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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
May 24, 1922
Page
6
May delivery reports show wheat markets unsettled as heavy rains across the western belt dampen yields. Kansas faces late planting, poor dryness, and forecasts suggest a possible harvest below earlier government estimates, with uncertainty lingering as cool weather persists.
Community notes from Knowledge Hill report visits and gatherings. Names include Miss Bella Stanwix Freddie Grawberger and Mrs Armstrong with many relatives from Kanwaka McLouth and Kansas City. A shower for Mr and Mrs George Griss drew about forty five guests and gifts. News of illness, travel and a death telegram closes the column.
The Winter Community Club will present the play Jumbo Jum at Kanwale hall on Saturday evening May 27 followed by dancing and serving of cake and ice cream. The public is invited and neighbors attended local events and visits are noted among residents.
The second meeting of the county fruit growers discussed bee and bird roles in fruit farming at the Chamber of Commerce. Olmer Whitney of the State Horticultural Society explained bees' value, noting every fruit grower should be a beekeeper, and noted spray timing and weather affected bee activity and harvests. About forty attendees heard later remarks on keeping bees, bird impacts, and modest costs to run a hive while boosting yields of apples, peaches, and cherries.
Water department warns districts that mains shutoffs will occur for a few hours to allow connections. Residents should draw water ahead for the next ten days to avoid inconvenience. Supt. Win. F. Henderson notes efforts will keep shutoffs short. Local church services in London mention children conducting activities with adults minimally involved. Velie cars. Kluss. Phone 331.
Firebaugh was fined ten dollars in police court this morning for speeding beyond the limit. Officers stated he traveled about 35 miles per hour in an automobile and Firebaugh pleaded guilty. Mr and Mrs Smith of East Fourteenth Street appeared in police court on another matter.
Angeline Williams pleads not guilty to a vagrancy charge and posts a $200 bond. She is scheduled to appear for trial on May 27 for the case of disturbing the peace.
A woman appeared in police court Saturday charged with vagrancy. She had been in court last week for a dry bone violation. Story Bros, Phone 1172.
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