Record peace time supply bill seeks largest sum in history
Washington 191 The largest peace time supply bill ever before Congress proposes more than three quarters of a million dollars for treasury and post office activities in the coming fiscal year. The bill totals about 500 million plus 64 thousand. It aims to fund enforcement of prohibition and various postal and treasury operations while outlining changes to offices and services including elimination of two assay offices and reductions in mail service and rural delivery funding.
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City Schools Close Early for Christmas Holidays
The city schools closed this afternoon for Christmas holidays and will reopen in January. Elementary programs and a high school assembly reflected festive activities. Some students saved money to donate clothing or food to the needy. In other news, a hotel fire in Cardin left Eva Lewis and her husband Oliver Lewis victims. Eva perished inside while Oliver survived by leaping from a window. The Topeka post office exterior repair project received $40,000 in the latest appropriations bill.
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Eva Lewis
Cardin
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Oliver Lewis
Santa Fe plans new bond issues to raise 44 million
On December 19 the Atchison Topeka and Santa Fe railroads sought ICC permission to issue bonds totaling 44,254,000 for 12 of its subsidiary lines. The bonds reflect amounts advanced by the parent in recent years for improvements and extensions, with subsidiaries delivering the issues to the parent.
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Aet
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Interstate Commerce Commission
Atehiada
Labor Head Elected AFofL President in New Era
William Green of Ohio was unanimously elected president of the American Federation of Labor. He pledged constructive progressiveism and said he would carry out the policies of Samuel Gompers. James P Noonan was elected 8th vice president to fill the vacancy on the executive council.
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Associated Press
William Green
Ohio
American Federation of Labor
Green
Hasford Confirmed as Lawrence Postmaster and Chamber Ballots Mailed
Washington confirms Clitus G. Hasford as Lawrence Kansas postmaster. Final ballots for seven Lawrence Chamber of Commerce directors mailed to members and University faculty ballots sent to KU post office for quick delivery before Christmas. Polls close Tuesday at 6 pm at the Chamber building. Members urged to mail or deliver ballots in person.
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Senate
Clitus G. Hasford
Lawrenge
Kansas
Lawrence Chamber of Commerce Board
Menthers
Chamber of Commerce
Last Day For First Half Taxes At County Treasury
The county treasurer warns that tomorrow is the final day to pay the first half taxes before a late payment penalty applies. The office has been crowded with last minute payments as cold weather drives taxpayers to mail in checks with tax statements.
Motor Conductor Dies in Leavenworth In 40 Year Rail Career
Willum O Brinkenhoff longtime Union Pacific motor conductor between Leavenworth and Lawrence died this morning after a 40 year railroad career. He previously worked in Kansas City Lawrence and Topeka burial planned in Kansas City Kan Survived by widow and daughter Helen Buzcall a New York educator
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Kans
Willum O. Brinkenhoff
Union Pacific Railroad
Lawrece
Kansas City
Lawrencc
Topeka
Kan
Helen Buzcall
New York
Robbers Start Fire In Valley View Bank Heist
Robbers wrecked the First National and the Guaranty Bank in Valley View Texas sending a fire through the business district early today. They carried away two safes weighing about 4000 pounds each. Fire damage was estimated at 100000 dollars.
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War veterans meet at Wahl camp in Iola rooms
Commander Chap man of Iola attended a Joseph A Wahl camp meeting last night. The group discussed plans for activities and welcomed new members Harry G Pringle and Ora E Bryan. Local ad notes Ideal Grocery offers fresh dressed chickens at 28 cents per pound for Sunday dinners.
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Iola
Joseph A. Wahl
G A. R
Court House
Harry G
Pringle
Ora E
Bryan
Yoong
Kansas Shivers as Winter Deepens Across Plains
Record low temperatures grip Kansas Missouri Oklahoma and adjacent areas with towns isolated by ice and telegraph damage. Wichita Topeka and Goodland report subzero readings while anticipations of moderating weather raise hopes for a warmer spell.
Judge Assigned to Try Senator Wheeler in Montana Case
Portland Oregon December 19 Judge Frank Deitrich of Idaho has been assigned to preside over the trial of United States Senator Burton K Wheeler of Montana Circuit Judge W B Gilbert announced today. Wheeler faces charges pending in his home state with trial slated to start in February.
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Ore
Frank’ S, Deitrich
U. S
Idaho
United States
Burton K. Wheeler
Montana
W. B. Gilbert
Wheeler
Jefferson county denies Dietrich clemency request
Jefferson County Attorney Will Worswick denied reports he signed any clemency petition for Minnie Dietrich who was sentenced to 21 to 50 years for bank entry with intent to rob. Judge M A Bender supported clemency, while Worswick stated he did not approve or sign any parole papers and protested the parole.
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Kan
Minnie Dietrich
Lawsrence
Dietrich
M. A. Bender
Jeferson County
Werswick
Thave
Davis
Lieutenant Craigie Seeks Alfalfa Field Access
Fort Scott Kansas December 19 Lieut L D Craigie US army air pilot hunted for the man with the key to the alfalfa field gate at town’s edge to pass water to his radiator after a fog grounded his craft. Field keeper Geo Hall had guarded the alfalfa and shooed him away forcing a south landing. After Craigie left he locked the gates making a return impossible.
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L. D. Graigie
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Geo. Hall
Doctor Keister Sentenced in Manslaughter Case
Doctor G C Keister of Wichita was sentenced today to from five to twenty one years in the state penitentiary after conviction for manslaughter in the death of an 18 year old Newton girl last August. Judge Jesse D denied a new trial motion and Keister's counsel filed notice of appeal to the state supreme court while he remains at liberty under $5000 bond.
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G. C. Keister
Wichita
Newton
Kansas
Jesse D
State Supreme Court
Keester
Senate Navy Committee Delays Inquiry into Navy Status
The senate naval committee postponed indefinitely action on Senator King of Utah's resolution for an inquiry into the American navy. After two hours of executive committee debate, Chairman Hale was authorized to obtain comprehensive data from the navy department regarding the charges raised by the Utah senator.
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King
Utah
Senate Naval Committee
Halé
Navy Department
Fire in Trash Fire Pipe Causes Minor Smoke At Home
Firemen were summoned to 833 Missouri street at 11 30 this morning for a trash fire in a hot air pipe. No damage occurred as flames were confined in the pipe. The residence is owned by Charles Ridgewaly. Grand Jury indicts A E Sartain former warden on bribe charges. bond set at 5900. Radios complete at Hanna s.
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Missouri Street
Charles Ridgewaly
Atlanta
Gaz Wee
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Federal
University of Kansas hearing on four suspensions draws support for Lindley
In Topeka yesterday a university hearing over four student suspensions sparked a campus mood of backing for Chancellor Lindley. Petition signers pledged confidence in the administration while Governor Davis questioned process and a Chaplain defended fair treatment. The session will continue with talks on alleged purchases exceeding emergency limits.
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Gov Davis addresses KU hearing on student suspensions
Governor Jonathan M. Davis commented on the Kansas University drinking case saying the four students were punished without a proper hearing and that the investigation would continue. He cited a need for due process and moral accountability amid reports of widespread drinking among students. Robertson of the former U.S. attorney’s office backed Davis’s inquiry, urging constitutional justice and fair discipline by Chancellor Lindley.
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United Press
Jonathan M. Davis
Kansas University
Davis
M. T. Sudiey
Sadler
Lindley
Kansas City
University of Kansas
Robertson
United States
Kansas
Kansas University inquiry to resume tests of hospital and medical college
The Kansas University probe resumes tomorrow led by Governor J M Davis and the board of administration. summoned are Chancellor Lindley and Dr R H Edmiston head of the university hospital. The inquiry covers failure to name a new head of the state medical college and a three month delay in hospital reporting. Fees exceeding 125 dollars for operations at the student hospital are under scrutiny.
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University of Kansas
J. M. Davis
Chaneis
E. H. Lindley
R. H. Edmiston
A. B. Carney
Lindley
State Medical College
M. T. Sadler
Stolen Ford Roadster Found Near Globe Store
The Ford roadster owned by K C Tucker of Independence Kansas was found at the roadside east of Globe store yesterday morning. Sheriff Johns announced the car stolen from Mr Packer on November 7. Thieves who robbed W E Wineinger at Worden are believed to have abandoned the car after it slid into a ditch. Wineinger’s Ford coupe was involved. Weather notes: ten below zero at Dodge City this morning improving to four below by late morning. clear sky and brisk wind with late trains and poor wire communication.
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King Winter
Kansas
D. Flora
Weather Bureau
Goodland
Mercury
Wichita
Globestore
K.C. Tucker
Independence
Kans
Johns
Packer
W. E. Wineinger
Worden
Wineinger
Dodge City
Kan
United States Weather Bureau
Radio picks up distant signals in Lawrence cold snap
Families with radio outfits are making good use of them during the cold wave in Lawrence. A radio fan reported hearing a Madrid station on his set the other day and noted the outfit often picked up concerts from Glasgow. The cold weather seems to help the radios perform better.
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Madrid
Spain
Glasgow
Scotland
Legion Officers Urge Members to Attend Christmas Cheer
Local American Legion post plans a Christmas entertainment for residents at the county poor farm and the Old Folks Home. Members will visit the county farm at 7:30 p m Tuesday, then go to Lawrence to perform for the Old Folks Home residents. The program includes speaking music and other features with a candy and nut treat for inmates at the end.
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City mobilizes Christmas aid with tag day and volunteer help
The paper reports immediate city response to Christmas service efforts. Calls and contributions pour in with guidance to notify organizers of those needing help. Camp Fire girls will sell tags tomorrow for Christmas activities and a large response is hoped. Local sororities and fraternities donate small items for Christmas baskets for the poor.
Plead Not Guilty In Dry Charge Case
Roy Searles pleaded not guilty in police court after a bone dry charge. His trial date is set for December 20 at 8:00. He was released on bond. Officers found a fifteen gallon still and multiple bottles of beer and whisky at 1023 New Jersey Street.
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Searles
New Jersey Street
Not Evidence of Fraud in Baker Governor Win
Kansas City December 19 Joshua Barbee Democratic state chairman said there is not sufficient evidence of fraud in the November 4 election to contest the governorship of Sam A. Baker Republican. Barbee stated after reviewing the facts that he is convinced Baker won the election.
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Sam A. Baker
Joshua Barbee
Urge Hearings On Bill To Prohibit Higher Short Haul Rates
A house committee hearing was urged on a bill by Senator Gooding to ban higher railroad rates for short hauls than long ones. In Okmulgee Oklahoma the Security State Bank was robbed last night near Hoffman, with about 2600 dollars in cash and 5000 in warrants and papers taken.
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French
Idaho
Leatherwood
Utah
Hill
Hayden
Arizona
Taylor
Colorado
House Committee
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Oklahoma Bank
Okmulgee
Okla
Security State “Bank
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Here
Fire damages home of C McCleery at 18 East Thirteenth
Fire at 2 20 this morning badly damaged the McCleery residence on East Thirteenth. The blaze started from a faulty chimney and spread quickly through walls. Neighbors helped remove belongings before more damage. ice formed as water froze on delivery from hoses. The nine room house owned by Dr. George Esterly carried $9900 insurance. Mrs McCleery remained with a neighbor today due to nervous shock.
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East Thirteenth Street
Iy Pluvna
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Cleery
Conway
Emporia
MccCleery
George Esterly
McCleery
Teachers and staff plan Christmas vacation travel
City schools staff members announce holiday travel plans visiting relatives in several states. Mrs. Esterly heads to Ohio then Youngstown. Miss Gordon to Halden. Vera Blackburn to Larkenburg. Helet Rose to Rose Dale. Sadie McMillian to Kansas City. Susan Friend to Emporia. P Jenson to City for holidays with daughter Mrs. Gilbert. Cleveland member to New York University.
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Board of Education
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Youngstown
W. H. Hayden
Jaye M. Gordon
Halden
Vera Blackburn
Larkenburg
Helet
Rose
Rosedale
Sadie McMillian
Kansas City
Susan
Emporia
P. Jenson
City
Robert’ Gilbert
Cleveland
Columbia University
New York City
Home Demonstration Agent Election by Douglas County Farm Bureau
Directors of the Douglas County Farm Bureau meet tomorrow at Chamber of Commerce at 2 30 in the afternoon to select a home demonstration agent. The agent will oversee women members’ activities and begin work at year’s start with representatives from the Manhattan home demonstration bureau in attendance.
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Chamber ‘of Commerce
Farm Bureau
Home Demonstration Bureau
Manhattan
Walker wins suit over typographical error ruling
Judgment in the Morris and Company versus H F Walker case was ruled for Walker in district court. He was awarded costs after a misimpression caused by a typographical error in the Journal-World. Maude Finley, state supervisor, will visit Manhattan to discuss upcoming health program plans for local farms.
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Xhent
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Morris and Company
H. F. Walker
Potter Deputy Collector Leaves Lawrence for February
F R Potter deputy collector of internal revenue will be away from Lawrence for several weeks returning in February to assist locals with making revenue returns. Ottawa will be his partial base during this period. A years subscription to the Journal World makes a pleasing Christmas gift.
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