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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 08, 1920

Page

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Mexican Capitals Taken by Rebels Reported Fall

Reports say Mexico City fell to revolutionists as Carranza troops revolted. Rebels claimed capture of other key centers including Saltillo and Montery, with rail and telegraph links to interior cut and calls for Carranza to resign.

Ver. Cruz EL Paseo Mexico City General Hill el Paco Miers Mexico Revolutionit Todas Carran Cis Republic Benen Hill Saltillo Coahuita Nate Cioerto Carranat Tuyna Mieiing SalttHo

Socialist Convention Opens 120th National Meeting in New York

The Socialist party of America began its 120th national convention in New York with the Internationale and the singing of the Marseillaise. National executive secretary spoke as delegates from fraternal federations gathered at the Finn workers' educational association hall. Recount of Kansas City votes not blocked. A contest for the Arianca City mayoral race proceeds with Mayor Cowgill’s reelection challenge by Matt Foster in court.

New York Oehat Party of America Inteenationale Maurseillvise Iigin Free Nussine Otte Unstetter Finn Workers’ Educational Association W. C Kansas City Arianca City EB. M. Barber James Cowgill Matt Foster

Signs Rail Deficiency Bill Washington May

The bill addressing railroad operating deficiencies was signed today by President Wilson. It is expected that about $125,000 of the funds will be used to finance new rolling stock for the rail system.

Washington Wilsor Fandeau

French Play Tonight at Titth Theatre

The Fernch de parument of the University presents a gael comedy Dr Avenal Patela tonight in the Titth theatre in trreen hell. William White, son of William Allen White of Fim poria, plays the leading role.

Fernch Deparument

Kansas Forecast Fair Tonight and Sunday

Kansas forecast notes fair weather tonight and Sunday with temperatures around 74 degrees. Data indicate yesterday's high near 74 and low around 50, with today’s afternoon readings near 72 to 74 depending on location.

Kansas

Thanksgiving Service Funds Boost Subscriptions Noted

A historical notice describes a real Thanksgiving service aiming to raise subscriptions for an associated organ project. The report highlights increased giving, with totals near 82 009 and 4 400 expected, reflecting strong community support and planned religious activities.

Probable trial date set for Chayton at Harriet court

A damaged fragment notes Chayton facing trial at Harriet court. Clyde Hall, an 18 year old Baldwin youth, pled guilty to a charge of swearing in Baldwin, with further items hinting at local county chattel proceedings.

Manley Chayton Wharriet Court Clyde Hall Baldwin Pehans

Dairyman acquitted on health ordinance milk charge

The dairyman was acquitted in district court on an appeal from police court where he faced a health ordinance violation for milk analysis showing high bacteria and dirt. The case involved milk from a wagon with bottles from stores failing to dispose of stock. The defense claimed the milk was not offered for sale.

Uiryman, Trig Pol Ee Smith Yeterday Carl Shrader Posies Court Epeedines Shrader Shralee

Rumors of Damage Suits Unfounded Says Attorney

Attorney for Walter Deay case declares rumors of damage lawsuits unfounded as the defense argues the charges are a misprosecution. The defense notes no intention to file civil actions, aiming to avoid further harm to the defendant’s character and to prevent community strife.

Walter Deay

Polish Drive on Minimum Wage Debate Reaches Five Year Plan

Economist W Lauck testifies before railway labor board urging a universal minimum family budget of 2500 dollars per year for a family of five. He cites government data and Meeker estimates as proof that current living costs force poverty for such families.

Kiev Washington Dete Lauck Lauck Unitedstates Royal S. Meeker Laboy

Final Sermon and Conference Notes From Viemonth Church

Pastor Je Res W Sandersen will preach his final sermon on Remember Jesus Christ. An evening talk covers Where Fat Meets Wret-an and missionary study in Tientsin. Sanderson attends Topeka meeting of the Congregational Conference executive committee and presides at director meetings. Plymouth delegates join the conference, with Prof. U Nitehell giving a key address on Congregationalism. Sanderson chairs most sessions and delivers the moderator's address The Tilerm Faith in the New Age. Church supper and farewell remarks follow. he departs May 1 to become executive secretary of the Federation of Churches in Wichita. Baptism slots available Sunday. Dyche Museum opens 1–4 Sunday. Ford car stolen from in front of the Varsity. insured by 133 Agency.

Je. Res W. Sandersen Viemonth Church Jesus Christ Fat Tientsin Monilay Sanderson Oes Topeka Lanans Congregational Conference Howl of Directors Plymouth Lelesates U. + Nitehell Sanderson Ky.wouth Nest Federation of Churches Wich

University Catalogue Notice and Printer Update

A campus bulletin discusses the university catalogue inclusion for PETE courses and notes a printer rate adjustment. An announcement from Trewi-teay George GQ confirms distribution plans and the upcoming term for Te20.

Nhe Universite Entubayae Peguy Trewi-teay George GQ Loswe

Ex Senator William A Clark Seen on Fifth Avenue Promenade

Ex Senator William A Clark known as the copper king and a millionaire many times over, appeared on Fifth Avenue in a public vow appearance. His Clark mansion is described as one of the city's show properties.

New York William A. Clark Fifth Avenue Clark Clark Mansion Vere

Rosewood Club Promises Sleeper’s Delight

The Rosewood Club offers a chance to end weariness for residents in Lawrence. Chief James Monroe received word from Detective Anderson of Omaha and others praising courtesy and reviving spirits at the hands of Chic Mon row.

Lawrence James Monroe Rosewood Club Anderson Omaha Girark Chic Monrow

Yaruinay Captures Ship Triest in Battle

The Italian steamer Rare Fejervary was captured by two anti submarine craft off Guarnero Bay during a grain shipment run from Preste to Ayitan. Captain Gabriete commanded the operation as a notable naval action.

Yaruinay Triest Gabriete Fejervary

New York Mas Opinets Move Toward Homes in Territory

In a Cantinente report, construction statistics show residential building at 71 percent of total as three months of the year pass. Illinois Indiana and Missouri areas display gains of about 15 percent despite rising construction costs, with the central west seeing notable increases.

New York Ohio S. Wo Deter Co Ulynois Inaims Kkuneas

Friendship Run to Lawrence Draws Big Local Interest

Oskaloosa and Jefferson County welcome Lawrence friendship run organizers with high anticipation for next Tuesday's event. Local chambers, churches, and bands prepare midday stopovers and chicken dinner fundraisers as the delegation routes through multiple towns ending in Perry and McLouth.

Chamber of Commerce Friendship Run C. W. McKeen Jefferson Leavenworth Lawrence

End Paper Investigation Update From Washington May 8

May 8 report states the senate investigation into the print paper nation project will finish next week. The manufacturers subcommittee chair announces hearings for Monday and Tuesday. The Paris Academy prize of 820000 seeks a method to contact inhabitants on another planet. A circus keeps the ring size at 42 feet in diameter. London rewards the first to report a water main burst. Sydney insures 138.

Washington Enate Nation

Supreme Court Reverses Employer Liability in Fatal Fight Case

The Kansas Supreme Court rules Swift & Co. not liable for a death caused by rival employees fighting, overturning a Wyandotte County verdict. In a separate Osborne County case, Judge Pickler remands after overturning a conviction of Fred C. Williams for elopement with a 16 year old, suggesting possible release on retrial.

Topeka Kansas Supreme Contreas Wyandotte County Swift & Co STOO Shaun Denieres Supreme Court Osborne Williams Heriff Norton Meng Pate Hernet

Rationing Proposal From Washington Stirs Manufacturers

A fragment indicates discussions in Washington on wartime rationing of nonessential goods and coordination with allied nations to avoid bidding against each other. The text cites Herbert Tientin or related official as presenting measures to manage supply for United States and Ln countries.

Lawrence Churches Hit Quotas in Inter Church Drive

Non members fall short as canvassers report slow take in Tumrence. Nine of seventeen teams tally 1187.50 cash and 44.50 in pledges, with several churches near or over their quotas. Major gifts include 25 from a local lawyer. several congregations yet to report.

Tumrence John M. Newlin W. H. Quaken Bush F. H. Smithmeyer EB. Decker Nuffer C. W. Newby M. B. Church The Friends Church Second Presbyterian United Brethren Congregational C Christiann Baptists North Lawrence

Wheat Crop Falls Off In May Forecast

Washington May reports show winter wheat production forecast at 484.647 million bushels, 88.8 percent below last year. Crop condition May 1 was 791 percent of normal, down from 75.40 percent April 4, with 4,165,100 acres left to harvest, 14.9 percent below last year.

Washington Department of Mericultyre

Midland Grange seeks Third Street repairs petitioned

The Midland Grange at a town meeting urged city commissioners to fix Third Street north from the city limits to the Union Pacific tracks. They say the street is nearly impassable and would greatly aid Grant township farmers entering town.

Midland Grange T& Revent Third Street Union Pacific Grant Township

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