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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 19, 1921
Page
2
Babson argues general business is 74 points below normal in January 1920 with commodities continuing to fall, including farm products. He warns flour prices lag wheat cuts, urging price adjustments to a new low basis and noting the farmer’s role in lowering living costs. He emphasizes broad price readjustment over wage gains.
A terse remark links prosperity to the fuel feeding the machine and the output it generates, underscoring the belief that industrial energy determines economic fortune. The statement hints at strict rights reservations and control over the discourse surrounding technology and growth.
Adjutant General Charles I. Martin heads Kansas board created to license aircraft and pilots and regulate air traffic. A meeting in October will set aerial navigation rules as Kansas pioneers aviation law with Longren and Williams as qualified pilots and engineers. Penalties exist for low overflight and stunt flying likely to be banned.
Raymond F Edwards, from the I A graduating class of 1915, now a captain in the twenty first infantry, is stationed at Fort St Michael Alaska. He is married with an eleven month old baby girl. A letter to the alumni association says the infant stood the voyage well and may soon need a steamer for travel. He notes the child misses the rocking on land.
In police court C A Stover was fined five dollars for speeding. Roy Mc Pherson forfeited five dollars bond after failing to appear on a jay driving charge. J Fillum paid a five dollar fine for jay driving. Horace Peterson, charged with drunkenness, failed to appear and will face trial tomorrow. Real estate transfers show Minnie McClure and husband to Martha A Price nine Baldwin Street and chapel area parcels for 3500 dollars. Charles C Shimmons and wife to O H Stockwell parcels on Mississippi Street in Lawrence for 2800 dollars.
We extend our thanks to friends and especially the American Legion for their sympathy and assistance at the funeral of our dear son and brother. Mr. and Mrs. O. P. McNees. Mr. and Mrs. F. B. Lewellyn, Paints, Barber's Drug Store.
Terry Gaskill, general agent for Great State Life Insurance Company, receives a commendation letter from James P. Sullivan, manager of agencies, noting September 1920 production of 345,700 on track to exceed 251,000 last year. Sullivan cites over 6.5 million in force and a year-end target near eight million, praising the team for boosting growth and thanking staff for their effort.
A young man was charged with gambling in police court this morning over an alleged game of chance played in the basement of the Eldridge house. His trial was set for Wednesday morning and he was released on bond.
Mercedes Wright pleaded guilty this morning to a disturbance of peace charge after previously entering a not guilty plea. Costs of 9 dollars were assessed and she was paroled.
A fragmented note mentions sanitation instruction across life stages and an order for MeNikh distilled water with the contact number 198. The readability is limited, but it stresses hygiene and a product order context.
Kaw Valley Fuel Co announces sale of semi anthracite coal to Arkansas buyers. Will Pendleton in Merizon reports contact at phone 219 for orders.
A brief ad note lists Razors and Strops and Doughnuts like home made from Brinkman's and Valspar products at Barber's Drug Store, signaling a local shop inventory teaser.
University of Kansas coach Patsy Clark shapes a squad around permanent appointments. Hale appears set at center, Jones at end likely retained, with McDonald and Allison solidly in their positions. Two practice squads scrimmaged, daily sessions emphasized to mold football men as the season approaches.
Bui Killefer receives widespread congratulations on his appointment as manager of the Chicago Nationals, succeeding John Evers who left last week. Suits will be checked this afternoon. Adrian Lindsey will coach the freshmen squad after returning from Bartlesville where he led a baseball team. The athletic office noted no practice field has been secured yet, but the yearlings will likely work out on the new varsity field south of the hill.
Adrian Lindsey arrived to lead the first year men as ninety six freshmen were due to report for football practice this afternoon. Assistant Coach Warren Woodly registered the first year players.
Sport notes describe Saturday practice where Clark's third team, a youth laden squad, endures heavy contact from the two varsity elevens. The text recalls how Patsy Clark first earned his nickname during early days with the squad.
The origin of the nickname Potsy is traced to a farm near Carthage Missouri where a farm hand who took a liking to a young boy bestowed the name. The tale notes the name has never held any lasting significance beyond its affectionate roots.
Perry defeated Lawrence at Woodland Park by three to two yesterday. Perry’s batteries were Ross and Wyman, while Lawrence featured Steinmeyer, De Merritt, and Parnell. Lawrence had beaten Perry twice earlier this year but could not secure a third win.
Spurgeon is playing well at fullback and Krueger shifts to tackle thanks to weight and speed. Black shows potential as quarterback or end. Cooler weather boosts practice tempo while rain leaves the field boggy and the stadium waterlogged. Sandefur misses the season to work in a KU science lab.
Local merchandise item lists No 61 floor varnish from Walspar at Barber's Drug Store. Includes store, brand, and availability details for shoppers.
Mrs Nellie Mae Stone of 1384 New York Ave Wichita Kansas credits Tanlac with ending ten years of stomach trouble gas bloating weakness and monthly ailments Her appetite and digestion are now normal and she reports improved health after four bottles Tanlac is sold by Round Corner Drug Co Lawrence and other leading druggists.
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