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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Mar 16, 1921
Page
3
Union Pacific employees, notified of an April 11 wage reduction, express confidence the federal government will not permit a cut and that the current wage scale will stay unchanged.
Chancellor Lindley earns praise for steering Kansas with steady advocacy for the University and state higher education. Legislators credit his clear aims and nonpolitical leadership, hoping continued growth through targeted appropriations and broadened public service. The future hinges on deeper state awareness and sustained university outreach.
Emma Goldman would applaud the Upper Silesia plebiscite under the Versailles terms as prisoners are moved to vote on whether the region belongs to Poland or Germany. Critics note noncitizens may be barred from voting, while supporters cite orderly removal of offenders to cast ballots.
The proseeding describes opening up the proposition yesterday and seeking to alter the court's machinery just before the session's fixed adjournment time. The action is noted as unusual given the late hour of final adjournment.
Even if transport costs halt touring groups Lawrence plans five home talent plays at the Bowersock in April. Local theatre organizers emphasize community involvement and varied performances across the month.
The legislature failed to provide funds for the state geological survey for the next two years. Started in 1894, the survey has revealed vast wealth beneath Kansas, including oil gas and minerals. The omission may rely on commercial interests to continue exploration and quantify Kansas resources.
The Minneapolis Tribune notes the Burton committee report on the Non-Partisan League was pre vetted in the north. It charges the panel pretended to interview opponents while mainly engaging with League backers. It says the report was a whitewash and that the Barton county mob helped turn Burton and colleague into Kansas free speech advocates, contrasting North Dakota suppression laws.
Editorial recounts Lew McCall’s cartoonish tale from the Columbus Advocate about motorists stopping at a local filling station on the way to Kansas City. Cadillac and Buick drivers ask distance, then request increasing amounts of gas and oil while a flivver rider seeks water and a bottle of 8 in 1 before moving on, all around a 140 mile leg.
Circles in newspaper circles discuss the Kansas City Journal now under a receiver and heading for sale. Missouri editors push a syndicate bid with E. E. E. MacJimsey named to possibly run it, while rumors tie William Randolph Hearst to a post consolidation. Also notes J. B. Mack’s return from Salina.
Reprinted from the Republican Daily Journal dated March 15, 1871. Mr. Clapp of Troy New York visits Lawrence and praises it as one of the finest towns in the west. The Kay Valley Baseball club forms a governance slate in district court with officers and directors. A State University catalog highlights room counts for chemistry physics natural sciences and engineering departments. Boxing results feature A F Sherman and A A Schroeder drawing, Nat Poster defeating Sal Walker in the middleweight bout amid a lively local scene.
In Lawrence, March 34 1893, stock buyer J F Howard was robbed on Quincy street near New Hampshire. A man and a second assailant grabbed him, throwing him to the ground while a woman searched his pockets. He carried 50 in currency and 2 in silver. The report notes ongoing repairs at Eldridge house and mentions the University Athletic Association indoor meet with lightweight boxing winner Will McMurray.
Wm F Reinisch chief of the fire dept argues the city properly bought an aerial ladder truck after years with a worn out ladder. He cites cost 12200 and savings 3800 yearly versus a standard ladder, notes public backing and civic support, and warns against political attacks from opponents.
Indianapolis March 16 extensive plans for using Camp Knox Kentucky for an active season of military training are being formulated by the staff at Fort Benjamin Harrison headquarters of the Fifth Corps Area under Maj. Gen. George W Read The plans cover instruction for the national guard ROTC units artillery units and civilians all dependent on congressional appropriations
Eight Samoan hurricane survivors from 1889 reunite in Boston for the disaster’s 32nd anniversary. Oklahoma bank commissioner Fred G. Dennis faces arraignment in Coalgate on malfeasance charges. Senator Townsend’s marriage to Nanette Loomis set for Jackson Michigan. Second District Council Radio Operators convenes at the Hotel Pennsylvania New York for a major amateur gathering.
Mrs J A Cohn and Miss Catherine Ziesenis spent the day in Kansas City enjoying a day of activities and sightseeing.
Clinton community club presents a play by the young people at Pleasant Valley school house Saturday night. Admission 25 and 15 cents with proceeds to the school piano fund. Rev S A Gardner president and Lester DeMeritt secretary treasurer. Club has run three years and recently cleared $30 at Clinton two weeks ago.
Berlin report says bees Belgian hares and sheep dogs are among the pets the entente powers demand from Germany. The ship carrying the assortment will rival Noahs ark in variety. Mrs M Calvert and Miss Ima Butler spent the day shopping in Kansas City today.
A noted authority says drops of Outgro on skin around an ingrown nail reduce inflammation and pain and toughen the tender skin so the nail turns outward almost overnight. Outgro is an antiseptic made for chiropodists but can be bought at drugstores with directions.
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