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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 23, 1920
Page
4
The Journal-World notes that William Allen White’s heart of a fool film has grown to 6 000 feet and reports unrest about rain insurance in Topeka. It covers shifts in labor leadership, Democratic and Republican fund debates, and New York Socialist assemblyman turnover, highlighting persistent political tensions amid national publicity.
The piece notes consternation among leading thinkers in the old parties over the expulsion of elected Socialists in New York. It argues such action risks alienating foreign-born constituents and driving voters toward radical agitators. It mentions two re-elected Socialists resigning and three majority-chosen members denied seats, framing the crisis as a test of American political obligations.
The day notes the birth anniversaries of G Thomas Kirby Smith and John Sevier, plus events from Penbleton carni val to national Catholic foundation work in Washington. Republicans convene to present a united platform as Maplewood New Mexico hosts cotton manufacturers sessions. The National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception foundation stone laying is highlighted with senior church leaders present.
Fragmentary notices report Today’s Seam Eversartes 1806 trio returning to New York and Durham born individuals Sara J. Lippincott and Grace Fsicensel, plus Malibran’s death in Manchester. Also listed are Alara Felicite Malibran, Alanen Potter’s Episcopal consecration, a French levy in 1870, Schwatka’s Franklin search return, and Washington state women’s clubs forming in Tacoma.
An old clippings list marks birthdays of Ene author Thurston born in Vergh Scotland, former Texas governor Sgyers born in Granada Intesno, British Labour MP William Brace aged 57, Boston labor leader Henry Abrahams born in Buffalo N Y aged 67.
One year ago today Paderewski urged the Peace Council to assign Galicia to Poland. The World Cotton Conference began its sessions in New York.
A fragmented 19th century notice describes quail flocks in Shelereiers and ravines around the city, with notes on markets for wine from Concord and Isabelle at low prices. It mentions grape cultivation, wine production, and local shops supplying bottles as low as 30 to 40 cents, plus an account of a political car trip to Montana and rail logistics debates.
Kin Sept November 12 and 18 19 tentatively Peri as dates for the annual from meetings of the Kanes Bankers Association to be held in Atchison lington ville Bellevilope and Greens secording to W W Bowman secretary. The program will include addresses and discussions on banking subjects.
Junin College in Wan City Mo launches a new original program conducted entirely in the Spanish language. Led by Sear Cabrel Madi Termiden the course covers opportunities for people seeking work and service in the United States and in Central and South American countries. The article notes rising interest and limited scope, with prices starting around 100 dollars in some listings.
In 1874, Th. Armstrone and companions joined a hunt on the western Plains. A vast buffalo herd stampeded forcing them to flee into a nearby cave. The narrative appears in a thirty two page work and reflects early Kansas plains life. A window display shows Rex straw presidential ballot at WoCol Joch's drug store.
A campaign schedule released by Forrest, state party chairman, lists Democratic candidates visiting several Kansas cities. Travel mentions include St Joseph, Topeka, Hutchinson, Newton, and Wichita with planned speeches and meetings, ending with a final stop in Wichita for a fifth appearance.
In Topeka September 23, State officials led by J.C. Mohler anticipate revised wheat forecasts. County assessors provide data from 2019 and 2018 to refine yearly acreage and total yield. The board aims to present a closely figured total for the year based on current information and field assessments.
Fragmented OCR text from Denver report notes a national gathering in September focusing on political topics. Mentions petroleum, conference coordination, and a forthcoming final convention for ratification, with unclear dates and many garbled phrases.
The article notes selection of delegates for a wheat committee with mentions of Meredith of Agri, Lonstown University, and Hoover in Europe. Delegates Tapkat Sept hob. CL Mopler, the State Heard Ra, and Tartine are named among speakers and participants.
Fragmented notice mentions Chicago maids, wages of ten dollars weekly, monthly advances of two hundred dollars withheld, and commissions via Mrs Koviten. References to municipal suffrage bill in Uruguay, Pavidington Station changes, and various wartime social notes. Includes scattered phrases about Vienna, Petrograd, and Buick automobile plans.
The U S Geological Survey fixes Americas easternmost West Quoddy Head Maine and farthest north Cape Alva Minnesota. southernmost Cape Sable Florida and extends details of land and water areas 273771 and 33014 square miles respectively. Distances from Atlantic to Pacific reach 2807 miles while boundaries and coastlines are noted with curious facts.
A brief notice from skin specialists touts Montho-Sulphur as a quick remedy for rough red skin and eczema. They claim the preparation soothes irritated areas, removes tar and disfigurement, and brings relief without long waits. A small jar is recommended from a pharmacist for trial.
In Pittsburg Kansas the Kansas industrial relations court wage award dispute between employees and Joplin and Pittsburg Railway Co moves to the federal court in November. Employees seek retroactive pay from the application date, while the company argues pay starts at the court decision. About $7,000 back pay is involved as the case transfers from state to federal jurisdiction.
Season ticket sales for the University Concert Course are exceptionally large with nearly 800 sold. If the pace continues for ten days, every seat could be gold. The Chamber of Commerce and Rotary Club back the course and urge members to buy tickets. Dean Butler noted many Hill students want to hear the concerts but cannot afford tickets, prompting three-season-ticket donations by Rotary Club members to aid needy students.
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