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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1919
Page
1
About 400000 miners nationwide walked off the job in a coordinated strike as union leaders claimed the membership had quit work at the appointed time setting. The move disrupted coal production and drew attention to labor demands across mining regions.
The government bureau reports production in the week before the strike topped all prior records in non union coal fields. Claims by operators and unions show thousands out, with totals varying by state as officials scramble to respond to injunction failures and to keep essential operations running.
Weather predictions for the week beginning Monday indicate occasional rain in the Upper and Lower Mississippi valleys with generally fair conditions otherwise. Temperatures are expected to run near normal across the region, with Kansas forecast for fair conditions tonight into Sunday and rising temperatures.
President W O G Lee of the Brotherhood of Railroad Trainmen says the organization supports coal miners in seeking a living wage and better conditions. He notes government actions may worsen industrial conditions, and pledges railroad brotherhood aid in any honorable and consistent way.
Washington reports regional committees will enforce coal diversion orders issued by the fuel administrator. Eight cities will host committees under a Washington contrA committee to allocate coal favors consumers with urgent needs. Detroit notes coal seizures in transit as precaution amid rail worker tensions.
The Iades of the Williamstown Baptist Church hosted a luncheon in the Chamber of Commerce rooms serving about 270 people and turning away nearly 100. A second luncheon is planned for next Saturday.
County treasurer reports 1462.81 in taxes collected yesterday, boosting October total to 87200. About half of taxes may be paid by December 2 with a five percent delinquent penalty still in effect. Higher levies, especially school tax, push overall values higher than previous years and bills remain brisk as residents rush to pay early.
New York November 1 Presbyterians and all Christians in the United States are urged to unite in prayer to “solve the nation wide problem of social unrest.” The proclamation from the general assemblies committee on the new movement will be read from every Presbyterian pulpit tomorrow. The plan emphasizes intercession for the United States government and the American people as a response to the failure of recent national industrial in ference in Washington.
Washington reports William C. Redfield retired as secretary of commerce after six and a half years in President Wilson's cabinet. Assistant secretary Edwin F. Sweet will assume the position.
Lawrence Valley leads state in Scottish Rite growth as 1261 new members joined in two years. Speakers recount wartime service and honor Belgian Croix de Guerre holder Sidney Foulster, with the Lawrence Consistory noting assets of 1.2 million and 140 thousand in government bonds.
Lawrence records show fewer diphtheria suspects and confirmed cases than any city of its size in the state. Mayor Krovek praises public health efforts and city physicians. Health workers visited Haskell Institute following a campus inquiry. two hundred dormitories were inspected, uncovering one suspect.
W T Clark lifelong Jefferson county resident died in Albuquerque October and was buried yesterday at Oskaloosa. The funeral attracted a large crowd with Johnson of Lawrence serving as a pallbearer.
Kansas City officials investigated a Ford car linked to J E Miller after Joe Anderson claimed theft. A fire at 917 Delaware Ave caused $275 damage to the house and $75,000 in furniture, with about $200 more to the home. Insurance offered by 188 Agency noted.
In a mile offshore during a 60 mile gale the steamer City of Muskegon sank after the ship ran its plier under a heavy sea. Only tops of places and the walking beam showed above water as rescue crews attempted to reach survivors. A loss of about twenty lives is reported with rough seas continuing to hamper search efforts.
City leader calls for conserving corrosion resistant parts across cor facilities and factories to protect infrastructure and promote efficiency. The appeal stresses the urgency of preserving critical components amid aging plants.
City officials plan a survey to gauge coal needs and extend supply as long as possible. Mayor urges conservation, schools to avoid waste, and janitors and principals to implement rules to reduce usage while awaiting a broader allocation.
The Senate agriculture committee today considered a proposed McNary sugar measure. It outlines a provisional concept to support United States sugar prices and a plan to buy sugar commodities next year.
A community gathering at Rushville focused on church events and local leadership. Attendees discussed election matters and the role of church groups in civic life, with emphasis on organizing and coordinating efforts among chapters and officers.
Lawrence crowd anticipates the 17th annual contest as Kansas State prepares to host the Aggies at McCook Field. Coaches predict a tight game with both teams aiming for a victory to boost season prospects. Colonel J D Bell, former G A R head, dies at 84 in Brooklyn.
Douglas county chapter prepares to launch a three roll call Red Cross drive Monday morning in Lawrence Baldwin Eudora Lecompton and rural districts. Campaign leaders say the effort will quickly surpass the county quota with university and American Legion support and doors to door canvassing planned.
County teachers plan a Topeka meeting next Thursday and Friday. County Superintendent C J Tene asks all schools to close so teachers may attend. About twenty five teachers have enrolled and more are expected.
The torv of the Passion Play will be given by Dr S Klyne at the 1st Methodist Church Sunday evening at 7 oclock He previously saw the Play in 1910 and will deliver a realistic performance The article notes questions about another staging and potential new characters may be added.
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