30 Oct 1919
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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Oct 30, 1919
Page
1
Federal agencies move to confiscate coal in transit to bolster rail reserves and protect essential industries. A revived fuel priorities list, maximum coal prices, and Lever Act actions aim to curb profiteering and ensure continued operation of utilities and transportation during the upcoming miners’ strike.
Officials ordered miners out of No. 20 shaft at Amterda Olde after state inspectors warned of potential explosion. Rescue teams abandoned hope of finding survivors as efforts continued amid dangerous conditions.
Williamstown Baptists seek funds for a new church and host a chicken dinner next Saturday at the Chamber of Commerce rooms. Ninety fifty-cent plates will support the church project with chickens donated by local interests and the Chamber providing the space. Bring family and friends to dine.
A meeting is set for Thursday evening in Te compton to plan rebuilding the school destroyed by fire. Neighborhood sentiment favors a rural high school at Le compton serving town and surrounding areas, with a proposition to plan the new work including the rural high school. MacCulloch's Drug Store advertises Kodak enlargements and supplies.
A telegram from John J. Lewis and the UMWA executive board condemns President Wilson’s handling of the coal strike as the climax of efforts to usurp executive power. The exchange followed a conference with over 80 officials and coal operators, with a proposed joint conference rejected by the union. The reply awaits presentation to the international convention and calls for a fair proposition.
Kansas state board of agriculture adopts resolutions declaring farmers not profiteers and urging cooperation with capital and labor in a wartime push for increased production. The measure endorses President Wilson’s stance on mining strikes and highlights the need to stabilize industry, noting farmers face rising costs and low wheat prices. The report details wheat economics from Kansas, translating bushels to flour and bread price impacts, and references the fuel administration revival.
Three youths under sixteen were arrested on the north side Wednesday afternoon by Osterr Krum for entering a home and stealing food. They gave names Joseph Clayton Jack Dillon and Mack McFarlain from Suction City and Chief Monroe telegraphed to confirm their status.
Death of Aaron Welty aged 41 was reported last night at the home of his elder, Mrs FL M Jackson. Funeral arrangements are to be announced.
Dr. Harry A. Garfield told the president’s cabinet that wartime powers should be vested in the railroad administration to distribute coal to essential industries. Cabinet members agreed it could avoid new Congress funding to reorganize fuel control and let coal be allocated by preferential lists, addressing shortages. The revival of the fuel administration was urged to curb hoarding and profiteering, with the justice department stating it can act under the food control act.
The University of Strassburg asks Chancellor Frank Strong to allow professors from University O' Kangas to attend ceremonies November 21 22 marking the first anniversary of Alsace Strasbourg's return to France under General Gouraud. The event honors loyal Alsatians who remained loyal during German rule.
The Lawrence company Boof Lawrence wins the Hoisington Cup for excellence in marksmanship at Ft Riley during the Fourth Kansas Regiment encampment. Col Hollington praises the unit in his note, noting this is the first time the prize has gone to a Fourth Regiment company and urging continued high performance.
In district No 22 Washington Creek school the Junior Red Cross program has been adopted. Miss Mary Landen serves as the teacher guiding the pupils in the project.
A grainy Kansan forecast notes unsettled weather and colder temperatures tonight with a chance of rain in the east. Readings near 49 to 64 degrees and damp conditions may affect travel as a light precipitation event is possible.
The Kansas Rhodes Scholarship committee led by Chancellor Frank Strang selects fifteen candidates from Kansas schools for Oxford. Former Rhodes scholars on the panel include J. A. Rice, R. K. Blake, and F. B. Bristow, with interviews likely today for several Lawrence applicants.
The University of Kansas student council drafts a new constitution with a plan for one rep per five hundred students and keeps officer roles. A committee will study mandatory student activity tickets and a by law review is set for the next meeting.
The University Yo W. A. under Pilg auspices presents Mi Fi of the Toy Show at Bonerock Theatre around November 17. John G. Rogers Producing Co. arranges the show with 200 to 300 children and 100 others in a grand production to aid the social budget. The cast and set pieces are planned, with tryouts and costumes highlighted.
The government investigation notes that certain parcels were seized and processed under probate oversight. A case involves alleged violations of regulatory provisions and safety requirements, with officials pursuing corrective actions and potential penalties.
Miss Hempel, the touring prima donna, arrived from Lawrence Massachusetts and entertained hotel staff with a wakeup singing session. She plans to tour eastern cities, recalling a warm Linborg reception and noting a schedule that includes Charleston Virginia after her Kansas appearance.
Albert Henley a longtime Lawrence resident and former mayor and state legislator died at home on Tit Louisiana street. The Barb Wire and American Cement Plaster company founder lived in Lawrence for forty one years after moving from Indiana. Funeral services will be private at 3 pm tomorrow with interment at Oak Hill cemetery.
Attorney General Palmer urges immediate enactment of a bill to deport and permanently exclude aliens including anarchists and those convicted of related offenses. The measure, reported favorably by the state immigration committee, calls for internment and deportation decisions by the secretary of labor.
About 200 men attended a university club smoker where Prof W W Davis outlined the Red Cross drive and Prof P F Melvin spoke on the K OU First movement. Members pledged support as Hayes Brothers and GordonLoun ders provided musical entertainment and boxing rounds followed by a battle royal.
Gov Henderson Martin led Baptist prayers in a round table on missions asking if the Christian religion faces a breakdown in the United States. The meeting was lively and optimistic overall. The Lawrence National Bank will close Friday afternoon between 3 and 4 for Albert Henley funeral services. The bank will reopen from 4 to 4:30.
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