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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 09, 1920
Page
2
Weather influenced county fairs across the region with eight days suitable for events. The report notes varied fair days and suggests good conditions for the period. Local notices reference distribution and presses with standard publishing practices.
Fire Prevention Day emphasizes nationwide awareness of fire causes tied to carelessness. Fire chiefs and insurers agree most fires stem from careless behavior, warning that capital destruction is a national risk even with insurance. A discussion by Chief Reinigh highlights fire causes and the need for better protection. A golf etiquette question arises as army officers visit Lawrence Country Club, testing dress and conduct standards.
Report from Washington notes the just completed census alters the apportionment of seats in the U S House of Representatives. States with changing populations may gain or lose seats to keep total membership fixed.
The piece notes census flaws affecting citizen votes and critiques government handling of counts. It surveys global tensions amid ongoing wars, Mohammedan opposition to European powers, and a proposed solo conflict by fifty states. It cites Wilsons refusal to release stenographic peace talks and hints at strategic cable intercepts about Yap.
Radical figure Jazzinski, accused of urging foreign born residents toward armed revolt, is in federal custody in Chicago. Government may move to suppress the alleged jazz agitation.
Observances across North America mark Fire Prevention Day while Saint Denis festival is noted. Saint-Saens turns 85 as Canadian tuberculosis group meets in Ottawa. Texas State Fair opens in Dallas inviting Mexican industry participation. Campaigns by Cox and Harding outline the day with stops in Indiana and Oklahoma City. New Brunswick votes test Liberal government with a possible Conservative shift. Washington hosts delegates for the Second World Congress of Christian Men by the Works Brotherhood Federation.
A list of historic dates marks Alaska’s 1867 formal possession, Italian unification progress in 1870, Grand Central Depot opening in 1871, a 1893 Chicago World’s Fair crowd, Roosevelt’s 1905 college athletics talks, Adelaide Ristori’s Rome death in 1906, and 1912 Bulgarian actions in Macedonia. It notes births of literary figure Hesbs Stretton and novelist Sarca Smith and Ferdinand’s invasion reference.
Celebrations mark the birth of the renowned French composer Camille Saint-Saens, famed for orchestral works in Paris. A note recalls his legacy and influence on classical music, noting his enduring impact across generations.
Born at Huntington D five years ago today is Wesley L. Jones, candidate for re election as United States senator from Washington born near Bethany NL seven years ago today. Charles Trouty, director of vacation of the Interstate Commerce Commission, born at Newport Vi. OT versus Agta today.
A dated fragment from the Lawrence Daily Journal in October 1895 recounts a convivial gathering mentioning Mr. Gears and OL Foster as cordial secretary of the Wheatian Aurel association. references a meeting in Topeka and a reported pleasant time with a square meal.
From the Journal of Getobe North the city shows brisk business and new houses rising daily. A rebuilt brewery replaces the old one, larger and better. McClellan received crates of cranberries and apples. Lawrence prides its public schools and the State University. The year 1870 is noted for record heat, clouded September, low Kaw River water, and five church edifices costing about 100 000 dollars. two are nearly complete, with more planned soon.
Representatives of a Midwest farm organization announced a demand for monthly statistics on visible domestic and world supply of livestock from nations. The move aims to curb price manipulation and was urged by the American Farm Wavean association as part of a broader call for nationwide coordination. Pratt Kansas plans a new temple costing at least stor e, with finance and plans committees appointed to advance the project.
Auction notice for Cole s Hat Blast heating item with Green Brot tle. A $45 Fenda bill will be received at tea 2 p.m. Saturday. Bids go to the highest bidder. Interested buyers see Gustafson for viewing glasses.
Judge Samuel A. Riggs a prominent Kansas legal figure and former district attorney, state senator, and law school teacher, died in Ann Arbor Michigan. Born in 1835 in Ohio his career spanned Lawrence to Topeka with service in multiple counties and a noted stance in political parties. He taught at the University of Kansas law school and helped secure legislative appropriations. He married Kate Eze in 1861 and survived by son Harry Riggs at the University of Michigan.
County FA Agent R O Smith arranged for Dr T A Case from State Agricultural College Manhattan to spend the week of October 23 in Vaughan county. Meetings will cover the disease and localities with recent outbreaks. tentative talks are set for Big Springs and Twin Mountain neighborhoods.
The article lists Christian Science, Evangelical, Baptist, Methodist, Presbyterian, Lutheran, and other church services from various local congregations. It notes morning worship, prayer meetings, and family services at churches including First Methodist, Trinity Church, Church of the Brethren, and Second Presbyterian, with scattered references to pastors and service times.
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