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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 19, 1926
Page
2
The excerpt argues that no law including the eighteenth amendment or the Woolstead act is universally obeyed. It notes defiance by some politicians and widespread appetite for intoxicants, framing the issue as enforcement rather than universal compliance.
New York April 19 Ebbert Ho Gary chairman of United States Steel Corporation hinted at retirement at the Hoboken annual meeting saying it will soon be time to say goodbye while affirming the company’s stability for stockholders and public welfare. He noted a possible future stock dividend though not definite.
Miss Margaret Larkin, 26, University of Kansas graduate and former publicity handler for Passaic mill strikers, has become a leading figure as strikes enter the twelfth week. With injunctions limiting picketing and many leaders jailed, Larkin coordinates relief efforts and supports strikers while previously unfamiliar with labor fights.
About 400 Kansas dentists along with several out of state leaders gather in Wichita for the Kansas Dental Association annual convention. Topics include malocclusions of the mandible and dental infection with talks by Dr. Arthur Black and others, plus exhibits and social events.
Washington reports a draft administration bill to expand coast guard powers search beyond four league limit and condemn liquor boats. It also allows swap of 180 treasury liberty meters for fast boats and authorizes retired military in enforcement. Officials plan talks in London with Treasury and State on anti smuggling steps.
The state board of agriculture reports frost has slowed growth in Kansas wheat and caused spotted damage to oats and barley while moisture remains ample. Alfalfa stands largely lost with spring seeding underway in southern counties. Pastures green up slowly, cattle influx from Texas strains feed supplies in Flint Hills, and orchards see some losses though apples and cherries stay safe.
Reporters note buds on peach and pear trees largely unharmed by late March and early April cold. D Barton and D Barton pears show limited bloom, while T. KF. Griese nursery says peaches pears and later fruits suffered little. Some apricots in Lawrence escaped effects, and last night’s frost likely caused no damage per Mr. Griese.
The Supreme Court refused to hear the appeal of William P. Colbeck and associates convicted of holding up Staunton postmaster in May 1925. They argue the verdict rested on incompetent testimony while serving time at Leavenworth.
A volcanic eruption at Mauna Lua sent lava toward the sea yesterday. Hoopulon village was covered by fifty feet of molten rock, destroying fifteen buildings. Birth notice announces Richard Wayne Cory born to Mr and Mrs E Cory of Eu dora on April 18 at 5 am. Greek and Italian leaders deny reports of a Turkey agreement.
A compact schedule listing radio programs by station across the nation. It notes time slots for operas, concerts, lectures, markets, weather, and talks from stations such as WEAF WHA WNYC WJR KFSD KF, with highlights like The Mikado opera and various orchestra performances.
John Miles of Sydney Mines N S W sets a new marathon world record on the Boston A A A patriots day run with a time of 2 hours 23 minutes 40.5 seconds. Clarence De Mar Melrose previous 1924 record stood at 2 29 40 15. Alben Stenroos finishes second about five minutes back with 2 29 40.0. De Mar finishes third and Albert R Michelsen of Port Chester N W is fourth.
A period advertisement argues that a proprietary medicine must prove merit and meet competition. It cites Lydia E Pinkham's Vegetable Compound after fifty years of success as a dependable standard remedy and urges women to have confidence. Rankin's Drug Store at 1101 Mass. carries all shade dyes.
Mrs Eliza Dolbee wife of the late P A Dolbee died at her home 1301 Rhode Island street last evening She is survived by her brother A G Emmett of Lakeview and her children Cora Dolbee Myrtle Dolbee and George Dolbee The funeral will be held from the home Tuesday morning at 10 30 oclock Rev Wilson M Bachus will have charge of the services.
Claude L. Scott reports the state convention of the Kansas Association of Commercial Organization Secretaries will be held in December in Lawrence. The Manhattan meeting last Saturday highlighted Joseph F. Leopold of the U S Chamber of Commerce as a key figure. A marriage license was issued to Henry Beguelin and Bertha Lombard, with Rev. F M Testerman performing the ceremony. Eugene B. Frank and Fame Melton of Kansas City were granted a license and married by Rev. John F. Watts.
Grandmother praised mustard for congestion and colds but warned of burning plasters. Musterole offers a clean white ointment with oil of mustard to rub in and relieve sore throats bronchitis tonsillitis croup stiff neck asthma neuralgia and general pains without blistering.
A sermon stresses that society must uproot vices likened to weeds in the garden of God. Dr Hislop defines vice as a good thing gone wrong and warns the fight against drink-related evils rooted in home life and fellowship.
A discussion on repeal of the Eighteenth Amendment features quotes from Dr. Hislop and Rev. Cha. Richards. The article notes ongoing Prohibition debates in Congress, social church activities, and parish notices including group meetings and a spring party at the Carolyn Tea Room.
To Dr W B Caldwell of Monticello a physician for 47 years it seemed cruel that many constipated infants and children were kept stirred up and nearly sick by harsh laxatives. His Syrup Pepsin provides gentle natural bowel regularity without griping or upset and is safe and pleasant for sickly children.
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