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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 07, 1927
Page
4
The Journal World dated December 7, 1997 carries opinion about President Coolidge and farm relief. It notes a Lawrence man’s stance on a potential second term and describes a Kansas highway tax debate. The piece discusses flood relief, public spending, and economic policy as viewed by Kansas officials and farmers.
The Journal World notes President Coolidge faces mixed reactions as it urges public acceptance of his candidacy. Topeka experts say his August statement appears clever politics, possibly designed to send dual signals, while critics warn such moves cheapen the White House tenure.
The Arkansas City Traveler notes the new session opened with a deficiency appropriation bill. A filibuster over a minor issue delayed essential government business, leaving agencies operating without timely funds and prompting tardy amendments to address the budget gaps.
Fifteen veterans of the Battle of Prairie Grove gathered at the Court House for a 55th reunion hosted by Washington Post No. 12 and allied groups. They enjoyed a 1 o'clock dinner with attendees from G. A. R. posts and Sons of Veterans Auxiliary.
Twenty five years ago Miss Gra Griesa hosted a lively card party at her West Lawrence home in honor of Miss Olga Barteldes. Nine tables played whist, with Miss Hortense Street winning a silver breech and Curtis Russell a paper weight as prizes.
Residents report Tennessee street is badly muddy with 30 inches of mud on the pavement, splashing into vehicles. The block had been swept once with a sweeper donated by the Elks, but the condition persists, prompting concerns over cleanup efficiency and public safety.
The Kansas State University board of regents met in the University chapel. Chancellor John Fraser and other members heard that 328 students sought admission or advancement, 307 on rolls, 19 rejected, 2 declined entry. Forty new students admitted this term, many from outside Kansas. faculty changes included Bardwell to mathematics and astronomy, Snow to natural history and meteorology, Molinard to engineering and drawing. A local goods dealer advertises holiday stock at 115 Macs Street.
A tuberculosis clinic will be held in Eudora on December 16 with Dr F A Trump of Ottawa as consultant for the Kansas Tuberculosis Association. Assisting are Miss E Amelia Johnson and Miss Mary McAuliffe. Clinic hours run 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Appointments via Miss McAuliffe at 1040 Vermont Street. Free service funded by Christmas Seals. Mrs Ed Anderson of Lawrence chairs the Douglas County association.
Dr John Grier Ashben who advocates Snoral preparedness will continue as president of Princeton University succeeding Woodrow Wilson fifteen years ago. Dr Hibben, a native of Illinois and Princeton graduate, becomes head of the university after serving as instructor and pastor. He is a noted author on logic philosophy and belief.
A concise notice references the work Poor Pa by Claude Callan published by Copisight 1523 Publishers Syndicate.
A social column from Eudora recounts a birthday party for Diedrich with guests Forsythe Schleger and others, plus a Christmas cantata, a junior play, and multiple church and club meetings. It lists attendees, upcoming events, and recent visitors while noting health updates and community activities across St. Pauls Evangelical, Ladies Aid, and Missionary groups.
Old friends met Tuesday afternoon November 19 at Mrs. F. H. Leonhard home. President Mrs. Dora Geroviel led, with Mrs. Augusta Schaake at piano. Devotional by Mrs. Lydia Fich, scriptures from St. Mark 16, praising Gideons distributing Bibles in hotels and theatres. Mention of 80 Bibles in New Eldridge Hotel, Lawrence. Christmas dinner planned for December 20 at Mrs. Maxwell’s home. Guests included Mrs. A. P. Lynch and daughter, J. G. Var Neste. lunch hosted by Mrs. Adam Schaa. attendance by Mr. and Mrs. Wm. Rice and Miss Ha Martin. Friday program by Miss Caroline Ferkins and Fairview pupils.
A long Vinland society column lists visits and gatherings among local families. Phillips and Herriott relatives, Mr. and Mrs. House and Green, Van Neste, Ulrich, Wise, Wood, and others are noted visiting, hosting Thanksgiving dinners, attending theater in Kansas City, and participating in church and Farm Bureau events. An auto accident involving Mrs. House is mentioned with recovery hopes. Elmer Hartman’s trip to Chicago is noted for the Jayhawk potato club.
Three hundred two Douglas county teachers are members of the Kansas State Teachers Association. Most teach in Lawrence public schools the University or nearby rural districts. County apportionment includes Baldwin 43 Eudora 22 Lawrence 211 Lecompton 15 Vinland 4 and other areas.
1857 legislature meets at Lecompton Gouvernor Stanton urges constitution submission for vote Joint testpirate adopted asking Congress to admit Kansas under Topeka constitution. 1861 Carl Horne condemned to hang at Leavenworth first capital conviction in Kansas. 1862 General Blunt wins at Prairie Grove Ark. 1869 first locomotive arrives at Emporia.
County treasurer J F Metsker noted a midweek drop as Tuesday collections barely reached 10 000, while Saturday and Monday receipts exceeded 18 000 each. He praised taxpayers for bringing pink statements to save time and effort for all.
The Quack club, a women swimmers group at the University, will initiate six members and pledge three at tonight’s meeting. Initiates include Elizabeth Henderson Alice Steele Ruth Breidenthal Wilma Taylor Dorothy Shaad Jean Stevenson. pledges Ruth Gard Evelyn Easton Marion Elliott. Also notes an intramural swimming meet scheduled at 4:30 p.m. featuring several fraternities. Postmaster nominations in Senate from Kansas shown with names Charles A Connelly and John Quinn.
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