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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 22, 1926
Page
4
Citizens in Lawrence faced a half day water shutdown as Kaw River supply ran 24 percent low. Residents endured hardship while officials stabilized the mains with tarred water and treated supplies. After taps returned, locals praised the handling amid past mud issues and moved on to harvest season.
Lawrence welcomes the Kansas State Board of Agriculture as a historic gathering highlights the region’s farming roots. The article traces Douglas County’s pivotal role in early Kansas agriculture, the 1862 organized society, key local figures, and efforts shaping state farming history.
The plebiscite on confiscating Wilhelm II holdings failed as many voters stayed away, leaving the Kaiser’s estates in the hands of the former rulers. Observers note a lingering fear the issue is not settled and that German feudalism mingles with modernism, unsettling Kaiser supporters.
Fifty years ago in Fort Scott the Second District race for Congress narrowed to Haskell and Simons after Coakland Perkins withdrawal. Haskell led 46 to 34 on the final ballot. Earlier notes mention local residents leaving east for summer and a lively reaper contest at George Cady’s home featuring several harvesters.
The text lists diverse observances including the centenary of Henry J. Clark, King Haakon VII’s 20th year on the Norwegian throne, the 15th anniversary of George and Mary of Britain, and the ongoing 28th International Eucharistic Congress in Chicago with ceremonies at Soldiers Field. It notes visits and arrivals of Swedish royals in Detroit, French leaders Doumergue and Briand in Jeon, and Jesse W. Sweetser’s homecoming banquet in New York. It also mentions Philadelphia hosting the first national lip reading contest during the Hard of Hearing convention.
Sir Aurel Stein a famed archaeologist born 1862 in Budapest and naturalized English, led key explorations in Kashmir and the northwest frontier. He influenced the British and Delhi Museums, described as the era's greatest authority on border regions north of India. Also noted is Miss Craig Bacon, an instructor in retail selling, reputedly America's highest salaried woman.
A 70 year old Episcopal bishop of Alaska, Feter Trimble Rowe, has spent 31 years as a missionary bishop directing the world s largest district headquartered in Seattle. He plans to slow with years and hand the post to a younger man while recounting his gold rush era aid to Eskimo and explorers, his carpentry skills, and a life devoted to practical Christianity across vast Alaska.
Native Indians now live in modern houses and high priced cars, Texas-style offices, says Houston B. Techee state assistant attorney general. In northern Oklahoma Otago country few still wear blankets, but most adopt white man fashion and hold responsible positions.
Fez, the Holy City of Islam in Africa, says it owes no debts and has never raised a loan. Its 1 budget was 3,900,000 francs funded entirely by taxes and concession revenues. Si Mohammed Tazy, Pasha and mayor, signs all city documents. City governance includes Muslim, Jewish, and French municipal commissions.
Berlin reports that Frederick William and his wife are unlikely to receive the famed silver service crafted for 125 persons on their silver wedding, stored at the Reichsbank while cities argue over its delivery and a museum option is floated. The piece also notes the Artamanen youth movement in Saxony, Vor-Kinek’s eightieth birthday, Berlin beekeeping growth, and the escape tale of safecracker Fritz Gabriel.
In the Colorado frontier tale a stagecoach holdup near a booming mining camp sparks fear and rescue. Marshall McGrath and local townsfolk quell lynching threats while Cottonwood Courier chronicles strikes on Liverpool hill and the town’s swift transformation into a bustling community with churches, lodges, and new commerce under pressure from rapid growth.
Washington dispatch reports early 1928 presidential maneuvering. Governor Witchie of Maryland speaks nationwide for a Democratic platform. Former Governor Lowden tours the country eyeing a Republican farm relief bid. Coolidge dinners hint at GOP fellowship. Al Smith campaigns Midwest with Southern engagements planned. McAdoo backers push to drop the two-thirds rule. Owen Young declines New York governor bid, citing lack of political experience. A London filibuster method is discussed for U S health bill delays. Local items note chigger-prone Sunday school classes, rising corporate valuations, and heating plant bids for Central Junior High.
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