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Newspaper

Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Apr 12, 1926

Page

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Women Demand Strong Enforcement of Prohibition Laws

A witness group including Mrs Peabody and Sen Reed urged strict enforcement of the dry laws before a committee. They argued prohibition strengthens families, aids children, and improves conditions for the poor, while acknowledging illicit liquor exists. Several speakers cited moral and social benefits as they supported federal and local enforcement efforts.

Civieal Rood Oklaema Peabody H. Silverthorn Federation of B Foreign Mission America Ami

Final Hotel Plan To Be Known Soon

Plans for a five story addition to the Elmbridge hotel are under review by W G Dubsen. Architects design a structure connecting with the existing unit, with a dining hall banquet room coffee shop and ballroom. Decision on a five story build is expected soon with fall completion possible.

Ehiridge W. G. Dbutsen Apam Tirsen Edo Slutson

Old County Fair Spin Turns Night into Lively Revel

Merry crowd fills the Delta Zeta and Alpha Gamma Delta booths at the annual KV vivial. Stunts by local fraternities and sororities draw prizes for best displays as the Haw organization controls the fairgrounds. Names of groups and misread phrases reflect a bustling pageant of campus life with prizes awarded for creative exhibits.

Robinson Gee Delta Zeta Janes Si Galing Pedleys Mivha Omicron Booth Kamanve Langue Alpha Gamma Delta Alna Tau Omewa Haw Ube Lhe Weiriong

Weather notice for Ottawa predict muddy roads

In the west and north portions of the city the forecast mentions unsettled conditions and cooler temperatures. Tonight and Tuesday show combined low temperatures around the mid thirties with possible mist and wet roads. yesterday’s maximum reached 48 with a low near freezing.

Ottawa

Stage Set for Elks Memorial Show Tonight At Bowersock

The stage is set for the Elks Memorial show at Bowersock Theatre tonight with the premiere this evening and a matinée yesterday. The program features a chorus performance followed by five short acts after a week of rehearsals. Tickets may be reserved at the theater for the event.

Bowersock Theatre

Bank Flurry Eases After US Funds Arrive

US money totaling 43 million dollars and Cuban funds of 14 million arrived in Tiwana and Havana easing bank run fears at Royal Bank of Canada and National City Bank of New York. Small depositors had withdrawn funds amid crisis as 80 million dollars moved to meet demand while crowds formed, pickpockets appeared, and a general anxious atmosphere persisted. A separate note mentions emigres seeking to overthrow the Soviet regime, while a Parent Teachers Council meeting is announced for Liberty Memorial high school with president Mrs. W.L. Ou. The Brotherhood League discusses umpire duties and resin use by pitchers, and a Missouri contractor group files a rate discrimination complaint with the public service commission. Radio service noted as Douglas Radio.

Tiwana A.P United States Cuba Key West Florida Royal Bank of Canada National City Bank of New York Russz Th Conferens Parent-Teachers Council Coune Liberty Memorial High School Totrelock WL Ou. Alamiston

Murder and buried fortune swirl in Marks death case

Tulsa man CR Marks was found dead in a private Tulsa garage. Investigators pursue murder theory with clues of a Massachusetts cemetery grave map and a hidden fortune. Relatives from Oklahoma Iowa and Massachusetts converge, while notes and a key hint at funeral expenses and a concealed stash. The police seek a new form of murder involving a car exhaust and chloroform.

Kansas City Massachusetts CR. Marks Tulsa Okla Marks Oklahoma Iowa Davenport Sing Louis Marks Concord Mass Lou Gladstone Bar

Trial unfolds at hotel in San Diego for Colonel Williams

Witnesses describe Colonel Williams's behavior during Brigadier General Butler's visit amid rumors of intoxication. Captain Cates notes no clear alcohol on breath and says drinks may have included nonalcoholic options. Major Rowell testifies Williams was unsteady and pale, with debates over the nature of the beverages and sobriety. The court martial proceeds, focusing on alleged drunken conduct at the Coronade hotel.

Marine Base San Diego Clifton B. Cate Alexander Jhetel del Coronade Mareth Sared Li Butler Ales Williams Coronade Cates Coronel Wellane Rowell Colonel Williams Rowall Norv Smedhey Kroons Toops Ross Rowell Marine Aviation Unit North Island Judge Advocate Intel

Check charge suspect arrested in Lawrence arrest

An unidentified man about 50 named J T Harper was arrested on suspicion of passing checks yesterday morning around 5 45 As per a pass check on the First National Bank of Raymond Washington showing a 835 000 deposit the man used the name VW VP Hartman He arrived in Lawrence a week ago and sought work at the Chamber of Commerce and Farm Bureau He deposited 20 cash at Temple State Bank on April for collection and a 200 check on April 8 drawn on a bank in Bingham Utah He also had pass and check books from Bingham and Alamosa Colorado made out to M H R Hampton Local police learned he had given 38 for a watch at A M jewelry store and a 10 check to Army stores company He is being held in the city jail in connection with outstanding checks and possible further arrests Shecriff Ira Cramer of Alamo College requested his release if he is captured later

Alamosa Colo M. HR. Wampton A. M Army Stores Company People's Bank Ira AL Cramer Alamo Cole H. Hampton Alamasa Authority Lawrence House Ywlen Thy

L H S To Sponsor Judging Contest

The fifth annual Northeast Kansas Stock and Grain Judging Contest will be held at Lawrence High School on Thursday April 15, under the vocational agriculture department. About fifteen teams of six from area high schools will compete in morning grain judging at the Lawrence gym and afternoon stock judging at nearby farms. A noon luncheon at the Chamber of Commerce will be provided by Farm Bureau ladies and two organizations.

Northeast Kansas Vocational Agriculture Department Lawrence High School William RB. Essick Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Baren Lancheon I. C. Cogalizer Some Wiseth Amd

Booze Stash Found After Car Search Near White School

City officers discovered about eight quarts of altered alcohol in a valise near the White schoolhouse north of Lawrence while searching for a stolen car. Clifford Tenpenny and Leon Denning, arrested after fleeing, were charged with willfully possessing intoxicating liquor for personal use and held for county prosecution. Denning admitted the car, reported stolen from his garage, belonged to him. Both men remained in county jail under state authority.

Clifford Tenpenny Leon Denning Rhode Island Iet Cty Henry Smith Fred Fogler John Ingalls White School House Lawrence L. C. Denning Rhode Island Street Denning Tenpenny

Rob Theater Safes Across Kansas In Early Morning Heists

In Pittsburg, Yeremen cracked the Shrine Mosque safe, stealing about $200 after a minstrels show. A Joplin theater safe was found looted for about $700. Elk County banks near Topeka shut as officials confirm two banks closed and one failed to reopen, with no word on others.

Pittsburg Kans Yeremen Joplin Elk County Topeka Kan Stateng Department Oline National Bank Ellis State Bank Ether Bank

Audit report notes partial completion during absence

State auditor records indicate that the majority of the work is finished while the auditor is away. Operations will continue under the supervision of Mr. Holly and Atwater Kent Radio-Hanna during the interim.

Holly

Likely Kansas Governor Run Discussed at Democrat Rally

Parsons April 12 A P reports Jonathan M Davis, former governor nominee, may be introduced as Kansas next governor at a Third District Democratic rally. Davis attends the event where Dudley Doolittle Thian Tlill and Mrs Ed Parker are slated speakers as several hundred Democrats gather.

Ed Parker

Handling News Delph Simons Describes the Associated Press

Delph Simons discusses the Associated Press structure and purpose as a news cooperative. He explains how twelve hundred member papers share and coordinate reporting, split expenses, and flash important news nationwide within minutes, highlighting diversity and nonpartisan ethos.

Delph Simons Luneheo Simmons Tiere Werth Journal-World Topeka Zset Associated Dress To Ie Associated Press Simons Chi Y Mvic

Farewell to Peairs at Chamber Luncheon

H B Peairs longtime Haskell Institute superintendent and new Indian service general superintendent will be guest of honor at the weekly Chamber of Commerce luncheon tomorrow noon. Members must reserve by tonight to help the office plan preparations.

H. B. Peairs Haskell Institute Alfo Chamber of Commerce Peairs Washington, D.C

Water Carnival Tickets On Sale At KU Campus And Downtown

The Women’s Athletic Association announces Dream Waters the Water Carnival at the University of Kansas for Wednesday and Thursday evenings. Tickets cost seventy five cents with fifteen cents handling and are available downtown at Round Corner drug store and on campus. Tickets must be obtained at the Women’s Physical Education Office for reservation. Stock prices sink sharply in New York as short selling and bear attacks intensify with rail and industrial issues hitting new lows for the year.

Women’s Athletic Association University of Kansas Round Corner Women's Physical Education Department New York Inday

Lawrence Music Week Seeks Patrons For Festival Year

The Lawrence Magic Festival Association solicits patrons to fund and attend Music Week events to sustain a week of choral and orchestral concerts. Tickets include The Messiah recital by Lawrence Choral Union and performances by University groups, local schools, and visiting soloists.

Lawrence Magic Festival Association Robinson Gymnasium Weel Patro Ot Weelkk Doris Habresa Wiawatha Correé Chamber of Lawrence Middle West Lindsborg Messia Kans Universite Theawrence Choral Union University of Ikangas Public Schools of Ming Ernestine Sehuann-Heink Thursda Choral Union Caleridge-Taylor Minneapolis Syimphony Orchestrat Het i Veriruggben

Large Methodist meeting brings record turnout in Lawrence

A weekend gathering of the Free Methodist Church in Lawrence drew a large attendance. The session featured a conference address by secretary QO Je een “Tram Up the Child” and a tone of heartfelt thanks. Also noted were Beta Kappa initiation plans at the University of Kansas and local Farm Bureau clubs meeting with leaders including Mrs. St. Winter and Miss Elizabeth Randie.

Tree Methodist Church Lawrence Farm’ Bureau Lecompton and Winter Farm Buseau Elut St. Winter Elizabeth Randie

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