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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 08, 1921
Page
5
Analysis notes editorial comment on the University crisis draws praise for fairness and support from writers. It argues many editors lack student loyalty yet aim for the institution's welfare and Kansas' broader good, signaling a statewide impact and editorial balance.
The Fort Scott Times attacks Leavenworth for perceived lawlessness and the other town’s strict enforcement of prohibitory laws. The Leavenworth Times counters by noting open saloons elsewhere and the wider coal region's enforcement challenges. Both papers imply local sentiment lags in upholding prohibition, with time expected to shift toward broader compliance.
Military operations did not achieve much in that direction yet severely interfered with Mr. Berger's activities, producing an unforeseen hindrance to his plans.
After failed pleas for leniency, the allies threaten stricter terms including occupation of more cities, Rhine customs barriers, and import taxes. The piece argues Germany may endure Berlin occupation, noting lessons from 1870 and the mistaken belief in an easy payment path, with 1921 pressures tougher than 1918.
The New York Times notes Dr. Skiff rose from a Lawrence newspaper career to head the Field Museum of Natural History in Chicago. He faced early doubt as a non scientific administrator, yet gained support from Chicago’s elite including Marshall Field and others after organizing fundraising for the Fine Arts Building and museum exhibits. The editorial highlights his decisive role in securing donations and institutional backing.
Topeka Journal argues over five million dollars should be delegated for building and upkeep of state schools. It warns the University faces talent drain due to low salaries, calls for liberal funding despite tax concerns, and stresses education as Kansas must decide between a first class university or an inferior one.
Reprinted from Republican Daily Journal March 8. Election in Eudora on the 6th yielded mayoral and council seats. Fraternal orders report a new post under Grand Commander S. A. Cobb with officers: Kimmel, Dee, Edwards, Lefebrec, Harvis, Cunnington, Clymont, Hays, Dedse, Stewart, Keniston, Hantry, Hy St ons. Delegates to Midland Trail meeting not appointed. matter referred with no action.
Lane reports the bill to lengthen country school terms from seven to eight months was defeated in the legislature. County commissioners continued routine business at the March court house meeting. The treasurer’s office works through half of 1929 tax receipts and payments. Chamber of Commerce directors canceled yesterday’s meeting due to other matters needing attention.
Personal notes record Mrs L White spending the day in Kassas City. A W Cunningham traveled to Baldwin on business. Miss Hazel Freener spent the day in Ottawa on business. Mrs Abe Levy of Ottawa visited with M Newmark. Mrs A Harbour returned home in Ottawa this morning.
Local seller advertises a wide range of fresh vegetables at unusually low prices. If it grows, they have it, promising abundant produce and bargain rates for shoppers.
An advertisement touts No-To-Bac as a remedy to end all cravings for cigarettes cigars pipes or chewing tobacco. It promises relief from the habit and offers a money back guarantee if cravings persist.
Mrs. W H DL, a beauty expert from Wa sas City, shares a homemade formula to darken gray hair. Mix half a pint water with bay rum essence, a small box of Barbe Compound, and 1 4 ounces of pigervine. apply twice weekly until desired shade is reached. The preparation is non sticky and does not color the scalp.
A home remedy claims relief for catarrhal deafness and head noises. Mix one ounce of Parmint with a quarter pint of water and grind sugar to create a syrup. Take ten spoonfuls daily in five doses for quick relief as nasal passages clear and breathing improves.
After a visit with her son Dr. E G Harbour and family Miss Goldie Gray returned to Lecompton from Lawrence where she attended the Bird of Paradise event. A drug store advertises Pag Sage as a hair treatment promising waves and shine with a money back plan amid broader notes on inspections and losses.
Chief Reinisch told the city commission that seventeen alarms were answered in February. The estimated value of the buildings involved was $60,100 with a partial total not provided.
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