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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1926
Page
1
Fragmentary OCR shows a murder linked to a "beer racket" with prosecutors naming James Doherty Thomas Duffy and Patrick McSwiggin as key figures. Police investigated a fatal shooting during a pursuit of gang rivals while trials and eviction motives were discussed. Campaign against gangsters and arrests connected to Capone-era crime are noted alongside a pushed focus on dealers and social ties.
A tornado struck a film camp eighteen miles west of the Imperial Valley, demolishing the Metre-Goldwyn-Minyer set and injuring a production manager. The camp, in Wis, was reportedly destroyed and residents sought medical care as crews assessed damage and recovery plans.
A fragmentary notice from Leavenworth Kansas in April 2021 reports that Dr A F Yohe, prison physician for 20 years, was dismissed as an inspector arrives to temporarily assume duties amid an official investigation.
Kansas faces mild tonight and Friday with warm conditions. Impacts include possible rain in southern regions and local travel effects on affected routes near Arkansas City Coffex. Highs stay above seasonal norms as crews monitor icing and water accumulation on secondary roads.
Ambassadors and French negotiator Berenger presented a revised debt proposal to President Coolidge. If ratified by Congress and the French Parliament, the accord would complete the administration’s debt funding plan and ease the financial burden on both nations with long term payment terms and adjusted terms to improve handling.
A large crowd is expected for tomorrow morning's corner stone laying at the University Building at Kangas. Invitations have drawn replies from Kansas and nearby states. Distinguished guests include General Wilder, Fran McFarland, and Thomas A. Lee. Various civic and veterans groups are invited. The program includes music by the University band, remarks by Chancellor Lindley, and a short speech by a student.
An Interstate Commerce decision in Washington on April 20 criticizes Louis to Kansas shipping rates as unreasonable versus Chicago and Birmingham routes. Railroads must implement new rates by July 14, capping at $5.25 per net ton to Missouri River lines and certain Missouri points, and $3.49 to southwest Missouri and southeast Kansas destinations.
Baseball results from April 29 show the Braves narrowly defeating McGraws Giants 150 to 362 in a tight, error filled game. Other NL scores included Dodgers at Philadelphia and Reds at Pittsburgh with several key players contributing in late innings. A Yankees Senators tilt produced an 8 2 win for the Yankees as Ferguson and Collins.
Washington April 23 AP J reports farm relief questions rise to the Capitol front ranks as Congress and the White House weigh three bills. Haugen Tincher and Asbell measures divide lawmakers. Haugen seeks price stabilization funds of 175 million while loans to cooperatives draw presidential scrutiny. Republican and some Democratic backing grows with luncheons to build support.
Army dirigible TC 0 aborted its mooring after landing at Little Rock airport as deflation ordered to prevent a possible rupture. Skelark balloon prepared for national elimination balloons race at 4 20 p m while other entries depart at interval times. A campus incident report notes a student sprained ankle while roller skating near Kolek motor car campus walks.
Kansas City April 1 29.0A The federal government strikes a blow in a nationwide campaign against alleged fake remedies. Three grand jury indictments charge use of the pills to tee fraud and burning of three concert headquarters. Authorities say millions have been made.
Russian artist was to appear with Hiawatha Music program led by Dean TDy Swatfhowt and featuring University and Fine Arts faculty soloists. The program promises a one and a half hour concert with choral works, solos, and selections from The Land of Our Hearts.
The May term docket in Douglas County lists cases including embezzlement, theft, and liquor charges. Notable names tied to the Baker paper case and other local offenses appear, with dates set for jury deliberations and court appearances.
Swarthout professors Waldemar Gelleh Karl Kuer Steiner and Conrad McGrein led a university stringed tech recital. The concert featured pieces labeled Traurerei Schumaby Interlude in the Ancient and Andante with refinements noted for the audience today at lunch.
A fragmentary report notes a group of Shriners with about sixty musicians traveling from Wyandotte and Leavenworth counties toward Topeka for a temple event. Couples accompanied the procession, cars and crowds observed the early morning departure with bands and festive activity.
An elderly man died from injuries after slipping on an orange peel in a Niagara Falls street. The report notes a Canadian named Bobby Leach survived a falls ascent, with others attempting similar trips in the area.
The renowned conductor leads the Atinnes 7H phony orchestra in a two part program tomorrow at Tolade Times Hall. Matinees at 3, students admitted 33 cents, adults 2 dollars two concerts feature solos by Henry Williams and others, with works including Oberon and The Rustic Wi and a new solo piece.
The University of Kansas Men’s Student Council held its annual banquet last evening at Wiedman’s. Chancellor Lindley, Dean Te Dyer, and Professor Dawson attended as faculty guests. New officers were installed by T. Rienitts with remarks from Albert Peterson and Ted Sandborn.
Unclear text notes Paulen leaving Topeka late today with Kansas branch executive committee members of the American Bankers Association for a ten day conference in North Carolina. Mentions Topeka part 29 and radio sets.
Odd Fellows announce a new temple in Lawrence featuring a 1200 seat Universal Chain Theaters venue. The theater will be on the north part of the building with a main hall on the second floor and a community hall on the first. The project includes a $4 million turnkey plan with design by the Universal firm and talks with Topeka and Joplin theaters.
A late night incident near Frontenac left a woman dead from a head wound after a dispute with a male companion who claimed to have jumped from the car. He later recanted parts of his story, saying they argued and he hit her, causing a fatal injury. The couple had been dating about a year. The girl’s parents were notified in Liberal. Local radio service noted.
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