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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 26, 1922
Page
2
A religious reflection citing Psalm 19:18 and prayer phrasing. The fragment invokes protection from presumptuous servants and requests that the speaker be upright and innocent from transgression. It emphasizes acceptable words and thoughts in the sight of the Lord, calling Him strength and redeemer.
The Near East dispatch praises the United States offer to guard ships delivering relief to Smyrna survivors. It lauds American destroyers and a handful of British troops at the Dardanelles, noting diplomats lag behind front line courage. The piece warns of fear and surrender behind the scenes as Turks may seek face-saving negotiations while allies fear concessions.
Old French statesman Clemenceau faces opposition from rivals who fear a U S trip would heighten his political prestige and possibly revive his bid for power. Critics call him an aging figure whose years do not tell the full story.
An analysis of Kansas primary results discusses raiding by opposing party members and how the Australian ballot changes have shifted voter loyalty. It notes possible shifts in support from Wilson to Harding and asks whether many voters see themselves as independents rather than strict partisans. The piece cites the Oskaloosa Independent’s arguments and highlights the challenge of finding remedies.
The Independent favors registering allegiance before primaries and issuing a party ballot, arguing it could fix coercion risks and aid independents. It also suggests state produced biographical sketches of all candidates to help voters, though critics warn of increased costs and potential bias for wealthier candidates. Abuses exist, but remedies are debated.
The London press showed no enthusiasm for recent Near East policy changes and was urged not to sponsor such optimism. The suggestion was for newspapers to focus on unrelated topics like bumper crops or North Sea fishing instead.
The closed session ends with congress members not passing the ship subsidy bill and the koys will seek new work with industry as soon as the next session opens.
Edward S Edwards, unopposed for the Democratic nomination for United States senator in New Jersey today, is the current governor. Born in Jersey City in 1863, he studied law briefly before joining a bank, gaining tax expertise that led to his State Taxation Commission role. He later rose to bank president, served as State Controller of the Treasury in 1912, retired in 1917, elected to the state senate in 1918, and became governor in 1919 on a personal liberty platform.
A garbled collection of jokes and snippets mentions prune crops, boarders, married life in a flat, quiet days in Heelan, the bonus bill, a 17 pound trout, a coal dealer lampoon, John J. Butler killed shaking a rug, Clemenceau, Joe Rickenbacker, bread history, and stray misprints from a historical page.
The Great Lakes Division of the National Electric Light Association meets September 28 to 30 at French Lick Springs Indiana. Topics include Mississippi Valley power development long distance transmission public relations and farm service expansion of electric light and power. Executives from over 500 utilities expected with speakers from Indianapolis New York Wisconsin and Chicago and women’s public information committee to discuss utilities.
Today marks the anniversary of the Argonne offensive in World War I. The Montana State Fair opens in Helena and runs all week. The National Association of Postmasters holds its annual convention in Washington. A Lewiston debate pits Bates College against Oxford University on accepting the League of Nations. The Railway and Utilities Commissioners postpone their Detroit convention to November. New Hampshire Republicans meet in Concord for a platform and primary outcomes. New Jersey holds statewide primaries for senator and governor with prohibition a major issue.
Prof Kaiser of Manhattan, a livestock judge, said the Douglas county fair last week was the best of the many county fairs he attended this year. The poultry exhibit was larger than Topeka's thanks to Joshua Clevenger, poultry superintendent. A bird shown by Ben Lowman of Claine sold for 100 dollars.
Hindu families save for years to buy goats for sacrifices near Lucknow in a school run by the Board of Sunday Schools, Methodist Episcopal church. They also save months for flowers to scatter on the Ganges and some undertake lifelong journeys to wash away sins at the sacred river.
J Colbert owner of the Economy Second Hand Store at 840 Vermont has rented 916 Mass and will move by October 1. He plans to dispose of much of his present stock at bargain prices before leaving 840 Vermont.
The regular semi monthly meeting of the Brotherhood of the Presbyterian church will be held Thursday evening at the church. The Brotherhood serves a supper at 6 30 and the program ends shortly after 8 o'clock.
Coal is scarce so don’t delay in ordering Griffin Coal Co advertises car 10 inch Colorado jump in transit and urges quick contact by phone 88 for acquisition and shipment details
J R Holmes offers insurance at 107 E Seventh with phone 19. For coal calls, ee ee Matthews Lumber and Coal at phone 34.
Dr Owen noted for rectal disease theme with faulty wording but the ad promotes stove repairs by Lawrence Stove Works in Illinois Coal track Hay Malley Buell Co Raoue 212.
Pleasant Grove reports from Pleasant Grove and Willow Springs. Families attend the Woodland Park fair and Marconett sale in Union. Residents visit Lawrence and Lamar Colorado, note livestock shows, a 1039 lb Duroc hog, and a $5,000 sale record. Trains run Denver and Salt Lake through the mountains. Avery Hibner walks a rattler, and many neighbors plan visits and farm work.
Miss Mary Finnerty visits Ottawa while families and neighbors share trips and visits around town. Several residents travel to Lawrence and Topeka for fairs, jobs, or time with kin. Oil sand findings on Finnerty farm noted as three wells drilled. some injured in a recent creek accident are improving. Long Beach updates for Fays and Forgey families reported.
Workmen will soon complete redecorating the Fraternal Aid Union home. The dining room above the big hall has been refinished and a tapestry center ceiling with a three foot frieze around the room enhances the space. The dining room above is also in fine shape. The project has caused some office disruption, but officers and staff support the improvements for the better quarters.
W E Barnes longtime horticulturist of Vinland and a notable state figure observed his eighty ninth birthday on September 20 while residing in Long Beach California near Lincoln Park. He recalls fondly his Vinland days and wishes to return to Kansas with his friends.
A broad overview of Turkish society and Constantinople covering marriage customs Sabbath, sultans, holidays, laws, and the imperial treasure vaults. It notes the sultans lineage, strict religious norms, communication limits with Constantinople, and the vast, guarded Sultan’s jewel collection in the Green Vaults of the Porte guarded by multiple custodians and locks.
Our 10 inch Colorado lump in transit. Good coal is scarce so don't delay in ordering. Thone 88.
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