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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Sep 13, 1923

Page

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Barcelona Center of a Revolution

Madrid dispatches report a revolt in Barcelona with martial law, royalist army factions, and a government crisis. Captain General Riviera denounces the revolt while Santiago Alba faces reports of arrest. Barcelona declares a state of siege as military authorities seize power, with Spain’s cabinet under pressure and royalist loyalty claimed.

Madrid Associateat Primo Riviera Barcelona Alfonso San Sebastian Santiago Alba France Spain el So Bilbao Associated Press Sargossa Seville Santiago Alla Riviera Bein Lessada

Catalonia Center of Spain Revolt Seeks Separate State

The Spanish revolt centers in Catalonia with Barcelona as its bustling hub. Catalonia has long faced Carlist conspiracy and revolt aiming to restore the Carlist line and to establish a separate southern state detached from Madrid, creating regional tension.

Spain Catalonia Barcelona Madrid

Revolt Plans in Spain Stated in London Reports

London reports from Madrid say a strong revolutionary group aimed to overthrow the government, with plans that had progressed for months. King Alfonso was aware of the risk and expected to face a revolt, though messages claim the uprising targets the cabinet, not the throne.

London Associated Press Madrid Spain Alfonso

Talks to Farmers by Ex Gov Stubbs at Union Meeting

Ex Governor W R Stubbs will discuss farmer problems Saturday at Franklin school at 2 PM during the county Farmer's Union quarterly meeting. Farmers meet at 10 AM for a business session to plan winter programs. a basket dinner will be served. C C Gerstenberger of Eudora, county Union president, will preside.

W. R. Stubbs The Farmer’s Union Franklin School Stubbs C.C. Gerstenberger Eudora County Farmer’s Union

Position Unexplained After Destroyers Wreck Off California

Washington reports Admiral Coontz states no adequate explanation for the seven American destroyers wrecked on the California coast. The squadron was off its course and steaming at twenty knots in heavy fog. Officials ordered expedited inquiry hearings while the board investigates the disaster. Secretary Denby pressed for special attention due to unusual features of the case.

Washington Admiral Coontz United States Navy Department California Denby

Italy rejects Swiss president as arbiter in Fiume dispute

Geneva report states Italy cannot accept designating the Swiss president to arbitrate its dispute with Jugoslavia over Fiume. Rome fears the move would upset relations with Switzerland and believes direct negotiations must settle the matter.

Geneva Associated Press Italy Switzerland Jugo Slavia Fiume

Chancellor Lindley Visits Salina Then Wichita

Chancellor E. H. Lindley spoke to Wesleyan College students in Salina at the start of the fall semester and planned to address the Merchants Institute in Wichita the following day.

Lindley Wichita E. H. Lindley Salina Wesleyan College Merchant's Institute

Alfred G. Hill Heads to Kansas City

Alfred G. Hill secretary of the Kansas University alumni association was in Kansas City today highlighting alumni affairs and events awaiting contact with local members.

Alfred G. Hill Kansas City K. U. Alumni Association

Weather notes and a car ad from Dodge roadster to Lawrence Buick Co

Yesterday's temperatures and rainfall are noted with today’s 2 pm readings. A Dodge roadster is advertised for two hundred dollars by Lawrence Buick Co.

Dodge Lawrence Buick Co

Speeding Problem At High School Prompts Sheriff Complaint

Sheriff Will Johns notes sustained complaints since the new high school opened about speeding on Massachusetts street near the campus. Drivers, including students, zip past the building at dangerous speeds endangering children crossing streets near the school.

Will Johns Massachusetts Street

Revival Parade In North Lawrence Church Events

North Lawrence Christian church hosts a revival with Rev W L Harris of Kansas City as evangelist. Mrs Harris and daughter Virginia assist. Children march in a parade Saturday at 10 30 am to spur meeting interest. Harris once a traveling impersonator will present free entertainment at 10 30 am and 3 00 pm today with fairy tales readings and harp music.

North Lawrence Welock Mr. Harris Miss Harris

Kiwanis Contest Seeks Constitution Talks at Lawrence

Lawrence Kiwanis club announces a constitution talk contest open to Liberty Memorial high school juniors and seniors. Entrants must submit name and subject to E S Weatherby by September 24 and present a three to five minute talk at the September 27 meeting after luncheon. First prize is gold, second prize silver. judges chosen by the club. Contestants should consult English and Civics instructors on topics and treatment.

E.S Weatherby Lawrence Kiwanis Club Kiwanis

Oread to Open Enrollment at Oread Training School

Enrollment at Oread Training School is in progress this week and continues until next Wednesday, announced principal F. J. Weersing. Five supervisors of instruction head the staff along with regular University instructors. Plans for additional student activities are under consideration, including an orchestra and other extracurriculars.

Oread F. J. Weersing

Peace Seem Far Away From Tulsa

Tulsa negotiators face a stalemate as Governor Walton presses for removal of county officials amid martial law talks. Indications point to state troops remaining in Tulsa County while Walton and local leaders demand resignations of Sheriff Sanford, Volive Commissioner Wolkiskad don, and county commissioners Owen Cicero Holland and O M Robinson to purge local government of Klans influence.

Tulsa Walton Tulsa County Bob Sanford Volives Harry Wo Kiskaddon Sioners J. W. Owen Cicero Holland O. NM. Robinson Alfive

Arrested Tourists Near Big Springs in Intoxication Case

Mr and Mrs William Owens and Mrs Griner residents of Leavenworth were arrested about midnight on the fort to fort highway near Big Springs by Deputy Sheriff Ralph Lawrence for intoxication and possessing liquor. The group rode in a Ford touring car. a half pint of whiskey was found in the car. Mrs Griner pleaded guilty to intoxication and was fined 17.40 dollars. Owens pleaded guilty to possessing liquor and transporting intoxicating liquor in the Ford and was fined 200 dollars and sentenced to 60 days in the county jail. No charge was filed against Mrs Owens. Their young son accompanied them during the arrest last night.

William Owens Griner Leavenworth Fort-To-Fort Big Springs Ralph Lawrence Owens San Lawrence Emporia Helle Greiner Lenvenwerth Fortete-Fort Bip Springs Wilton Owens Leaveenworth R. C. Manley Fife

Registration Saturday at K U for all in Lawrence

Registrar Cees O Foster explains registration will be held Saturday at Robinson Gymnasium from 8 am for all students in town regardless of residence. Official registration opens Monday, but Saturday in Lawrence aims to prevent overwhelming Monday turnout.

K. U Cees O. Foster Lawrence Robinson Eymmasium

Journal World Will Get Fight Returns

The Journal World will receive the Associated Press report of the Dempsey Firpo fight tomorrow night and announce bulletins from 722 Massachusetts street. The main bout is set to start at 10 oclock New York time in Lawrence with live blow by blow results to the crowd outside the office.

The Journal-World Associated Press Massachusetts Street New York Persek Lawrence Pampas

Big Year Feared as Freshman Enrolment Rises

The University registrar notes a surge in anticipated fall enrolment. About 1,000 freshmen transcripts have arrived already, far above last year at this time. Principals were instructed to send records by August 20 to prevent enrollment delays, as late submissions have stalled students previously.

K. Ey Ik. U

Freshmen to Take Intelligence Tests at Fraser Chapel

All freshmen entering the University this fall must take intelligence tests. Those who fail to test will face enrollment difficulties. The examination is set for 8 o’clock Saturday afternoon in Fraser Chapel, directed by Curt I. Rose, new professor of psychology.

Fraser Chapel Curt I. Rosenew

State Bonus Board Activity At Topeka Busiest Yet

County clerk Thussing visited the state bonus board at Topeka yesterday afternoon and corrected several bonus applications. The board reports heavy demand with over 25 000 mailed out and more claims being processed daily, despite letters requesting holds and delays.

B.C. Thussing State Bonus Board Topeka Bussing Sahki

Social workers to meet in four day Kansas conference

The Kansas Conference on Social Work will open for a four day session next Wednesday at Will a. Representatives from all parts of the state will be present to discuss social grabments. Florencs By, Sherbon and Stuart Queen of Lawrence will be among those who will speak during the session. Rogs W. Sander fithita is president of the

Kansas Willa Florencs By Sherbon Stuart Queen Lawrence Rogs W. Sanderfithita

FEW VOCATIONAL STUDENTS DECLINE AT K U

Report notes a steady drop in vocational men receiving federal aid for war service education. At the 1922 spring semester Kansas University enrolled 120 vocational students. this year only 59 remain. Graduation and completion of training cited as main reasons.

K. U

Robber Buck Collingsworth Held in Topeka

Topeka reports Buck Collingsworth, an Oklahoma bank robber, is detained awaiting Oklahoma officers. Local police say he admitted his identity and was arrested after being found with an automobile allegedly stolen in Atchison.

Topeka Buck Collingsworth Oklahoma Collingsworth Arl Atchison

Italy to Evacuate Corfu by Month's End

Paris reports the interallied council of ambassadors agreed Italy will evacuate the island of Corfu before the end of the current month. The decision followed a late afternoon meeting in Paris.

Paris Associated Press Italy Corfu Council of Ambassadors

Quindaro Bank Robbed in Kansas City Kansas

Five bank employees and a cashier were forced into the vault by a bandit who escaped with cash totaling between 3000 and 4000 dollars. The incident occurred after the doors remained locked an hour until nearby businessmen noticed the closed bank.

Kansas City Kan Quindare State Bank

Liberty Bonds Prices for Various Series in Cin Dollars

The item lists closing prices in Cincinnati for Liberty Bonds and U S Government securities. Series include Liberty, Liberty 2nd, Liberty 1st, Liberty 44s, Liberty 2nd 44s, Liberty 3rd 44s, Liberty 4th 44s, and U S Govt 445 with stated dollar amounts.

N. S. Liberty Liberty U.S. Govt

Bailey Family Returns From Vacation Visit

Returned from vacation Dy and Mrs E A S Bailey came to Lawrence from Detroit Michigan where they visited their son E K Bailey.

E. A. S. Bailey Lawrence Detroit Mich E. K Bailey

Lecompton Man Fined for Driving With One Light

George L. Claar of Lecompton was arrested by county officers for driving his car with only one headlight. He appeared before Justice John Clark and received a $10 fine.

George L. Claar Lecompton John Clark

Weaver Undergoes Operation at Research Hospital

A yesterday morning operation on A. D. Weaver at Research hospital, Kansas City, proved successful and he is expected to recover rapidly.

A. D. Weaver Research Hospital Kansas City

Arrests in Sofia Target Bulgarian Communists

In Sofia on September 13 authorities arrested several communist leaders and closed communist clubs after a report that preparations were under way for an armed uprising.

Sofia Bulgaria

Coffeyville Mayor Here Consults Kansas Municipalites Leader

Coffeyville mayor Frank McClellan, president of the Kansas League of Municipalities, was in Lawrence yesterday consulting Hod G Stutz of the Municipal Finance Bureau. McClellan also serves as Coffeyville mayor.

Coffeyville Frank McClellan Kansas League of Municipalities Lawrence Hod. G. Stutz Municipal ‘Rence Bureau McClellan Coffeyville, K

Poultry Curling Demonstrations Underway in County

Poultry curling demonstrations are being conducted in the county by H. C. Colglazier, the county agent. The curling will be completed by week’s end.

H.C. Colglazier

Marriage by Judge Menger This Morning

A brief notice states that the marriage was performed this morning by Probate Judge Menger between individuals married in Perry. The event follows a prior marriage by Probate Judge Charles Harold Abel and Lillian Smith of Perry, Sons.

Charles Harold Abel Lillian Smith Perry Menger

Old Settlers Meet Tomorrow in Douglas County

The twenty fourth annual gathering of the Association of Old Settlers of Douglas County will be held tomorrow in the Gi A. Ri rooms at the courthouse. The morning program is for members only with an afternoon session open to the public. The trustful business meeting at 11 will include annual reports and officer elections. William F. Connelley of Topeka will give an afternoon address on Kansas history.

Association of Hers Douglas County Gi A. Ri Court House Aviil Onty Foir William FR. Comnelley State Historical Society Kansas

Escorted Mules Return: College Students Involved On Voyage

A group of college students from Wichita Kansas City and nearby areas traveled overseas with a cattle van to Norfolk Virginia then Spain. They signed as hostlers to mules, landed in Tarragonua due to a strike and were forced to unload cargo as strike breakers. After Spain they moved through France Paris and London before final.

Kansas City Dean Bopes Wichita Kola Thorpson Kangay City Charles Revers Olathe Norfolk College Tien Youe Tl University Misuniversity Kansasuniversity Northwestern University Barcelona Tarragonua Spain France Paris London

Winsor Family Enrolls As Freshmen In Lawrence

Mr and Mrs A C Winsor and daughter Grave moved from Atchison to Lawrence to join the university as freshmen. They purchased the Mrs plate at 823 Missouri Street. Dan Sandy Wist sor has operated a site in Atchison for seventeen years and plans a well earned rest.

Atchison A. C. Winsor Grave University Lawrence Atch Plate Missouri Street Dan Sandy" "Wistsor

Fire Town Picnic Adverts Sent To City Theatres

Announcements for the big Fire Town picnic at Tonganaxie on September 20 have been distributed to city theatres to promote the community gathering. The notices urge residents to attend and enjoy a day of festivities and socializing.

Tonganaxie

County Schools Visit Underlines New County Superintendent Tour

County Superintendent Lane spent the day visiting schools across the county for the first time this term, signaling an initial tour to assess conditions and school needs.

Lane

Frosts Sweep Minnesota and Dakotas Overnight

Chicago report notes frost across Minnesota and the Dakotas last night as an arctic air mass chilled the region. Weather forecasts suggested limited damage to crops if the cold persisted, though some farmers worried about early season losses.

Chicago Killings Tolay Herth “al Central States Minnesota Dakotas Wim Flon Peraives Hari

Kiwanis hear Prof Heeke on origin of the Constitution

Kiwanis club speaker Prof H T Var Heeke of the University law school discussed the origin of the Constitution and the flaws of the Articles of Confederation. He urged careful amendments as conditions in the nation require changes. Kiwanis groups from four towns plan a big attendance at a Thursday meeting in Tonganoxie and Lawrence members aim for Emporia charter events. Kiwanis golfers prepare for the annual match with the Librarians tomorrow afternoon.

H. T. Var Heeke University School of Law Kiwanis Club Wiedemannn Telay Heeke Ciye-town Tonganoxie Lawrence Club Topeka Leavenworth Wangs City Lawrence Emporia Emporia Club Kiwanis Rularians

Lawrence school enrollment tops two thousand six hundred

Enrollment in Lawrence schools reached 2684 with 3303 elementary, 684 junior high, and 677 senior high. The figure, compared with January averages, suggests the system has more pupils than last season’s first semester, with a likely small daily rise as students return from vacation.

Lawrence Mentary Lawrence Urn UN Ie

Lindley to Speak Tonight at Wichita Merchandising Course

Lindley will be tonight at Wichita for the feature of the three day Institute training school in merchandising. The program is under the joint direction of the University of Kansas division of the science and the Board of Commerce at Wichita. The three day course has been conducted as a training school in merchandising.

TL. Lindley Wicing Ant Hart Sion Universit of Kansas Board of Commerce Wichita

Vinland High opens with 46 students in shared spaces

Vinland rural high school begins operations on September 8 with enrollment of 46 students. Sixteen are freshmen. Classes are held in the adjacent Presbyterian church and town library buildings.

Vinland High Vinland Rural High School Presbyterian Church

Pine Brothers Grocery Robbery Suspected Break-In

A Pine Brothers Grocery store reportedly may have been entered again after a prior robbery. No items were stolen this time, but the night light that is usually left burning was extinguished, according to a police report.

Pine Brothers Grocery

Memorial Tablet Dedication At Liberty Memorial High School

A dedication ceremony will be held at Liberty Memorial High School at 2:00 pm for memorial tablets honoring students and parents who lost their lives in the world war. The program includes a memorial hymn written by Mrs. La WM Sis son and a responsive service led by Supt. MTS Smith. George O. Foster presents the tablet, with remarks by Irving Will and school officials. Representatives from student councils and faculty will participate alongside Chaplain Ryan A. Filwards and the choir.

Schow Liberty Monorial High School Emorte la WM. Sis Re. Supt MTS Smith Grand Army of the Republic Women's Relef Ladies of the Gai Bone of Veterans and Auxiliary of Sons of Veterans Theodore Gardner George O. Foster Hizly School Trving Will Board of Education JG Olney Leonard O'Bryan Boys Student Council J. Lucille Hyuna Girls

Meeting on Bowerseck Mills changes in Grant and Lawrence

A gathering at Thicker's Hall in Grant township and North Lawrence addresses the proposed alterations by Bowerseck Mills and Power Company. The plan seeks state approval from Public Utilities Commission and a hearing is set for September 17 at 10 in Lawrence Courthouse. Stakeholders urge full attendance to ensure clear discussion of the changes.

Eitigens Ao Property Hallers Grant Township North Lawrence Thicker’s Hall Bowerseck Mills ‘and Power Company Chang Lawrence Vnits Commission Court House Terencon

Petting party fines imposed in Emporia incident

Three Emporia youths, A. M. Lukin, Bedward Damm, and Marshall Warren, faced fines after pleading guilty or admitting to improper conduct at a petting party near Emporia. Each man received fines up to five hundred dollars, while Warren was fined one thousand dollars for disturbing the peace. Liquor charges were dismissed for lack of evidence in justice court last week. J. B. Wilson, special prosecutor for the attorney general, and R. Bornton, county attorney, were involved.

Emporia Kans A.M. Lukin Bedward Damm Marshall Warren Oporia Poria Lakin Warren Justice Court Denee J. B. Wilson Bornton Atse

K U M O U Exhibit Draws Crowds At Topeka Fair

At the Topeka fairgrounds a corner of the grandstand houses the K U exhibit. The RK U school of medicine display features jars with various human body parts illustrating disease progress. D E Francis, a journalism student leading the exhibit, says the medical display draws the most attention.

Topeka Imost K. UL Lawrence Peonie K. OU RK U. School of Medicine D. E. Francis

Hat Theft Report From Patterson Hat Shop

A shoplifter stole a hat from the Patterson Hat Shop yesterday evening around 5 o'clock. The incident was reported to the police. A Ford touring car had just one week of use. Lawrence Buick Co.

Patterson Ford Buick Co

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