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Lawrence Journal World

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Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Jun 30, 1920

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M Adoo Refuses to Enter Convention Nomination

In New York McAdoo says he approved action taken and will not allow his name to go before the convention. Burris Jenkins received final word but opted not to make a speech. Oklahoma delegates demonstrated for Owen as the state calls resumed with Arkansas seconding. Susan Fitzgerald of Massachusetts makes the first woman seconding speech and applause follows. Gerard nominated by South Dakota for top and bottom ticket but no formal seconding speech. California and Colorado pass as Connecticut calls John S. Crosby who presents Homer S. Cummings as national chairman

Linebaugh Gwen Lugion Oklahoma Brough Arkansas Owen Awai Susan of Mitzgerald Massachusetts Tual South Dakota U.S Gerard Asell California Colorado Connecticut John S. Crosby Homer S. Cummings

McAdoo name dropped from Democratic convention plan

In San Francisco on June 30 the McAdoo camp agreed his name would not be formally placed before the Democratic national convention. Burris Jenkins altered his plan to forego a nominating speech for McAdoo, aligning with McAdoo managers. The convention began with speeches while platform talks and a secretive resolutions committee move forward.

Democratic National Convention Nominates Key Figures

In San Francisco Auditorium during the first hours of the convention session Senator Owen and former ambassador Gerard led a slate for the presidency alongside Homer S. Cummins, Senator Hitchcock, and Attorney General Palmer. W. G. McAdoo’s name was not to be presented after a late arrangement change as roll calls began.

San Francisco Owen Gerard Homer S. Cummines Hitchcock Nebraska Palmer W. \. McAdoo Robinson

Weather Outlook For Kansas With Warmer Temperatures

Kansas forecast shows generally fair conditions tonight and Thursday with warmer temperatures in the east and south. Record temperatures note yesterday at 70 and today around 69 to 71 degrees with light rainfall totaling 1.71 inches yesterday and 0 today.

Kansas

Greeting Chicago Singers in Stockholm Trip Details

Stockholm June 20 The Swedish Chicago Choral Society will visit Sweden with a six day stay in Stockholm from June 30 to July 6 featuring three concerts. King Gustav will honor them July 2 with a dinner on July 3 for Minister and Mrs Norris. A special steamer will tour Gefle Hudiksvall Sundsvall July 7 8 9 for concerts. The trip includes Dalkarlia and Verm Land performances.

Stockholm Swedish Chicago Choral Society Itx Sweden Gustav Norris America Oakhill Gefle Hudiksvall Sundsvall Dalkarlia Verm Land

Labor party aids North Dakota primary effort

Chicago June 30 The national labor party headquarters funds and staff backed the Nonpartisan League in North Dakota’s primary. Duncan McDonald of Illinois labor listed as congressional candidate and miner union member, worked in the state for three weeks while Frank J Espar planned to join but stayed in Chicago for the party convention.

Chicago National Labor Party Nonpartisan League North Dakota Labor Party Duncan McDonald Labor Party of Illinois Frank J. Esper National Party McDonald Congress Springfield Miners’ Union

Garden Party at Miss Lester's 401 Indiana Street

Miss Lillis Lester hosts a casual garden party at her home 401 Indiana Street. Japanese lanterns decorate the lawn and informal refreshments are served by Mrs Lester with help from Anna Dorothy Lester Evelyn Aldrich and Margaret Cavero. Guests include Anita Horton Dorothy Horton Dorothy Dunmire Helen Hungerford Helen Churchill Muriel Coghill Dorothy Simons Alice Miller Madeline McKone Burley Broadhead Martha Quinlin Jessie Underwood Jean Makepiece Maud Kasold Musetta Brown Leondell Long.

Miss Lillis Lester Indiana Street Teniscit Mrs. Lester Anna Dorothy Lester Evelyn Aldrich Margaret Cavero Anita Horton Dorothy Horton Dorothy Dunmire Helen Hungerford Helen Churchill Muriel Coghill Dorothy Simons Alice Miller Madeline McKone Burley Broadhead Martha Qui

Traffic fines paid in police court for jay driving

W. G. Brooks and A. L. Finner ty paid $2 this morning on a jay driving charge in police court. E. M. Heller and William Gantz were discharged after paying $1 fines.

W. G. Brooks A. L. Finnerty E. M. Heller William Gantz

Billie Dana guests honored with children's party afternoon

Billo een MaccCoubrie entertained twelve little friends this afternoon for guests Billie and Ambur Dana of Hutchinson. The children played games and refreshments were served at the close of the afternoon.

Billo’een MaccCoubrie Billie Ambur Dana Hutchinson

Miss Inez Mack Hosts West Lawrence Bridge Club

Miss Inez Mack entertained members of the West Lawrence Auction Bridge Club and a few guests at her home this afternoon, according to local social notes.

Inez Mack West Lawrence

Bergsloll Considers War Dept Feelings on Souvenir Cards

Bergsloll refrains from returning souvenir post cards to spare the War Department, signaling sensitivity to military policy as reported from Birmingham.

Bergsloll War Department Birmingham

Coolidge and Marshall Share Political Sympathy

In the Buffalo Express snippet, Tommy Marshall expresses sympathy for Governor Coolidge while noting that Coolidge has not chosen Wilson as a running mate, highlighting a strained or uncertain political alignment between the figures.

Tommy Marshall Governor Coolidge Coolidge Wilson Buffalo Express

Bryan Sounds Blast In War On Wet Plank

W J Bryan spoke at a breakfast gathering in San Francisco expressing his fight against the wet and dry issue. He said he aimed to influence the Democratic platform as a resolutions committee member, seeking to banish alcohol and war. Administration chiefs note a prohibition plank is likely blocked, with a nations plank aligned to Wilson’s line and no expected full committee review today.

San Francisco W. J. Bryan Toéeyo Resolutions Committee Galory Nebraska Bryan League of Nations Woodrow Wilson Virginia Wilson Wm. J. Bryan

Last Douglas County Soldier Is Home Now

Sidney Van Meensel returned to Lawrence after three years in the army. He served with the 4th division in France and was stationed at Coblenz Germany until two weeks ago when discharged and sent to New York. He reenlisted after the armistice and is the son of S. Van Meensel of 712 Louisiana Street.

Doteala Sidney van Meensel Lawrence Coblenz Germany Tivo New York van Meensel France S. van Meensel Louisiana Street

Dead Timber Good for Structural Use Says Lab

Madison Wisconsin June 30 Timber cut from insect or fire killed trees is as good for structural purposes as timber cut from live trees of similar quality with the caveat that the wood must not have been injured by decay or further insect attack. The forest products laboratory notes that heartwood in living trees is dead and most wood from trees is dead regardless of the tree’s living status.

Madison Wis Forest Products Laboratory LA. 8 Forest Service At

Army Reassignments Bring Reductions At Two Kentucky Camps

Louisville dispatch notes that many Regular Army officers at Camp Zachary Taylor and Camp Knox in Kentucky will revert to their prewar grades under the Army Reorganization Bill. Brigadier General G. G. Gatley of Camp Knox is among those to be reduced to colonel, while Major General Charles D. Summerall at Camp Taylor retains his permanent rank of Major General, conferred by Congress on April 5.

Louisville Camp Zachary Taylor Henry’ Know Stitchton G. G. Gatley Camp Knox Charles D. Summerall Camp Taylor Congress

Monday Party Hosts Shepherd of the Hills Viewers

Mrs Will Gorrill and Mrs Paul Winter entertained their Monday afternoon club with a fine party to see the Shepherd of the Hills. After the theatre the guests were taken to Wiedemanns for refreshments.

Will Gorrill Paul Winter Wiedemann’s

Mr and Mrs Arthur Weaver Spend Day in Kansas City

Mr and Mrs Arthur Weaver spent yesterday in Kansas City enjoying a day out. The outing featured visits to local shops and a meal at a downtown restaurant, with no reported incidents or plans announced.

Arthur Weaver Kansas City

McAdoo Emerges as Labor Vote Favorite at Convention

Convention atmosphere shifts as McAdoo gains ground with labor support and delegates from New York. Reed faces repudiation from state and national conventions while Tennessee women’s suffrage gains momentum with a telegram to Governor Roberts. Robinson lashes out at Republicans as Wilson and the League of Nations receive audience approval.

Roberts Tennessee Hodes Kansas Robinson Wilson League of Nations

Tilden Wins Wimbledon Singles Title in Final

William T. Tilden of Philadelphia defeated Zenzo Shimizu of Japan to win the British singles championship in the Wimbledon finals on June 30.

Wm. T. Tilden Philadelphia Zenzo Shimidzu

Last Day to Pay Taxes Urges Prompt Settlement

Today marks the final deadline to pay taxes without penalty. Yesterday the treasurer’s window processed $10,700 in tax collections.

Charles Radcliffe and Walter Buchannan Heading to Harvest Work

Charles Radcliffe and Walter Buchannan left today for Kingsley Kansas to work in the harvest fields. From there they will travel to Washington and other coast points to spend the summer.

Charles Radcliffe Walter Buchannan Kingsley Kansas Washington

Mrs Olive J Smith and sisters visit Lawrence

Mrs Olive J Smith and Frances and Grace Smith mother and sisters of county farm agent R O Smith arrived in Lawrence yesterday for a visit. They drove here from Blair Nebraska.

Olive J. Smith Frances Grace Smith R. O. Smith Lawrence Yvesterday Blair Nebraska

Ruby Harris Funeral Attended by Guy Soxman in Idaho Falls

Miss Ruby Harris’ funeral drew attendees including Guy Soxman in Idaho Falls Idaho. The service reflected the community’s sorrow and paid tribute to the deceased.

Guy Soxman Idaho Falls Idaho Ruby Harris

Owen Would Appeal to Women Voters

San Francisco June 30 described as a man whose record would appeal to the women voters the business interests the farmers the laboring men and to all lovers of popular government Senator Robert L Owen of Oklahoma was placed in nomination today before the Democratic National Convention by C Haden Linebaugh of Muskogee He declared party lines binding more loosely and that the need of the hour was a candidate whose record and character will inspire confidence of progressive thinking forward looking men and women without regard to party affiliations He spoke of Owens support for every Democratic policy progressive act and war measure noting his speeches in favor of the Peace Treaty of Wilson were unsurpassed He praised a great Democrat an old Virginia Democrat born and reared in the Old Dominion a Western Democrat leader of Oklahoma for thirty years and said his thoughts words and deeds have helped give stability to capital strengthen labor protect children bring women into their rightful heritage and bring the government nearer to the fireside of the citizen leading to a people’s President

San Francisco Robert L. Owen Oklahoma C. Haden Linebaugh Muskogee Owen Woodrow Wilson Senate Virginia Old Dominion

Presbyterian leader Olinger takes post in New York city

Rev Stanton Olinger, former student pastor of the Presbyterian church in Lawrence, who later led a church college at Storm Lake Iowa, has been appointed to a role with the Presbyterian general board of education in New York City. He informed a Lawrence friend that his family can move to Philadelphia and that his daughters will enroll at Swarthmore College.

Stanton Olinger Lawrence Storm Lake Iowa Presbyterian General Board of Education New York City Olinger Philadelphia Swarthmore College

Robbery on Express Car Nabs Marine Pay Roll

An express car on the Charleston and Western Carolina railroad was robbed near Augusta Georgia early today. Bandits attacked an express messenger and an armed guard, tying them up and taking $59,725. This sum was the marine pay roll for Pur Island, S. C. Marines.

Augusta Charleston & Western Carolina Puri Island

Albanians Take Aviona in Albanian Insurgent Victory

A dispatch from Uskur in southern Siberia reports Aviona, an Albanian city, seized from Italians by Albanian insurgents. The alert claims the entire Italian garrison was captured along with the town.

Belgrade Aviona Prava Uskur Siberia

Incendiary Given a Parole Today

Robert Scearce self confessed firebug released on temporary parole by Gov Henry J Allen ending Sept 1 1920. He admitted hiring two thugs to burn his belt factory for insurance while facing business failure and his brother’s financial stake. Judge C A Smart sentenced him to the penitentiary though parole was discussed to reveal fire’s origin.

Robert Scearce Douglas County Henry J. Allen Sevarce C. A. Smart Olson Plumbing Scearce Kansas City

Republican ticket pledges party rule over personal power

Washington reports Senator Harding and Calvin Coolidge outline a campaign strategy aimed at restoring party government as a constitutional alternative to personal rule. Coolidge stresses a return of public opinion to self control and strict adherence to the law.

Cuban sugar brokers lock sale to twenty four cents

Havana reports cane growers sugar mill owners and brokers stating they will not offer more sugar until the price hits twenty four cents a pound, the level seen in late May. They claim control of roughly 11,500,000 sacks of unsold sulfur.

Havana

Shock at Electric Storm Strikes Mrs Mills in Bed

Mrs. T. E. Mills of 1306 New Hampshire Street was struck by lightning during a severe electrical storm last night. She lay in a stupor for about two hours after the shock and is not expected to leave bed for a day or two, though she is feeling better today.

T. E. Mills New Hampshire Street

Sweeney Issues Call for All to Woodland

T J Sweeney chairman of the entertainment committee urged Chamber of Commerce members to avoid golf or river fishing during the Fourth of July celebration. He warned it is poor hospitality to invite guests and let them fend for themselves. J H Cohn noted a closing agreement and urged nonessential businesses to stay closed Monday. The celebration plans were finalized with an engaging entertainment program. Discussion touched on road matters following a Monday meeting with county and city commissioners, endorsing X Kennedy as Good Roads Committee chairman. A fund was raised to aid Amesoli Patasoni Hag Kell runner heading to the Olympic trials.

T. J. Sweeney Chamber of Commerce J. H. Cohn X. Kennedy Good Roads Committee Kennedy Amesoli Patasoni

German contract makes corn rise in Buenos Aires

Sharp Argentine corn gains are linked to a leak that the German League of Agriculturists struck a 1,000,000 ton purchase with a Dutch firm. The deal, government guaranteed, would be paid monthly from Germany’s potash and caustic soda monopoly proceeds and used mainly to feed pigs. Prices since year start near $1.12 per bushel, valuing the deal at about $44 million.

Buenos League of Agriculturists of Germany Argentine

Found Stolen Wheels Recovered Near Breezedale

Officer Beatty recovered two wheels taken from the curb in front of the Bower sock theater during the past week. One wheel was claimed by Paul Hughns of 909 Tennessee Street and the other by Lawrence Marshall of 1080 Massachusetts Street. Marshall’s wheel was taken on June 28 and Hughns’ on June 25.

Beatty Bowersock Theater Breezedale Panl Hutton Tennessee Street Lawrence Marshall Massachusetts Street Paul Huggn Marshall

Wheat early to market in Kansas farmers bulletin guidance

Fifty three percent of Kansas farmers plan to market wheat at once with fifty seven percent typically stored in local elevators by September first. The bulletin, received by county agent R O Smith from J C Mohler, Kansas secretary of agriculture, serves as a guidance tool for farmers on marketing wheat.

Kansas R. O. Smith J. C. Mohler

Playground Opens With Cloth Party and Tryouts

The girls section opens tomorrow with a cloth party directed by Miss Lenore Fox at 3 o clock. Boys will try out for a baseball team led by James Ak right. A new croquet set has been added to playground equipment.

Thee Lenore Fox James Akright

Double Rainbow Seen in Lawrence Skies at Sunset

Residents in Lawrence watched an unusual sky event yesterday evening as a singular sunset produced a double rainbow in the eastern sky. For a period both arches stood clear and distinct before fading.

Lawrence

Four Black people killed in Wharton county incident

In Wharton Texas early this week two Black people were struck by a passing vehicle and two others died in a related incident by posses. The deaths are tied to a serious incident involving Deputy Sheriff S C McCormick Saturday night.

Wharton Texas S.C. McCormick

Nadine Morrison Returns From Camp Shawnee Counselor Work

Miss Nadine Morrison arrives home in two weeks after serving as counselor for a Camp Fire Girls group at Camp Shawnee in Grandview Missouri.

Nadine Morrison Grandview Camp Shawnee

Marriage Licenses Issued in Four Couples

Marriage licenses were issued yesterday to William Crippen of Humbolt and Thelma Chripps of Gerard, Robert C. Innes of Cueb lo and Rachel H. Watson of Lawrence, John F. Mensing and Sue Bowers Edee of Leavenworth.

William Crippen Humbolt Thelma Chripps Gerard Robert C. Innes Cueblo Rachel H. Watson Lawrence John F. Mensing Sue Bowers Edee Leavenworth

Mrs Gee to Visit Iowa Mother For Three Weeks

Mrs. Frank Gee will depart tomorrow for Clarinda Iowa to visit her mother Mrs. Thomas Humphreys for three weeks.

Frank Gee Clarinda Iowa Thomas Humphreys

Burnett Brother Visit Reported in Lawrence Ohio

F. G. Burnett, a general agent for Santa Fe at Cincinnati, is in Lawrence visiting his brother W. W. Burnett. The visit highlights family ties amid a travel period.

F. G. Burnett The Santa Fe Cincinnati Ohio Lawrence W. W. Burnett

American Legion Post Dorsey to Meet Tomorrow Evening

Fir Dorsey Post of the American Legion will hold a meeting at the Tegion rooms tomorrow evening. Post Commander Mahlon Weed urges all members to attend as important business will come before the gathering. The meeting will open at o'clock.

Mrs. S J Moore Heads to Nebraska City for Week

Mrs. S J Moore departed this morning for Nebraska City Nebraska to visit her daughter Mrs Maude Schuler for a week.

S. J. Moore Nebraska City Nebr Maude Schuler

Mrs St Michael Visits Rogers Family in Arkansas

Mrs St Michael of Rogers Arkansas arrived last night for a visit with her daughter Mrs Ray Kokanour and family.

Two women head to Camp Machigame for summer

Miss Jeannette Waestaff will leave next Wednesday for Camp Machigame Michigan to spend the summer. Miss Katherine Jackman who is now in Michigan will spend the summer at the same camp.

Jeannette Waestaff Camp Machigame Mich Katherine Jackman Michigan

Roberts visits sister in Kansas City

Mr. F. H. Roberts traveled to Kansas City today to spend several days with his sister, Mrs. E. L. Major.

F. H. Roberts Kansas City E. L. Major

Mrs S J Butler Departs for Le Roy Kansas Visit

Mrs S J Butler left this morning to visit her daughter in Le Roy Kansas.

S. J. Butler Leroy Kansas

L N Lewis Heads To Kansas City On Business

L N Lewis spent a day in Kansas City handling business matters.

L. N. Lewis Kansas City

Miss Edna Hill Visits Ottawa for Several Days

Miss Edna Hill travels to Ottawa this morning for a multi day visit. She will tour local sites and stay with friends during the trip.

Edna Hill Ottawa

Demand for Auto Licenses Surges at County Office

Applications for 641 automobile licenses have been filed at the office of county treasurer W. H. McKone with 62 arriving yesterday. The surge reflects growing demand as residents seek vehicle registrations.

W. H. McKone

Admitted Jay Driving F S Fesler Pays Fine

Fesler paid two dollars for jay driving and pleaded guilty in court. Chief J H Monroe arrested him and he waived trial.

Jay F. S. Fesler J. H. Monroe

Mrs Mary Ise Holmes Heads for Colorado Summer

Mrs. Mary Ise Holmes, visiting her mother Mrs. R. C. Ise and brother Prof. John Ise for several weeks, will leave tomorrow for Green Mountain Falls, Colorado, to spend the summer.

Mary Ise Holmes R. C. Ise John Ise Green Mountain Falls Colo

Hazel Cook heads to Pittsburgh for Schlanger Degan wedding

Miss Hazel Cook travels to Pittsburgh Kansas this morning to attend the marriage of Miss Eth el Schlanger and Sam Degan scheduled for tonight, with family and friends expected to gather for the ceremony.

Hazel Cook Pittsburgh Kansas Ethel Schlanger Sam Degan

Mrs J Eaton and Miss Father Boland Leave for Nebraska

Mrs J Eaton and Miss Father Boland departed yesterday for Nebraska to visit relatives for several weeks, traveling together and staying with family during the extended trip.

J. Eaton Father Boland Nebraska

Orabell Development forms to drill gas oil east of Kaw

Orabell Development Company organized to prospect for oil and gas east of the Kaw, holding 8,000 acres between Eudora and DeSoto with a test well under way. Tom Harley presides with six trustees, while surveys link the lease area to Wellsville Baldwin Linwood fields and Johnson county drilling continues amid equipment delays.

Orabell Development Company Here Kaw Valley Tom Harley S. E. Colyer H. H. Marlin J. W. Ward Kansas City, Mo C. E. Corey Eudora R. L. Grider Lawrence DeSoto Johnson County The University Wellsville Baldwin Linwood Leavenworth County Oklahoma Irritory Youngstown-Pittsburgh Company Six Corners Youngstown-Pittsburgh Orabell Company

Parents Urged to Help City Juvenile Officers

Wichita Falls Texas June 30. The city juvenile officer asks parents to volunteer to monitor boys in the community. He says he does not want to stigmatize youth or send many to reformatories, but emphasizes cooperation is needed as sixteen youths have already been sent since he took office. He cites long hours, crowded housing, and lack of parental awareness of youths’ whereabouts as key challenges.

Wichita Falls Tex Reformatory

Blackburn Bound Over in Assault Case

Jess Blackburn arraigned on assault with intent to kill. Preliminary hearing set for July 6 at 2 PM. Held on $2,000 bail. Blackburn shot his wife Sunday claiming the pistol discharged accidentally during a struggle.

Blackburn Jess Blackburn

Hunting Licenses Issued Before Season Opens

Two licenses have been issued ahead of the hunting season with one free and one paid. Ex-service men are entitled to a free hunting license by statute.

Nurse Visit Ends After Two Day Stay in Lawrence

Miss Pearl Waptad supervisor of nurses for Eastern Kansas Public Health Nursing Association left early after a two day visit with Miss Nelle Kuhn visiting nurse for Lawrence.

Leidy cousins visit Newport kin for the summer

Miss Edith Leidy and Miss Helen Leidy of Newport Arkansas are visiting their cousins Marguerite and Harriet Kendall here for the summer.

Edith Leidy Helen Leidy Newport, Ark Marguerite and Harriet Kendall

Student Ruby Whitecroft Withdraws From University

Ruby Whitecroft, a university student, has withdrawn from school and left for New Mexico for health reasons.

Ruby Whitecroft New Mexico

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M’adoo McAdoo Burris Jenkins Wm. G. McAdoo Administration Pobineau Choral Society Reveille Agency Reed Missouri CY Arvin S. Olin Journal- World New York State Shannon Kansas City Protested the Report, the Secretary of the Credentials Committee Senator Reed Georgia Firence Brother Harding Calvin Coolidge Will H. Hays T. FE. Mills Sweeney Mohler Dr. Albright Chiropractor Helen Becker White City V. Johnson Welch and Welch Chiropractors Jer Fields
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