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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Aug 23, 1930
Page
3
New York AP report notes Broadway chorus talent glut as theater layoffs rise. About 3,000 chorus girls chase roughly 150 available roles with only six shows in production. Hollywood cuts in musical films may swell pool of hopefuls, while managers of burlesque and tab shows hire attractive dancers at low pay.
Scores of chorines are becoming salesgirls or waitresses. And there are many others who are deciding that the idea of matrimony is a splendid one.
Mrs. Viets and family describe Barranquilla Colombia life overseas including low wages for servants, limited women’s activities, and schools run by missionary and Catholic groups. The piece covers climate, urban and rural conditions, housing, transport, and cultural scenes encountered during travel to Cartagena and beyond.
A column notes officials’ tightened stance against foreign liquor smuggling amid ongoing enforcement. It argues church groups should mobilize voters to counter anti dry lobbying dollars and mentions the AA P A aims to influence Congress by promoting statewide referendums, with Wisconsin New York and Montana cited and Massachusetts as a next target.
Prohibition reformers confront the defiant saloon in a spirited event today. Organizers expect strong turnout as rhetoric sharpens the battering between liquor interests and temperance advocates.
Secretary Mellon expressed real hope that the emergency tax reduction on this year’s payments could be continued next year after talks at the White House and Treasury. His formal statement contrasted with earlier informal notes from Treasury officials.
Summary of programs lists Dorothy Atwood pianist Ollendorff Time Signal Dutch Masters Minstrels and The Goldman Band concerts under a multi day Kansas City schedule. Includes weather forecast, service times and various musical ensembles like Roxy Symphony Concert Friendly Hour and Manhatters Morning Melodies with a broad array of acts and times for August 23 to 25.
A report notes a shift in perspective tied to financial interests and foreign debt payments totaling 136000 dollars. It highlights factors influencing the decision and the role of large monetary obligations in shaping policy or stance.
Police received a prowler call from 413 West Fourteenth Street last night but, after arriving, found no evidence of a prowler or any disturbances. No suspects were identified and the incident remains under investigation.
A weather forecast notes Sidney David, xylophonist, and bands including a Thousand Melodies ensemble with Phil Napoleon and his Band, J McGrew String Trio, Helen Bear, The Denver Municipal Band Organ, and Melodies Phil Cook. Predictions cover venue conditions and audience considerations.
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