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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1926
Page
1
The report details Congress activity with Coolidge’s message read in the chamber. Senators and representatives engage in remarks and applause as bills are introduced and debated. A tense exchange arises over pricing policies and farm relief amid partisan friction and procedural moves.
Chancellor Lindley addressed a special convocation on present problems of the university and how county clubs can assist in informing high school students about matriculation. He urged cooperation to keep schools prominent without favoring Kansas or other institutions, noting over half of top high schoolers do not attend college and citing costs as a major barrier. More than ninety clubs planned activities for the year, with meetings after the 25 minute session.
Edward L. Doheny’s trial for purporting to purge consuita tied to Elk Hills oil lease faced disruption as his condition worsened. He remained at bedside with his wife and daughter while physicians from Washington monitored his health, delaying court actions.
Colonel Ned M Green former northern California and Nevada prohibition administrator faces federal charges of diverting seized liquor for personal use and to friends. He admits drinking a small amount but denies embezzlement, claiming the case stems from a political frame to remove him for defiance. federal prosecutors say they will pursue the fullest extent of the law.
At 725 Vermont Street the Elks lodge committee led by Shae plans the yearly Christmas program for city children. Members Edwin Alexar, Ni Hartig, Abe Levy, Fre t Mor, Lloyd Ware, Mrs Ed Anderson, N ie Scott and Miss Weeta Berger will assemble with a tree, a Santa house and other gifts. Work to prepare the setup will continue this week as the date is finalized.
Ballot for the Lawrence Chamber of Commerce annual directors election will be mailed to members Saturday and must be returned to the secretary's office by Tuesday December 14 at 6 o'clock. Seven members will compose the board. retiring members are not eligible for reelection. CA Dinsmoor, president of the checker appointed the following committee to handle the election: Fe Carl He.
Plans and specifications to bring seven miles of highway from Baldwin to the Johnson county line up to federal standards have been approved by the state highway commission. The documents were returned to the commissioners and a surface petition is being circulated. An earlier brick petition was rejected. An armed robber in Marseilles dressed as a woman robbed the First National Bank of Marseilles, escaping with 39000 in currency.
The Kansas forecast calls for sleet or snow tonight and Wednesday, with dense fogs reducing visibility in parts of the state. Impacts include muddy conditions around Kansas City and near rural areas as travel delays are expected.
Dr J S Hughes head of the chemistry department at the Agricultural College in Manhattan will speak tomorrow night to Kaw Valley Poultry Association members at 8 o'clock in the Chamber of Commerce room. Secretary Glass urges all poultry men to attend the meeting and lecture on feeding poultry. Plans for a free poult distribution in late November will be discussed.
In Geneva discussions among five major powers center on concessions Germany and France can accept without causing domestic uprisings. Ministers note moral and security stakes as they debate extending league scrutiny to other European armaments.
Six sailors from Celebes, part of a 12 member party, drifted in a disabled boat for over three months in the south seas after engine failure. They survived on rice, six died by December, and they were rescued by an inter-island steamer off Mindanao before heading to Manila aboard Phurruca. The Phillipsine government may deport them to Celebes.
Professor Allan Crafton of KK UU dramatics head reads the one act Moon shine during the weekly assembly at Liberty Memorial High School. A $50 check from the drama club funds the athletic treasury as the student council oversees events. Also reports Mexico City denies Bolshevik charges. Oklahoma City questions Mrs Bishop in detective husband case. local ad notes car wash and Hudson Gopher offerings.
Roberto Haberman of Mexico’s labor department told a Lawrence Chamber audience that Mexico’s turmoil is a power struggle not a religious clash. He argued revolutions stem from land seeks, notes church efforts to control land, and cites reforms under Calle as improving conditions. Haberman, born in Romania, outlined Mexican government stance and past clergy resistance to laws requiring registration.
The annual Farm Bureau gathering begins at 10 30 Thursday with election of delegates and state officers. J J Hughes of the Turkey department at College Man moderates the program. noon banquet follows. Afternoon sessions feature singing reports from home demonstration clubs and talks by Smurthwaite on nutrition and Dr J S Hughes on an illustrated talk about an adequate net. J W Breyfogle of Olathe will discuss The Future of Extension Work.
A bank official at American Savings Bank and Trust killed himself after telephoning a director that he was short in his accounts. The bank faced a 105000 pound shortfall and did not open at its usual 9 am hour, leading to liquidation discussions by the board. A Riverside Parent Teachers Association meeting was postponed to December 16 due to bad roads and weather. Pittsburg teachers college astronomy project includes a new 10 inch telescope for 3000 pounds for observatory work by students.
New Orleans reports Captors and captured in turn aboard the French rum schooner Arsene J. J. B. Mathews assistant prohibition administrator Gulf zone and Officer Handley today were again in charge of the elusive liquor runner schooner. The ship lay at anchor in Puerta Mexico under custody of a customs officer. A brief cable from Mathews said the ship was in custody and that he and Handley were safe. Further details awaited.
Up bound carriers trapped in ice since December 1 were reported moving at 14 o clock as the U S Coast Guard and steamer W G Mather aided in freeing the ice locked ships on the St Marys River. A warm spell raised temperatures to around 35 degrees in ten hours boosting efforts to clear the blockade and free the fleet today.
District court schedules fifty nine civil cases for disposal this Saturday and some follow next week. Plaintiffs include Lindenberger versus Zweifel over mechanic’s lien claims while others seek money damages foreclosures or declaratory judgments. Foreclosures involve New England Securities Company against Willis St. Celman and related parties.
Former Kansas soldier Colin W Whittaker now in Washington asks for a state bonus but secretary of state says the law fixes a final filing date and only a legislative repeal can unlock payments. Also notes eight lives lost when schooner Elia Rudolpho wrecked near Gatollina Brook Cove and a Washington senate tax reduction talk with no formal agreement. Dem leaders discuss measures as two cars collide at Sixteenth and New Hampshire streets.
Superintendent Smith outlined test results and changes to standard tests across elementary and junior high schools at the December board meeting. Promotions planned for semester end, publicity expenses approved, Thanksgiving football fund cleared, master clocks and gym equipment ordered, a year of leave granted for Frieda Hume, pension discussion deferred, a $75 scholarship approved for a deserving high school graduate, and thanks extended for gym use on Thanksgiving night.
A farm Bureau organized shop school will run at Lawrence Memorial High School on January 3 4 and 5 under A J Gil kison county farm agent. Prof E G Shaad and S A Gin Ateohattan will lead carpentry, trap work, blacksmithing and general machine shop training for twenty participants. A 20 cent entrance fee funds materials. Interested applicants should contact the Farm Bureau Office Lawrence.
The Eorse Show opens December 7 at the Chicago Riding Club with 300 entrants expected to compete for $26,000 in cash prizes and silver trophies. Notable spectators include Chicago's 400 society members, and riders from Port Riley Kansas Fort Sheridan and the 124th Field Artillery will participate under Army auspices.
Icy sidewalks alarm residents and merchants after multiple complaints to Chief Will Johns. Chamber of Commerce members met to address hazards. Many women avoided shopping due to ice. A separate event, a baby exhibition, will be held at the city health office Thursday from noon to 4, with mothers urged to attend by 3:30.
Florida Democrat Senator Trammell announced plans to introduce a resolution to repeal the Senate's ratification of the world court protocol. He notes that powers have not accepted the Senate reservations and argues the United States should withdraw its offer to join. President Coolidge’ s annual message did not mention the court.
About seventy five students attended the Douglas county meet in Fraser Hall as county clubs held convocation and planned for assemblies during holidays. Bradley Judy chaired the event with Tom McFarland elected president Phil Cooke vice president and Fred Fearing secretary all graduates of Lawrence High. A collection was taken to support placing hawkers in five county schools though only 2.58 was raised and Fred ding seeks further contributions for the balance.
William Allen White editor of the Emporia Gazette will headline the University Christmas convocation on Monday December 18 at 10 oclock. White agreed to speak after a student committee extended the invitation following a visit last Saturday. Mrs White indicated she could not refuse the invitation. White and Mrs White will attend The Miracle in Kansas City Saturday and visit Prof and Mrs Dumip in Lawrence Sunday and Monday. A possible special meeting of the general Christmas committee may be held while White is in town.
Miss Nancy Longenecker directs a dramatized Dudley Buck Christmas cantata The Coming of the Christ Child presented by a twenty student ensemble in pageant form with costumes lighting and synchronized music The program promises one of the best holiday celebrations at the church with extra seating in the Sunday school room to accommodate attendees
The State Bank of Vinland merges with Peoples State Bank of Baldwin. Baldwin bank assumes all liabilities and assets of Vinland Bank. Forrest M. Hartley becomes president of the consolidated bank, and Ficl Bacon, who recently bought controlling stock, is cashier. E Hoover will remain with the bank for about thirty days.
Chancellor E H Lindley of the University of Kansas spoke at a Jayhawker banquet last evening addressing football and athletics. He urged preserving amateur ideals, stressing football as a major sport that motivates students, loyalty to the college, and the need for honest play and fair rules.
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