Preachers and the Klan questioned in Kansas paper
The editorial reprints a Christian Evangelist article by Dr. George H. Combs urging ministers to avoid Klansman advocacy. It argues church unity may suffer and questions outside clerical influence over church matters, urging ministers to prioritize Christ’s mandate over the Invisible Empire.
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Klan
George H. Combs
Christian Church
Kansas City
The
Christian Evangelist
Fort Scott
Ku Klux Klan
Geo.h. Combs
Church of Christ
Church
Masonic Fraternity
Humanity
Christ
Stern
Colorado Springs
Milan
Rumors of Mexican Leaders Meeting and Press Ownership Change
Rumors suggest Mexican federal government and rebel leaders may meet to settle differences. The New York Evening Post will join Curtis publications after Philadelphia publisher’s agreement. Debate over Soviet recognition and possible Russian influence prompts investigation, with Borah and Secretary Hughes offering contrasting views.
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New York Evening Post
Othe Curtis
Philaelphia
The
Evening Post
Springfield Republican
Senate
Borah
Hughes
United States
First Lady at White House Reception Highlights Social Strain
Washington reports Calvin and Mrs. Coolidge faced the tedium of their first formal social at the White House with 3000 guests. The president’s handshakes wore thin as hours passed, though Mrs. Coolidge seemed to endure it better. The piece notes political maneuvering ahead for Democratic nomination and a quip about Boyle's Thirty Acres as a venue suggestion.
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Washington
Calvin
Mrs. Coolidge
Coolidge
Democratic National Committee
Jim Watson
Jim
Boyle
Thirty Acres
Pat Harrison
Mississippi
Watson
Congressional
Albert J. Beveridge
Harrison
Indiana
League of Nations
The Gaspards of Pine Croft by Ralph Connor
Ralph Connor presents Paul Gaspard as a strong central character in The Gaspards of Pine Croft. The novel follows courage devotion struggle against temptation and eventual victory amid adventure and romance. A heartening message on faith loyalty and responsibility in rugged life is conveyed. Published by Geo H Doran and Co New York.
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Ralph Connor
Gaspards
Pine Croft
Paul Gaspard
Gwen
Paul
Geo. If. Doran and Co
New York
Leap Year Proposals and Rail Consolidation Debate
Tom Sims notes Leap Year quirks as women may propose while men press for proposals. Hoover urges railroad consolidation to ensure modern efficiency. The piece comments on Pullman blankets and industry capacity, framing a period tone from Varsity Annex Candy in Holiday Boxes.
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Varsity Annex
Christmas Cantata The Message of the Star at First Baptist
The First Baptist Church quartet will perform The Message of the Star a Christmas cantata Sunday night at 8 45 with a male quartet. Soloists include Mrs Frank Jennings soprano Ruth Gould contralto Martin Hall tenor and Reven De Jarnette bass. Organist June Judy accompanies. Parts include Prophetic Promises Annunciation Song of the Angels Shepherds Search Adoration and Mother’s Reverie. Public invited.
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Woodman
First Baptist Jehurch
Baptist ‘Church
Frank Jennings
Ruth Gould
Martin ‘Hall
Reven DeJarnette
DeJarnette
C. W. ‘Farnham
Martin Hall
June Judy
Robbery at Dawn Delivers $34 to Bandits
About 1 o'clock this morning two bandits held up a clerk and his wife and robbed them of $34. The men compelled the clerk or his wife to surrender the money. The report ends with Winfield defeats Independence in Winfield Kansas on December 22.
Field High Defeats Independence In Season Opener
Field High School beat Independence High 25 to 12 in the season opener. Walton seeks Supreme Court review from Oklahoma. formal application filed by F E Riddle and Henry B Mart in Washington on December 22. Frances Patterson listed in the docket.
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Field High
Independence High
Walton
Supreme Court
Washington
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