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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 01, 1928
Page
4
A fragmented clippings text references Kansas Facts in governor Beebe's circle and President Gil’s stance toward Mexico. It discusses peaceful discussion over differences, not conflict, and notes Mexico's democratic evolution and the university drama scene amid broader cultural mentions.
The text outlines moving tracks of the Southern Republican branch to Lawrence under a viaduct. It notes that Pant Peters aid will meet half the expense, with percentages cited 37% and 16% in Franklin County. Iola Register context appears.
At a Lawrence graphical Union meeting, C Mansfield was elected president S M Wingert vice president G W Bowes secretary and treasurer A Cold Bath Charley Edwards joined the engineers brigade and fell into a cold bath while attempting to measure depth with a cane J G Sands assisted in restraining him There is noted easing in hard times as people adjust to postwar living Nellie Read daughter of Rev Dr Read is ill with fever in Upper Alton Extension of the Carbondale Road toward Council Grove is anticipated as an air line from Kansas City through Lawrence and Carbondale.
Twenty five years ago Misa Mae McClellan hosted a baby party as professors Carruth Hodder and Abbot returned from the State Historical Society meeting. J C Horton offered impersonations of Burlingame Wakefield and James. W P Pennington bought the Wes Campbell farm after selling his Wakarusa township property. The Eagles elected RH Stuart as president and a slate of officers. Ten years ago KU gym rules banned silk hosiery for female physical training students. British troop shipment from England to Camp Mills signals demobilization with labor and greetings planned for Washington. Harold, manager of the South Tat teten gas yard, returned from Camp Granite. Sergeant Harry W Keene of Camp Funston visited E L Haynes and family.
Kansas City reports identify Dr George Kowsat a local physician as head of a ring of young bandits implicated in the November 22 bank robbery. Don Seaton 21 who rooms with the physician is also named in the case.
Lyman A. Humphrey is sworn in as district superintendent as Lemon reports 5,196 district schools in Kansas history.
The will of Thomas Fortune Ryan, the New York financier who died November 23, leaves an estate with income for his son for life and a division of principal among Ryan’s children and widow Mary T. Ryan. Trustees are to manage twelve parts for each beneficiary and allocate portions to children with conditions. Eleven Detroit customs inspectors were arrested on bribery and smuggling charges.
William Kungter, a former federal employee from Pocatello, states that a man identified as Atahee has been forcing his attention on Miss Kunter for some time, and that she was defending herself against a .30 caliber pistol shot.
Bishop Miguel de la Mora of San Luis Potosi appeals through El Universal for the government to withdraw religious restrictions. He says separating people from the clergy would sever faith and force atheism, noting clergy left churches two years ago due to laws seen as sacred rights.
Pittsburg Kan Nov 30 AP P J McGinley former cashier of the defunct Frontenac State Bank and former president of the Kansas Bankers Association was convicted on an embezzlement charge connected to the bank operation. Sentence deferred until December 15. Defense lawyers said a new trial would be sought.
A Gibbs wood novel Harness with pacifist themes is reviewed along with a love plot between Michael Gordon and Patricia Wade, its handling of war trauma, career pivots, and a nurse in the household. The piece notes three years preparation, American division, and a broader look at contemporary authors and prizes.
Cyril Clemens of Mayfield California seeks information from old acquaintances for a biography of his kinsman Samuel L. Clemens Mark Twain Many westerners may assist him The piece notes writers and publishers and mentions figures and works in a broad literary context of the era
Relatives from Grandview Olathe and Kansas City shared a Thanksgiving week with local hosts including Mr and Mrs Charles Reed and Mr and Mrs Jerome Bochme. The report notes several health issues and travel plans with many staying in Pleasanton and nearby towns.
A detailed list of local residents and visitors sharing Thanksgiving at various homes in Lawrence and nearby towns. Families, friends, and out-of-town guests are mentioned, with multiple trips to Kansas City, Baldwin, and Chicago noted.
A fragment invites attendance or participation with unclear meaning and missing context. The readable text suggests an invitation but lacks concrete details such as event title date or location. The item appears incomplete and may indicate a truncated notice or ad.
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