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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 06, 1925
Page
4
A fragmented excerpt from a 1925 issue discusses the value of peace over turmoil and notes Kansas wealth relies more on factory output than wheat. It highlights Kansas as a leading producer whose factories outvalue agricultural value per capita despite grain prominence. The piece references the state’s resources and the idea that wheat contributes only about nine percent of annual state income.
A speaker argues inheritance tax is unfair, penalizing thrift and rewarding extravagance. The piece contrasts two men from the same community, one educated and prosperous, the other idle, showing how the tax scheme benefits the former’s heirs while burdening the latter’s family. The argument extends to critique of taxation from cradle to grave and mentions a boxing commission decision.
A Kansas City Journal-Post excerpt discusses phony checks propping up a Long Island real estate boom and questions the longevity of profits. It quotes Jonathan M Davis era tensions over Mulberry schools, noting embezzlement claims against Li B. Tucker and governor Davis’ influence on education governance.
Premier Stanley M Bruce of Australia attends a grand entertainment prepared for the visiting American fleet. He is described as the youngest prime minister among the dominions and notes a meteoric rise since entering the Commonwealth parliament after his return.
From our old files a report lists the Lawrence Baseball Club directors selecting the first nine players Fe W. Du Crandall Knight eo George Fh T.B. Cosley and others. Dartmouth graduate T. Gage Tothe State University and principal Coley are noted in ancillary lines. Twenty five years ago a McKinley Roosevelt Rough Rider Club organization was planned in Marion Township with speeches by Elliot Hook Tom Harley and others. Also mentions camping at Stiners Grove and a Union service at Plymouth Church led by Rev. W. G. Banker.
The July 1825 weather record notes extreme Kansas heat early month with a 142 degree high at Medicine Ledge and Macksville, followed by cooler, near normal conditions later. Rainfall varied, Jetmore seeing 8.75 inches while Norton recorded 3.30 inches, with statewide sunshine near normal and drought damaging crops in places.
A battered Potts and Bob, two vagabonds, sit by a rain swept campfire under a trestle in Granite Gorge. Potts reads a crossword while Spike Nelson bursts into the scene with a menacing spike arm, as the two men size each other up and prepare for danger ahead.
Vehicle found five miles northeast of Elk City, Oklahoma, believed to be used by three bandits who robbed He Thayer Bank yesterday. Car contained fifty dim, a large number of tacks used to puncture pursuing cars. Ban dits possibly headed toward Arkansas City. no trace of them. Also notes the death of Gladys Marie Bulis Hyatt at 25, born November 21, 1899, daughter of R. C. Bulis, with survivors and funeral details.
Excelsior notes Mrs Flora and family hosted several visitors Monday evening including Helen Marie Mrs Mary Peffly and Eva. Others named include Tom Gilliland Vane Kring W G Jessee L W Haas and family. Local notices mention Baldwin visitors and Glen Flora's group at Charlie Elm home that evening. Also advertisement for Moll's Butter and crust bread urging grocers to stock product.
The Collegiate Trio of Ottawa University will give a concert Monday at the First Baptist church corner Eighth and Kentucky. The group includes Donald A. Smith tenor Paul Goodman pianist and organist Herschel McKinney bass and sexophonist entertainer. The trio offers a full evening program of wholesome high class entertainment. Admission is invited.
Report from Boulogne notes Gertrude Ederle of the United States preparing to swim the English Channel next weekend. Fellow entrants Lilian Harrison of Argentina and Ispach Helmy of Egypt joined in the morning dip at Cape Gris-Nez with Ederle in excellent condition.
A report notes the establishment of accident prevention in schools, formerly part of safety work taught at public schools but terminated with vacation periods. The item reflects a restart of safety education programs previously halted during breaks.
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