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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 14, 1923
Page
6
The Lawrence Journal World advertises subscription rates for various terms and areas, lists office contact details, and notes republication rights with Associated Press credit. It includes a dated 1923 Kansas reference, postal information, and a Proverbs quote about giving God the due.
The article warns that grade crossing accidents rise with tourist traffic and fatigue. It argues crossings cannot be removed nationwide in the flat Midwest, cites North Lawrence as an impractical elevated crossing, and urges drivers to stay alert and slow down when fatigued or impaired.
Barbot the French inventor who introduced the flivver plane to the United States shows that slightly larger planes can be used here. With many souvenir hunters present, even a plane small enough to fit on a watch chain is not safe.
In New York yesterday one hundred thousand marks sold for $1, fixing the mark at one one thousandth of a cent. A correspondent notes that only astronomical figures express weekly German press outputs. French seizures in the Ruhr reached up to ninety million marks on each occasion, exposing large takings in dollars.
The Bulgarian revolt and a new government spark unease across Europe amid fears of a counter revolution and renewed Balkan instability. Observers warn of potential pro-German alignment and treaty-breaking as neighbors watch developments closely.
Fragmentary text indicates concern that a supplanted peasant government seeks peace but doubts the successor will preserve former policies and may introduce critical problems into southeastern European affairs.
George Marble of the Fort Scott Tribune recounts his jury service experience and argues that lawyers are partly blamed for witness confusion while juries often misinterpret cases. He notes the jury system is imperfect but a safeguard, and hopes a better method may emerge, though none is near.
American business organizations in China petition Washington warning Americans face danger worse than during the Boxer uprising. They urge waiting for accounts from missionaries and doctors over there before any action, suggesting it may be time to intervene once interference occurs.
If foreign vessels stop visiting these shores due to prohibition rules, the shipping boards should keep communications with Europe. Jugo-Slavia seeks to send a commission in the fall to discuss paying its war debt.
The Iola Register reports it cannot recall the names of the endurance dance winners from a recent event. Editors say the list of fame recipients has been misplaced and no readers can identify the winners.
Willis J Fowler has been promoted to First Deputy Comptroller of the Currency in the Treasury Department in Washington. He began as a $900 a year clerk in 1886 and has risen through various roles due to his faithful service and long government tenure. The advancement is attributed to merit rather than political influence.
A collage of brief items blends jokes opinions and observations from a newspaper page. Phrases touch on vacations crime education taxes relationships and odd quips about windows lights and games. The tone resembles a miscellany page with varied asides and terse reflections.
Nationwide Flag Day events mark the day with ceremonies and parades. In Ontario the four parties advance nominations for the upcoming provincial election. Secretary Weeks addresses the Norwich University commencement in Northfield. New York Republicans may decide on a state convention. The National Civil Service Reform League meets in New York to elect a successor to Richard H. Dana.
London June 14 government heads show ingenuity under penury proposing to sell space on income tax forms and other official papers for advertisements. It is claimed the scheme could raise about 2.5 million dollars.
Chicago based former secretary of the interior under Taft, Walter L. Fisher, becomes special counsel for the Department of Agriculture. He will lead litigation efforts in a high profile case involving the Packers.
Local shop J R Holmes at 107 East Seventh advertises windshield glass putting service with phone contact. Includes business tag Gee Mayiugne and Lamb & Co in listing.
June 14 Tilo Island of Hawaii A P reports Kilauea activity signals likely outbreak of Mauna Loa one of the world’s largest volcanoes L W De Vis-Norton Hawaiian Volcano Research Association secretary says Mauna Loa’s nine year cycle backs the forecast Seismic activity and lava movement in Kilauea supports the warning with no immediate overflow expected as rim heat rises
The league identified its new president in a recent announcement. The ceremony clarified leadership direction and set out upcoming priorities for member teams and regional operations.
Fire alarm from Arlington House near the Kansas Pacific depot reports at 1 am. The blaze gutted the hotel and damaged the adjacent restaurant and news stand owned by D. S. Gibbs with $5200 insurance. Firefighters connected to the Kansas Pacific water tank to gain control.
John Steele resigns the Leavenworth Times editorship to join Company H in San Francisco. Capt. James Gillul dies in North Lawrence after six weeks illness. Lynn Hilliker marries Lula Hoover in Columbus. Hilliker travels to Paola for recruiting work. Luther F. Hyman opens Lawrence Steam Laundry in the 900 block on Mass. St in Lawrence. Mrs. H. R. McIntire and son Emry visit. Capt A. G. Clarke and Hilliker receive three Masonry degrees. Kansas soldiers mobilize in Kansas City Girard Leavenworth Paola and Lawrence for San Francisco departure. Ew ing Herbert and Grace Noe invite to marriage in Hiawatha June 29. Greenlee Barnett and family seek a rental in Ottawa now Kansas City.
Grand Island Neb June 13 Associated Press Union of all Lutheran Church in America units gains pace. O C Michelman says trends toward English services and unity with constitutional adoption by Lutheran Students Association. Growth suggests a single denomination under a common faith.
A Sheffield silver manufacturer reports a sterling silver alloy that resists atmospheric corrosion. The alloy maintains brightness for at least two years under normal household use without polishing, though it does not withstand acids.
Reports to federal statistician E C Paxton show Kansas wheat condition at 65 percent of normal with the southeast and south central fields drenched and lodged. Estimated yield drops from 115,087,000 to 104,625,000 bushels, averaging 11.83 bushels per acre statewide, while oats reach 70 percent of normal with 29,657,000 bushels.
Local carpenters active on town building projects walked out demanding higher pay. Workers earning 75 cents an hour or 86 a day sought 9 1/2 cents an hour or 87 a day, arguing they could fetch that rate at the new high school or the university library project.
Historian H G Wells recalls six years of manuscript returns from publishers with only occasional guineas by his side. He notes he could count the guineas on his fingers, illustrating early literary struggle in London.
A rare 1598 edition of Bacon's essays sold in London for 2350 pounds. The volume, once priced at a penny, was found on the floor of an unoccupied Betley Hall room near Crewe.
The fragment offers a moral about moderation in humor and restraint, with no identifiable people, places, or events to anchor a news-style summary.
A year of strenuous competition ended at Lawrence Business College with prizes for typewriting and rapid calculation. First prize in typewriting went to Evelyn Garvin, second to Alta Sabin, and third to Marjorie Deay. Claude Metsker and Helen Mohler won rapid calculation prizes, with J R Holmes offering a life insurance policy for the top performer.
The city has purchased a croquet set for children using the supervised grounds under Miss Kathleen Davis. The set will be at the New York school grounds from 10 to 12 and at South Park from 3 to 5 tomorrow. All Lawrence children are invited to join in the games and athletic events.
James Dudley Major, 23, an escapee and recently convicted of taking part in the Piper State Bank robbery, fled from authorities in Kansas City after feigning a toothache and seizing a revolver during a dentist office visit. Deputy sheriff and dentist were held up as he escaped.
The Belgian cabinet led by Premier George Thuenis resigned this evening amid a dispute over legislation allowing Flemish language use at Ghent University.
A typical suburban lawn uses about ten barrels of water per day in summer as evaporation drives water loss. This pattern highlights high domestic outdoor water use and potential conservation concerns.
In hibernating animals the power of penetrating heat with their bodies is slight. The note discusses how stored fat and lowered metabolic rate reduce heat transfer and conserve energy during long periods of torpor.
A report notes a triplane achieving 300 feet per second, described as the fastest man made thing. The claim frames a milestone in aerial speed and design.
Live calves goats and chickens were awarded prizes at a whist party in Broadstairs England on June 13. Winners celebrated with donated awards as part of a local social event.
An elderly Cleveland resident used an old boot as a money stash after banks closed. The boot contained sums of money left by burglars, who would not suspect the boot as a safe hiding place. The owner argued burglars would never think to look there.
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