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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 03, 1929
Page
4
The Lawrence Journal-World critiques drinking at football games, arguing alumni pressure fuels liquor at homecoming. It contrasts editorials from Topeka Capital and others, noting college publications also condemn the issue and question alumni culture.
Governor Reed discusses a broad tax debate in the Parsons Sun, questioning why higher rates apply to the last dollars of income and whether property taxes should mirror income tax progressivity. The piece calls for studies on a flat tax versus graduated rates and the broader impact on life and business amid high levies. Chicago faces continued gangster influence as prosecutors dismiss gun charges for a third time in a week.
The article discusses witness intimidation by gangs in Chicago and the state’s reliance on fear to suppress testimony. It critiques gang control over politics and industry, notes limited gang manpower, and predicts eventual public relief. It also references Missouri gang violence and Mennonite deportations, ending with a jab about David Baird’s appointed senate seat and public recognition.
This date marks the 1882 death of Thomas B. Eldridge in Lawrence and the 1882 oath of Samuel L. Peters as a two member congressman. Governor Geek led protests arguing Peters had been a district judge when elected, citing constitutional grounds in a contested seat.
The report surveys varied scenes from New York to Cambridge and Princeton. Rockefeller a 23 year old on first day at work laughs about his future prospects. Harvard football sees new captain Ben Ticknor and manager Douglas Dillon from nearby Park Avenue. Kermit Roosevelt frequents old Princeton bookstores, praising book collecting. Burt McConnell returns to New York with a cold after nine weeks in Quebec. Biff Jones, 84, nears retirement from Army football and eyes more squash. Victor Seghetti, Italy — details incomplete.
A clipped dramatic line recalls Claude Callan in a 1983 syndicate feature. The speaker laments offering aid to a widow as his mother’s presence at the station changes the reception.
A veteran cyclist arrives from Buenos Ayres after leaving Buenos Aires April 1 1925. Commander Byrd narrowly escapes disaster. Wilbur Voliva claims the earth is a circular plane despite pole flight. In New York the Majestic brings England’s plum pudding for Christmas. Red dresses dominate political viewing as Mrs Longworth and Mrs Gann appear in galleries. Columbia University pays 18 boys and 18 girls $1 per hour to drink coffee and answer questions in a psychophysical test.
The session opened with President Hoover delivering the first annual message. The Senate tackled the Vare-Wilson seating contest as the elections committee pressed the Pennsylvania case. The Interstate Commerce Committee plans a probe into radio, telephone, and telegraph communications. The House listened as President Hoover spoke. The Committee on Committees met for preliminary assignments. A tribute observed for late Senator Warren of Wro. mag. The elections committee denied William Ware's recount request in Pennsylvania. Senator Reed indicated a postponement. Hawley introduced a 160 million tax reduction measure with quick approval. Moore led a resolution to send congratulatory radio messages to Admiral Byrd. Minority Leader Garner urged boosting major committee size from 21 to 23.
Washington declares Kellogg pact obligations to China and Russia while urging other signatories to protest hostilities. Overseas reports show political shifts, military actions, and rail transit reforms. Notable items include senatorial retirements, cadet discrimination denials, a train robbing case, border crossers, sea wreck survivors, and labor party gains. Diphtheria precautions lead to school closures in Ottawa and Ottawa health officials replace the county officer.
A tale of murder and mystery at Yew Lodge centers on Peggy Prescott heir to Herbert Prescott. She confronts unseen enemies amid a month long stay to claim the fortune. Lieut Edgar Stanton is killed by Peggy while Obadiah Fivans probes with Aquila Chast and Sundown. Rain drenches the scene as milk in a cocoanut shell raises questions.
In a tense scene Peggy Prescott and allies search for clues after a gangster-like murder. A power outage masks a deeper mystery as Obadiah and Chase inspect the estate’s lighting and a hidden bolted door leads to an unseen corridor. The key question is what lies behind the locked room.
Mother Nature distributes keys to unlock fall winter and spring weather. She explains extra keys to Old Man Winter Miss Spring and Madame Summer to trigger varied conditions. The tale follows John Perry and nature’s travel as a snowball reveals a trailing arbutus flower, ending with a note on classified ads.
A columnist urges parents to unconditionally affirm a child's need for love. Do not threaten withdrawal or say the child is bad. express disappointment or a misdeed rather than the child. Secure, loving support fosters better behavior and security.
An advertisement-style claim touts a preparation as a speedy remedy for colds grippe flu dengue silica fever and malaria, describing it as the most rapid treatment known. The text presents the product as a universal cure and emphasizes its swift effects.
The text argues that true parental love should be unconditional and freely given, not requiring repayment. It states every child deserves consistent affection, supplied without withdrawal or demand for return, alongside other life essentials. It notes 2,380 taxpayers in American Samoa.
Police from Lawrence said last night five boys from the Topeka school escaped after being freed from the Boys Industrial School. Ray Boles Reeves and D Schaff were among those mentioned along with Davis and R.
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