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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 12, 1928
Page
4
Bolivian and Paraguayan border tensions escalate as Bolivia rejects arbitration urged by the League of Nations. The conference offers services but Bolivia walks out, signaling a prickly stalemate over a long running dispute.
Fragmentary report notes a proposed transportation plan by Charles F and Scott to reduce costs. The plan, described as simple, would have each farmer make his own arrangements at their own convenience, with observers citing a potential route and daily mileage figures.
The Register urges farmers on overflow prone lands to adopt simple, effective measures to prevent loss, noting Wakarusa valley farms were fully flooded. It urges newspapers to push these ideas statewide, predicting millions of gallons saved yearly. Gene Tunney is cited regarding press questions about him. Health measures and careful pace are advised to avoid overexertion and disease exposure.
The river rose eighteen inches yesterday morning and the Tribune reports two feet of water on its press room floor. Leaky roofs trouble residents as half the town discusses the problem. The city begins a sidewalk project in the park along the east side of Massachusetts street. Patent plans emerge from Bliss and Johnson for a mail indicator to be patented. Doctors Huson and Sunderlin form a partnership to practice homeopathic medicine at No. 63 Massachusetts street with full-day and night office coverage.
Miss Lillie Soxman assists in county treasurer’s office as a midnight blaze damages the Fred Klock grocery store. The fire department arrived after the headway was advanced, with about $800 in loss and water damage totaling the rest. The store’s goods were badly ruined and Mr. Klock faces severe losses.
Twenty five years ago on December 12 in Sedan and at the Bell home on Connecticut street a reception hosted by J H Bell and Miss Bell drew about 150 guests for whist and socializing. The Engineering School banquet at New Eldridge hall hosted 225 with a six course meal and toasts by university figures and seniors. A surprise party at Marguerite Kaufman’s home entertained twenty children with tokens of remembrance.
Ten years ago reports show 19 676 influenza cases in Kansas for the week of December 1 7. The State Health Department notes the week ending December 7 exceeds the prior week by nearly 400 cases. Also noted are local notices of postponed Gift Shop openings and social events at the University Club with Lord Charnwood visiting Lawrence and KU in midDecember.
Ten years ago a Cosmos Club in the town adopted a French orphan and assessed members two dollars yearly for support. A wedding notice for Dr and Mrs H Ke Captain Dean Schnache of Washington D C is announced for December 27 at the bride’s home. Miss Hazel Wilson returns home for holidays from Altus Oklahoma where she teaches. Prof H A Rice leaves for Chicago for the National Drainage Conference as Kansas Water Commission secretary. Maude Smelzer, KU assistant librarian, is ill at Simmons Hospital. George Dinglestedt plans to travel to New York City to meet his son Lieutenant Otto Dinglestedt. Mr and Mrs W S Everett and Miss Edna Everett depart for Los Angeles. The column notes local business enthusiasm and community life, with a playful digression on a saleslady and store coordination.
Johnny Payne of the Pensacola Journal News discusses adaptability in advertising and management. He cites Kipling on leadership and the need to read customers' desires. The piece extols aligning displays with consumer longings and speaking plainly to buyers.
Lyle Womack obtained a divorce decree from Ruth Elder in the canal zone district court after she was rescued by a tanker when she attempted to cross the Atlantic. Womack alleged cruel treatment over 14 months and said her actions strained him mentally and caused weight loss of about 12 pounds.
A dramatic fire near Galveston Texas caused by an oil well at a new depth struck the town, with flames threatening nearby oil and triggering area firefighters to trap and cool the spill. The McLean well soon produced 1500 barrels daily at 4800 feet as other wells in the field yielded from shallow sands.
Peka attends a School Codd Commission meeting. Mrs Harriett R plans an overland trip to Tulsa for Christmas with her daughter's family. Mrs S A Irwin and Prof A A Applegate head to Lawrence to visit Mrs Applegate and infant Albert. Various local club events and hospital notes included among social updates and a Christmas sale notice at the Unitarian Church.
Porgy and the Pirate, an operetta in two acts, will be presented by high school pupils under Angeline Wilson in the auditorium Friday evening December 14. The plot centers on Peggy Mayfield Don Sterling and Bill Manning with McGinniss and Gassaway scheming over Pandora Island as the students perform in a two act seaside romance with a pirate invasion and a party at the Oceans Beach Club.
In Bombay at Parel on December 12 three policemen and five mill strikers were killed as rioters overpowered officers and looted shops. Armed police reinforcements opened fire, injuring many and halting business as shops closed.
An old style ad touts Pape's Diapepsin as a quick fix for indigestion and heartburn after heavy meals. It promises instant relief from fermentation and acidity, claiming rapid healing of the stomach lining and a chance to enjoy meals again without fear.
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