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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 18, 1935
Page
4
The article discusses President Roosevelt's plan to fund a census of the unemployed using 15 million from a 4 billion work relief appropriation. It also reports on the unauthorized Dun & Bradstreet forecast that predicted a sharp near-term recovery, clarifying the firm’s stance and noting a slower pace of improvement ahead.
Senator Harrison drafts a bill to permit immediate cash or bond options for veteran bonus certificates. The President warns no forecast on action. Bonds pay 3 percent, certificates maturing yield 4 percent. bonds are negotiable and cash now can be obtained by selling them. If all take bonds, government cost rises by 500 million dollars versus holding to maturity. The aim is to resolve the perennial bonus issue.
A Boston Transcript editorial from June 29, 1861 expresses confidence the Civil War will end quickly with minimal casualties. It closes with praise for General Winfield Scott as the heroic symbol of national faith, noting the Royal portion of the country and its trust in him.
An account notes how editors overpraised General Scott as America’s greatest living military genius, but the July Bull Run defeat showed age and timing could not sustain him. McClellan, age 35, was chosen to lead as Scott’s influence waned, ending a era of long, steady command.
In the Old Home Town a Women’s Auxiliary at the YMCA launches a cake baking contest to raise funds for the building’s deficit. They aim for 500 contestants who bake cakes to be delivered April 29 with prizes and auctions supporting the Association.
Forties era notes report in depth: Louise Wiedemann Eva Butler and Gertrude Bs de Havens in city offices, H Sheldon opening abstract business above Leis drug, and a bicycle recovered by Marshal Jeans. A depot streetcar brake failure caused platform damage and a horse’s death. Lawrence students and faculty prepare for the Kansas Academy of Language and Literature meeting in Emporia with several locals traveling.
Topeka police probe the rooming house killing of Charles F. Highfill found with a heart wound and a blackjack. Morton County rural schools plan vacation until rains settle dust. escaped convict Fred McPherson captured in Topeka. reforms at the state reformatory. Emporia gas rates cut to save $26,000 yearly starting May 1.
Two years into marriage James and Jane Stim gon face growing differences. Jana lacks youthful spark while James tires of Jane's Northrup relatives. A new hired firm calms tensions as James vows not to bring Jane to Topeka again.
Jane Northrup hosts an elaborate anniversary dinner funded by her rich father, while husband James grouses over expense and status. A playful but sharp exchange over money and ambition strains their marriage, as guests laugh and Jane airs pointed impressions of others.
Jupiter Bear and friends ride the rocking horse until Jelly Bear is toppled as cracks split the toy. Honey Bear and Honey admit a strain, while the horse breaks apart and becomes bonfire fuel. The scene ends with the Puddle Muddlers singing farewell as tomorrow brings “Digging for Wealth.”
A New York Academy article notes speech as the key human distinction and describes two new electrical tools for deaf-mutes. The audio amplifier with phonograph guidance assists residual hearing to form sound patterns, while the telefactor enables tactile hearing. Early training combines lip reading, eye input, amplified sound, and vibrations to teach speaking and sound recognition, though still experimental. Tomorrow-Schizophrenia section follows.
The Washington Square college at New York University will offer a scholarship to the unpublished author submitting the finest collection of rejection slips. Fannie Hutt and Christopher Morley will assist in judging. Five points per slip and extra points for encouraging notes accompany the submissions, with a prize of $228,000 mentioned in the piece.
The rivers and harbors bill cleared the House under a Democratic administration in an unusual display of cross party accord. The wheel chair bound Joe Mansfield, head of the committee, led a rare bipartisan celebration as the measure moved toward uncertain fate in the Senate while highlighting past service and a historic vote.
Alsa Deming Nicholson writes to the Journal-World from Portland Oregon quoting fond memories of Kansas and Lawrence. She recalls family ties to Deming and Nicholson families, praises Kansas alumni gatherings, and notes a 250 acre Oregon ranch while lamenting drought and Prohibition repeal.
Washington FaDaybook notes the House passed a rivers and harbors appropriation of about 272 million dollars. The piece contrasts this action with prior decades when such bills rarely cleared Congress, suggesting a change in congressional tone or process amid brief remarks on timing and context.
Dr J M Mott city health officer reports one smallpox case tied to a high school student and several pupils under observation. He urges vaccination for those not vaccinated in the last five years and notes many children are now seeking shots. State board of health data show earlier mild epidemics with dozens of cases in nearby counties.
In San Antonio on April 18 workers at Finch cigar factory confronted strikers after a month of wage protests. Police and deputies restored order as workers surged from the plant ripping sign boards. Picketing halted temporarily amid the clash.
Porteau Okla Apr 18 Earl Speer was sentenced to eleven years after a district court jury convicted him of manslaughter in a January 25 killing near Whitesboro The victim Dent Cress died in a poker game dispute Speer claimed Cress owed him money
A detailed listing of Thursday through Saturday broadcasts from KMBC WREN WDAF and other stations. Notes include show times and performers like Buddy and Gloger, the Pennsylvanians, George Healy, Beatrice Lie, Cyril nte, and many orchestras. Also lists the marriage license for Mantoy C. Dade and Bessie M. Hankammer.
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