percent, overtaking Buffalo Milwaukee Washington Newark Cincinnati and New Orleans in size.
Funds are being collected to erect a First Division Memorial in Washington DC. A B Oliver is authorized to receive money in Douglas Court for an $80 Douglas County quota. Former Can tigny veterans are urged to contact Oliver at 1747 Kentby Street or 2478, or leave contributions at Charlton Insurance Agency. Taft to visit Chicago before New York trip.
Brigades of wheat head army worms arrived as reinforcements for cut worms in Douglas County. Farmers plan to use bran mash poison, with arsenic to be bought in bulk for cost efficiency. County agent R. O. Smith noted farmers like O. B. Powell expect significant yield savings.
A permanent camp was set up this morning at the National Guard range by Company of the Fourth Kansas Infant in accordance with orders from the general staff. Pvis Banks, May and Atwood lead the camp with Zimmerman and Martin in charge of mess. The camp is expected to last about ten days with 24 hour shifts for each detail while they complete the course.
June 19 1920 Washington Breckinridge Long third assistant secretary of state resigns and is accepted by President Wilson. Long retires to seek the U S Senate seat from Missouri and has left for St Louis to lead his campaign.
Forest fires continued to rage in Gowanda and Latchford areas of Ontario on June 10. Residents of Boston Creek districts saved homes after a prolonged battle with the flames.
The first wheat crop of the season in this region began cutting today at Billings in Noble County. General harvesting is not expected to start until next week.
Arthur Newbold, a member of the firm of J P Morgan & Co., dropped dead today in his Philadelphia office. He was 61 years old and had just finished his lunch.
In Concordia Kansas on June 9 a teacher claimed Henry J. Allen was a famous revolutionary war hero. Thirty others disputed the claim and said they did not know who he was. The report also notes Carpentier as a Methodist missionary.
Lawrce Light Heat and Power company faced county commissioners at the courthouse in a brief morning session. The board authorized a final assessment of the firm’s real estate and scheduled a second hearing for June 28 after County Clerk Brune objected to the prior $80,000 valuation.
Charles B. Conner a laborer aged 11 was instantly killed on the Fort to Port road near Lecompton when a glove caught in a rock crusher dragged his right side into the machinery. The accident occurred near Ha Fitzpatrick place at 9 20 this morning. Conner feeding rock into the crusher. The victim was married with a family living near Big Springs. The body was taken to the Cress Undertaking establishment.
Attorney General Palmer announces an informal ruling stating the president has ten days after congress adjournment to sign or veto measures. The rule could alter the fate of bills vetoed by pocket veto and affect key actions such as the water power bill and wartime legislation.
Hackney urges the county attorney and price committee to appoint a special panel to investigate meat pricing and set a fair fixed price. He cites declines in cattle costs and claims of retailer losses while promising justice for producers and consumers under the Lever Act.
The Empire Gas & Fuel Company announced plans for an important oil test in Chase County. The test location is in section 20-20-8 on the Allison farm, about halfway between Cottonwood Falls and Basaar, directly south of Cottonwood Falls.
The University of Kansas board appointed Chancellor Frank Strong to continue in office through the summer until Dr. Lindley arrives in Lawrence to assume duties. Alumni from Kansas City vow broad support and letters praising Lindley’s qualifications pour in from educators nationwide as the campus expects a smooth transition and policy decisions for the next year.
At a weekly Rotary luncheon the emphasis was placed on establishing a child welfare research station. Fred J. Kelly of Kansas University urged support, highlighting its importance as outlined by the welfare committee earlier in the year. Ottawa was noted with a 1921 Salina meeting for the Kansas United Commercial Travelers, with J. J. Senhausen named senior counselor and BK. Bernardin as secretary.
The Interstate Commerce Commission ordered an embargo on the supply of cars for moving bituminous coal in car lands to Erie ports for water transshipment except with a permit. The embargo takes effect June 13.
New York June 10 Rationing to affect wartime dining as hotels and restaurants nationwide face sugar limits. Irwin W L Riley special assistant to Attorney General Palmer announced the plan here today.
Recreation Hour captain Hurlbert of the Salvation Army indicated in the Journal-Work that recreation hour for children occurred every day, though the statement should have read several times a week. The board of county commissioners expected to adjourn until Saturday at the close of their session today.
County engineers and officials clarified that a truck used near Lawrence was not a county vehicle nor operated by county workers. Investigations show private parties improperly used the truck while under lock and key, prompting calls for action by the County Attorney J R Wilson and Commissioners to address the issue and prevent further misuse.
A University of Kansas entry for the meanest man describes a man who lost a silver Elgin watch found and returned by a student via an advertisement in the Journal World. He agreed to pay for the ad but did not, and the young woman who ran the ad expects payment or repayment of the ad cost.
Rev. F. A. Bleck of First Presbyterian Lawrence sends a telegram from Rev. W. S. Snoddy of Moscow Idaho praising the selection of Dr. E. H. Lindley to head the University.
The town wheat shockers mobilize for the harvest in Emporia. Frank Lostulter organized last year's twilight harvest carps and calls for motor cars to transport workers from fields to the harvest sites.
Following a Lyssel Ribel post meeting in Hutchinson Kansas the American Legion announced plans for active participation in maintaining law and order during the pending harvest season from agitators.
The Indian students of Haskell stage Hiawatha in five acts with a large cast led by Mrs. F C Wenrich. Early ticket sales at Round Corner Drug Store drew a long line, promising a record attendance. The production features Gitche Manito, Nokomis, Hiawatha, and many Ojibway and Sioux roles, with detailed ceremonial tableaux and native dance sequences.
A marriage license was viewed yesterday afternoon by C. El ey for Allen Ray Snow and Tessie Roper of Lawrence Posy. The text also references U S investment institutions and totals, noting a large aggregate figure of assets.
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