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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 15, 1920
Page
8
Unclear notes indicate a potential sale involving a school property at Thorez School area. Discussions reference an attorney and board actions by a local education authority with focus on establishing feasibility and the building’s future use.
A chaotic scene unfolded as a March rally in Virginia sparked clashes between supporters and counterprotesters. Police struggled to separate groups while speakers, including Rev Stevens and others, urged calm as militants gathered nearby.
Wheat harvest has begun in the south central region with good conditions overall. the state board of agriculture notes harvest days June 20 and 25 for field work. The season began June 11 and hot weather accelerates ripening though hail damage is reported in some areas. army worms affect some alfalfa and corn. Jack Anderson, a salesman, underwent gallstone surgery in Kansas City and is recovering. L. L. Phillips faces a rusty injury at work but continues his business.
Western leaders at the conference say the territory west of the Mississippi will be the main battleground of the upcoming central election. National committee secretary urges a Chicago headquarters while Chairman Hay plans to devote heavy time to the western campaign. Cox and other candidates spoke at Lawrence outlining campaign aims.
Ohio Republicans rally to back Governor Cox as the San Francisco convention moves to choose a national standard bearer. Supporters circulate a letter urging Domine delegates to nominate Cox, while other factions seek Buckeye state honors for James Negtedl and the party's broad ambitions.
Three Kansas University athletes, Shirley, Sandifer, and Haddock, are listed for Olympic tryouts. Details on events and dates are unclear due to OCR errors.
Reported selections and training notes for University of Harvard track candidates including Jude Tienal Tree, Hieuies Pemathlin, and Brad Brady. Details mention performances at the A C meet, school records, and upcoming sectional finals with events at Harvard Stadium on July 17.
A local contingent will ride the Abdallah Shrine special train to Portland with a stop in Lawrence at 11 36 tomorrow. Lawrence passengers include Mr and Mrs I J Mead, Mr and Mrs Junius Underwood, Mrs John Johnson and M Cleta Johnson, Walter Varnum, Mr and Mrs H A Phinney, Dr and Mrs M B McCreight of Oskaloosa, and Mr and Mrs T D Funk with Lawrence Cale joining at Denver. The procession will parade on Massachusetts street to the Masonic temple where dinner will be served by the Eastern Star.
Al Davis of Bourbon visited Lawrence today to seek support for his gubernatorial bid. With long service in the state legislature, Davis plans an active campaign and said he will remain in Lawrence until tomorrow. He added, I have worked at every job I have ever had and I intend to work at this one.
President sends letter to Col. John McElroy praising loyalty as a heart driven duty and pledges spiritual presence at the planned June loyalty remonstration. The message frames loyalty as core to American character and national purpose amid evolving policy. Miss Grece Elmore of Tonex, a 1910 university graduate, will lead Kansas University summer session physical education for women after six years as Topeka High School's physical director.
In a Bowersack audience, Rep E C Little praised the crowd after viewing Hiawatha. Mrs Little said she is devoted to Indian work, noting the descendant link to the Iroquois and her long interest in Native affairs. Little referenced the Chicago convention and commented on the ticket’s prospects.
Lenraot announces possible shift to a reform oriented party if elected president. He criticizes old guard influence and vows to join a new movement advocating revolutionary policies.
Frank Carr, 65, collapsed and died in his home cellar on Mannsylvania street while helping repair a drain pipe. Survived by wife and a son in St. Joseph Missouri. Brother-in-law of AL Caffman who lives north of Lawrence. Funeral plans pending arrival of son this afternoon.
Colonel William Cooper Proctor returns from Chicago and telegraphs Dir Nicholas Murray Butler that Butler's claim about Wood's backers is wholly false. Proctor cites stock gamblers and promoters as aiming to buy the nomination and blames senatorial influence for Wood's failure to secure the Republican nomination.
In a bowling contest Strong defeats Grae her team 7-? with Clingman high for Strong at 225 and Neal rolling 206 for Graeher. Ten pin scores show Allen 450 and Rising 180 as the Demolition of Churches commission notes London church losses.
Lost item on a Kansas road likely between De Soto and Lawrence or in Lawrence. Tire carrier Firestone 23v4ty and rear light missing. Rewarns. Contact Dolph Simons at al-World or via phone 353.
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