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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 11, 1920
Page
4
A year ago returning overseas division soldiers faced concerns about how to join industry. The issue was resolved as they were all absorbed with no difficulty, reflecting how public affairs mirror personal worries about unlikely events.
A Du Pont letter read in the senate threatened a presidential campaign ally over dye industry protection. Support for the bill waned after the letter, highlighting a link between dye works and munitions capacity and stressing national defense implications beyond business policy.
The piece argues that fixing a minimum income as proposed by a consulting economist for railroad brotherhoods fails to solve family welfare. It notes varied local outcomes with some parents successfully raising families on modest earnings while others have too much money hindering happiness and usefulness.
The article argues that Mexico must educate and modernize to raise living standards. It notes leaders propose schools land reform sanitation and public health as part of a future revolution. It compares northern border states favorably to southern Mexico and suggests northern influence could drive progress.
The piece notes a new regime in Mexico with optimism for reduced banditry but warns that funding proposed soldier bonuses remains unresolved. It cites abandoned sales tax plans, rising government demands, and a potential tax burden on the country, while cautioning against threats to national institutions.
The piece argues work is essential to human life, condemns ideas of living without labor, and asserts production sustains society. It notes the slogan on a Chicago railroad car and parallels it with political and economic leaders who debate work, pay, and living standards. A photo of the car stance is praised as a national treasure for public display.
Hon Charles J Doherty minister of justice in the Dominion Cabinet born in Montreal sixty five years ago today. Frank Schlesinger director of Yale Observatory born in New York City fifty nine? years ago today. Samuel K R Van Sant former governor of Minnesota born at Rock Island Illinois seventy six years ago today. Dr Hubert J Aley president of the University of Maine born at Coal City Indiana fifty seven years ago today.
A calendar of notable dates recalls George Whitfield of Scranton born in Madison and died in 1861, Madame Recamier born in Tyons in 1777, Admiral Buchanan born 1800 and died in Talbot, the General Federation of Women’s Clubs opening in Chicago, the Chicago Board of Trade halting May wheat trading at 3.25 a bushel, and US consular warnings for Americans traveling through Mexico in 1918.
A year ago today large protests unfolded in German circles against the Texco Treaty. Papresecntatives of Trish societies in the Triad States were welcomed in Dublin. A remark notes the scarcity of milk from Dunmire's and extols its uniqueness.
A member from the Sibley Powieh Farmers Cooperative Association denounces an auditor’s report fraud claim. The letter accuses Prof Well of University and Earl Williams of using committee figures to set an invoice amount. The writer urges fairness and notes an anticipated Guild Hall meeting and an upcoming pageant event.
England to celebrate the 300th anniversary with events in September including a civic reception September 1 a historical conference September 4 tableaux and a religious service. An open-air service at the Mayflower stone is planned for September 5 marking the Pilgrim Fathers voyage from the historic site.
Read about the hundredth anniversary of Buren Munrhiusen and a convention of the Amalgamated Iron, Steel and Tin Workers. Voters in St. Louis face a $24 million municipal bonds proposal for improvements while Alabama and Virginia politics stage events and candidates prepare for November races.
The British Chamber of Commerce in Shanghai supports China’s claim to Shan tung, aligning with American business groups. A. W. Burkhill said the chamber sympathizes with China, noting Japan’s actions threaten equal access for foreign nationals to harbor area assets and transport terminals.
Reports from Moscow describe a severe medicine shortage in the city with scarce drugstores and widespread hoarding. Utilities and fuel are scarce as wooden houses are demolished for fuel. Prices soar for bread, meat, and tea with rubles trading at high costs. many poor people tailor their own clothes or wear patched garments.
The stage adaptation by Gus Hill of George McManus’s Bringing Up Father will play Keversock Theatre Monday May 17. The three act musical comedy stars Jiggs Mahoney and his wife Mother, promising lively action and broad humor in a story of social life.
We express heartfelt thanks to lodge members neighbors and friends for kindness during the sickness and death of our beloved daughter M Julia Johnzon Mrs Annie Henry Mrs Fannie Brown Mr and Mrs L Johnon Garner Hill Gladstone N I Sells Rat Snap He Says to sell and use RAT-SNAP It kills rats Leaves no smell Three sizes 25c 50c 1.00 Sold and guaranteed by Ix Green Bros Round Corner Drug Store and M W Callahan
The stalled hog ordinance faced delays over several weeks in the city commission meeting with discussion of sanitation and pet control measures. Officials indicated possible framing of guidelines and punishment details, as per city clerk remarks and ongoing deferral.
Local farmers in Doaggins County report high wages failing to attract workers for farm tasks. Officials note a continuing labor shortage as many applicants are unable to meet wage demands, leaving farms short of help at peak season.
Fragmentary report mentions German policy toward China and peace, with unrelated travel comments about Cannibal Islands women. Includes stray names and local notices about milk, a court appearance, and a temporary medical appointment amid garbled OCR.
BR O Snoth warns potato growers to spray crops now to control potato binge. A county information letter will go to all potato planters. Spray mixes include arsenate of lead and other components, with watering and follow up seven to ten days after bloom.
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