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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 24, 1929
Page
4
A 1929 Law rences Kansas notice explains a class three post card and delivery by 7 p.m. readers should call 48 and 2 copy will be sent promptly. Also mentions a column titled A Growing Company and a Micah quote about teaching paths. The text notes Mexican armies and a predicted knockout, reflecting a period editorial tone.
Governor Reed's tax code commission began its first meeting in 1929 with a December 1 deadline to draft an equitable tax system. The move reflects a bold new approach to taxation and draws statewide interest as it may influence national debates on prohibition and law enforcement under President Hoover.
Hugh S. Gibson presents a plan to measure naval power across nonidentical fleets. The proposal would allow Britain to keep many light cruisers, the United States to field heavier ships, and France to rely on submarines, all within an agreed strength formula. Europe has shown strong interest in the approach.
The Illinois lower house votes to repeal the enforcement law as liquor debates flare. The Leviathan passengers return home to find liquor easily available, raising questions if the state truly desires a liquor return or is swayed by propaganda. Germany’s rejection of the allied basis for reparations negotiations leaves a pyrrhic victory in economic talks. Hoover appeals for observance of law as some prefer thinking to drinking sugar moon.
Nogales Ariz April 24 AP Scores of Americans stranded on the Mexican side when revolutionary authorities closed the border were permitted to return to U S soil at 3 o'clock. The gate had closed amid reports of rebel and federal clashes at Masiaca and a U S artillery battery was moved to Nogales as General Cochen met with General Escobar. The border closure was announced to last from midnight to dawn.
April 26 and 27 will see the Mid Continent Oil Scouts and Land Men's Association gather in Wichita with over 200 members from Kansas and Oklahoma expected to attend. E J Gordon in charge notes a proposed merger with the National Scouts' Association as a key agenda item, with R T Lutz and a Texas New Mexico Louisiana representative slated to discuss the plan.
Pittsburg Kansas April 24 AP fight high school orchestras the largest number ever entered will take part Friday April 26 in the large orchestra division. Conductors listed include Claude Killick T F Coulter Charles McCray Glenn Ratledge Paul Guestert Emile Michaux and others. orchestras range from seventy five to ninety five players. Smaller groups will join a separate division.
Brief archival note mentions an event in 1875 connected to an industrialist named Av in Kansas history. Fragmentary text provides limited context on order or actions, with no clear dates or outcomes.
In Council Grove Kansas a historic treaty oak frames memories of the Santa Fe Trail era. Emissaries pledged peaceful passage to Osage lands in 1825, a pact later memorialized as the town’s name. The aging tree stands beside notes of Mission Kaw Cur tis schooling and other local lore as residents recount the area’s western frontier heritage.
Oil industry leaders meet in New York to decide on curtailing crude production to 1928 levels or pursuing a voluntary plan under the federal oil conservation board. Opposing views stress antitrust risks and the need for a global, cross-border conservation pact for lasting impact.
Bishop James Cannon Jr of the Methodist Episcopal Church south arrived on the White Star liner Olympic in New York. He declined to be disturbed by a wireless message from Congressman La Guardia asking why he traveled on a wet ship to worship abroad. He said the message was an attempt at sensationalism and preferred a dry ship if choosing between port launches. Separate note: Mr and Mrs Charles Klaumann of Iola attended the Lawrence Relays. Klaumann is a KU football alumnus from 1905-06.
In De Soto the Pleasant floor club gathered with Mrs Net tie Chambers and Mrs Muriel Morse at Mrs Chambers home. Rolls included Superstitious Beliefs read by Marie Cramer and Morse. Contests won by Mrs Wilma Baker and Mrs Daingstrath and Mrs Mae Blaylock, prize to Mrs Longstreth. Refreshments served. favors were rose shaped nut cups. Several local residents attended birthdays and quilt block exchange events, with notes of visitors and social calls throughout the week. A storm prompted many to seek caves and cellars Saturday evening.
Kanwaka Boys and Girls 4-H Club plans a Saturday night meeting on April 27 at Virginia Folks home No. 6 1. Various local families are noted visiting relatives and attending dinners with Emmetts Piersons Seatin and Elliott families are mentioned alongside engagements and gatherings. A Farm Bureau reed-work lesson is scheduled with Kanwaka group activity continuing through the week.
Miss Mabel Shaw hosted a dinner with Gladys and Madalene Shaw and hosted guests from Lawrence. Kanwaka Literary Club met April 18 with Mrs. Willis Colman. roll call on Flowers. L H Petetish resignation accepted and Mrs Beattie Golins elected. School notes cover Kanwaka and Enterprise teachers, honor rolls, spelling contests, and recent visits.
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