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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Sep 29, 1920
Page
2
A fragment from a Lawrence Kansas issue notes subscription rates with weekly, annual, and two year terms, plus postal delivery instructions and notices from the Associated Press. It references Henry Ford’s price reductions and discusses freight rates impacting prices of goods and manufactured articles as supply chains shift.
The good roads issue transcends costly hard surfaces. Cheaper improvement methods suit many areas as dirt roads remain common. Communities must endure with dirt roads for an indefinite period, seeking a better dirt road and the best maintenance methods.
The senate committee investigating campaign funds questions why many Democratic officeholders conducted business in San Francisco during the national convention and traveled there at government expense. It notes Secretary Daniels may have gone for naval business at the same time, possibly aboard a warship or while residing onboard.
Conditions in Missouri this year offer Republicans a long awaited chance. Senator Peed remains unreconciled to the Democratic platform and wields influence as a dissenting voice within the state, though not openly opposing. The GOP has chosen a strong candidate for governor, boosting their fight in an otherwise challenging campaign environment.
FortBeatt Tribune correspondent George Marble says enthusiasm for the Democratic campaign has declined since it began. He notes urban population rise and urban drift amid concerns about shifting economic and political power in Missouri.
The article notes that fewer workers are available to cultivate crops than before, mitigating some impact in the city ward but experts say the consequences will become evident to all in time.
The Franco Belgian accord promising aid if attacked appears a rebuke to the League of Nations. Now Holland contemplates entering to make it a three nation pact. Since 1914, small states have learned neutrality offers little refuge even when guaranteed by powerful powers.
Financial authorities say the price readjustment period can pass without trouble if movements stay slow. Some losses may occur but overall business should remain healthy. The midwest crop outlook supports continued prosperity, while vast inventories of foodstuffs in the midwest face global demand.
Topeka attorney Lon McCarty discusses legs of girls in an interview summarized by The Emporia Gazette. He argues legs are a social issue affecting farm town demoralization while endorsing prohibition and commenting on youths and attire. The Gazette cautions against fully embracing his psychology.
In a historic shift the Lord Mayor of London changes to a new secretary role. For forty five years Sir William Soulsby has served as private secretary at the Mansion House and will continue to influence the office as the Lord Mayor is selected by the forty five.
A compact roll of notable dates includes Lord Nelson born in Norfolk and died at Trafalgar, Catherine McAuley founder of the Sisters of Mercy, Count Chambord born in the Touileries, Tecobella UI proclaimed Queen of Spain, the steamboat Robert T. Reeves lost on the Mississippi, a cholera death toll in Russia, historian William Kingsford, and Rebecca Harstine Pavia novelist died in New York.
Maj. Gen. William Cassiter born Petersbore Virginia 53 years today. Fawin C. Dinwiddie national legislative superintendent Anti-Saluen League born Springfield 9 F3 years ago today. Dr. Charles D. Mead author lecturer prominent in world nae movement born Chesterfield NH TI years ago today. Dr. Maiden Re Adins president of Coorcetoyn Ky College born Clavisburg WV 52 years ago today.
Children aged seven to fourteen organize at the Second OC election church naming the Pusy Bee club. Their first regular meeting is set for Friday at the church to debate which has more value money or education. Tiva Wallace is the highlight of the club.
A September 29 1870 item notes city expansion to include Earl's addition would boost population by 150 to 200. Horace Greeley accepts a Kansas City lecture Oct 6 under Young Men's Christian Association. B W Woodward ships large drug stock during low freight rates from New York, the firm rivaling St Louis wholesalers. Potatoes now fetch more than twice wheat per bushel as fall crops rise. Gustafson signs off.
Total vouchers drawn by the University of Kansas and Kansas State Agricultural College for the year ending June 20 1920 amounted to 2 522 496 14. Salaries and wages dominated the total with KU at 698 985 54 and KSAC at 452 285 54. Maintenance funds and other expenses filled the rest, with noteworthy appropriations for a new engineering wing and a late 25 000 toward a high school project. Special funds extended for extension work and a church survey are noted.
The text records a string of obscure meetings and announcements. It mentions a Cleveland convention ending today with a speech by Renn die as President, a Boston parade for Sovereign Lodge, New Hampshire Democrats state convention in Concord, a Michigan meeting at Longsine to finalize candidates, appeals against railroad rate rulings, Ottawa cabinet council session, Buddhist ceremonies with Japanese participation, and a Welwyn monument unveiling for Ernest Fer chosa in memory of service to Japanese art.
One year ago today Cardinal Mercier received the honorary degree of LL D. from Iweeton. A brief note mentions resumed rail service and a railway strike affecting food transportation in England.
Manhattan says Kansas must raise state appropriations for vocational education in agriculture home economics and trades by the next legislature to meet demand. C V Williams state director cites teacher scarcity and limited funding as bottlenecks, with over 100 high schools ready to offer programs if money and staff were available. Current federal funds under Smith Hughes total 63870, matched by 126740 from the state.
Renowned contralto Mme. Matzenauer will open the University Concert Course on Tuesday evening October 12. She always travels with two Steinway pianos an upright for her hotel room and a concert grand for her accompanist. Dean Butler was told rooms are reserved at the Eldridge Hotel and to ensure proper piano placement for her usage. Mme Matzenauer will arrive in Lawrence the day before the concert to rest prior to the recital. Thompson Photo Studio, 615 Mass.
Topeka seed officials push for a state pure seed law modeled after pure food laws. A conference will set the measure with Kansas seed men and state agricultural leaders. A recent import of alfalfa seed from a western state showed only 12 percent germination and heavy weed contamination, highlighting distribution risks and prices.
The Temple of Ceres in Wichita Kansas has been completed for the International Wheat show. The structure is a pure white replica of the Parthenon at Athens and will open October 4.
A photograph album chronicles family history while a local store operates nearby. The text promotes Hood's Sarsaparilla as a cure for dyspepsia after meals, noting symptoms like distress and belching.
C M Frye of St Joseph credits Taniac with dramatic relief after two years of gas bloating indigestion and back pain. He reports renewed appetite strength and sleep after first bottle. Sold locally by Round Corner Drug Company City Drug Store and leading druggists in town.
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