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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 27, 1920
Page
4
In Chicago a legal clash looms as Judge Landis vows to expose crooked police and prohibition officers. He warns that an epicGem might reveal treason within the force, signaling a major crackdown amid enforcement tensions.
J Frank Smith argues Missouri likely to approve a road amendment that includes a 6 million bond issue to build a complete hard road system funded by auto license fees averaging 7.25 per car. Kansas seeks constitutional approval to issue road work authority without bonds, leaving future legislative action to set mileage limits and county participation.
The text depicts a harsh political attack on Governor Al, with emissaries allegedly pressing a state rumor of establishing a bulary and threats of force to suppress labor. It brands the campaign as desperate, accusing opponents of falsehoods and coercive tactics akin to bayonet rhetoric.
A Lawrence audience heard a Democratic speaker rebut arguments against the Kansas industrial court. He questioned whether labor’s actions create wealth and warned that schemes by former leaders do not profit workers, the bar, or the public.
The text discusses opposition to a Kansas law from figures like Alex Howat and Democratic politicians including Governor Allen. It argues neither side is valid in voters’ view, as Kansans want a productive, progressive, and law abiding state while stoppage effects and wage-law debates unfold.
The Farm Journal of Philadelphia reports a nationwide poll of farmers showing strong support for Harding. It notes Harding is the only candidate who has seriously addressed major farm issues, reflecting farm voters’ priorities this presidential year.
A consideration in choosing the new king of Creece was not diminishing the colony of former monarchs living in Switzerland. The remark reflects concern over political stability and the fate of exiled rulers in Swiss territories.
Navy officials fear losing control of Yap Island could hinder Japan's advance and alter the Pacific balance. They see Yap as a strategic key for countering enemy moves and maintaining U.S. leverage in the region.
A Belgian balloon won the James Gordon Bennet race this week. Six years earlier the 1920 event seemed unlikely to feature Belgium at all.
The day marks Theodore Roosevelt’s birth anniversary and the 50th anniversary of Metz’s surrender. A total lunar eclipse will be visible across Australia, Asia, and the Indian Ocean. Keosauqua hosts a 500 acre state park dedication beside the Des Moines River. Harding closes day one of his final campaign tour with a Cleveland speech. The Protestant Episcopal Church house of bishops meets in St Louis to act on the Delaware bishop’s suspension and other matters. Boston University School of Theology inaugurates Dr James A Beebe as president with attendees from seminary circles. A federal grand jury in Boston opens an inquiry into hotel and restaurant food pricing in Massachusetts.
A compact pane lists notable birthdays and events: 1838 John D. Long born in Buckfield Maine. 1836 Grand Trunk Railway opened Montreal to Toronto. 1858 Theodore Roosevelt born in New York. 1869 Christine Nienmade operatic debut in Paris. 1870 Marshal Bazaine surrendered Metz. 1917 Suffrage parade with twenty thousand women in New York City. 1899 Florence Maryat died in London. 1838 July 9 birth year noted for Marryat. 1919 Roosevelt died at Oyster Bay. 1915 Long died in Hing ham Massachusetts.
General Christopher Columbus Andrews, Union Army hero, born in Hillsborough New Hampshire ninety one years ago today. Giovanni Giolitti, Italy’s premier, born in Piedmont seventy eight years ago today. Viola Allen, leading American stage actress, born in Huntsville Alabama fifty one years ago today. Charley Ledoux, French vigilist now in the United States, born in France twenty eight years ago today.
One year ago today President Wilson vetoed the prohibition enforcement bill. The Johnson amendment to the Peace Treaty was defeated in the Senate. The fragment notes distress after eating and mentions Howl's Sarsa as a cure.
A light verse about a person named Cua who seeks Wilsons sux and faces friends’ protest. They discover Wilsons collar hidden inside the same box, triggering a surprised reaction and a playful twist.
Reprinted from the Republican Daily Journal of October 27 1870 the piece notes proposed Massachusetts Street paving and the chance to judge mud versus pavement. It mentions the fifty long paragraph for sidewalks and the Vermont Street College roof frame set yesterday as two story houses rise, with many more two story and a half story homes under construction.
In Manhattan on October 27 the upcoming wardrobe needs of freshmen will be outlined for 350 high school girls from northern Kansas. They will attend a clothing conference at Kansas State Agricultural College on November 19 under the YWCA auspices, part of an educational program aiding girls in selecting appropriate wardrobes for culture.
Problems of vital importance to every dairy producer and consumer in Kansas will be discussed in a five day short course for creamery field superintendents starting Monday October 25 in Manhattan. Kansas State Agricultural College faculty and leading creamery experts will lecture on scientific aspects of dairy production and processing.
United States Senator Charles Curtis, Topeka. Governor Basye Allen, Wichita. Lieutenant Governor Huffmax, Dodge City. Secretary of State L. Fettiloun lead ticket in Kansas political column with multiple state offices listed.
Robert A. Steele a Republican candidate for county commissioner in the third district is praised by neighbors and allies across the country as highly qualified. A Belveir resident and successful stock raiser and farmer, he is seen as ideal for county business leadership and future development. supporters say he would be among the best county board members in Douglas County if elected.
More than three hundred northern high school girls are expected to attend a fashion show in Manhattan under YWCA direction. Living models will parade as experts critique dresses shoes hair and other points. Clothes are provided by the home science department. A similar conference is planned for Newton on November 19 for southern students.
Chicago reports show no uniform pattern in farm tenantry changes. Illinois Minnesota Nebraska and Ohio record increases while Wisconsin notes no change due to new farms and Oklahoma reports a decrease. Reports from several agricultural authorities indicate regional differences rather than a single trend.
Dr W M Jardine president of the Agricultural College endorses California land settlement as a pattern for Kansas. He told Governor Allen that passing the Farm Homes Amendment in November would allow Kansas to try the California approach. Jardine studied the project in July and noted its three years of operation at Durham California.
Over the last ten years the number of women enrolled at German universities has nearly quadrupled, reflecting expanding access to higher education for female students and broader social change.
Topeka Kansas October 22 Attorney General Richard J Hopkins backs a law to let municipalities burn fuel and sell it direct to consumers during winter coal shortages. He cites past city yards as clearinghouses but notes current law lacks authority. He hopes the next session will grant cities power to provide fuel and regulate prices to protect public welfare amid rising monopolies and nonproductive distributors.
A fragment from a historical discussion states that if a private entity markets a necessity or renders a service in a way that creates a monopoly, then the authority and power to regulate such necessities and services should be assumed by the state or a subdivision thereof.
A November initiative proposes guardianship for minor land owning aliens under public administrator supervision. Supporters say it aligns with the Japan United States treaty but opponents warn the treaty's phrasing on housing and business leases creates legal ambiguity and raises constitutional questions.
New York teachers will examine every pupil on November 9 to test physical fitness. The Department of Health aims to boost teacher involvement, with doctors or nurses visiting schools daily for 23 years. Nurses inspect pupils monthly for contagious eye and skin diseases, and any with symptoms are sent home. Missouri lump coal on cars at Matthews Lumber Co. Phon e 34.
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