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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1920
Page
1
Senator Harding told a Marion crowd that material prosperity must accompany humane progress. He urged awakening the conscience of workers and employers, insisting American business be both honest and humane while safeguarding health education and American motherhood and childhood.
Denver reports say passengers on Santa Fe train no 5 were robbed by a masked bandit between Las Animas and La Junta Colorado early this morning. The robber boarded at Las Animas and collected valuables until overpowered by passengers in a vestibule near La Junta. The man was captured and handed to La Junta police after the train reached the city.
The second all-University convocation of the year will be held Friday morning in Robison Gymnasium. It is to be known as the Pep convocation. Chancellor E. H. Lindley will speak on school spirit and the meeting will feature University yell readers. Lindley and Alfred G. Hill, alumni secretary, went to Kansas City where Lindley will address the Kansas City Association of Credit Men this afternoon.
Generally fair tonight and Friday with little temperature change. Historical readings show temperatures at 7 p.m. yesterday and 7 a.m. today, with 2 p.m. today indicating maximum yesterday and minimum today. Rainfall unspecified.
Lawrence shine parlors lowered prices from 14 cents to 10 cents this morning after a ten day rise. The hike had been linked to higher shoe strings, but demand for shoelaces declined with supplies catching up. Some self shining workers may resume service soon.
The Chicago based ad listings note Sears, Roebuck and Montgomery Ward copy Henry Ford in slashing prices on many lines by up to 20 percent. Sugar, cotton textiles, and ready to wear items see reductions. sewing machines sell well as more women make family clothes at home.
A football game between Lawrence High School and Westport of Kansas City was cancelled at the request of the Westport coach. The coach cited an earlier miscalculation and sought to schedule a stronger lineup for an opening game.
R O Smith county farm agent returned this morning from Manhattan where he attended an all state farm representatives meeting. Many matters of vital import to farm bureau work discussed for local bureau consideration before action in Douglas County.
Houston, Sept 28. The body of a 24 or 25 year old woman was found on a road twelve miles from Houston this morning with a gunshot to the head. An overturned auto lay nearby. Police have no leads yet. Mr and Mrs A R Gilbert recently moved to Lawrence from Columbus Miss to establish a home at 826 Connecticut after twenty years in Memphis and earlier Jefferson county near Lawrence.
Mrs J R Rankin reports burglars entered her garage by breaking a window lock and stole two spare tires, a car battery, and a tool box. She says the car would have been taken if the wheel had not been locked. Berlin cabinet plans socialization of mines. A cabinet meeting decided to prepare a bill for nationwide mine socialization, with the minister of public economy to draft the measure.
Chicago September 23. City hall summoned managers of a hotel chain and three restaurant systems to account for restaurant prices before the council committee on living costs. Russell Teale urged downtown workers to carry their lunches until prices drop.
City health officials ordered a blackout on drinking water at Liawrence schools after tests from the city lab detected indicators of pollution. Six samples were sent to laboratories for confirmation while a University lab reported water was clean, prompting calls for clearer results tomorrow and precautionary measures for students drinking water.
London reports describe Terence MacSwiney of Cork as very weak and suffering, resting poorly while on the forty second day of his hunger strike. A prison bulletin from Brixton notes no apparent change in condition as reports reach the Home Office via the prison physician.
Mrs J Gordon Gibb, superintendent, announces new premiums for the women’s department. Class 7 crochet spread prizes: first and second, 5 and 4 dollars. In basketry, best collection wins 2 dollars and 51 cents. best article 1 dollar and 59 cents. Embroidery and other classes offer varied prizes. entries open with no entry fee this year.
In New York on September 24 Governor Cox, the Democratic presidential candidate, will depart Kansas City on October 2 for Fremont Ohio and Toledo. He will deliver day and night speeches October 4 then rest October 5 6 and 7 before continuing westward through October ending in the West.
Mr. Gibb suffered a very severe internal hemorrhage on Tuesday night and remained in serious condition for several hours. Some relief followed yesterday, with last night indicating relative stability. He was resting today but remains in a serious state.
George White, chairman, announced in New York that the Democratic National Committee would raise a fifty million dollar fund in a nationwide match the president campaign. He urged a thousand friends of the league of nations to subscribe to support the Cox-Housevult ticket and the league's effort.
Report of two missing men in Lawrence. One is Dankard 67, described as tall with black hair and gray beard, last seen near Lake View after separating from companions on the streets. The other is Jess Venard, taken to a farm near Corners for work, now lost and unable to identify his whereabouts. Officers are notified to aid in locating both men.
Washington Sept 20 The Senate committee questioned the Newspaper Enterprise Association about activities described as propaganda for Governor Cox the Democratic presidential candidate. Robert Scripps denied knowledge of a draft exemption letter involving Cox and his brother and said his family backed Cox’s election, while committee members pressed for details on paid dissemination of material for Cox.
A fragmented notice states Kanen high academy seeks teachers for multiple subjects this year. The committee lists travel allowances and a health insurance option for institute positions, promising stipends and support to new instructors amid unclear details.
Demonstrations on a coasty farm and at EL J Brown farm on route 10 and J R Robinson site are set for tomorrow. Arranged at the request of interested parties, neighbors will be invited to attend the morning and afternoon sessions at 2 PM.
Lawrence fair officials outline a busy program for the event week featuring nightly fireworks and elaborate set pieces under expert direction. Events include athletic games, auto and horse races, moving picture shows, and a football match between Haskell and the Normals, with aviation demonstrations and a substantial stock exhibit drawing crowds.
In early morning hours a mail truck was held up in South Bend as the screening and robbery occurred near a block on Massachusetts Street. J N Hunter postmaster and Melville Weds were among those noted in connection with the event. Authorities say construction of a new home on 2200 block continues as details unfold. Glenn Chast is also referenced in the report.
A student council announcement describes ROS as the site for a water standpipe on O Pury. The standpipe will be painted battleship gray with a Crimson BlaB background. A conspicuous letter on the tower will guide tourists and be visible from the railroad stations.
The Kiwanis Club will hold a meeting at the Elk Club in the evening. Supper will be served at 6:15 o'clock, with CLNT Tudor in charge of the meeting. Welch & Welch, Chiropractors, are noted in the notice.
The Pittsburgh Youngstown gas well on the Hemphill farm northeast of town blew for fifty four days before it was finally closed at 11 o clock this forenoon. Tests showed rock pressure of 150 pounds and gas output of 2 200 000 cubic feet. The crew began moving the drilling rig to the northeast quarter to sink another well, while H E Dick will start spudding in on the Ward farm tomorrow. The incident cost the company 5565 in added time and about 21000 in costs if the well had been sold to the Kengal Natural company.
The Lawrence Elks held a reception last night for Dr E H Lindley, chancellor of the University of Kansas, praising his address on the Elks' future and open to many local and visiting dignitaries. Speakers included F C Penny and A Baldwin Motche with numerous Elks and guests in attendance.
Tokyo reports say the government will seek to map a solution to the Japanese American problems. A suit against the registrar is mentioned as a possible outcome if the treaty is passed. Washington notes indicate the cabinet and labor council may ask Congress to pursue a diplomatic solution by ambassadorial means. No indication of pressure from Tokyo to force results in California.
A statewide effort by The Athletic Helpers of NW seeks to keep athletes eligible and support University athletics. The plan includes organizing a football ticket drive to boost attendance and funding.
County Republican leaders decided not to bill campaign speakers sent from state and national committees until they arrived. Bishop EL A Carter of Chicago failed to attend, and the event resembled the Leslie Shaw fiasco. Despite no word on the main speaker W C Brown pressed on with local candidates Judge J Y W Mitchell and Hugh Means assisting, as rain reduced turnout.
New York reports a dynamite bomb found on the platform of the Roswell Avenue elevator station in Brooklyn. The package was attached with a burning fuse when a patrolman discovered it, and the Bureau of Combustibles at the Police Headquarters stated the fuse was still burning.
A report from Omaha dated September 23 notes a municipal election on a constitutional monument aimed at empowering an industrial arbitration body to regulate relations between employers and employees. The result shows a majority for the proposed measure, with votes near 103 percent figures and scattered totals.
Fragmented report notes Miller and elected president of France by the national assembly amid resignations and political upheaval. Other items mention stolen silks recovered shipments, a Salvation Army advisory board meeting in Douglas County, a University club smoker for new members, and a chiropractor, Dr. Albright.
An army detail from Camp Stone will travel to Missouri to work until election time and promote the Kansas good roads amendment. Six army trucks and a military band will stop at Topeka Manhate tan St Marys and Lawrence delivering speeches and information. The plan aims to aid road construction with state support covering 25 percent of cost up to $10,000 per mile, not exceeding 100 miles in ordinary counties, with exceptions for high value property counties. The amendment is set for the November election.
The women’s auxiliary committee of the Douglas County Republican central committee met electing Mrs. Elmer E B as chairman and ex-officio central committee chair. Mrs. A C Mitchell was named vice chairman. Men were appointed for county campaign work. A full meeting of all men aiding the county campaign will be held Saturday at 2 PM at Republican Headquarters 704 Massachusetts upstairs. Mrs Ed S Sheldon of Ott assisted with organizing. C B Ford attended.
Plans for Armistice Day observation were discussed at a Lewiston American Legion post meeting held tonight at the post over the Merchants National Bank. All ex-service men and Legion members were urged to attend and participate in the observance.
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