29 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 29, 1919
Page
1
Garfield is summoned to Washington by administration officials as fuel policy moves continue. A possible return of the fuel administrator is reported, with officials indicating ongoing coordination from the capital.
Federal Pool Administrator Hares A. Garett and Secretary Turmulty discuss a looming strike by coal miners at the White House. Garett, president of Williams College, says a settlement is possible without a walkout while retaining authority as fuel administrator amid wartime controls.
The Red Cross salvage store at Lawrence Hall on Vermont Street asks for old clothing daily. Managers note the current stock is exhausted and urge donations placed at the store. A large crowd gathers, with many offering small sums as they contribute.
County Superintendent schedules dental inspections for rural pupils. Mr Lane aims to finish exams by end of month. drafts show circuits advancing, with district officials seeking to align visits to local boards’ wishes.
Local inquiries report a push for sugar rationing affecting candy manufacturers and soft drink makers. A house committee led by Hoeybert Heevery considers investigation into rising sugar prices and enforcement plans. Price commission head Ed T Hackney signals a state response while Lawrence’s fair price committee awaits guidance from Hackney and officials.
Early today the wartime prohibition ban on manufacture and sale of alcoholic beverages became effective nationwide, with Milwaukee reporting all saloon keepers shut at midnight. Revenue agents warn enforcement will be strict and penalties severe, while many citizens and organizations brace for the change and shift to soft drinks.
Wellington, new to the fine arts faculty, delivered a long vocal program assisted by Professors Ver and Swees with Suderlund as accompanist. A combined group of Ragtsi mothers and Russian folk songs drew strong reception, highlighting Miss Wellington's beautiful high soprano voice and notable technique.
A Berlin report cites Gen. Yudeniteh stating the October 27 communique that the Detrecrnd attack failed. Reval dispatches say the general is returning home. The piece notes broader Allied and regional tensions with references to the ongoing conflict and limited local events.
The Valle reunion opened with study and communal work yesterday morning as participants prepared records and discussed rites. Members gathered to observe Scottish customs and advance organized activities for the year.
The annual fall reunion of the Scottish Masons of Lawrence enters its second day with 113 candidates. Members travel from Lawrence, Junction City, and other parts to attend the four day program ending Friday night with the conferral of the thirty-ninth degree. Notable events include a dedication service, a fourteenth degree work session, and performances by the Scottish Rite choir.
Weather forecast notes generally fair conditions with warmer tonight and possible rain in the eastern portion. Thursday will be partly cloudy with warmer southeastern areas and an evening shower. Temperature readings and rainfall data are incomplete in the report but indicate typical daily highs and lows.
London reports End Tobac conists claim Englishmen broadly approve of smoking and even support it at home. Clergymen themselves seldom smoke but buy Turkish cigarettes for wives and children while men purchase for wives as a status of modernity. Smoking among women remains rare in working class, but middle and upper classes see it as acceptable and husbands who quarrel with wives over smoking may fear loss of domestic harmony.
A meeting at the Rotary Club discussed backing the Boy Scout movement with a push to form a Lawrence council. Harris of Georgia praised past work as 41 of 49 members attended. A nominating committee of three was authorized to nominate 11 to 15 members for the executive council, signaling rapid action in Lawrence.
A church aims to burn bonds totaling 32000 and begin the new year debt free. After Rev Melace Leves became pastor, a debt clearance campaign led to retiring all outstanding debt from the previous construction. A new boiler and furnace have been installed and will heat the building within a week, with further improvements planned.
Our Excuse Tonight's Journal-World is several hours late because of a press breakdown. Local machinists finished the job swiftly. Deputy Sheriff Crowder went to Baxter Springs to serve a warrant on Bert Overman charged with passing bad checks in Lawrence. Dance tonight at F. A. U. hall by the Policeall's three piece orchestra.
The Lawrence Public Health Association will affiliate with the Lawrence Red Cross chapter. The move, approved at a city meeting, will allow Red Cross support to sustain local health work. The national body will loan funds to the nursing association backed by hospital property as security, with future independence planned.
Hi-Y members at the Y M C A meeting formed two competition squads, Reds led by captain Stanley Learned with Hollis Nelson as lieutenant, and Blues led by captain Kenneth Stevenson with Lee Lovey as lieutenant. Reds have 39 members. Blues 27. Success hinges on both new memberships and consistent meeting attendance.
At the Peace Conference Polish Prime Minister Paderewski spent four days absorbing a flood of unopened correspondence marked urgent and personal. He immediately wrote back from his chamber on October 2, arguing over the proper rendering of a portion of his Second Symphony as sacred.
Delegates are to assemble in Kansas City tomorrow to discuss commercial aviation, air safety, and the potential for a nation wide system of aerial transportation. F A Davis, secretary of the Highway Association, states local communities already move toward commercial aviation and the War Department has shown interest in the convention.
New York drama notes Ruth Chatterton in Moonlight and Honeysuckle as she is courted by a congressman named Hamill in the script. The congressman insists on his real name Ramill, prompting a change to Hammond for the suitor while the play continues.
A big effort is underway to gear up for the first day of the Dr Best of Campaign. Organizers say preparations are in high gear to ensure a successful start and broad community involvement.
County campaign aims to energize school boards teachers and community groups for a countywide war effort. Lawrence will form district captains with underworkers to canvass households and recruit members starting Monday. Local workers to meet for plan finalization and materials distribution.
Chicago reporters noted improved weather as the remaining five aviators in the Army Continental air race prepared to resume after days of delay. None completed the demanding 5402 mile route, but all were back in the air seeking to continue the competition as conditions improved.
Washington Oct 29 The Senate battle over the League of Nations pact appears near end with a vote on the last group possible today. Senator Moses proposes an amendment excluding British dominions from league voting while Senator Gore adds an article 12 amendment to require an advisory vote after war. The debate centers on the treaty's labor provisions and several amendments are under consideration. In Commons Harmeworth says ratification may occur Nov 11, Armistice Day. Marriage licenses: Bohn Balke and Julia Scurseney wed at the courthouse. Gideon Bi and Fottie Laughlin of Lawrence issued licenses. Maurice Maddox and Thel Mitchell. Earl Rutherford and Iva Rutherford also wed.
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