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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Apr 30, 1926
Page
4
A World: Company WL. C.-Simons urges readers to ensure delivery of their Journal-World on time and notes a copy will be sent if not received. The item criticizes the Gazette for proposing a fancy name change for a home campaign and questions the reasoning behind it while calling the public to observe the institution.
Readers comment on the Taw genee Choral Union and Music Week events noting tired but happy performers after season finales. Citizens in Lawrence and a school authority remark on rising musical interest and instrument participation amid broader peace and financial settlement talks.
Vague OCR snippet hints at congressional posture on debt matters and majority position. Mentions potential stance by parties and individuals, but content is incomplete and names or dates do not clearly resolve.
In Lawrence last Tuesday J Sweeney hosted a social at the home of Samuel Mazon with croquet and games and a substantial supper. Mr Graves of Brownell New York visits. Major Gum and I D Farnsworth observe bridge work. crews prepare to test salvage on the bridge wreck as water fills the gap. White's precincts see a strong turnout for the season’s first public event.
A historic item notes Norman McGillvray who fell from a stand pipe near University Hill months ago has not walked since. He is confined to crutches with lasting paralysis from the waist down. The text mentions university events, a class rivalry, and an afternoon reception with social details and names, reflecting a past campus scene and community notices.
Philadelphia April 29 A chorus of the States is planned as a musical feature for the Independence Day celebration marking the semi centennial of the Republic. The Sesysl Centennial Musical Itmen will include citizen singers from each state city and community with quartets. Local groups may combine to form units if funds do not allow four singers. Membership cards will be issued and music provided at no charge.
Maritoric and husband transfer Walter & w 5 and Po 24 Ur Place Annex for $2 and other valuable consideration. Millard F Hudson and Frank D Whipple convey 110 acres in the Southeast quarter of section 34 township 13 range 19 Eastland to Mary M Skinner. Other valuable consideration. The second Window Lettering Lesson will appear next Monday.
A 1926 Kansas University ceremony marking the corner stone of the Union Memorial Building recalls 129 KU men who died in World War I. The speaker laces in classical allusion, warns against pacifism, laments educational neglect of constitutional knowledge, and urges teaching US history and the Constitution to resist “Huns and Vandals” within. The piece blends memorial purpose with a call for civic education and national unity.
The commentary argues the flood narrative reflects ancient views of divine wrath and human sin, urging a shift from fear to love of God. It highlights Noah’s covenant, the rainbow as beauty amid storms, and the message that God’s care remains even in catastrophe. It emphasizes optimistic faith that all things work for good for those who love God.
Physicians say perfect purification is nature's health base. Purify your system with Calotabs once or twice weekly for several weeks. Calotabs are the greatest system purifiers. Get a 3 family package with directions for 85 cents at drugstores.
Rome reports Premier Mussolini vows Fascism will not alter its iron hand or prearranged program despite threats or attempts on his life. He addresses a chamber session praising stability and continued control over Italy’s destiny. A separate notice from Brussels reports Prince Victor Napoleon Bonaparte, son of Napoleon III, suffered a stroke and remains in critical condition at his Meudon residence.
A Bonner Springs dinner honored Penelope Park on her fourth birthday. Eudora rural high school hosted a lawn party with sophomore orchestra, games, and treats. Nearby, Arch Roe visited Topeka, and Mr and Mrs Vanes Grimes joined relatives for Sunday visits.
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