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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 09, 1929
Page
4
Fragmentary notice from Law Kansas references action under the Act of March 3 1879 and mentions journals and works. copy will be sent to recipient.
A short, archaic style quotation from John 13 verses 18 14 and 35 urging humility and service. It highlights the example of a master washing disciples feet and enjoins followers to imitate such service. The fragment emphasizes humble leadership and mutual service.
Kansas legislators threaten inquiry into state departments if Governor Reed calls a special session to address intolerable conditions. The article notes duty over partisan politics and warns against political games, urging good faith consideration of the people’s welfare. It also mentions a push to send Calvin Coolidge to the Senate and reports on Camp Custer, Leavenworth, and a Kansas tornado insurance rate dispute involving insurers and the state department.
The confirmation of Justice Richard J. Hopkins as federal district judge for Kansas was expected to come before the Senate today. Opposition was anticipated as a demonstration by the wets against appointing a judge who believes in the eighteenth amendment.
In a restrained tone the piece questions United States actions in Haiti and suggests further Marine deployment may be considered. The article hints at public debate while noting the president faces pressure to provide sufficient force to restore order and law in the troubled country.
In foreign policy notes, the United States faces pressure over regional security as China and border tensions strain the nationalist government. Meanwhile Ottawa students miss a local selection, yet the Ottawa Herald notes the city’s girls pursuing their chances with Mr. Dread in the rifle team tryouts.
The town reports a net gain with a new health prospect and a prospective wire density factory near McConnell's flouring mill. Mr Henley plans immediate execution of the factory, aided by Kansas Pacific and Santa Fe rail favors via Kansas City. River bank activity increases as crossings at Pinckney and Indiana streets remain muddy and crowded, with the Pinckney street school children crossing in six inches of mud. Local appeals for clearer walks and a lighter book by Wade reflect community concerns.
Mrs J Penfield of Gainesville Texas has been visiting Mr and Mrs Wil Penfield for months. John W Clark named ice of the place by Gov Bailey, a local lawyer. Dr E D Be and Dr Carl Phillips moved offices to Fraternal Aid building. A handmade wagon by C G Schultz painted by Henry Rever heads to Kingfisher. Ernest Baloo left for Rochester NY for a month. A J Anderson returns from Lake City after a year away. A birthday gathering at J N McFarland’s home on Alabama Street marks his birthday. C W Smith’s second birthday celebrated with about fifty neighbors on Kentucky Street.
Ten years ago on Monday December 9 readers noted professors W R B Robertson R A Kent FP and F B Kelly among faculty records at the college.
Lawsons have bought spacious south facing plots near the University area with plans for development. A city committee report notes emergency calls and a push to secure city approvals before coal shipments. A proposed million dollar stadium for the University of Kansas is discussed, and a Lawrence wedding is announced for Miss Belle Walther and Henry Stover in Topeka.
Fragmentary notes recount Kansas history with dates and figures. Mentions Mrs Ellen P L Allerton and references to wells, land, railroads, and a 1884 court context. Readable elements are sparse with several unclear phrases and scattered names.
Fragmentary dispatches mention various notes from around the world including a Canadian officer Fraser Kerr awarded major honors, a fatal car garage incident, and a real cowboy from Wyoming. The piece also cites droll verses on German waiters, railway efficiency in China, quarrels about radio, and weather outlooks for Kansas and nearby regions.
Obadiah Evans, an investigator, visits Torrington hospital seeking records about Sundown the half breed who has been seen in town. The hospital superintendent reveals patient records are limited and mentions Sundown’s case, as Evans presses for details and contemplates next steps. Peggy and Julia scene shifts blend into a separate domestic thread with Peggy recovering from an injury and Julia recounting eerie noises, hinting at a superstition about a sneaking uncle.
Mrs Mary M Hedging Wood born April 80 1848 in Walton County Indiana died December 1 moved to Mound City Kentucky then married Joseph Reutsens Wood who died in 12d Pour. Surviving children and mother, five grandchildren and eight great grandchildren. Known for church work and war effort. She loved helping others and sent flowers to a sick member weeks before death.
A broken OCR fragment reports drought relief with rainfall reaching northern coast. Ranchers praise weather as authorities note rain helped fields and electricity supply improves. Mention of General Rath Shiek and British Columbia coast appears as garbled text.
Mary Graham Bonner presents A Wonderful Call where Porgy and Therin follow the Little Black Clock to a snowy scene. They ride in a sleigh to a red house and a long wooden workshop where Santa Claus, with a St. Bernard, speaks by the fire. The clock explains it has turned back time, making everyone feel young.
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