Debate Over Naming Manassa High School for Jack Dempsey
Manassa Colorado school board proposes naming a new high school after boxer Jack Dempsey, drawing strong protests from American Legion members and locals who question the fitness of honoring a controversial figure in a public school. The editor argues such a monument misaligns with educational values and suggests alternatives like a Diorama or dry dock replica to honor Dempsey’s notoriety without glorifying him.
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Manassa
Colorado
Jack Dempsey
American Legion
Fistiana
Legionairies
Dempsey
Mannassa
Collier's Dismisses Negroes as All Bad in Race Debate
In Cincinnati a white girl was murdered by a Black man. Collier's claims law abiding Black citizens exist while condemning mob justice. The article argues Negroes largely mirror white people in virtue, cites fear of sensationalism, and calls for equal rights. The city council met to audit claims and run routine business.
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Collier’s
Cincinnati
Collier
United States
John W. Hall
Pendroy Chautauqua Encourages Community Events
Residents enjoyed a Chautauqua with good attendance despite poor weather. A late Saturday dance followed the lecture and Pendroy ladies served lunch at the hotel to raise funds for the Chautauqua. Local gatherings included bridge games and Sunday visits, with several residents hosting or attending events at nearby homes.
Local Notes and Social Happenings Mix in Pendroy
Ladies' Aid met with Mrs. Lewis and enjoyed vocal selections by Mrs. Brewer. The Turner family attended the teachers' convention in Great Falls and stayed through Monday. The Phillips family moved to town into the Earls house. Mr. Zimmerman bought Jim Campbell's pool hall share. J A Swanson stays with the Webbs during his wife’s trip to Great Falls. Sunday school attendance climbs with the auto race theme. Live Wires lead by hundreds of points. Mrs. T R Larson to host Ladies' Aid on Thursday afternoon November 12. Preaching planned first and third Sundays monthly if weather allows Culbertson to travel. otherwise follow-up Thursday. A baby daughter born to Mr. and Mrs. Ed Wormley of Great Falls, former Pendroy residents. Chet Thomas runs a butcher shop behind Carl Jensen's building. Farmers threshing grain with hopes of saving a good yield. Miss Ruth Phillips spent Chautauqua week with Marion Webb.
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Smith
Gulbranson
Brewer
Talbert
Miss Laughtery
Bill Wellenstein
Jean Margaret
Great Falls
Swanson
Larson
Bob Smith
Conrad
Sandy Jones
C. Shawver
Brewer Home
Carl Gulbranson
James Sheeble
T. R. Larson
Lewis
Culbertson
Ed. Wormley
Pendroy
Chet Thomas
Carl Jensen
Ruth Phillips
Marion Webb
Elk Descend Canyon As Snow Drives Herds Down
Report from Klick camp says 23 hunters shot elk in two weeks as deep interior snow pushes large herds toward the lower canyon. Elk roam near Arsenic creek and Sheep reef with many near Klick and Allen ranch. travel to camp remained possible before fresh snowfall.
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Sun River Canyon
Klick
Arsenic Creek
Sheep Reef
Allen Ranch
Augusta
Hunter Aims to Bag Prize in Ordinary Tale
The article hints a hunter is set to secure a prize, presenting a vivid scene of pursuit and expected success without detailing specifics.
High School Notes and Upcoming Events at Local Schools
The Home Economics department offers Thanksgiving plum pudding at 60c a pound by order or phone. The High School Glee Clubs present a minstrel show at the carnival on November 21. Teachers from high and public schools met rural teachers at the high school, and senior normal training girls attended the county teachers association meeting. Quarterly exams are held today and tomorrow as students study.
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Home Economics
County Teachers’ Association
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