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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 06, 1921
Page
1
In Syran Russia a once colorful city now reports food searches as its only activity. Survivors describe scarcity and isolation as authorities reel from collapse. Local traders warn of continued shortages, while aid groups coordinate limited relief efforts.
Associated Press dispatch from Syran dated Sept 6 describes massed crowds of famine refugees along the Volga. Drought and hunger drive families into gray, silent lines. markets sprout as desperate barter for food. Typhus, sick children, and emaciation mark a humanitarian crisis across Samara and nearby towns.
George Butler of Lawrence achieved fifty clay birds and won three first prizes at Shrine Park in Leavenworth, claiming a silk shirt, bathing suit, and an automobile tire. Judges ruled he was too good a shot and barred him from further competition. Butler is a member of the Lawrence Gun Club and known as a crack shot.
In Springfield Missouri at 9 this morning Harry Meadows fifteen years old killed himself rather than attend school fearing classmates would harass him. He was the son of a widow and had not been in good health for some time and left a note saying the shooting was not an accident.
New residents and vacationers joined faculty members and students at the Chamber of Commerce luncheon. KU alumni and lawmakers attended as the university prepares for the new term. Filipino students formed an orchestra. James Lawrence and Archibald Hoge were among notable guests.
Bryan Downey of Cleveland and Tehony Wilson of Boston fought twelve rounds to decide the world middleweight championship. The bout lasted the required limit with no official decision. Wilson retained the belt though many witnesses believed Downey won on points. The New Jersey boxing commission ordered promoter Tex Nickard to hold his share of the purse pending a hearing.
Great Bend September 6 preliminary hearings for Dr. W A Nixon the Great Bend physician charged with the murder of Arthur C Banta a well known Barton County attorney are set for tomorrow morning at 10 o'clock.
Dublin reports Kamonn De Valera states that any British ultimatum to Sinn Fein would prove force, not peace. London circles speculate Britain may grant a time limit for accepting dominion status as a peaceful solution. De Valera derides imperial leaders as selling Ireland margarine while demanding real butter.
County farm agent R O Smith reports rising demand for scientific poultry methods in Douglas county. A Hugo Schellhorn farm demo showed loafers culled 35 percent. remainder performed well. Schedule lists meetings at W H Johnson near Big Springs Morris brothers Levompton W S Fairbairn near Mud Creek S C Gentry Lake View Henry Filer near Baldwin M B Starr near Eu dora. Some meetings planned next week.
A committee to improve the West Seventh and Michigan street crossing at the Fort Fort highway was appointed by Chairman Allen during a Chamber of Commerce luncheon. T J Sweeney presented a large drawing illustrating the dangerous curve and its exact condition.
Incoming students at the University of Kansas receive a new informational pamphlet What to do Next detailing registration steps and enrollment guidance. The fall class schedule shows no major changes from last year, with some departments expanding offerings. the booklet also includes a Lawrence map, etiquette tips, and a calendar of events for the first week.
University Y W C A secretary appeals to city for help as six days remain before university registration. Employment bureau lists sixty seven young women without positions in Lawrence. Sixty expect to miss university without work. Twenty six seek house work, sixteen stenography, seventeen general office, eight other work. Women with strong character seen as vital on campus. Lawrence residents urged to call 115.
Reports that forty or more men were killed in last week's firing near the Borne Logan county line remained unsubstantiated as troops searched fifteen miles along Spruce Fork Ridge without finding a body or grave. President Harding approved withdrawal of the 26th Infantry from West Virginia, with orders for its return to Camp Dix New Jersey, while the air service unit and chemical detachment were also ordered home to Langley Field Virginia.
Blaine Washington observers mark over a century of peace with the dedication of the Peace Portal arch on the international boundary. The Pacific Highway from Vancouver to Tijuana is also inaugurated with ceremonies, with paving to be completed along nearly 2,000 miles across Oregon Washington and California by 1925.
Douglas County delinquent taxpayers rush to the county treasurer to redeem title by paying back taxes on the eve of the sale. Properties already listed face no additional interest today. 15 percent accrual is avoided by today’s payments. Treasurer McKone said little property will remain on sale books after today.
Harold T Parpley of Kansas City Kansas and Rutaell Harris of Eu dora. Raymond C Trotter and Mary Ellen Biker of Tald win. Guy Bahos and Olga Doubos, both of Lawrences.
Topeka industrial school boys travel to Lawrence Thursday night for a boxing show before Eli Farrell Dorsey post American Legion members. The smoker will be held in the post rooms at Merchants National Bank.
Washington reports the U S government dispatched a new note to allied nations concerning mandates for territories under League of Nations authority. Officials withheld full content until receipt confirmations, with replies anticipated within 24 hours. The communication is tied to clans A and B mandates and U S coordination on rights in mandated territories.
Archie Bouton, a former Lawrence boy and brother of Mrs. Walter Johns, was shot and seriously wounded by a Kansas City policeman last night. The injury is serious, but Bouton is expected to recover. no charges will be filed against the officer Roy Leachman, per Craynton Orr Jackson County prosecutor.
The German-owned vessel Antonina, idle in Tampico harbor since 1914, received orders to clear for Hamburg stopping at New Orleans for a cargo. Accused of arming the Huerta regime, it had been interned by Carranza. With U.S. entry into the war escape from the Gulf was blocked.
Frank Hale, jailed for the Rosesdale bank robbery, escaped from the Wyandotte county jail in Kansas City Kansas, by sawing a second floor window bar during the night. He likely jumped to the sidewalk fifteen feet below. escape noticed around 6:30 a.m.
In Cork on September 6, transport workers seized the harbor board offices after the board refused a minimum wage of seventy shillings per week. The books remain locked, hindering operation as workers threaten to run the business themselves. The strike leader is supported by Republicans, with potential Irish army intervention feared.
Lawrence leaders discussed housing and guiding thousands of University of Kansas students arriving for a nine month visit. Registrar George Foster urged locals to assist with train arrivals and finding rooms as main streets would be decorated in KU colors. A transportation committee was formed to coordinate with schools in the late week and early next.
The Security Benefit Association of Topeka faced delayed testimony as an answer was filed this morning. Attorney General Hopkins and Judge Rankin led the prosecution while defense counsel included George R. Allen Col A M Harvey and Mr. Hunt. State witnesses listed include Ernest R. Holmes Annette Williams Guy Patten Myron J Garey Frank Bahhr height Edwin A. Fritz and others with J R Burrow Frank L Travis and William R. Baker among those called.
In Mt. Vernon Virginia on September 6, ceremonies honored the dual anniversary of La Fayette’s birth and the first Marne battle at Washington’s tomb. President Harding sent a message declaring America’s indebtedness to the French soldier is eternal and praising American courage at the second Marne. Messages also came from Secretary of State Hughes and ambassador Myron Herrick.
J A Hockenhull of 1312 Vermont street reports a castor bean plant in his backyard towering fourteen feet nine inches, a height unmatched in Lawrence. He notes the stalk grew nine inches last week and thirteen inches the week before, with a base circumference of eight inches.
Afternoon program in Brown's Grove near Number Six drew about 1200 people from Doulas county and Lawrence. A cafeteria dinner, entertainment by Fern Martin and Ray Dunigan, and a Tone Star versus Worden baseball game highlighted the Labor Day event. John Tromble spoke on Kansas Farmers Union work. Elmer Brown and GC W Hattarfer outlined local efforts. A. J. Holcom noted strong turnout despite many farmers plowing.
State treasury board opened bids from 385 banks as Governor Allen and officials presided. Banks offered from 3 12 to 6 per cent on state funds with average bids around 4 percent, surpassing last year’s 3 1/2 percent. Nearly 4 million dollars to be let to selected banks.
White Pine lumber settlement eight miles north of McGrath burned early this afternoon as a sudden thirty mile wind drove forest fires north of the area. In Salona four miles east residents fled the town to escape the flames and fire lines failed to contain the blaze. A separate report notes a schooner carrying women and children grounded offshore Newport Rhode Island after a wireless message was picked up by naval service.
Dean F W Blackmar of the University outlines four benefits of the California Fruit Growers association and warns co acts must be run by cooperative men. He stresses standardization, productivity gains, cost cuts, and market expansion while noting labor turnover and humane employer practices.
Hundreds of workers return to Tampico petroleum fields as operations restart following an agreement between major American oil firms and the Mexican government. Export taxes for July are unpaid but expected to be settled soon, lifting the government embargo on oil company funds. In New York, Brock Temberton's play Swords opens to positive notices. he is an Emporia native and former KU student. A pocketbook thief accidently reported with $207, $2, and $1 bills is sought by Nicholson of Ohio.
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