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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 27, 1920

Page

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Final Drive for Winning Vote in Republican Nomination

A period preview of the 1920 Republican convention shows Major General Wood and Governor Frank O. Lawden leading divisions with Wood at 192 votes, Lawden 74, and other candidates splitting the rest. Prospects vary, with analysts predicting the first ballot may not settle the nomination before the fifth or sixth round.

Petitiates Am Chicago Ciclo Berdigy Wba Vermant Ley Genev Leonard Wend Coretie Caverts Vielure Campuisr Wood Irnk Lawden Laonare Wood Hiram Joka Yen Prunk von Het Sennad Warren G. Haring Ohio Lutherkams West Virginia Miles Poindexter Washington Jude Pritchard North Caro Chimska

Committee kills Armenian mandate proposal in Senate

Washington on May 9 the Senate Foreign Relations Committee disapproved the president's plan for an American mandate over Armenia. Only four Democrats opposed alien action as the committee voted 11 to 0 to report a resolution declining to grant the executive power to secure a mandate over Armenia.

Washington

New Altitude Record Flight Breaks in San Antonio

A reported world altitude record was set yesterday at Kellam Field when Lieut. Harri Waddington climbed to 20 081 feet with three enlisted men aboard an experimental craft. Separate item notes Winston Smith, who lost a leg in an automobile crash at Des Moines, traveling to Kansas City for a fitted artificial limb.

San Antonio Thret Shallengers Kelle Vkiolk Harri Waddington Winston Smith Mer Moines Inn Kansas City

Final High School Assembly Closes Year With Farewells

Speakers from each class delivered farewell remarks as the high school year closed. Superintendent Kent and Governor Abeats telegrams were noted. Track captain and coach presented thespian and athletic recognitions while reminders of commencement and farewell activities were voiced by class representatives Delph Simons Constance Stanley Franley Tesmed and Frater Beverstack. The upcoming commencement was announced for Friday night at the Bowersick theatre.

Lewin New York Olney Kanes City Levte Yanting Anilin Sterling Han Tate McCook Woodward George Tellime Bere John Oo Elmer Laigten Avi Doened Senin Epstain Eloet Baddwein Aml Topeka Mencement Farewe Frater Beverstack Freehimen Delph Simons Cophunmores Constance Stanley Franley Eaitet Oeff Bowerseck Theatre

Minority factions clash at Presbyterian assembly over world movement

In Philadelphia on April 27 the New Era movement dominated the Presbyterian General Assembly. Minority members protested the assembly’s backing of the inter church World Movement and world peace plans. The body approved trimming the New Era budget from 900000 to 400000 as the assembly continued into the next gen eral session.

Philadelphia General Assembly Presbyterian Churd

Palmer Answers Queries on Federal Control Proposals

Attorney General Valmer replies to a presidential candidate questionnaire. He discusses government control over manufacture and distribution of essential commodities, elimination of excess profits taxes in favor of higher investment income, and the end of the five great meat packers' dominance after a federal court decree from negotiations. Palmer stresses safeguarding free speech.

Gene Valmer Nationale Boand O Thilmer Palmer

Leavenworth Graduation Honors Dorothea Arps Vale Dictorian

Mrs Harwood attended Leavenworth high school graduation Tuesday evening. Dorothea Arps, granddaughter of Mrs Belle Arps of Lawrence, serves as vale dictorian of the class. Iva May Dixon, graduating from Junior High, has perfect attendance.

Leavenworth Harwood Leavenworth High School Dorothea Arps Belle Arps Lawrence Iva May Dixon

McAdoo Candidacy Funded by Political Attendants

Testimony before a senate inquiry details McAdoo supporters meeting in San Francisco and a local invitation from Jouett Shouse. Witnesses claim no funds were available for McAdoo’s bid, though large single contributions and prominent names are cited, with total spending on general publicity.

G. McAdau Frank Wilson Frermer Liberty Tean Publicity Jenkins Daugherty Nicholas Murray Tutler John BR. Davies New York Senate Committee of Inquiry

Purkish Leader Defies Entente Purkish Leader Defies Entente

The article reports Myrna Kemal Pacha declaring that Turkish nationalist forces reject the peace treaty and will not accept a death sentence imposed by Crest tin. It notes the Turkish government, the Sultan, and allied occupation as factors shaping the response and signals ongoing resistance to British measures.

Nagota Asm Mugit Myrna Kemal Pacha Crest Tin Puarkey Bie Rtn Peuh

ROLSCHAK IN CAGE CAPTURE SHOCKS VANCOUVER

Vancouver headlines report Admiral Robehulz former head of the al-Russian Government captured by revolutionists. He was shown publicly at Trkite with crowds jeering and hurling epithets as he faced a nominal charge.

Vancouver Heod Robehulz Trkite Erient Deberg

Uni t Architectural Society Elects Officers in Marvin Hall

The final meeting of the Uni t Architectural Society was held yesterday in Marvin Hall where D. Kent Frohwerk was elected president, R. T. W. Hibbs as vice president, Edgar Riresak as secretary, and Elizabeth Evans as treasurer.

Kk. U Unit Architectural Society Marvin Hall D. Kent Frohwerk R. T W. Hibbs Edgar Riresak Elizabeth Evans

Lawyer McClain Buys Miss Murtaugh Residence for Lawrence Home

Lawrence Baxter L. McClain of Iola Kansas buys the stone residence at the corner of Tth and Louisiana from Miss Annie Murtaugh and plans to make Lawrence his home while his three daughters attend the university. Mrs H C Wainville and Miss Florence Wilkes arrive tomorrow for a visit at the W Simons home on South Vermont.

Lawrence Baxter L. McClain Iola Kansas Tth Louisiana Annie Murtaugh H. C. Wainville Florence Wilkes W. C. Simons South Vermont

Bridge concrete approach contract modification approved

County Commissioners prepared a modified contract for the bridge approach paving project. The change provides for concrete materials under new specifications and aims to start work within a few days, with costs slightly under the previous bid and satisfactory terms for all parties.

OL OL Chak Andrews Wesel Cote

Army Bill Reorganization Reached by House Senate Conference

The army reorganization measure reached by both chambers would sustain a permanent force of 280,000 and a total of 1,080,000 nationwide. Philippine Senate amendments, objections from the American Federation of Labor, and proposed selective service changes are noted as factors in the process.

House Senate American Federation of Labor

Escape From Lansing Leavenworth Prison Break

Twenty five guards from the Kansas state prison near Lansing swept the area southwest of the penitentiary to pursue Low Meyers Crarge and Moore three criminals linked to a dramatic escape during a power cut that plunged the prison into darkness. Authorities believe the men remain at large as investigators press on with the search.

Leavenworth Kans Weud Use Telay Low Meyers Crarge Nur Gomel Moore

Naval Budget Conference Reaches Agreement on Spending

Lingbon May 87 New Year budget figures show 436 million dollar navy allocation under a complete agreement on the naval appropriation bill reached today by conferees. TheFruse hill carrion million and the cen ate about 467 million. The conferees approve 28 000 000 for navy aviation amid a compromise between the Senate and House. A vote near the Senate roughs out 5,000. Research Students Organize at University with 35 members electing T J Delicon as president and W Hoffman as vice president. Meetings are held every Friday. Indict Strike Leaders in New Jersey federal grand jury case charged under Lever Act for conspiring to impede interstate commerce.

Lingbon Navy Senate T. J. Deliicon Willian Hoffman Robert [Enberger

Miners vote to arbitrate antiricit wage dispute

President Wilson proposed appointing a committee to arbitrate the antiricite wage dispute and the tri district convention of hard coal miners today accepted by an overwhelming vote in Wilkes Barre. Alice Stratton of Atchison, recent American Legion prize winner for most popular young woman, is sister of Mrs J A McNeill of Lawrence.

Wilkesbarre Wilson Har Caal Alice Stratton Atchison American Legion Prize Atenison J. A. McNeill Lof Lawrencé

Good Fishing Report From Ashland Wisconsin May 27

Report by professional fishermen on Lake Superior notes fishing considerably better than average. Mentions 138 Agency for insurance.

Ashland Wis Lake Superior

President vetoes peace resolution amid war aims omissions

The President rejected a peace resolution, arguing the treaty omits key war aims and condemns content that would constrain the United States. He said a true peace must vindicate the central interests that led the nation into war and protect citizens' rights and civilization.

Washinton Germina Olain Denar United States Versecaiums Tiber

Bolsheviks, Armenians, and border tensions raise questions

In official circles here the Armenians are portrayed as negotiating with the Bolsheviks while facing Turkish nationalist pressure from one side and Bolshevik influence from the other. Information from French authorities suggests a widening Armenian bid amid uncertain diplomacy at Moscow.

Mayinns Lusimin Bolsheviki Moscow Forc Vas

Armentrovt Named Principal At St Joseph High

The article notes Armentrovut, formerly with Lawrence, has been elected principal of the St Joseph High School. Details on her background, school duties, and next steps are unclear due to OCR issues, but the appointment is presented as imminent.

Miemtrout Better High School of St. Pecephato Eccorete Armentyrout Prefussor

Morton Left Eleven Million In Will Of Former VP Morton

The will of Leet P. Morton former vice president of the United States is probated in federal district court here. Morton died recently at his home in Pawkeeps, N.Y. at the age of 66.

Morton Washington Leet United States

Property sales record shows multiple disposals yesterday

A local property sale report notes that several parcels changed hands yesterday including farms and business properties. The closing activity indicates continued asset liquidation with transfers to new owners and related real estate dealings in the region.

Dairymen Meeting Postponed Until Saturday Night

Dairymen's meeting postponed due to rain. The session will convene at 6:60 o'clock Saturday night in the Chamber of Commerce rooms.

Interchurch Work Des Moines Meeting Adopts Special Committee

A Des Moines interchurch work session led by the mayor superintendent of the pest movement adopts a plan by a special committee. Herbert TL. Mills of Christvo is visiting here along with Mrs. IL Jordan. For chiropractic care, see Dr. Albright.

Des Moines Supernt M. E. Quiest Herbert TL. Mills of Chiestvo Hier, Mrs. IL &, Jordan

Hiawatha Faculty Prep for New Dean at Theatre Event

Hiawatha faculty plans a June matinee and evening performance of The Story of Maryath a at Reversock under the auspices of the Club of Lawcerner. The event aims to showcase poetry and American literature with notable cast, staging, and costumes, drawing strong youth interest.

Hiawatha AT Mryatha Dune Clib Lawcener Haskell Wrepee Miin Hibben

Linwood Concert by Lawrence Orchestra Leader Adrian Taliot

The Lawrence orchestra directed by Adrian Taliot performed in the Wrights of Wythings hall Linwood. Members included Vet Vin Vas Miss Irma Broskman Pa Stree ben Josephson Celiyton cornet Pe Pisen and others. the program featured clarinets, bassoon, and soprano Migsiella Beth O'Brien with reader J W O’Bryon.

Lawrence Orchestra Adrian Taliot Bevenings Vrs J. W. O'Bryon Migsiellabeth O'Brien J. Lascoften Tonnett Tinchicken

Crown Prince of Japan Eyes Europe and US Tour

The crown prince of Japan plans visits to European nations and likely the United States, aboard the Range with two escort cruisers as part of his travels. Reports from a Tokyo correspondent note potential stops across multiple countries and ongoing diplomatic signals.

Henolwu United States Takia Nippi Hater

Kansas picks duo for MVC tennis in Ames Iowa

Coach Relph Carter selects Ko UL and Wilson Riley from the University of Kansas tennis Iana to compete in the Missouri Valley Conference meet in Ames Iowa on May 28 and 29.

Ko UL Arthur Johnson Wilson Riley University of Kansas Iana Relph Carter Kansas Ames Iowa

Framed French Tax Debate Prompts 49 Year Payout Claim

The article cites former Reconstruction minister Louis Leccheur criticizing current tax policy. Opposition to a Gindese capital levy is noted, with Lagedelle urging a 0.5 percent levy to fund industry and revenue. It quotes figures of 290 billion and discusses potential long term revenue without heavy personal taxes.

Louis Leccheur Nelal ML Lagedelle Ele Ok France

Political dispute flares over candidacy claims in California

Fragmented OCR reveals a political dispute as a Californian candidate warns of potential upheaval if not selected the Republican presidential nominee. A Senator notes the friction within a family quarrel while tensions mount ahead of a forthcoming event in two weeks at Chicago.

Jebnén Dwinsem Suleetio Tome Chirsyea Eugrrel

Haskell Commencement Sermon Set. Class of 43 Features Native Leaders

Rev. Frank Herron will deliver the baccalaureate sermon June 13 at Haskell. Forty-three graduates include nine full-blood Native students and thirty with partial Indigenous heritage. notable graduates list spans tribes like Kiowa, Shawnee, Cherokee, Chippewa, Navajo, and Seminole with trades in painting, carpentry, harness making, and home economics.

Frank Herron Korea China Haskell Shaith

Brodie at Rotary Club Delights Members With Scotch Flair

John Brodie, famed as the Harry Lauder of the AEL, entertained Rotary Club members with Scotch songs and humor. A student at Lawrence, he credits Prof. Bownines as his first voice teacher and recalls a Chautauqua career before WWI. He served two years in France, ending as a top sergeant, and plans to return to entertaining audiences.

John Brodie Harry Lauder The Rotary Club Lisits Brodie University Lawrence — Beaf B. Bownines Amerinea Ainer France Audienc Suate

Robbed Fair Store at Night in Silk Thefts

The Fair store was robbed last night with silk valued between 50 and 600 dollars taken. The thief unlocked the front door and exited without breaking windows or doors. The silk lay on the counters and a large stock appeared undisturbed as officers investigated. A 153 Agency note offers burglary loss protection and a Ford Agency sale advertises remaining tires at 25 percent off.

Barelaria Lonr

Amendment to Federal Tax Act in Senate Proposal

The Treasury would make a final settlement under a bill sent to the Senate. The measure aims to adjust tax law and fiscal policy. The automobile industry in America now consumes more steel than the railroads. Welch and Welch chiropractors are noted.

Washington Treasury Senate America

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