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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1929
Page
1
Civil unrest escalates as Chinese rebels menace Nanking and evacuations proceed in Shanghai. Foreign nationals flee while authorities warn of possible interruptions to events. Loyal troops tighten control as western Hui province city Six faces evacuation of women and children awaiting further action.
A local seal sale fundraiser raised funds for multiple projects including an open air children's camp in Independence Kansas. The campaign began on a recent Friday and will run through the Christmas season. Officials say another announcement on campaign milestones may come within days as support grows.
Inclement weather reduced attendance at the 68th annual Kansas State Grange opening, with fewer than 100 at the session as Eight hundred delegates are expected if weather improves. Officials planned a conference tonight led by Mayor Hecex and Graz officials at Grange headquarters. David Baird of Camden was sworn in as U.S. senator from New Jersey, succeeding Walter Edge appointed ambassador to France.
The forecast calls for unsettled conditions overnight into Tuesday with possible rain in the northeast portion. Warmer tonight in the east and south portions. Morning clouds and mild road conditions noted. Maximum temperature around four degrees, minimum printed as a placeholder.
Shapokee Minn December 9 AP three bandits who robbed the First National Bank were mowed down by machine gun fire as they fled with 1500 dollars. Officers led by Charles J Brown used a machine gun from 130 feet, wounding two attackers and killing one. another man is said to be in critical condition. Authorities and Bankers association members captured the wounded suspects.
In Kansas City Kansas two prowlers were cornered during a home robbery attempt. Patrolman William Hicks was wounded. fellow officer Charles Rabon and others pursued suspects as gunfire erupted. Hicks died, marking a deadly streak amid recent police confrontations. Investigations moved to nearby Lawrence with police and sheriff squads deployed. suspects fled with no trace found.
Former juvenile court judge Ben B Lindsey was disbarred by the Colorado Supreme Court after charges of professional misconduct. The unanimous ruling cited acceptance of fees while he was a judge and involvement in a Stokes case. Lindsey claimed political enemies drove the action despite reforms he championed and offered to return the money, which was rejected by the donors.
AP report describes Edward Meehan robbed at Union Station while waiting with his wife and 2 year old, watch, $1.75 and car keys taken. he was uninjured and the car remained. The Meehan family had gone to the station to let the baby see toys. Two children burned to death in Brimley Michigan when a farm building burned after an overheated stove.
Harrisburg Pa. indicates Joseph K. Grundy, head of the Pennsylvania Manufacturers Association, is the leading candidate for the vacancy caused by William S. Ware’s rejection. Governor John S. Fisher has yet to name a nominee. Grundy’s acceptance is debated amid political opposition and intense lobbying scrutiny.
Washington reports Secretary Davis of the Labor Department urged Congress to create an air patrol to curb immigration smugglers and border law breakers. He said enforcement requires equal or better weapons than smugglers and noted airships are already used to evade laws. Additional recommendations include consolidating immigration statutes, expanding detention facilities at ports of entry, and allowing reapplication after deportation with Secretary approval.
Police identified fingerprints on a short pipe as crucial evidence in the murder of Cordelia Summersheimer, 31, a schoolteacher found dead in her third floor apartment Saturday night. Friends reported she missed an appointment the night of the death. In other items, Clara Bow and Harry Richman announce plans to marry in New York City on New Year’s Day, and Senator Sullivan of Wyoming is sworn in in Washington. Also noted are Gary chosen as Republican treasurer and the 1980 Women’s Western Golf Association match play awarded to Hillcrest Country Club in Kansas City. A postponement of the Bud Taylor vs. Larry Mastro bout is reported due to Taylor’s ankle injury.
In Washington on December 9 1930 members of Congress debated President Hoover s plan to form a commission to study conditions in Haiti. Democrat Huddleson argued the administration had failed to prevent crises since March while others defended the move as a step toward establishing stable Haitian government and a possible withdrawal once order is secured. The exchange touched on marines involvement and aims to aid the Haitian people.
Geneva reports that May Pierrepont Moffat signed for the United States the protocol for adhesion to the permanent world court in Berne. The next step is Senate ratification, following revisions to the court statutes to address prior reservations and opposition from some nations.
Ted Coles, 17, sentenced to die for a robbery murder in Tulsa County, is granted a six month reprieve by Governor Holloway to pursue an appeal. If no appeal is filed, the original death sentence would stand December 31, per a state attorney general opinion.
Washington December 8 AP Secretary Davis declared in his annual report to Congress that the middle aged man adds value to the nation’s industrial fabric. He argued against the notion that men over 40 or 50 are past their prime, noting many employers find such workers more capable and settled, contributing valuable service.
Preliminary hearing for G. S. Williams and Happy Brackin on third degree arson charges is scheduled for tomorrow at 2 PM in Justice J. H. Mitchel's court. They allegedly tried to burn an unoccupied farmer's house near Lecompton last week. Brackin admits part in the plot and implicates Williams, with county officials holding sworn statements and witnesses' accounts. The report also notes grand jury actions in Washington regarding Senator Brookhart's testimony about a 1926 liquor party for new members of Congress.
The Senate confirmed Patrick J. Hurley of Oklahoma as secretary of war after Senator Reed urged immediate action. Hurley, previously assistant secretary, was considered and approved without discussion or objection in Washington on December 9, AP report says.
Washington is told the Supreme Court refused to appoint a three judge federal court to settle a dispute between five Kansas fire insurance firms and State Insurance Commissioner Hobbs over state fixed rates. A 1929 federal restraining order against Hobbs preceded his demand for a three judge panel, with Judge Pollock later denying that request. A separate Kansas City arrest report states a father, Phillip Thomas, was jailed on a whipping with a strap warrant after his daughter, aged ten, accused disobedience. he posted bond and awaited Friday city court.
In Tampa on a foggy day two aviators died while attempting a new endurance record. E A Dempsey and Stanley Smith of St Louis were killed when their Sealdsweet fuel plane crashed at the municipal airport. The Sealiswoeet entered high winds and low fuel before striking a pine near Kissimmee. Two other pilots W R St Louis and Chi f Schrock and Leonard Carothers of Rapid City were injured.
Reports indicate Ninth District department stores led the nation in November sales by dollar volume. Data from 361 stores reported to the Federal Reserve Bank show sales 69 percent higher than last year. Washington tabulations of countrywide figures show an overall rise as well. In Wisconsin, a man known as the mystery man of Seattle was captured by the sheriff for investigation after suffering a gunshot wound following attacks on women in the region.
The report notes a New Christmas bonus idea for Wall Street firm employees to receive a year’s salary, a plan described as unlikely to be adopted. Additional dispatches cover Colombia open to oil exploitation contracts, Pittsburgh launching a women’s flying school, Italy’s sugar beet crop surplus, and Alabama cotton bale projections, with ads and miscellaneous notes.
The Chamber of Commerce will sponsor a Christmas home decoration contest with $4 prize money. First place nets $25, second $10, and thirds through fifths $5 each. Homes must be decorated by December 18 and judging will occur the next day. Decorations stay up until December 26 to beautify the city for Christmas.
Washington reports that automobile engines lose power as humidity rises. Bureau of Standards tests show power loss proportional to absolute humidity, not relative. Effects include less detonation, richer mixture, and retarded spark, leading to smoother operation.
Abbott night watchman at Oswego near here repelled an early morning robbery attempt. He shot at two men seen near the telephone office as forty eight of fifty wires entering the office were cut. The men fled, Abbott uninjured and saying his shots likely missed.
In Washington on December 9, Senator Smoot threatened immediate consideration of a tariff reduction if the Senate adjourns at 4 p.m. Republicans and independents proposed a coalition to debate a measure for rail right of way. Black objected to the program, leaving the disposition of the tax provision unsettled.
Emory K Lindquist of Bethany College Lindsborg Kansas elected Saturday by the Kansas committee to study at Oxford next October among twenty candidates from state educational institutions Lindquist born in Lindsborg is 21 completing his fourth year at Bethany noted for high scholastic record leadership and athletic activity in tennis He has read history and literature and served as a member and chairman of the Bethany faculty advisory committees adjacent to his university duties
Perry Simonds of 140 7 Istreet suffered severe lacerations to the forehead an injury to the back and near severed ear when the wheels of a car rolled over the bridge cracks caught and pinned his head beneath the vehicle driven by Bane Trent. Trent stopped and called for help and Simonds was rushed to McConnet Hospital for medical care.
The pope spoke at a Vatican ceremony approving the beautification of 136 English martyrs. He urged Catholic unity, said Protestantism loses ground, and noted increasing returns to Catholicism among believers. The remarks reflected concerns over religious identity and calls for renewed unity.
Delegates from the Farm Bureau including T Coleman of Swing the Douglas Conven um Burea ue met in Chicago for a lengthy session. Discussions covered cooperative marketing, tax rationalization, and improvements to farm to market transportation.
In Kansas, Senator Capper Republican said he would offer a motion next Monday to take up and confirm the nomination of Richard J. Kins to the Kansas district federal bench. The nomination had been reported favorably by the judiciary committee amid recent delays. In other news, Owen Oberst, 19, of Butler County, stood trial for a first degree murder after seven members of his family were killed, with defense expected to rest after a brief argument.
A fatal highway crash in Lawrence area leaves multiple injured and one dead, involving a milk truck and a parked vehicle. Driver Wilson, 22, died at the scene, with passengers Catton, 28, and Milde Cheek sustained serious injuries. Investigators say the milk truck struck a parked car with lights off, reports indicate no lights on the parked vehicle. Burial plans for the deceased are noted. the incident prompts officials to urge safer highway practices and further investigations.
The Farmers Union announces its fourth quarterly convention to be held at Sun Halbon on Saturday December 1. The event opens promptly with rituals and proceedings, featuring reports, plans for members and organizational business.
A fragmentary report describes KU students and engineers involved in a accident and glider incident near a university facility. It notes injuries to individuals including James Te Kasas senior and Henry Jon Huger, and mentions a steamship storm affecting the crew aboard a vessel named Manehe Regiment.
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