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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 15, 1920
Page
4
The article notes the Maine idea gaining traction as November approaches, with emphasis on its broader implications for national discourse. It cites organizational ties and distribution through the World Company and Associated Press framework, reflecting the period press dynamics.
Union Pacific officials and Lawrence city leaders reached a common aim to build a safety viaduct over the North Lawrence railroad tracks. Two major routes cross the river, and paving plans hinge on viaduct location. The parties agree on safety, yard operations, and the need for prompt action to proceed beyond preliminary steps.
The first united community start of the fall on behalf of the university yielded productive results with a large number of additional dormitories for students. Heavy enrollment indicates demand will require all the new rooms.
The Maine election results show a two to one vote against supporters of the national administration, with a Republican plurality around 65,000. Voters cited independent sentiment, concern over a super-state, and desire for sovereignty over campaign rhetoric and party labels.
Frieda Hempel will perform the Swedish Nightingale program in the United States during the October 6 Jenny Lind anniversary celebration in New York. Her concert opened the University concert course last year.
Women cast ballots for the first time in Maine signaling support for change. Wet weather did not deter voters and results show their ballots joined the push for administration reform. National issues framed the Maine campaign with leading speakers from both parties, yet Roosevelt and McAdoo failed to sway support for the Wilson league of nations.
The term political prisoner covers slackerism and opposition to government. Groups appeal for release of those jailed for such acts, arguing mercy or policy change.
Editorial excerpt from Fort Scott Tribune by George Marble discusses Kansas Democrats. It cites a Wichita Beacon quote labeling some party leaders as self-serving while praising honesty in others. Marble predicts party struggles ahead and warns the Kansas Democratic leadership harms the state’s national standing.
The document lists events of today including the dedications of Zion National Park in Utah and the ongoing United Spanish War Veterans encampment in St. Louis. It notes Taft's 63rd birthday, straw hat season ending, and a sanitation of political activities from Connecticut conventions to Windish primaries, plus international delegate meetings and Central American discussions in San Salvador.
A brief roll of notable figures born today mentions General John M. Palmer, civilian soldier, Tinis governor, U S senator, and secretary, with a freshen note on his birth in Sentt Gorm tv and a reference to Porfirty SE.
A compact digest recalls events such as the 1870 Utah governor’s proclamation on Nauvoo Legion reviews, 1871 death of U S Supreme Court figure Benjamin R. Curtis, 1906 Washington statue unveiling in Budapest, 1916 British Columbia vote for prohibition, and scattered notes on explorers and political moves.
William Howard Taft, former U S president, born in Cincinnati today. Esme Howard, British ambassador to Madrid, born in Leinland Frogiana fifty seven years ago. Frederick L Blackroot, U S congressman from Alabama born Polk County Georgia forty seven years ago. Henry D Hatfield, former West Virginia governor born in Ioorin County West Virginia four years ago. Edmund Otis Hovey, curator at American Museum of Natural History, born New Haven Connecticut fifty eight years ago today.
One year ago today the Shrahwa costume was unveiled in Manchester England while Admiral Kolchak reportedly broke Bolshevik fronts at three points in Northern Siberia, marking notable wartime milestones across Europe and Asia.
The First Christian church presents the first midweek picture service with a five reel feature Hearts of Men followed by a scenic reel and a comedy. Service begins at 7 o'clock at 209 Mass Street. Ride a bicycle for health.
The article praises Oliver Barber of Ranwaka as a thriving pioneer farmer. It notes Barber’s wealth from cash and cattle, his 489 acres of land, and his excellent orchard, describing his thrift and enterprise. It also mentions Jimmy Prentice driving Donnelly’s car and commendable KS driving reliability.
H RB Hungerford of the University faculty proposes new fields for insurance activities. He lives just west of the university near the aviation landing field and says chimneys are endangered whenever aircraft land. His comment underscores safety concerns tied to aviation nearby.
Local ad notes Lankin’s Drug Store as the place to buy stationery, urging readers to choose quality supplies from the shop. The brief promotes availability, likely with everyday items and reasonable prices.
A fragmented line of dialogue about behavior and hospitality, noting a speaker’s memory of generosity and accommodation. The readable text mentions a person entering seeking lodging and finding it, with a casual aside about a vest pocket speller.
New York report quotes Will Hays national chairman denying any barnstorming plan by Senator Harding for coast to coast trips. He says no change to plans announced earlier, doubts westward travel beyond Omans, and notes announcements must come from Marion or Cinceee. Early October schedule mentions Baltimore and a West Virginia city then Marion, then Midwest tour.
A long list of guarantors pledges support for the Douglas County Fair with substantial sums for premiums prizes purses and exhibits including horse racing amusements and vaccines. Prominent names and local businesses such as Merchants National Bank Law rence National Bank Farmers State Savings Bank and University Book Store stand among the contributors along with numerous firms and individuals.
Miss Alice Froeger, Dr Wal Gorrill, Arthur Evans, and others spent the day in Topeka attending the state fair. Mrs Ed Powell and Mrs Frnest Mason visited Lawrence and Kansas City, with several families traveling to Topeka for fair activities. Figures include Mrs William Schulz and families touring Tonecka, and Mary Browne visiting the Maffet and Price homes in Lawrence.
Harold Bachman and his Million Dollar Band, widely known from a recent Central States tour, will perform at Robinson Gymnasium under American Legion sponsorship in Lawrence next Monday. Notable members include Robert Pruce and James F. E. Son with Farling Sedahl and Graydon Lower featured as soloists. the group plans a soprano soloist as well.
A fragmentary reminiscence recalls early Kansans in the fruit nursery business. Details recount G. CaBracket’s land near Lawrence, introductions to Kan- Bhick-capt pe Se and ardingal varieties, and the Hardy Wolfer pear line. It notes travel to California for health, then return to Lawrence for a final display, with references to Wiles Rares and Beenes, and the impact of these figures on local horticulture.
The Ursuline College of New Orleans, which recently observed its 192nd commencement, is believed to be the oldest institution in America for the education of women.
Local notice fragment mentions McNish with a phone number 198. The readable text offers no clear event date location or outcome, but cites a contact named McNish and a phone listing. Further context is unavailable due to text damage.
Attitude of Kansas farmers to be learned at Martins September 22 and 23 as Illinois Agricultural Association notes approval of plans to form cooperative livestock commission firms at Chicago and St Louis yards. A special committee will study advantages of cooperative sales with American Farm Bureau Federation involvement.
A joint meeting will be held in Manhattan Kansas on September 22 and 23 to work out the plan from the farmers' viewpoints. This meeting is planned to be followed by two general livestock conferences in Chicago.
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