13 Nov 1919
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Nov 13, 1919
Page
1
Reported coal mine unrest spans Illinois Kansas Ohio and West Virginia as unions resist work orders and call for protests. Officials note radical activity and delays while talks with Secretary Wilson aimed at a wage settlement proceed.
Sheriff's report details a Ford stolen from the barn behind Mr. Hilkey's 1219 Kentucky area last night after 10. The car was recovered at Olathe by Deputy Crowder early this morning. An additional Ford was found abandoned near a church grange with starter and wiring removed.
A University of Keneses proposal offers a five hundred dollar prize to fraternities for public statements on campus ethics and loyalty. Professor MekKeever criticizes hazy pledges and urges a clear standard before the plan is broadened to other schools and possibly the University of Pittsburgh.
Funeral services were held for 111 American soldiers who died in Northern Russia. The bodies landed on Hoboken Long Pier aboard the Daraga and were honored with full military rites. Officials from Washington and foreign governments attended as flags and crepe decorated the pier.
Thieves failed to steal a Ford from a garage at 836 Missouri Street during the Anson Storm parade. Police reported the car remained in place after attempts to remove it with tools. the intruders fled, leaving evidence of their efforts.
A special committee appointed by Bourbon County to study the dairy industry will visit Fort Scott with bankers, dairymen, and Lawrence business leaders. Douglas County will back the trip to inspect Bourbon County's dairy center and report findings to the Chamber of Commerce for future development.
Stockholm harbor project advances as part of the modern harbor system. When completed it will feature large piers capable of unloading ships with twenty seven feet draught and allow rapid dispatch of two steamers simultaneously. The port aims to boost Baltic trade distribution.
A British trend report notes the growing adoption of fireless cookery among housewives for winter fuel saving. The idea centers on conduction through a central heat neck from “Made in Finland” style devices, both commercial and homemade, as a safer efficient method.
A new Royalist Party has been formed in London led by Captain Wheetler Crowe. It advocates monarchy over republicanism and Bolshevism, calls for restoration of the constitution and civil liberties, and seeks closer ties to the crown while planning House of Lords strengthening.
German bombardment exposes ancient vaults in Rheims Cathedral ruins. The current building dates to the thirteenth century, likely atop the original Frankish basilica that housed the tomb of St. Remi, who died in the sixth century.
Centralia Washington November 18 The man lynched Tuesday night has been identified as Ernest Everetts by the landlady of the rooming house where he stayed for months He was working as an I W W organizer The crowd earlier called him Brick Smith and later revealed his name but not during extraction from jail
Reineke wished burial as a soldier with comrades at Whipple Barracks Prescott Arizona. Lawrence figures asked to serve included Captain Tey Thieutenant McCarty and Sergeant Harry L Nevin. Funeral from Mrs Geo Reineke’s Shawnee home with afternoon services.
A government report to Congress shows wartime operation of telephone and telegraph networks cost 14 418 237 dollars. The figure reflects federal measures to prevent divergences and guarantee stable service amid wartime constraints.
The University Senate plans an adjourned Friday afternoon meeting led by Professor FH Hodder to discuss forming a general policy committee. The group would set university direction and review statutory matters affecting campus governance and preservation policies. Members from the Seal of Medhdiotte are expected in Lawrence for the session.
Dr. Robert Bell of the International Cancer Research Society warns the world may lose at least 25 million people to cancer if unchecked and urges nonoperative treatment. A one day YMCA drive runs from noon today to Thursday noon with about twenty men participating.
An express car four miles east of Lawrence caught fire and burned at the Lawrence Union Pacific station after being sidetracked from passenger train No. 23. Flames roared through the roof, sparks flew, and only part of the goods were saved. Loss estimated at least 12,000 with contents mainly automobile accessories and ladies hats bound for Wichita. Firefighters arrived, and uninjured items were sent on to Wichita while damaged goods were held. An insurance slogan accompanied the ad at the end.
Sheriff Woodward orders seizure of a car alleged to have hauled whisky. Panzer fights a replevin action in district court seeking return of the vehicle valued at about 1600 dollars with a 3800 dollar bond. The case hinges on whether the sheriff is properly served and the car declared for sale if a nuisance. Attorneys Riling and Tiling represent Panzer.
The Wonderland Park Association plans to distribute thirty to forty cards of firewood from Locust trees cleared for an artificial lake. They will cut and stockpile wood for citizens who apply, to support skating and park aesthetics while awaiting city action.
A German wireless dispatch reports the death of Jean Louis Nicole distinguished composer at Leipzig. Born near Posen he built his reputation at the piano and as conductor of major ensembles including the Philharmonic Concert and Neustadt Mate Chorus in Dresden. Noted work includes Das Meer.
Canon Green of St Prifting Salford opposes Lincoln bishopric residence in bishops houses and salaries. He argues bishops should live modestly and wage a life battle over bishop estates and incomes.
Co an E C Little of the Second district announces his candidacy for at large delegate to the Republican National Convention. He cites his tenure as congressman and wide experience as assets. Little notes he was a delegate to the 1892 convention as one of the youngest Kansas delegates.
Reports to the State Department show global living costs rising sharply. Sweden records a 157 percent increase since June 1914, England 115 to 120 percent above prewar levels, and Portugal uses gold reserves to ease prices. South American nations consider a conference on easing tariffs and exchanges to curb essential commodity costs. Brazil revises tariffs, Uruguay notes substantial increases across fuel, light, and rent.
Paris reports the Supreme Council discussed a note to Romania deemed evasive over Hungary evacuation. The Allied reply is expected firm and will be sent to Bucharest within two days. A note to Germany urged disregarding Silesia election reflections and warned aviation material sales violate the armistice.
Judge J C Ruppenthal with twelve years on Russell County district court and a year as a major in the Department at Washington joins the law school faculty pending approval of the Administra tion. He graduated from University Law School in 1895 and has practiced law in Ris she.
Lawrence Mayor George L. Kreeck announced a two week coal supply to city customers under restrictions limiting deliveries to half a ton per person. The Santa Fe railroad moved six cars of coal to Lawrence while mines and government orders affect production and distribution during the strike.
The Red Cross drive ending Armistice Day shows an estimated total of about 7 000 dollars. Campaign director C Stevenson reports most of the 6100 dollars is accounted for, with several districts not yet sending returns. University and local donations appear in listed items and district quotas, including 100 percent members.
B J Dalton longtime KU faculty member suffered a first stroke in Persons Kansas weeks ago and seemed to recover before a second stroke in Chicago halted travel home. He is thought to be with family and work colleagues at the Lawn Paper Mfg Co. in Lawrence.
Reported tensions rise as Oklahoma officers move to seize river oil property amid a ship dispute between states. A list claims 107 Reds in St. Louis and other areas, with named individuals linked to a socialist branch. No injuries are confirmed.
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