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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 02, 1926

Page

2

High School Clee Club Play Delights Liberty Auditorium

A large crowd of high school supporters filled Liberty Memorial Auditorium to enjoy a Lawrence high aerial Gites clubs production. The orchestra under Miss Mabel Barnhart opened the show with numbers, then Ben Calerwood Velma Ka in led principal roles with strong singing. Melba Brown, Anna Alexander, and Theodore Pariasaci beamed in standout parts, while supporting cast members like Floyd Hileman and Nugene MacFarland provided comic moments. The eighteen part stage piece showcased student talent with no dull interludes and drew praise for overall execution.

Lawrences, High Aeriaal Gites Liberty Memorial Ane Mabel Barnhart Ahestra Ewan Asym Qautsieal Ben Calerwood Velma Ka Ant Melba Homkur Haldesv Sparta Sand Cheuyton Audiente Lytia Cautlhr Gene Uine Willie Jaybird Floyd Hiiecaon Dinky Moore Te Nugene MacFarland Theodore Pariasaci Anna Alexander Trisholleens Major Tarvhart Conrad McGrew Anna Mosander

Tighter Prohibition Laws Probed by Congress and Depot Visit

Washington April 2 tightening provisions of the Volstead act were proposed to Congress. Aton ashan, is tal to steveasfut enforechent of the prohibition law. The yiiging of all veroal bever age pants under coverimental sus per visible t Isssuet. The search of private dwellings on evidence of liquor for clandestine purposes. Seven amendments recommended by sevretors Andrews at the trial. Gustav of Sweden, crown prince, to visit America this spring. Descended from Marshal Bernadotte who began in the army of Napoleon and rose to the Swedish throne.

Washington Avi Congress Aton Ashan Andrews Gott Nomulilienis West Wing Prulhie Ting Gneses Gustav Sweden America Bernadotte

Medical mishap mars Brooklyn scene with pin incident

In Brooklyn a woman named Mary Weslin Warteen lies in bed as doctors rush to remove a benfé pin from her side. The scene unfolds during a tense moment as authorities address the obstacle and a mate swallows a wheel while attending school.

Mary Weslin Warteen Brooklyn Mate

Weekend Church and Community Events Schedule

The week lists a Friday Good Friday service at First Presbyterian Church, a Saturday county scholarship contest at the courthouse, and Easter services on Sunday with April 1 dates noted. The items reflect local church observances and civic competitions.

Presbyterian Church

Stevenson Responds to Holliday Letter in Open Appeal

Commissioner I C Stevenson issues an open letter disputing Mayor Holliday's review of city affairs. He accuses proceeds of bias, defends audits, questions revenue handling, and warns of a harsh political clash ahead as two candidates vie for spring office.

I. C. Stevensson Holliday Stevenson Wrd Fis Faya Hin Hje Cleland Carman Ian Che Mays Beac Ivill Voli Mr. Cleland Jackman Constant Mr. Holliday

Endorsement List Mentioned for Constable Candidate

The letter asks who has endorsed Mr Constant this spring and urges voters to go to the polls next Tuesday with the facts. It argues for men in city hall who take an oath seriously to represent Lawrence rather than selfish interests, naming C Stevenson.

Constant Lawrence Yorrer C. Stevenson

Newton Meets Pueblo In Interscholastic Basketball Tourney

Newton High School from Newton Kansas defeated Pueblo Colorado to reach the fourth bracket of the national interscholastic basketball championship. The win advances Newton to a semifinal berth set for tomorrow in Fitchburg Massachusetts where Minny faces Far and Antonio tangles with Salemi. A Baltimore teacher remarried his ex-wife after a five minute long distance courtship following a fifteen year divorce.

Uiversity Inal Bas-Ment Elimi Rz Westport Kansas City Todays Juhampions Fitchburg Mass Minny Far & P Antonio Salemis M. Newton Kan Pueblo Cola G.S. Mason Baltinere

Wichita man faces tax and penalty ruling

J Hudson McKnight of Wichita Kansas was ordered to pay income tax of 1832 and a penalty for failure to file his 1919 return after the board of tax appeals found a $25 250 profit on a 1919 land sale to the Wichita board of education valued at up to 128 000 by local dealers and the 1922 land value measured at 884. A widow’s estate valued at 500 000 is noted in the second part of the report while unrelated London and Cleveland suburb notes appear in the same column.

Washingon J. Hudson McKnight Wichita Kansas Board of Tax Appeals McKnight Board of Education of Revee Fair Mayo Kan Bya H. McKnight

Bribe Case Jury Receives Instructions on Verdict

The jury in the bribery case was instructed to decide solely by law and evidence. Defense and state attorneys argued over credibility and motives, with references to Governor Davis, Ben Johnson, and Russell Davis. The judge urged careful, truthful deliberation as the trial proceeded with closing arguments from both sides.

Heinz Ed. Rooney Col A. AM. Harvey John Connelly Young Davis Fred W. Pe Man Bank Onvict Heins Testia Russell

Lawrence Voter Guide Urges Qualified City Engineer for Commissioner

Lawrence citizens vote April 6 for a commissioner of Streets and Public Utilities. J L Constant, an engineer from Kansas University with six years’ experience, argues for a non political, businesslike city administration. He calls for water dept reform, annual city audits, and transparent handling of funds to meet bonded debt without new bonds.

Lawrence Water Department Supreme Court Kansas University

Praises Davis Expose Praises Courage in Office Bribery Case

Paul Heinz, county attorney, commends the Kansas City Journal-P for exposing pardons in the governor's office while jurors hear bribery charges against ex governor Jonathan M. Davis and his son Russell. The paper is praised for courage in publishing facts about crooks.

Topeka Kan Kansas City Journal-P Paul Heinz Jonathan M. Davis Russell Davis

May term jurors drawn for county court in early May

Judge Hugh Means issued a permanent order directing jury drawing for future panels. County officials selected thirty six names for the May term, to begin Monday May 8, with jurors reporting Monday May 3. The list includes residents from Lawrence Baldwin and Lecompton, among others.

Hugh Means Huch Hames E. €. Thussine Shevin Will Cummings Justices of the Peace J. GO. Lovejoy John W. Glark County Court House CG. B. Young Tennessee Street Dan Sellas Lecompton C. IL. Lemon Lawrence W. B. Pine North Lawrence L. M. Flory BR. G. Patterson Baldwins Wol Dyer Inw Springs Charles Cimmings Clinton George Frye Baldwin E. A. Bullock Reais Rat Baw Allen Lawrence Charles Kendall Kentuck Street Tf. Goff David L. Pasley Deay Vinland T. EB. Mel

Coed Javelin Star Emerges at USC Meet

A group of talented coed javelin throwers at the University of Southern California has taken up the sport, showcasing grace and athletic form. Several contenders have developed, with photographs highlighting their technique and progress.

University of Southern Californian

Dr Albert Woods Named New Director of Agriculture Work

Dr Albert Woods former president of the Marylang State varsity is appointed the new director of set work for the Department of Agriculture.

Albert Woods Marylang State Varsity Department of Agriculture

Purification for Health With Calotabs Advise

Physicians endorse purification to restore vitality. Take Calotabs thoroughly, once or twice weekly for weeks, to purify the system and improve health. Family package with directions available for 35 cents at drugstores.

Nature

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