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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 01, 1920
Page
4
The Lawrence Journal World front outlines election coverage and political commentary referencing Republicans, Butler, Ward, and Harding era figures. It notes republication rights, contact details, and mentions national trade policy and Soviet relations within a broad civic news frame.
Fragmented OCR reads like a feverish account of a great political contest. It notes the public’s engagement and the idea that in any vote somebody must lose, while hinting at broader national implications and the ritual of public information.
The piece discusses the reporter’s function as observer and interpreter, noting local bias and responsibility in Lawrence coverage. It reflects on how election news is presented with hopeful anticipation but without guarantees, delivered hot off the wire for readers to judge.
The article outlines ongoing events from a Western Boy Show in Spokane to national political activity. It notes Governor Cox and the Democratic presidential nominee preparing closing campaign stops, while Republicans plan front porch speeches. Also mentioned are tax reforms in Canada, new air service in the Americas, and marshalling marine transport for passengers.
A fragmented list notes anniversaries and historical milestones including Frances N Whitchel born 1811 at Whitestone, mentions the Caledonian Canal opening, a Papal invasion action, the Palmer House in Chicago opening, a U S minister to France dying in the Civil War period, and Emperor Alexander I’s death.
A scrambled notice lists several celebrants born on this date including renowned opera singer Madame Albani, director Robinson of a city museum, professor Sherman Wood of Wells College, and a Progressive actor born in Bloomington. The garbled text confirms their birth anniversaries are noted in today’s column.
Fragmented OCR article recalls a bomb blast near a foreign institution, noting casualties and a major effort to dedicate the coming year to Christ education for women. Mentions plan to train women as assistants for Lutheran churches in college towns and cites Pauline O Field as a leader in New York City legal circles. Partial names and addresses appear.
Fred J. Hutt and Naomi Surprise are named in a shooting in front of a home on Elm Street Sunday night. Police say Surprise, a widow about 25 years old, was shot and died instantly after a struggle over a revolver. Holt fled the scene leaving Surprise fatally wounded. The case remains under investigation with authorities pursuing leads.
Nov 1 reports a looming milk shortage as newspapers warn the situation could worsen this week. Police plan to step up patrols for safety, and vendors may face action for price gouging or illegal sales practices amid rising prices and restrictions at restaurants.
A fragmentary report notes the American Red Cross Vienna unit aiding middle class and civil servants with modest needs. It mentions clothing gifts, small monthly teacher payments, and therapy for refugees including ex-prisoners of war and evacuees in Austria as relief efforts continue.
Poindenter Owen of Washington rails against entangling alliances and urges unwavering US policy. He warns the Senate committee must support a strong Republican note to preserve equality, freedom, and President Wilson's policy. He endorses Republican candidates and the election of the Republican president and vice president.
Enthuasiastic forecasts of 1,000,000 American visitors did not materialize this year. Hotel keepers and association officers note some travelers stayed beyond 45 days while South American arrivals were highest, with the United States and other nations trailing. A strong franc market influenced transactions as tourists favored the county, amid amended city acts shaping travel patterns.
The Unitarian lay movement plans a tour through towns in the region featuring ministers and lay aides. The speakers aim to reach 65 million Americans unaffiliated with churches, outlining religious and educational aims, with addresses in Iowa City Ann Arbor and other centers.
A fragmented 19th century style account narrates romantic exploits at a camp led by a woman dubbed camp mother. It details Ooi Mans, Kegenian St John, and Mr Mann reuniting in Los Angeles while a marriage plans progress. The piece mentions war service, sweethearts, and a move toward marriage after a long separation.
Major Bailey of Kan ity and Lt. Tyler of the adjutant prenera presented to William ft. Méers, a distinguished service ton, at the battle fields of Pion poser Bauhaus on September. The presentation occurred at 1687 New Hampshire street with nearly all the Myers family present except Stanley and John Myers.
Pan German factions press for an economic alliance with England as prewar prestige-linked goals. Some radicals within the party see the European situation making such a union not only possible but probable, arguing shared interests could ease Germany’s postwar commercial position. Internal Irish matters and hostility toward America are noted as key factors shaping the stance.
Reported in the Wakatusa area the town plans to complete the Bismarck school building with walls up and the roof soon. Residents express support for the enterprise as workers prepare to finish the project.
Early today at about 4:15 a.m. residents of Lawrence felt a violent shaking that roused five children from sleep. The quake lasted about two minutes with several areas experiencing multiple shocks and rattling noises, leaving inhabitants surprised by the tremor.
Kansas superintendent Miss Loratine E K Wooster urged equal treatment for rural schools at a Kansas Teachers Association meeting. She cited one teacher per school, monthly salaries not exceeding 889, and a seven and a half month school year, arguing rural children deserve parity with urban students in per-pupil costs and supervision. The speech criticized overemphasis on high schools over elementary schools and highlighted varied per-pupil costs across districts.
The piece portrays Wilsonism as Cox’s campaign focus, alleging danger from foreign entanglements and the Wilson League of Nations. It contrasts Cox with Warren G Harding, praising the latter as a defender of the constitution and anti Wilsonism, marking Harding’s bid as a real American choice.
Governor Cox plans a Toledo stop today as his campaign nears end after Chiensa rally. Preparations at his newspaper office await election results with telegraph gear reminiscent of Cleveland era. He aims to vote early after polls close and spend election night at home.
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