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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 22, 1920
Page
4
The Lawrence Chamber of Commerce session highlighted local industry as the town's prosperity source. It noted many small firms drive life and growth, with room for further development to keep Lawrence advancing. The piece reflects on wartime service and the enduring spirit of veterans' contributions to the community.
North Lawrence leaders met Monday to discuss crossing Union Pacific tracks. Opposing views on a viaduct subway or grade crossings show no consensus. Subways risk water table issues, viaducts separate rail and road traffic, and grade crossings invite train delays and accidents. Thorough discussion aims to balance traffic flow with business interests.
Mr Ford proposes a plan to reestablish a notable beacon, termed a shine, as part of a broader effort to renew regional energy projects. The statement signals a cautious return to previous negotiations and potential collaboration with local authorities.
The piece recalls postwar veterans seeking reunions as G A R rolls shrink. It cites counts from 1590 showing 394000 members and, thirty years later, 103200, noting many have passed since the great conflict began and the army’s formation. It stresses enduring patriotism amid dwindling numbers.
Delegates from fifty towns meet in Faneuil Hall to discuss standing armies while a senatorial campaign committee resumes its session on funds. Cardinal Gibbons summons the national bishops to a Catholic University for an annual conference. North American officials plan a four day joint conference in Winnipes. Papers on iron and steel futures are presented at Cardiff with Great Britain involved.
From the September 22, 1870 Lawrence Republican Daily Journal: excursionists arrive from Indiana Iowa Wisconsin and other states with large crowds disembarking at Lawrence. markets show little change with gold steady and corn prices down signaling a good crop. Prices for produce and staples vary, with cabbage onions and potatoes down while sweet potatoes and other goods reflect a sluggish market. Wool and clothing stocks heavy, demand light for wood and coal, livestock prices broad and fluctuating.
Today marks birthdays for Gen Huzh LL of OLS A retired and several others including former Pe of salt born in Fanville Ry aged 67, Miguel of Bragenza, Andre Tardieu French wartime figure in Paris, and novelist Eleanor Halle Abbott in Cambridge aged 48.
A dated list notes events such as Anne of Cleves birth and death dates, Salem witch trials killings, Nathan Hale’s execution in New York, John White’s suicide at Richmond, Gen. McClellan at Harper’s Ferry, Sevres surrender near F, a battle in Makle oueent, and a Russian imperial visit to Scotland with Queen Victoria.
One year ago today the New Community Church in White Cloud Kansas was dedicated during the week of September 6 12. Each night featured a different department and a dedicatory service culminated in a Sunday ceremony. The motion picture apartment was dedicated with a film show the gym housed a basketball age and the kitchen and dining room hosted a community basket supper.
Wichita officials report a year over year increase in Kansas income tax payments with nearly seven million dollars collected in cash and checks for the last quarter. About 120000 individuals and corporations paid taxes, with total quarterly receipts near eight million, suggesting widespread prosperity across residents and businesses. A note encourages bicycling for health.
The Attorney General Hopkins announces a probe into coal production costs and relay of coal prices. Subpoenas issued to operators and retailers to gather data across the state. A 1,500 questionnaire effort seeks details on handling of fake grades and related practices.
Dealers face requests for coal prices up to four dollars higher than last year amid rising miner wages, freight, and handling costs. A Pittsburg hearing and a forthcoming questionnaire aim to determine a justifiable price level.
Hutchinson Kansas reports rising male interest in manual training at the new term with over fifty boys enrolled in carpentry mechanical drawing and architecture and calls for more room. Female sewing classes show a decline in interest from last year with about fifty students this year, while instructors note waning enthusiasm and questions about sewing skills. The article also mentions world leather and wire production statistics and ends with a brief note on Hood's Sarsaparilla as a remedy advertisement.
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