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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 11, 1920
Page
1
Governor Allex opened with a nominating speech for Wood may ballot tonight. The convention planned a fighting move to recess after speeches. Time lost in treaty consideration noted as Mank-led gathering resumes.
At Chicago Coliseum on June 11 the Republican convention placed Johnson Lowden and Wood in nomination in a sweltering session. Demonstrations erupted as each candidate was named with Wood receiving strong praise from Mrs. Douglas Robinson and Henry Allen. The crowd urged adjournment or continued balloting as delegates battled heat and noise amid floor and gallery cheers.
June 11 report describes Major General Leonard Wood as the outstanding candidate in the minds of the people. Governor Henry J. Allen formally nominates Wood, praising his Cuba administration, military leadership, and broad statesman qualities for the presidential race.
Delegates gathered at the Coliseum as leaders eyed Wood Johnson and Lowden for the 1920 presidential nomination. The first ballot was anticipated for mid afternoon with efforts to curb protracted oratory and reveal unpledged sentiment among the 400 un instructed delegates. Dark horse efforts reportedly stirred behind the scenes as factional plans and council caucuses targeted a strategic move when opportunity arose.
The mayor said he will return to Lawrence by Monday after attending the Republican convention in Chicago. He has been absent since the Allen-Gompers debate in New York, with no clear date for his return.
The Kansas State Federation of Women's Clubs backs a bill in the next legislature to establish county libraries. A draft provides election authorized libraries, a county levy up to 2.4 mills, a three-member library board, and exclusive control over expenditures, building or grounds, and librarian appointments. Consolidation with city libraries may be feasible in many counties to serve all residents.
The Democratic convention announced the sponsors chosen to deliver the nominating speech for the president candidates. William J. McAdoo and others were named. presentations for West Virginia’s Devnet and North Carolina’s Simmer were not yet decided.
Washington announces the sale of the Leviathan the former German liner taken at the start of the war to be disposed of by the Shipping Board as is where is on the auction block. The listing notes the vessel’s construction in Hamburg by Blohm & Voss and a transfer to American service. Also referenced are Kansas reunions and Army transport reports, with Hoover nomination coverage in Chicago.
Edward E. Pedroja faced postponement of his University of Kentucky Law School degree after a senior class committee alleged profiteering on class invitations. Chancellor Frank Strong and the state board of administration reviewed the case. Pedroja did not refund the diploma fee and the degree was withheld pending final action. The delay disrupted Wednesday commencement and involved Pedroja being notified during the graduation procession.
Subpoenas were served on Muskogee retailers and wholesalers in clothing shoes and ladies furnishings. Two wholesalers received orders to file their books before the grand jury week. Subpoenas were also sent to eastern Oklahoma wholesalers as part of a federal inquiry into profiteering profits in McNieter and Judge Roo Williams' panel.
The Methodist Brotherhood closed its year with a banquet for the ladies in the church dining room last night. Several short talks and singing by Brodie and the Warry Leader impersonating Frank T. Smith added to the evening. Fines paid by Robert Dixon and BR. Davis cleared their records as they were released from jail after admitting guilt in a rolling ice incident. Mrs. Warren Orelup of Munsie Kansas and her children visit Mrs. F. P Adams as part of the gathering news.
Demand for Hiawatha seats could require a third downtown performance beyond the planned two. The Indian players in authentic costume attract strong interest as the Monday night sale fills quickly at Round Car Drug Store. The show supports Lawrence Indian students and their guests for the school’s commencement events.
The Kiwanis club met at the Chamber of Commerce rooms yesterday noon to discuss Yo a. GAL M C A and its benefit to the town. Speakers included Dr. Metonnell Wo E Spalding Dean Butler and Prof Bodenhofer. C W McKeen presided.
Bermuda plans a grand tercentenary celebration tied to two festive events with 42 000 allocated. The Prince of Wales intends a royal visit aboard the Renown, while Bermuda’s colonial constitution preservation remains a focus for its 20 000 residents.
The board raised salaries for several teachers and staff including Miss Olive Breck and Anna Himee to prevent offers from other schools. They also elected new staff, postponed a decision on Mrs. C. G. Evans, approved buying a war table for the manual training department, planned general building improvements, and set the opening date for September 1.
H W Sniier, longtime Chillicothe resident, returns to Lawrence to work as an electrician with the Reuter Schwar Pipe Organ Co. He previously led Bell Telephone in Lawrence and moved often with his job, but now he and his wife plan Lawrence as a permanent home to educate their children.
June 11 reports indicate former President Matiada Cabrera is confined in a police prison in Guatemala City. The U S State Department and Guatemala authorities confirm the move as precaution against possible mind attack and detail meals and comfort supplied to him by his family.
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