20 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 20, 1919
Page
1
Trotsky dispatches aid to a city under threat as Allied generals’ troops cut all railway lines into Petrograd, isolating the metropolis and signaling a major escalation in the crisis.
Reports say Kronstadt capitulated on Friday and Petrograd nears fall as Bolshevik forces advance from the south. Allied ships hold a watchful distance while reinforcements are a full day away, with street fighting and strategic shifts evident around the Neva riverfront.
In a puzzling incident, a main cleaning machine suddenly fails to perform its function, triggering a review at the water offices. Officials cite unexpected malfunctions and are examining the equipment for rebounds, with investigations ongoing.
City water department officials and Supt. J. A. Quigley confront a stubborn thirteen inch main on Indiana Street. A cleaning machine failed to move the blockage, delaying restoration plans while crews await a diagnostic from the plant. Traffic may be disrupted third to streets Indiana during the investigation and repair effort.
Major road construction ramps up with progress notes across Willaret Hill Mul Creol Bridge and surrounding sections. Contractors like Malley Kelly Cook O'Brien and others move equipment. grading, cutting and rock removal proceed on several sections as the project advances. President Had Good Night Oct 20 noted in dispatches.
Douglas county school board at the courthouse Saturday approved the circuit plan for dental inspections in rural schools. O J Lane will organize the circuits routing trips to county schools, following approval by the State Board of Health and State Dental Society.
The mayor restarts a drive urging private charities to begin at home. Officials emphasize community needs and local giving to support underserved residents.
Mayor Krevek orders patrols and legal action to curb solicitors collecting for Lawrence charities. Officials say unauthorized fundraisers misdirect donations to outside groups, while the Social Service League questions waste and lack of oversight.
Dean Walker will address the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Monday at the luncheon. Walker’s remarks will cover the ammonium survey and current factory plans as Lawrence business leaders gather for the event tomorrow.
Chancellor Strong is elected law professor and will take his seat as professor of constitutional law at the University. The appointment becomes effective in September, with administrative duties and a blend of teaching and practice to follow. The board indicated strong approval and noted expected contributions to the faculty and academic program.
A fragmentary report notes Lawrence teachers and local educators involved in statewide arrangements. It references school boards planning vacations, union affiliations, and attendance targets amid police and public safety mentions. The text is garbled but centers on teacher participation and state educational events.
The campaign to support Memorial Hospital started today with Canvass efforts by Ras Comastere beginning at the community house. Volunteers mobilized early to collect funds and raise awareness for the memorial drive.
A broad campaign seeks voluntary local gifts to fund a Roosevelt memorial in memory of the late president. Leaders ask residents across counties to contribute through banks and stores, with events and school activities planned to support the national Americanization effort and October 27 anniversary programs.
A garbled note indicates Taber Leader is set to address a gathering possibly along the Pacific coast. Mentions Cony oy ways beer and a Robin Hood era reference with unclear dates or locations.
An incomplete weather note references a 7 p.m. temperature yesterday and temperatures for today, but the data are garbled and unreadable. No specific values, locations, or times are discernible to provide a precise forecast or record.
Professor McKeever announces a 500 dollar prize to the university fraternity that, over the next two semesters, produces the best 10 line composition in line with university scope. Three or more fraternities must enter a campaign to win the award, judged by a state board of administration.
Ella EB hire sues William Henry Wil for divorce filed Saturday in Nipthet court. She states she has lived in Kansas for over forty years and that they married at Beloit in 1888. She alleges abandonment June 6 and that he signed over his interest in a loan noted property to discharge debts before leaving.
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