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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 29, 1926
Page
4
The piece surveys editorial opinions on Senator McCormick’s defeat and town tax policies. It contrasts Emporia’s tax cuts with Fort Scott’s push to reduce tax burdens, urging municipalities to tighten finances to avoid levy increases. It also notes international debt talks and a Chicago gang shooting prompting calls to disarm criminals and curb machine gun use.
Kansas City newspaper man Fred Trigg spoke at a Coffeyville convention of women's clubs and did not compliment the Indies. He urged the audience to name one outstanding achievement by the Kansas club women, highlighting a pointed moment in the gathering.
The Independence Reporter notes how a public speaker risks losing the crowd by omitting facts on national growth since 1776 and rising exports. It mocks the idea of discussing gender and politics lightly, urging concrete figures to win popularity.
Fort Scott editor argues the Kansas legislature has rarely stretched school levies in twenty years. He cites rising operating costs, expansion, and perceived professional influence, urging tax reform to ease the five percent burden while maintaining adequate schools. He supports revenue from tobacco and amusements to reduce direct school levies and calls for tighter budgeting and cost control.
Historical column offers a jumble of small town happenings including livestock losses from disease a new stone crosswalk at Kentucky and Henry streets near the east side a dangerous well at the Loearian church corner a damaged Veriplont street residence being rebuilt and various local anecdotes about pets, crops, awards, and illnesses plus a late Easter poisoning scare and social items from twenty five years ago noted by readers.
Lawrence readers learn of the Lawrence Ministers Alliance plan for a year review of Sunday School work. Mrs Alder hosts the general review, with social events and entertaining gatherings noted. Additional items mention Mrs Butler, Mrs Barteldes, and Caren croquet party, plus Miss Rut Myers engagement and local society notes.
The article notes Hirchitue the Crown, age 25, celebrated in Janan. It mentions ongoing discussions about a proposed move to grade schools and a related issue from this month. John F Watts of the Fa Le Baptist church is listed as the first contact for the fannery project.
The Progressive aelgastian sociation founded six i national peeney for the inter zhings of informasion and exper. Lieste aowong parents turd efuentors lunaine to the improvement of school pravtice. It will apes its vane '21 voundation to do nation. James Brents Hill, new president at Nashville Chattangs, has rapid rise and is expected to head the department of commerce. He has broad railroad experience and has held multiple roles in division offices, leading to promotions.
The Douglas County W. C. T. U. institute was held with Mrs. Margaret Dill invited to speak. A chicken pie dinner was served in the church basement on Thursday April 29, with several local families attending.
A fragmentary community column lists visits and greetings among residents. Mr and Mrs Hugene Gibler entertained at dinner Sunday with Irene Katherine Davrol Jack and Will Stebbins in attendance. Mrs Tyank Bidinger and Mrs Andrew Jensen with children Mazel Lewis and Russell called on Mrs Gardner. The Missionary Society will meet Friday afternoon. Henry Dirk helped with room papering for Mrs Guy Roadabush. EDM Hutles and John Hurrell of Lawrence visited the neighborhood. The Harrells and Losh families were mentioned with several calls and visits. Mrs Eugene Giller ill but improving.
The Belleview community notes a Wednesday evening event featuring Truval Teathers club’s performance “Marans das Minstrel” with Lawrence and Freese among those mentioned. Beside the show, reports list student recognitions for perfect attendance, local visits, and upcoming teaching assignments at Baldwin and Belleview. Names include Jessie Anderson, Edna Duncan, Raymond Reed, Alberta Hadi, Geneva James, Flora Mayth Fredrick, Elevin Steese, and others amid a district gathering of baskets and locals.
United Press report states General Fen Yu-hbiang resigned his military command and announced a fund to distribute relief to victims of the recent Tientsin catastrophe. The fund, aimed at compensating those who suffered, totals about $35,000 in value of human life and property, with Feng himself contributing a large share by foregoing part of his salary.
The Lecompton Doug Institute session opened with Mrs. T. H. Pop presiding. Lalla P. led devotionals. Mrs. Mitch-Hand and Miss Webb spoke. Members pledged one dollar for a Joye gift. Talks covered parliamentary work duties of the secretary and methods to revive interest. A bountiful dinner followed and an exercise on law enforcement concluded. The group expressed sympathy for the bereaved families.
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