25 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 25, 1919
Page
1
The cabinet is considering the strike situation and a special session with Direct or Hines is being held this afternoon to discuss actions and potential outcomes.
Cabinet meets to discuss a looming miners strike of about 500000 in the bituminous fields with talks on government seizure of mines. Officials focus on preventing hardship and industrial collapse as President Wilson contemplates options, including possible compulsory operation of coal mines.
A chaotic report notes an auction of periodicals at a university event led by Prof UL 4 Rice as auctioneer. The gathering included chemistry attendees from Kansas City and the American Chemical Society group from Cabkan sas City, with unclear details and fragmented phrasing.
A committee today rejected the nomination of John Skelton Wilkans for the position of Comptroller of the Currency. The action came as the Senate committee declined to advance the nomination citing concerns over qualifications and policy alignment.
State Fire Marshal reports September totals show an aggregate loss of 320,000 plus, with 39 unknown origin fires and nine incendiaries causing 17,180 in damages. Lightning struck 18 times causing 35,000 in losses. smoking caused five fires totaling 6,650. Dwelling houses and barns lead damage, with individual losses including a 20,025 ice house fire.
Columbus Oct 25 Governor Cox ordered nearly the entire Ohio National Guard mobilized at Akron for immediate duty in Canton after reports of serious rioting linked to the steel strike. All machine gun companies and seven infantry units were ordered out. Cox warned Canton Mayor Poorman to restore order else face removal.
The Unitarian church offers a Sunday program with 9 30 Sunday school sessions led by Prof. Dovkeray on German psychology and life. Pat Allen leads the young people in studying Jeffersonian religious thought. Prof. Dovkeray is an ex intelligence officer with the U S Army of Occupation. Nick Stevens of WKOU will address the young people on The Work of the Navy During the War. Everyone is welcome to all services.
In Kind, Michigan, Mrs Stan ishawa Lepchinski was found guilty of the 2 year old murder of Isadore in a circuit court. Sister Mary John, described as a Fetician Nun, faced a jury and was convicted on murder charges this morning.
Mrs Bertha Mayes was arrested Friday on a charge of breaking quarantine after a complaint by Dr A W Chavk. Judge C C Stewart held her in police court this morning.
Lawrence defeated Tolka High School 218 to FT on McCook Field amid a large home crowd. Weede and Sap Beye starred for Lawrence with repeated long gains and crucial scores. Lolaersinge ton led Lawrence’s first quarter drive as the hosts seized control early.
Carl Koerner was convicted of second degree murder in district court for the killing of George Vale the postmaster at Wall feet Kansas on August 21. The jury returned a verdict after a heated trial and lengthy deliberations.
A marriage license was granted today by Prolate Jude Lindley to Harold J Brownlee of Hutchinson and Ethel L Clinch of Lawrence, with plans to wed at Reno. The Reno local Farmers Union will hold a special meeting Tuesday evening with state organizer W G Swanson present to deliver an address.
The note explains setting clocks back one hour when Daylight Saving Time ends and the risk of being an hour early for church. It mentions President Wilson and Congress discussions, the October time change, and the rule of 2 o'clock adjustments on the last Sunday in October.
A ceremony plans to dedicate an organ for fallen Masons in the war. The event includes a memorial service at a lodge, with references to the Scottist Rite and Masonic degrees. Notable names appear among those honored and candidates for forthcoming rites are listed, with details on the succession of initiations and union activities.
Fragmentary weather note notes potential snowfall and continued cold through the night into Sunday. Mentions temperatures yesterday and today with unclear times and locations.
The report lists local basketball activity with Aggie Scout present at the Indians game this afternoon. Details mention team lineups, players like Sam Bates and Tommy Anderson, and notes on injuries, substitutions, and expected key performances as the season nears its end.
A local notice describes hunting license sales and related impacts amid economic stimulus measures. Officials urge compliance and note potential changes to regulations and fees for the season.
The announcement states that the examination for teacher certification in Douglas County was completed today. Details on participants and results remain limited in the report.
Railways must coordinate time changes across lines to start trains on new time and end on old time. Officials order trains to run on regular schedules, with crews adjusting clocks at division points to prevent confusion for travelers.
Reports claim Trotsky's staff fell into Allied hands while chaos spreads in Petrograd. An official says ministers were pursued and a car attack followed, with Yudenich's forces moving to secure decisive control.
A note from the era mentions the safe release of Win Jenking, an American consular agent, amid Mexican bandit tensions. Senator Myers proposes a resolution urging President Wilson to address the case and the broader regional threat. The report notes police or military actions and a planned call to convene on Monday.
Dean Harold L. Butler reports 4250 dollars in the treasury and enough funds from the university to cover all eight musical events for the current school year. Advance ticket sales exceed previous years with fewer than 200 tickets left, reflecting strong demand and broad local support for the university’s fall and winter musical program.
Indian orator 10 Spearbr White Fagte, an Indian plysi n, will be principal speaker at the Salvation Army hall 706 M yett. Tonight tomorrow and Monday night, with Dr White previously noted for government recruiting and street corner preaching. Captain Couch to introduce him. the meetings promise strong attendance and special singing at the Sunday service. The Prince of Wales and party are to be entertained today in the city.
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