Klan Parade Draws 50,000 To Capitol Parade Route
Washington D C Aug 8 heavy Klan procession estimated at 50 000 members moved from the capitol to the treasury then to the Washington monument for an outdoor ceremony Thousands of spectators lined blocked roped avenues as Klansmen in varied robes and visors rode on horseback and on foot amid police guards and sentinels The display included a hooded rider carrying an American flag and a black colonials garb figure in powdered wig Also notes Topeka state bank officials say banks should not force farmers to sell wheat to meet debts except in rare cases where bank loans require it and only after careful review of local conditions
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Protests Over Lynching Reach National Officials
A P telegram from the National Association for the Advancement of Colored People urges Missouri officials to stop mob killings. The missive, sent to Judge Gary and Gov Baker, argues lynching is America’s shame and calls for federal anti lynching laws.
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Justice Department asked to aid in Excelsior Springs lynching probe
Missouri officials moved to appoint a special grand jury to investigate the lynching of Walter Mitchell in Excelsior Springs. Prosecutor Ray Cummins said there would be no investigation, while Attorney General Otts insisted the governor can demand assistance and pursue prosecutions if needed.
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Raymond Cummins
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Liberty
Jefferson City
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Baker
Theria
Miller County
Lae A. R
Roberto Qotto
Chicago
Toassist
Ray Cummins
Clay County
Excelsior
Increase in Week Bank and Trust Figures Shows Demand
The week reveals gains in bank and trust company deposits with overall increases in savings and demand accounts. Analysts note a $19 million rise in deposits alongside a smaller $18 million uptick in related categories, while total assets edge higher.
Weather Bulletin Notes Near Normal Temps Across Plateau Region
A fragmented weather item notes near normal temperatures across the plateau region with occasional clouds and brief mentions of a cool and cloudy pattern. It references Pitts and a forecast of generally mild conditions with minimal rainfall.
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Expel s Young Soldier at Custer Michigan August 8
A concise report notes a disciplinary action against a young soldier at Custer Michigan on August 8. The item mentions expulsion from service settings and deter technical details.
Oil Men Begin Trip Back East Today
Aug 8 marks the start of a special oil camp venture as oil field veterans from Bradford, Pa., head to Tulsa and then back east to celebrate the home week and centennial. Ninety travelers, many former Bradford citizens, plan to attend the Bradford celebration in a trip that links oil pumpers and shooters across four generations.
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Browning Adoption Under Scrutiny After Poison Attempt
Edward W. W. Browning, wealthy real estate operator, faced a dramatic day as Louise Mary Spas admitted taking poison in a Kew Gardens home bathroom after alleged “nasty things” said about Browning. Investigators say Mary was aged 21, which could void her adoption. Browning wrestled with whether to keep her as his child, while authorities probe the adoption’s morality and legality.
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New Methodist School Plans University in Kansas City
A new university to be established by the Methodist Episcopal Church with city chamber cooperation. The institution aims for a distinctly religious standard grade and will occupy a 147 acre Hewitt tract. Key figures include Wallach Campbell Bowling Ferguson Spencer Lyons Fore and editor Leslie Lyons. Dr. Albright cited.
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Fred Trigg to Speak at Eldridge Hotel Cornerstone Ceremony
Fred Trigg of the Kansas City Star will be the chief speaker at the Eldridge Hotel cornerstone laying ceremony in Lawrence. The 4:30 p.m. program includes a brief history by William E. Connelley and remarks by Lawrence officials, with invocations and songs led by local pastors.
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New Dust Mix Proposed to Prevent Coal Dust Explosions
Washington August 8 The bureau of mines has begun a campaign for using non inflammable dust in coal mines to blanket coal dust and prevent explosions. Tests show a mixture of sixty to seventy five percent non inflammable dust with coal dust effectively halts explosion risks. Lime stone gypsum and anhydrite were named as available dusting materials.
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C P A Picnic Plans For Community Event At Holcom Grove
The annual C P A picnic near Lawrence at Holcoms Grove aims for about 3000 attendees if weather allows. Local attorney 4 B Wilson will give the principal address, with Dr P Hults directing singing. Morning baseball by Elk Knot Holers, afternoon Belgiar club versus Lone Star, and evening dancing. Bring dinners for noon picnic dinner and enjoy lemonade and a food booth.
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Lone Star Aggregation
CASE MAY BAR GALLOWS TO SAVE A LIFE IN MURDER CASE
Chicago August 8 A P The fight to save a husband from the gallows may reshape capital punishment policy as lawyers criminologists and psychiatrists discuss insanity links in Russell Scott case Scott ordered confined in Chester state hospital after a jury found insanity developed since his February 14 1925 murder of Joseph Mauter a drug clerk in a robbery Henry Chamberlin and Dr Philip Yar-row warn of far reaching effects and suggest a state alienists commission to judge condemned mens sanity while a lay jury is deemed unqualified A Salina Kan Mrs Logan Townsend 33 of Edgewater Colo was killed when her husband s car crashed into a telephone pole near Salinas her neck broken her year old son injured No Police Court was held this morning a few vagrants were jailed George Riling and family from St Charles Ill visiting Ed and John Riling Frank Riling and family from Burlington were visiting Lawrence Maughn A Kimball of the St Joseph Mo Gazette may enroll as a junior next month
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Joseph Mauter
Henry Barrett Chamberlin
Chicago Crime Commission
Phillip Yarrow
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Chamberlain
Commission of State
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Logan Townsend
Edgewater
Colo
Salinas
KU Hospital Plans Fees Change For Students
University of Kansas student hospital committee votes rules shifting costs to students. Specialists fees borne by students by request, surgical fees by patient, weekly care charges for stays over seven days, X ray at cost, nurses billed to patient. Officials cite inadequate appropriations but aim to maintain better service at lower cost than many schools. Staff named includes Dr. R H Edmiston superintendent and Dr. M Auchard assistant superintendent plus five nurses and one technician.
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Miners Hear Habeas Corpus Case At Henryetta
Ed Jordan and Henry Baker, miners held on charges of disturbing the peace, face a continued habeas corpus hearing as 62 national guardsmen and deputies keep watch in Henryetta. The men say gatherings at White Heading No 2 aimed to persuade miners to quit work. Authorities note the daily prayer meetings near mines have become a veiled threat to peace.
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Henry Baker
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Coolidge Urges Industry to Settle Labor Problems
Swampscott Mass Aug 8 President Coolidge maintains industry including coal should settle its own labor problems and solve its disputes he says. Secretary Hoover said this after discussing the anthracite situation with the President and that the administration plans no broad interference in the coal operators and miners dispute.
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University Drama Presents Bubbles at Green Hall Little Theater
William W. Anthony directs the seven act summer production Bubbles in Green Hall Little Theater. The seven one act plays feature original works by Anthony and others with elaborate scenery and a varied mix of comedy and drama. Summer session students perform and seating favors summer school attendees.
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Little Theater
Green Hall
Department of Dramatic Art
William H. Anthony
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Will Felow
Gerstenberger
Staff Additions and Music Plans Highlight Lawrence Brief
John F U Willmott named assistant secretary of the City Manager's and Kansas Municipalities leagues expanding staff to ten full time and fifteen part time positions. The groups share headquarters in Lawrence with John G Stutz as executive secretary. Special music arranged for South Park services includes trombone by Carl Erikson violin by Kerfualf Eriksen and singing by Miss Marguerite Barnes. Mr and Mrs Paul Laptad touring Yellowstone and Ogden Utah plan to be away weeks. T L Greenleaf Kansas City coal operator met in Lawrence to arrange fall connections.
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University of Kangas to Open Fall Enrollment Plans
Enrollment schedules are outlined by university authorities for the fall opening. Freshmen must take psychological exams on September 4 and register September 5 to 7 with a $3 late fee if missed. New schedules separate freshmen from upperclassmen to reduce confusion. Registrar Foster reports over 600 transcripts received as announcements go out to former and current students.
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Baldwin Hosts Haworth League Conference at Baker University
The Haworth League Conference of the Kansas City district will convene at Baker University Baldwin from August 17 to 23 with Epworth League representatives and speakers including Baker president Wallace B. Fleming and Dr H A Gordon. Baldwin hosts many district youths and Lawrence League members plan to attend portions of the gathering.
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H. Ky Ebright
A. E. Petferson
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