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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 20, 1923
Page
3
In 1923 Lawrence details subscription rates with advance options and scans of mailing terms. A Bible verse and rail freight figures are noted, plus a story about Majestic passengers drinking to reach an American port within liquor limits.
Weather report notes the season is three weeks late in the Hudson Bay region. Forecasters warn late-season patterns may influence Kansas weather as much of the area’s weather is generated there.
Mr. Ford has signaled focus on personal affairs and declining the presidency, while public pressure for him to take the job may not have solid momentum to force a decision.
Postwar China faces high living costs with eggs selling for four to five cents a dozen in American money. The article notes most workers earn around $15 per month, highlighting stark income disparity despite cheap staple goods.
Chairman Lasker of the shipping board explains the Leviathan cruise was necessary to shake down the vessel’s new machinery. Some critics deride it as a junketing trip despite the important testing purpose and alignment with the ship’s development goals.
Four Reno county boys waded across a submerged bridge and flooded fields for about half a mile to reach Hutchinson for the rural school graduation exercises last week. They likely hoped the day’s speaker would congratulate them on reaching the summit of learning.
A Topeka interview quotes a budget specialist of the general federation of women's clubs asserting that the American housewife handles fifty three billion dollars of the nation’s pay envelope. The speaker notes ads in newspapers and magazines target women, and many ads are read by women as carefully as the main news, underscoring women’s pivotal role in household finance.
The official notes that vessels must improve operating efficiency to offset increased fixed charges and keep the balance in the black. Emphasizes the burden on men who run the ships to develop gains in performance and cost control.
A Wichita bank employee confesses to illicitly handling about a million and a half of bank money over three years. He says he never enjoyed the illicit work and believed exposure would come, noting his surrender of judgment and common sense in pursuing the illegal transactions.
The annual meeting of the mechanical division of the American Railway association opens in Chicago today with Samuel M. Vauclain of Philadelphia as a principal speaker. Vauclain heads Baldwin Locomotive Works and is a noted industry leader and engineer.
A collection of dated witticisms and gossip notes from a Detroit columnist. Snippets cover money envy, heat battles with flies, a jail sentence post‑honeymoon, overeat jokes, travel ironies, and social quips about foot care, rye cases, and fashion.
Gen Jesse L Reno’s birth anniversary observed with note of his Mexican and Civil War service. Charles Murphy ages to 65, leader of New York's Tammany Hall. Harding’s Alaska trip underway with Alaska linkage via direct radio to Sweden. Cathleen Vanderbilt wedding to Harry Cooke Cushing in New York. Washington cooperative marketing plan extends to wheat, poultry, and dairies. Spokane conference opens on farm marketing. Chicago hosts annual meeting of the American Railway association mechanical division.
The Leviathan, refitted as the finest passenger vessel, faces a critical test of profit for the United States Shipping Board. Debate centers on whether a government backed operation can compete with foreign fleets and avoid losses. Strong questions loom over wage costs and overall operating expenses impacting the venture's viability.
The contract to erect the Fowler shops building at Kansas University was awarded to W. R. Stubbs Contracting Co. of Lawrence for 19 499.36 dollars. Doane Bros. did plumbing and Graeber Bros. heating. Bowersock Milling Co. secured a government flour order for 7000 barrels for Indian schools and Rosebud agency.
Dr Ino T Moore is named to the state board of pharmacy. R R Bittman of Wamego visits the city. Dr Woodruff receives commission as regular army surgeon and reports to Fort Riley. Wheat harvest begins in Douglas County today.
From the Republican Journal June 20 1873 Miss Anna E Badgley Miss Eudora Safford and Miss Anna Farran graduate from the College of the Sisters of Bethany Topeka Miss March provides music at a Methodist church gathering Baker University confers B S on Mary Henderson and Dr Eaton and B A on L P Weeks and M W Knox Prof Weatherby presents a gold headed cane to Dr W R Davis signifying student gratitude and esteem
A reader lauds Samuel G. Clarke's remarks on flag handling in the Journal-World and urges correct Stars and Stripes display on Memorial Day Flag Day and Independence Day. The letter recalls a Brussels Thanksgiving toast with an American flag and questions respect shown to the flag during diplomatic events.
A Hoosier from the banks of the Wabash signs a letter praising American hospitality at the Hotel Astoria and embassy visit while contrasting Belgian views on the Eighteenth Amendment. The writer urges Americans abroad to embody honest, consistent patriotism under the starry flag.
W. L. Gibson of New York City known as Woodman Gibson becomes floor manager on the Board of Trade for Barnes-Ames Co. The firm handled all government grain during World War I and continues wheat and flour shipments to Europe. Gibson, son of Mrs. A. C. Gibson of Lawrence, attended school here and played on the L. H. S. football team in 1914.
Waldo Crowder was set for the state golf championship semifinals in Salina as Lawrence golfers remained in contention. Owen Carl, Penfield Jones, Glen Charlton, and Justin Hill also advanced in their respective flight rounds, which were delayed a day.
Salina Kansas June 20 Alex Graham title holder tightened his hold on the Kansas state golf association championship by defeating Indian golfer M George of Arkansas City three to one. In other rounds Raymond Smith of Manhattan eliminated Waldo Crowder of Lawrence and met Graham this afternoon. L E Quinlan of Lyons was defeated by C M McGuire Jr of Leavenworth and Hutchinson will host the next meeting. Co C Stewart of Lawrence was elected a director.
Depositors of the American State Bank of Wichita will receive 100 cents on the dollar when the bank reopens. The bank failed to open after a $1,500,000 shortage was found in cashier Phil Drumm’s accounts. State bank commissioner Carl J. Peterson announced the plan at noon today.
Difficult to find a suitable opponent for wrestler Bobby Roscoe who plans a July Fourth engagement. Roscoe is presently in Minnesota but would return home for the match at Woodland Park.
Burglars anaesthetized three families in a Bronx row of apartment houses. They ransacked the suites and escaped with less than 500 dollars in loot. Local police investigate the early morning burglary spree.
Lawrence youths attend play hours at South Park New York school grounds and Woodlawn. Miss Kathleen Davis offers prizes to children who bring the most new members. Sessions run at Woodlawn Mondays, New York school grounds Tue Fri mornings, and South Park Tue Fri afternoons.
Jack Allen of Baldwin pleaded guilty in justice court this morning to driving a Chandler touring car without a 1923 motor license. He was fined 25 dollars and costs after arrest on a complaint by G. N. Foster, state car license inspector, who has been in the county enforcing license display rules. Simon Hurwitz also pleaded guilty to driving without a license, paying 25 dollars and costs after a prior complaint by Foster. Foster said additional arrests would follow to clear up law evasion.
A tale from a local paper describes George Melvin fishing with doughballs mixed with cat hairs as bait. He found no cotton, combed a cat for fur, and claimed the doughballs held together on the hook, though he did not catch any fish himself.
Mrs. Edith Bodenhauser of St. Louis leaves after visiting Miss Alice Dicker and Lawrence friends. Laura Pendleton returns from Fond du Lac Wisconsin to spend the summer at home. Several Topeka and Kansas City trips are noted among Miss Pendleton Mrs. Miller and Mrs. Brookhouser and other Lawrence residents.
Readers are invited to submit their fruit punch recipes for a Market Basket prize this week. Entries must arrive at the Journal-World office by Thursday evening. Location note: Fireworks at 18th and Haskell.
Manhattan June 20 The Kansas State Agricultural College president opened a conference of fifty leading bankers from Kansas Oklahoma Missouri Colorado and Wyoming. He said the forum aims to boost cooperative effort between bankers farmers and agricultural colleges and stations to spread sound agricultural information and foster diversified farming through better organization and marketing.
Ida Catherine Evans born February 28 1861 near Baldwin Kansas later studied at Baker University and Kansas University. She taught Douglas County schools, married Al E Smith in 1886, lived west of Lawrence, endured four years of great pain with optimism, and died June 4 1928.
Alfred Tucker Alfred Felix Tucker born February 16 1914 near Belvoir Kansas died June 11 1923 at age 9 years 3 months 28 days He is survived by his mother father a brother two sisters and many friends Funeral services were held June 13 at Clinton Presbyterian Church Interment Clinton Cemetery The family notes his cheerful life and trust in Heavenly Father despite illness.
Members of the Review club visited Aircastle farm, the Levett country home, enjoyed bunting and daisies, and spent the afternoon guessing poem authors. Letters from Mrs. Gore and Mrs. Boyd Becker were read, with a 1 o’clock luncheon served by Mrs. Levett and aides, followed by an ice course. Additional guests included Mrs. Vaughn of Emporia and Miss Ina Cowles of Manhattan along with several Mr. and Mrs. Macoubrie and others.
A prominent social week event, a Country Club reception hosted by Mrs. Harold L. Butler Mrs. Raymont A. Kent and Mrs. Frederick J. Kelly welcomed 150 guests including many out of town women. Roses decorated the clubhouse as numerous hosts assisted. At Lakeview yesterday Dinner guests included Mrs. A. Lawrence and Mrs. George Mackie among others. Lily Hikock and Joseph Hikock hosted a birthday party for Herbert Hikock at 724 New York Street with seventeen attendees.
Members of the Tuesday Evening Auction club held a dinner bridge at the Country Club last evening with twelve places. High score went to Mrs. H. T. Melton. In Washington, June 20, President Harding sold control of Harding Publishing, Marion Star, to Louis H. Brush and Roy D. Moore.
Mr and Mrs Fred W Doane announce the birth of their son Billy Lee on June 17 at McConnells hospital.
A Topeka event featured a luncheon honoring Mrs Bert Jewett and Mrs B A. Attendees gathered to celebrate and connect, sharing light refreshments and social conversation in a community setting.
A man recounts a near fatal stomach episode after Sunday dinner and credits Mayr's Wonderful Remedy for relief. He reports lack of gas and trouble for eighteen months and endorses the simple preparation sold at Round Corner Drug Store and other druggists.
Notice states anyone needing business with Harry Hutchings should contact his partner W C Biggs as Hutchings will be away until about September 1.
Gillispie, Mrs Henry Jensen and Mrs Gertie K Johnston traveled to Topeka for luncheon at Pelletier's. On returning at six, a dinner was hosted at Mrs Jewett's country home with guests including Mr and Mrs Jerry Lyons.
B H Rouw a San Francisco traveler and self avowed eyewitness retracts his statement about a burial at Evanston pier. Rouw spoke in Chicago with Charles S Wharton assistant state attorney, admitting the tale of Leighton Mount Northwestern University student’s disappearance was invented to gain something.
Incoming captains report a large steamer anchored about eight miles off Galveston in the gulf, with fleets of small boats moving to and from the vessel for the past ten days.
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