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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

May 29, 1920

Page

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Allen to Present Wood at Chicago Nomination Talk

Telegram from General Wood asks Kansas Governor Henry J. Allen to address the Republican National Convention in Chicago. The move aims to name General Leonard Wood as the party’s candidate, with Allen’s consent and private discussions referenced by Governor Allen and Colonel Wm. Pevetor.

Allen Wood Chicago Kansas New York Mayon Henry J. Allen Kar Majer Eral Leonard United States Atuania Wmn Pevetor Chmelottevaile

Carranza death report disputed by capital sources

Ambiguity surrounds Carranza's demise as reports from Washington and the Mexican capital differ. A surgeon’s statement cites self-inflicted wound as the likely cause, while other officials including former Treasury head and seven others sign a note urging a formal investigation within fifteen days into the Carranza death and the roles of Gonzales and Vegiere as key figures.

Carranza Ite Treminy Bilanca Con Gonzales Menutu Lupo Investipube Peyer

Allen Gains Backing In New York Debate

The Journal-Works received a dispatch from Mater Gee via J. Krevek detailing Governor Haney Allen's appearance in New York. The audience initially doubted him but he won them with strong Kansas law points and direct questioning. New York papers largely concede his victory and call the meeting wonderful.

Journal-Works Mater Gee J. Krevek Haney J. Allen New York Allen-Gorpers Kansas Alyn

Local Visitor Social Round at Coun try Club

Nic Bondi of Clicago, staying with the Hoinvilles, is guests of W. C. Simons family. Bondi, a navy veteran who met Marcel Cohn at Great Lakes, enjoys dinner with J. H. Cohns. A scheduled Kansas vs Missouri game was rained out yesterday and not played.

Nic Bondi Clicago C. H. Hoinville W. C. Simons Bondi Navy Marcel Cohn Great Lakes J. H. Cohn

Weather Report Telegram Readout

Regional forecast notes temperatures with yesterday and today figures. Yesterday’s high 74 and low 54, today’s high 66, low 54, with today at 2 pm and a Virginia inset indicating imprecise today maximum and minimum values.

Orders A Hunt For Kansas Profiteers

A United States Circuit Court in New York upheld the Lever Act amid debate over profiteering by Kansas-based firms. The decision clarifies penalties for price gouging and profit taking in wartime goods, with officials emphasizing enforcement against suspected profiteers.

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Bolshevik Attack Grows Amid Turmoil and Clashes

Fragmentary report describes bolshevik reinforcements and rising violence across fronts. Warnings issued at home spark confusion as forces move north and east, with scattered clashes and unrest deepening the crisis.

Hearing seating of Wile me elorenel with a nature case

A Leavenworth district court case outlines charges and a probable appearance in county court. The hearing concerns a slurtery charge and possible revocation of a paralegal arrangement under Leavenworth authorities.

Elorenel Leavenworth Leavenwor

Lectures by Prof Cady planned in Vermilion SD

South Dakota university professor B P Cady will give two talks next week before the American Chemical Society in Vermilion South Dakota. Mr and Mrs Ben Elder of Reno County are visiting their daughter Gladys Larson at 825 Ohio Street. Elder, a western Kansas pioneer, moved to Jugeman County in 1878 near W C Simons' child home. He called at the Journal-World today and shared old time experiences. After Lawrence, the Elders will attend Ness City Old Settler's Reunion on June 2 and 3.

South Dakota B. P. Cady South Dakota Steel American Chemical Society Vermilion Ben Eber Reno County Gladys Larson Ohio Street Elder Kansas Jugeman County W.C. Simons Journal-World Office Lawrence Ness City

Scouts Attend Picture at Bowersock Theatre

Five hundred boy scouts view the Boy Scout picture at the Bowersock Theatre this forenoon. Welch and Welsh, Chiropractors.

Boy Scouts Boy Scout Bowersock Theatre Welch & Welsh, Chiropractors

Plans for Fourth of July Celebration Committees

A distorted notice outlines appointed committees for Lawrence town Fourth of July festivities. Names listed include Bevan Porth as chair, with roles in entertainment, finance, and logistics. The document promises a host of speakers, choirs, and events, detailing arrangements and committee responsibilities.

D'Annunzio Forces Advance in Fiume Region

Foreign office dispatch from Belgrade reports D'Annunzio aligned troops under Gabrielle D'Annunzio Nunzio advancing from Fiume toward Cavalenna and threatening Sursuk, with Jugo-Slavs preparing military steps to resist the advance as of this morning.

Sh Pariz Ammonto

Gopher Drive to Fight Alfalfa Pests Plans Formed

County farm agent R. O. Smith secures more poisoned oats for gopher extermination as alfalfa growth delays locating gopher damage. Douglas plans a concerted fall drive after the last alfalfa cutting. Mr and Mrs George Benson travel from Leavenworth to visit relatives Mrs G W Smith and Mr Smith for the weekend.

Oxieg R. O. Smith Douglas

Crisis confronting American schools and home control decline

A study notes rising demands on schools and eroding home control as key elements of a national crisis. It cites overcrowded classes, aging facilities, and rising student numbers, with calls for community solutions and reforms in education, labor, and social policy.

Diplomas Awarded to 1130 High School Seniors

A school ceremony awarded diplomas to 1130 seniors amid crowded bleachers and program chaos. Speakers urged vocational courses, Americanism, and expanded facilities as room shortages hinder future work. Names of graduates listed include Anderson, Armstrong, Arnald, Cox, De Woody, Dick, Dunkel, Low Durland, Eberhart, Gaskill, Hunsinger, Hyre, Johnson, Kell, Nepler, Klock, Lowman, Lehmann, Lupton, Mayers, McGrew, Moody, Morrison, Neal, and others.

Ates Ince Christias Anderson Mia Vret Juliette Armstrong Eimience Arnald Grace Mildred Gall Banning Robert Dorothy Laosithine Bututh Carter Thomdere Carter Aliee Amanid Clark Henry‘ Garland Coffman Florence Marguerite Cox Mary Pauline de Woody Ethel L. Dick Mariana Goodran Dunkel Darvethy Low Durland Hazel Elizabeth Eberhart Leona Carolyn Ebiin Herning Endacott Eleta T Allis Marie Garvin Leah Mildred Gaskill Carolin Gast Mildred Blanche Geocay Hudson Gilots Gould Dorothy Illiann Feeatin Mais Wen Carl Hareis Otto J. F . Donalds Dorothy Hestertte Louise Hit Jeyse Wil Leff George Philips Lidli Oy Ellen Jeannetts Hughes Carrigmar Hunsinger Marvin Charles Hyre Cleta Gael

Fifty Year Celebration At Wilbraham Academy

The department of chemistry at the University marks its fiftieth anniversary near commencement at Wilbraham Academy Massachusetts. Dr Baileys graduation from the academy in 1879 is noted. Three boys from that class completed college, about one third survive. Mrs Bailey will join Dr Bailey on the trip, then the commencement address June 14 followed by a possible summer home visit at Northport Michigan.

Wilbraham Academy Ham Mass T Tree

Class of 185 Moves Up to High School

The junior high promotion ceremony at the Presbyterian church highlighted the Class of 185 advancing to high school. Captain Burdick inspired pupils with the motto Do a good deed. he contrasted storms at sea with sturdy anchors of Resolutions and Deeds in guiding youth.

Aia Tercick Tfe Graud Sydel Burslick Dawence Capwin Burdlisk Burdick Manilla Kent Renp Junier “High A. Bleck A. Bleck. Uy 'Arnis Veazie Jenier Engledinger Buys Harold Motamas Supt A. Kent Lacome Caroline Sunshine Schmidt Girt

Start Monday to Decide Contests at Republican National Convention

The Republican National Committee plans to begin considering contests next Monday morning, with four days needed to finish. Four major rulings will govern the other cases, involving contests in the Tenth Minnesota and Missouri districts, plus likely fights in Georgia and Mississippi. Clarence B. Miller said the committee would review the issues and rules in these proceedings.

Clarence EB. Miller Republican National Argu

Kansas Towns Lose Population in Census Week Report

Washington reports show a decline in population across several Kansas towns during the latest census week. Early data indicate a 12 to 20 percent drop in several municipalities, signaling significant shifts in local demographics.

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To Open Bids Tuesday for Douglas County Improvement Bond

The Douglas County board of commissioners will hold a special meeting to open bids on the proposed improvement bond issue next Tuesday at 11 oclock.

Douglas County Welock Douglas County Board of Commissioners

Merchants Bureau Meeting at Chamber of Commerce Rooms

A Merchants Bureau meeting of the Merchants' Bay department of the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce was held in the Chamber of Commerce rooms. The note references 132 Agency for insurance.

Merchants Bureau Merchants’ Bay Department of the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Chamber of Commerce

Robbers Identified in Kansas City Fair Store Heist

Scott Bailey of the Fair Clothing Store in Lawrence identified three men Odell of Louisville Lewis of Kansas and Glenn Still of Kansas as the suspects seen near the store on Wednesday night They allegedly used an Oakland light six to flee the scene and were linked to a theft of 400 to 600 dollars worth of silks The police expect a confession from Odell and hope to recover all stolen goods if true custody details and identities are confirmed by Kansas City authorities

Odell Louisville Lewis Kansas Glenn Still Kans Scott Bailey Fair Clothing Lawrence Oakland Light Scott Fair Supreme Cafe Kansas City Lestt St Joseph

Round Shoulders Among Lawrence School Children

Miss Marie Dean announced results of a postural screening of 594 grade children from Lawrence schools. One hundred forty three were round shouldered, 120 with protruding abdomens, 11 wines and seaplan, 67 right shoulder low, 45 forward head, 42 round back, 31 hollow back, 16 left shoulder low. Two hundred forty eight had good postures. Average best expansion measured 3.17 inches.

Lawrence Marie Dean

New Hupmobile Burned Near Baldwin

A new Hupmobile bought three weeks ago by J. L. Hawke of Lawrence burned west of the big hill at Baldwin. Fire began in a wheel area and is thought caused by tight brakes. Insurance agency received notice today. A Topeka Chamber committee inspected Lawrence water plant arrival delayed from May 26. See Dr. Albright for chiropractic care.

J. L. Hawke Lawrence Big Hill Baldwin Topeka Chamber of Commerce

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