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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Jun 25, 1921
Page
4
The readable fragments include a religious passage from the scripture, specifically John Chapter 6 verses describing the feeding of the five thousand. Intermixed are garbled newspaper boilerplate about Associated Press use rights and postal information, with stray dates and numbers.
Kansas farmers face disappointing per acre yields and current prices yet the state board of agriculture predicts a crop near ten million bushels above the ten year average, ranking it as the fourth largest on record despite national and international price comparisons and Kansas City market notes.
Fragmentary note references Josephus Daniels and a morale committee within a naval Soviet framework. The text is garbled, but suggests a leadership rise and a tied to a broader tactical series. Further readable details are unavailable.
The text argues a university exists for its own sake yet operates within society, while a battleship is a tool serving external needs. It asserts the captain’s discipline on board is sound, but a ship and its crew must be able to fight when required, otherwise both captain and ship fail in purpose.
Readers confront Irish unrest as De Valera is arrested and released swiftly by British authorities while loyalists massacre in reprisal. The piece contrasts British tactics with Irish resistance and notes officials’ repeated handling of Irish questions.
King George hosted the Rotarians at Buckingham Palace on Friday seeking to lift spirits and add vigor to Britain's global presence with renewed enthusiasm and energy.
The piece cites Brisbane’s editorial view as it mocks a prophecy about the Pennsylvania Railroad cancelling Panhandle dividends for 999 years. It envisions a distant future with no railcars, heavy use of canal and air travel, and most people living on hills and mountains.
The memorial concept, shown by individuals isolated from direct ties to the university, fits as a lasting tribute. With state site support, the project can face structures worthy of its purpose and honor.
A fragment from the Green County era notes Lawrence’s calls to streets and a city gathering around the Fourth. It mentions Herrington, Mentnecky, Ware, and a push to mobilize citizens for a public petition to approach the college hill, urging collective action by residents.
From the Lawrence Daily World and the Lawrence Daily Journal dated June 23 1996 residents and officials report local improvements and civic plans. Mus I W Barteldes and children travel to Elkhart Lake Wisconsin for summer. Lecomton commerce shows brick sidewalks and park upgrades. T J Sweeney advances Democratic national convention plans in Chicago. W A Snow resigns as pastor and church debt discussion continues. electric light donation funds park lighting. community picnic at Weaver’s store with local families listed.
Wievita reports the first eastern wheat parcel sold for 4.8 dollars per bushel in Kansas City with Wichita traders noting trade. Coldwater rainfall tested No. 1, 60 pounds. Six summer playgrounds opened in city parks on June 29 with daily supervised play under directors and assistants. Topeka and Kansas City auto tags have a July 1 deadline for license renewals. Newton reports “night harvest rings” and late afternoon four-hour work shifts. Baxter Springs sacks stolen by bandits were found scattered in a field five miles west of McCune where the postmaster confirmed the discovery. Hutchinson site evidence suggests pre-city habitation by a large elk herd. Kansas State Normal officials affirm the school hosts the largest enrollment in the middlewest. Delegations from several counties will attend the annual national convention of the American region in Kansas City November 1 and 2, traveling by special train. the chamber plans 600 delegates at minimum.
A fragmented July report notes the latest highway markers extending through multiple Kansas cities, from Topeka to Wichita, with plans tied to a federal program and national infrastructure initiatives, as officials discuss alignment and designation.
The 85th annual report of the American Baptist Women Mission Society, presented in Des Moines, notes progress in education among Negroes and Indians, opens an International Baptist Seminary to train teachers for foreign-speaking people, expands boys’ religious training, and plans architectural aids. Funds from the General Education Board and Rockefeller provide higher salaries and new buildings at Bacone College and others.
A compilation of church notices lists services for First Christian Church and Union services in the South Park area, with morning worship at 11 o clock, Sunday schools from 10 to 10:30, evening services, and midweek prayers. Other entries cover Evangelical and First Church of the Brethren activities, Christian Science and Episcopal services, Children’s Day programs, and district pastors.
The Louvain library rebuilding, financed by American and international contributions, aims to lay a corner in July. Prominent figures including Nicholas Ulupay and Cardinal Mercier approve, while a fund shortfall remains. A ceremony will be led by Rev. E G McAfferty with Elizabeth Henderson to sing, and extra seating added for attendees. If weather prevents park gathering, the event moves to Ye Old First Methodist Church.
Detroit June 25 The socialist national convention opened with party leaders from twenty six states in attendance. International relations and the party attitude toward members who advocate communism will dominate the five day meeting. Agenda includes resolutions on affiliation with the Russian Soviet or the International Workers Union of Vienna and topics such as dictatorship of the proletariat and general strikes.
London June 25 The prime minister Lloyd George accepted an invitation to trade Monday with the aim of settling the legal strike now in progress for almost three months. Journal-World report notes the ongoing navigation issue and the cost of the issue.
A community contest to beautify church interior ends at 8 p m with a final showdown between the Wedg and the Buick. The winning display will raise the most funds for the project, inviting Cone and others to contribute.
To Address I If Werbert head of the department ofndalism of the Cnt fete of Oklahoma will speak at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon next Tuesday. He will announce plans for the fourth of July celebration and related events. Hanna rides bicycle in Arkansas.
The final hearing of the Wolff Packing Company case before the Kansas Industrial Court in Topeka will test the court's power to fix wage scales and employment conditions for private firms and its impact on public utilities pricing. Judge Higgins notes the 60 day period to test the wage scale, with a possible reconsideration if the settlement fails.
Dr J A Hamlin returns after attending the Modern Woodmen of America national head camps meeting in St Louis. He reports unprecedented enthusiasm, a large audience, and the greatest meeting yet witnessed with strong interest nationwide.
Auto license receipts at the office of the county treasurer yesterday amounted to 8410.25. Applications licenses were made for forty four automobiles and fourteen motorcycles.
Obituary notice reports John B Stanckfield a prominent new lawyer who appeared in major cases died today at Islip Long Island. Robert Wagstaff of Eldorado spent today in Lawrence
A musical bulletin notes three generations selling pianos and festive instruments to the grandfather, father, and son. The progression started years ago when the grandfather bought one, then the father bought another for him, and now the son receives the third. All three instruments are praised for tone and durability and bring home satisfaction.
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