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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Oct 21, 1919

Page

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Kronstadt Held By Bolsheviks Report Unexplained Flag Raise

Friday’s bulletin notes Kronstadt remains in Bolshevik hands while reporting an unexplained raising of a white flag by Soviet forces. The wording suggests confusion over whether the gesture was spontaneous surrender or a staged display amid ongoing hostilities.

London Kronstadt Uwolsheviki Daily Mail Terjioki Finland Ore Dolsheviki Mamuntoff Voronezh Mercay

Bolsheviks Retake Orel and Kiev Fell to Denikin Forces

Military actions across Russia unfold as Bolshevik troops recapture Orel and push from coastal areas near Petrograd. Denikin advances drive Reds from Kiev while Kronstadt remains Bolshevik held and Kolchak faces reverses in Siberia amid shifting fronts.

Kas Town Sees Big Property Valuation Increase

Oct 21 Kas valuations show a substantial rise driven by city property increases and farm value declines. State tax commission notes higher prices boost land and improvements while farm valuations fall due to crop and livestock price trends. Reverend Huffman, visiting kin, is editor of the Checotah Times and once edited the Gardner Gazette.

Tonka Karsts Kas aSor Tome R. R Reffman Herotah Oko N. 1. Huffman F. M. Testerm Taurence Huffman Checotah Times Oklahoma Kansas Gardner Gazette

Temperature Extremes and Times Recorded

A brief weather note lists temperature readings from yesterday and today with timestamps at 7 p.m yesterday 7 a.m today and 2 p.m. today along with a maximum value reported for yesterday.

Think or Be Damned Says Union Labor Leader

Former Berkley mayor J Stitt Wilson addressed University convocation urging focus on economic problem and redefining work for humanity. He warned of dangers in the era, stressed liberty gains, and described labor leadership as conservative.

Union Labor Mnan Berkley Cal Unive Wrk J. Stitt Wilson Universit Mou Rolstum Wilson California Leen Taber

Carter Held Guilty In Local Club Drink Case

Will Carter, one of two proprietors of the Flite elah on Vermont street, found guilty in police court of possessing intoxicating liquor while in a club. He was fined 100 dollars and sentenced to thirty days in jail, with time off for good behavior.

Will Carter Witlam Carter Twn Flite Elah BOS Vermont Street Naams Hamer Nore

Delivery to homes as order queue rises after stove fire

Workers rush to sort and deliver army rations from two trucks to customers as orders pour in. A stove fire at 801 New Temple Street caused smoke with a faulty connection, and the fire department responded. delivery will continue as sorting completes.

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Marriage Licenses Issued to Lawrence and Kansas City Pair

Probate Judge Lindley issued licenses to Lilburn M. Dawers and Terra S Homer of Lawrence, and George D Bremell of Kansas City Kansas, with Orvan Wildman of Kansas City Mo. J Stitt Wilson, former Berkeley mayor, spoke at the University today and will be guest of the University Club tonight for an informal talk.

Lindley Lilburn M. Dawers Terra S. Homer Lawrence George D. Bremell Kansas City Kansas Orvan Wildman Shadan J. Stitt Wilson Berkeley Gal University University Club

City Asked to Fund District Engineer Services

J R county attorney, representing Eve Drainage District, urged the city commission to supply the district board with its site engineer. A ditch near Maple Grove cemetery threatens property. board seeks cementing of bottom and parts of sides. City may share expenses. commissioners Aleland and Stevenson will inspect the situation before a final vote.

Maple Grove Drainage District Tse Concrete Eve J.r Enginneer Maple Grove W. W. Aleland J. C. Stevenson

Local vendors plead guilty to selling cigarettes to minors

Hess of the Hess Drug Store Edward Wilson of the Ed Wilson Fruit Stand and Chorley Vine of the Pine Lunch Room pleaded guilty before Judge C. C. Stewart yesterday morning to selling citarettes, fined 520.50 each, paid. Clarence Wilson, Swede Pool Hall proprietor at 111 Mass Street, charged with the same offense, released on bond, pleaded not guilty and trial set for Wednesday morning at 9 o'clock.

OR. Hess Hess Drug Store Mass Edward Wilson Clarence Wilson Thi Mass

Hold Farmers Evening at Parvers Nuc fete near Toreenevie

The annual Parvers Nuc fete will be erobeated at the Buller dome, miles northeast of Toreenevie, this evening. Governor Fr. Ailen is to be the crest of honor and deliver the tables of the evening, Ea-Governer Wo 8 Stubbs. Secretary losers UW, Member of the state I stork commission and Hon. George T. Donaldson will speak later. Preparations aim to make the event enjoyable with light fires for warmth. Cider, doughnuts, cigars, pumpkin pies, and hot coffee will be served. A large crowd is expected.

Parvers Nuc Othe Buller Dome Toreenevie Iis Ailen Stubbs UW. Mereer State I Stork Commission George T. Donaldson

Want To Be An Auditor Special Announcement For Federal Treasury Jobs

A notice received by postmaster Charles Seewir announces a regular examination for applicants to positions in the federal treasury department as auditors and accountants. The Lawrence test is set for November 1 with two grades offered. salaries range from 2000 to 2500 dollars and 1400 to 1800 dollars. Requirements include knowledge of business and bookkeeping, a common school education, and a year of experience where accounting was primary. Speeder Charles Kessenger pleaded guilty to speeding a motorcycle before Judge C. C. Stewart and was fined 1 dollar with 6.50 dollars costs.

Federal Treasury Department Charles Seewir Yision Lawrence Speeder Charles Kessenger C. C. Stewart

City laboratory saves diphtheria scare with rabbit and blood donation

Miss L Moore city bacteriologist donated an ounce of her blood to speed culture tests at Tinckney school amid a diphtheria scare after 200 throat swabs were brought in. Mayor Kreeck witnessed the self sacrifice and the city purchased a Belgian hare named Cop to supply feed for germs. The lab, aided by public health nurses, reported one confirmed diphtheria case and four suspected cases with antitoxin administered. the epidemic feared but now unlikely.

Lawrence Duyer Kreeck Fire Department Misso L Elsie’ Moore Tinckney School Miss Moore Kreeck Eldorado

Lecompton School Burns Down in Fire Tragedy

A fire destroyed the Lecompton School building and contents after an early morning blaze. Students evacuated quickly as basement flames spread through the structure built in 1900. Officials estimate a 25,000 dollar replacement, with the district planning to reopen in new or borrowed space while campaigning for a new rural high school.

Lecompton Distan Setons Board Sai County O. J. Lane Off Lane Teecompton Lecampton

Wheat Sprouting Despite Dry Ground in Douglas County

Farmers in Douglas County report a tough spring with poor rainfall slowing crop planting but wheat is nearly all up and progressing well. Despite the hard ground, the early growth compares favorably with the previous season, signaling a promising harvest ahead.

Douglas County

Fire Twice Harms Home as Beliefs Push Insurance Pitch

A fire at Reverend T. Wallace's home on New Jersey Street caused $25 in bedding and clothing damage after clothing hung near a flat stove pipe ignited. Fire crews then returned a half hour later to smoldering blankets that ignited the yard fence. no further damage occurred. Two insurance policies are tied to the noted preparedness claim.

Reveren T. Wallace New Jersey Street

Local Red Cross Prepares Campaign Role Named

Mrs J H Witchele is appointed as manager for a local Red Cross campaign. Cal Sheere.

RED Cross J. H. Witchele Cal Sheere

Red Cross Names Officers for Lawrence Branch and Campaign Kickoff

Lawrence Douglass county Red Cross elected new officers at yesterday's executive meeting. Margaret Perkins was named chairwoman, with Mrs. W. F. Marsh as vice president, T. J. Sweeney secretary, and J. R. Holmes treasurer. The organization plans a city canvass starting November 2 to raise funds for home service and relief of disabled soldiers and families.

Lawrence Margaret Perkins Legds Myre. JT WH. Mitchell Red Cross Renee. Mere Méteheul Ores Home Service Persent Douglas County The Malwaree Perkins W. F. Marsh T. J. Swee J. R. Holmes Warren Hentey K. A. W. Clark T. J. Sweeney Marcia Carter Murray Margarette Perkins Lawrence Brisen Chantes R. C. Sttankin Thre Helt Ag Chamber of Comerce Reams Cshapter Baldwin City Fulorn Taecorpten Offiesta Wl OW. Davis

Farmers Favor Saturday Trade At Lawrence Market

Farmers keep to Saturday buying while regular merchants purchase ahead for future days. Accounts from local haunts show Saturday trading at Lawrence exceeds any other day of the week, with men in town relying on weather and season, yet farmers maintain the weekly habit across the year.

Lawrence Bel

YM Club Begins Membership Drive at Weekly Meeting

The Uh TL Y club starts a membership drive at the YM weekly gathering. Members will be split into teams to work on securing new members and the campaign ends with a joint event at the school. Winnie Cusninea, guest of Mrs. Wo E Tenn, returned today to Humbolit, Kanens.

Vnich Pete Winnie Cusninea Wo. E Tenn Humbolit, Kanens

City to paint Mount Orgad tower Battleship gray

City officials decided to repaint the Mount Orgad standpipe in Battleship gray, replacing the traditional black to better suit university surroundings. The tower, a landmark linked with campus history, will be prepared by a contractor and painted before spring.

Lawrence Mount Orgad Nev Waa Tormeny Weatie Arts

Reserve Officers' Society to Expand Nationally

A Lawrence meeting of the Reserve Officers association will be held on November 4 with final joining opportunity for charter members. A concurring plan will align associations already in Seattle and Bergley California and anticipate chapters in Manhattan. Plans to join and organize continue amid growing national scope.

Reserve Officers’ Society Reserve Officers’ Association Lawrence Ciil X ‘Eattle Wash Hergley California Manhattan

McKeever Contests in Frat Ranks Draw Debate

Fraternity leaders weigh McKeever contest amid questions of fairness and eligibility. Many members unfamiliar with the candidate questioned ties and plan details pitched to gain advantage. Debate centers on whether the contest should proceed at regular fraternity meetings.

Pert Enlay Wiem A. McKeever Moneas Mem Jank Jank Upon the Offer Wrom Thinking That Mr. McKeever Tyihat Avery Fraternity

Three Fined In Police Court For Pot G In City

Three men Lawrence Kine A Lb Hell ed A Mehardsor were found guilty of pot growing in police court yesterday. Each fined 5.00 and costs of 10.50 plus the expenses. The fines were paid.

Lawrence Kine Hell Ed A. Mehardsor Esek

City to issue bonds for 100000 feet of water mains cleaning

The city passes a 20000 bond issue to fund cleaning of 100000 feet of water mains using the National Water Main Cleaning Company. The project, approved by the utilities commission, should take about three months once begun, with work to North Indiana Street to Massachusetts Street and a rate of seven cents per foot if the full contract is awarded.

STATE Public Utilities Commission State Public Utilities Commission The Utilities Commission City Commission Cleland National Water Main Cleaning Company of New York Indiana Street Fighth Street Fighth Massachusetts Street Existance Nort

Four Men Bound Over To District Court In Theft Case

Preliminary hearings held for Ger Ald Bowers David Rice and Edward Davis on October 5 theft of eighteen casings from Sutters & Marshall Riverside garage. All three bound over to November term with bonds set at 800 each. Davis posted bond. Oliver Icks charged with two tires bound over to November term with 500 bond. William Nealy waived preliminary and bound over to November term last week. Separate report notes a Cadillac rear-end collision at Fifteenth and Ohio with no injuries.

Ger- Ald Bowers David Rice Edward Davis Riverside Sutters & Marshall R. C. Manley District Court Davis William H. Nealy Lawrence Oliver Icks Tudge Man Py Hicks

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