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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 14, 1929
Page
8
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Albuquerque August 14 AP The Rio Puerco flood swept away the village of San Acacia and inundated San Marcial with hundreds of livestock losses and estimated damage of 106000. No human deaths reported. Towns threatened as levees hold on the Rio Grande. Governor Dillon orders relief crews and aid appeals issued by the American Red Cross.
Knowledge Hill residents met with Mrs Clinton on a Wednesday afternoon. Attendees included Mrs Stanton and others, with roll call noting canning tips. Next gathering scheduled August 14 with Charles Rowland as hostess. Local updates mention families visiting relatives and neighbors, several moves, and social visits among Mrs Thiry, Mrs Osborne, Mrs Wells, and Miss Lulu May Thiry.
A fragmented community notices column recounts a social gathering with two large freezers of ice cream served to the crowd. Names include Mr. and Mrs. George Brown and son Harlon of Oskaloosa, Mrs. FE Brantal Thiry, Mrs. Tuesday, Mrs. Ora Wells and sons Howard and Charles of Lawrence, Frank eel and Jess Lola, Mrs. W. M. Rice and sons Gene and Se, Westley visiting parents Mr. and Mrs. Frank Johns of Bismarck, Mr. and Mrs. Earl Janeway and son Edwin, Miss Frances Thiry, Mr. John Thiry, and Mr. and Mrs. Burk Edwards, with further visits near Waverly, Kansas.
Topeka dispatch reports meteorologist S. D. Flora predicting warmer weather for Kansas after a night of mild temperatures. The federal forecast calls for fair to light winds with rising temperatures tonight and tomorrow, as western and northern Kansas see 50s to 60s tonight and highs near 90 in many areas. Corn growth should benefit, with no rain reported in the last two hours.
A local notes column lists visits and movements among residents of Twin Mound and Lawrence. Mr and Mrs John Moss and family host and visiters include Ruth Moss Evelyne Heyl and Evelyne Hatcher. Several Schirmer and Montfoort family members attend gatherings with neighbors and friends. Refreshments conclude the event.
A stream of Friday and Wednesday calls, visits, and small town events. Names include Simmons Moss Moore Roady and Schirmer families with greetings from Lawrence Topeka and Kansas City. A baby girl named Elizabeth Ellen born to Mr and Mrs Moore marks a key family event amid ongoing neighborly activities.
Local farm bureau meeting at the academy in Hesper, followed by a flurry of Sunday visits and dinners. Neighbors and relatives from Eudora, Independence, Gardner, Coffeyville, and Lawrence gathered at several homes, celebrating birthdays and attending church events as residents reunite around town.
Bartz and family of Arlington visited the Gabriel home in the latter part of last week.
J G Coffey, manager, announces the 1930 Hupmobile Six built to strict Hupmobile standards. The car promises 70 miles per hour speed, 70 horsepower, quick acceleration, improved engine, brakes, suspension, and refined sheet metal design. It emphasizes a smoother, quieter ride with enhanced comfort and safety features.
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