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Lawrence Journal World

Location

Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America

Date

Dec 22, 1926

Page

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More Autonomy for Philippines Suggested in Report

Washington reports discuss granting further autonomy to the Philippines, with recommendations to reestablish cooperation and extend federal relations. The note cites Col. Thoranson’s report to Congress and Governor Wood’s administration as guiding steps toward economic and legal reforms, including rubber codes and industrial development.

Philippinie Philippine Sania Earliesh Congress Coulidee Col Thoransin Eral Wood Filip

Merchants urged to stop hip flask sales in Chicago

The W C T U and Mrs Bla A Boole appeal to Chicago merchants to refuse to advertise or sell hip flasks, urging mothers to join a protest against sales seen as violating the law. They call for signs to be removed and for stores to stop stocking these flasks this Christmas season.

iChicago Der W. C Bla A. Boole Ridenk National W. U

Acquittal of Green in liquor embezzlement case

San Francisco and Washington reports say Colonel Green was acquitted of embezzling eleven bottles of confiscated liquor used at riotous gatherings. The jury cleared him minutes after deliberations as prosecutors challenged differing witness accounts. Green, once prohibition administrator for northern California, awaits official telegrams on reinstatement and future duties.

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Alien Property Row Sparks Senate Probe In 1920s Washington

The Comperativn General AleCarl's report on alien property exposes alleged improper seizure and sale of assets. Senators Borah and Curtis debate with leaders over withheld exhibits and whether to proceed with a formal investigation, noting millions of dollars allegedly taken from private properties during the period.

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Kansis Forecasts One Cent Unsettler Weather Map

Fragmented forecast mentions rain or snow in northwest areas with slight warm up to day and Thursday. Notes light precipitation, with a rough pattern around Wichita and Ottawa and mention of preparations for unsettled conditions.

Caldee Ottawa Spe Elaz

Rt Rev Ward of Leavenworth Bishop Dies

The Rt Rev Ward bishop of Leavenworth Catholic church at Providence Hospital, Kansas City, dies December 22 after a heart disease. He served about ten years and was admitted to Providence Hospital last week. He will not officiate at Pontifical High Mass in Leavenworth during Christmas holidays. The bishop had been ill and near the hospital.

Il Qosag City Kan Ward Catholic Church Providence Hospital Leavenworth

Senate panel drops charges in three states

Washington December 22 charges of regularities in senatorial campaigns in Oregon Missouri and Washington were dropped by the Senate Campaign Funds Committee in a partial report. The panel said it had not completed reviews of Pennsylvania totals and noted it would not yet provide final figures on three Republican candidates.

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Troops Capture Trio After Night at Farmhouse

Clinton December reporters describe state troopers surrounding a farmhouse at the foot of Wartown Mountain. James and Beatrice Meaney were slightly wounded. Timothy Meaney uninjured. Troopers fired into the old house after a nightlong standoff following a dispute with two agents of a cruelty society seeking cattle restitution. The three offered no resistance when the house was breached.

Clinton Neo Thei Siste Uurtown James Béatrice Meaney Timothy~ Meaney Society For the Prevention of Cruelty Hiazenkster

Secretary Davis Endorses Waterways Expansion Appropriation

Washington Dep Seen Davis of the arate department recommended to the Lodged bureau to pay supplementary appropriations of 2 000 000 for expansion of the Inland Waterways Corporation of the upper Mississippi river The funds would establish barge lines on the upper river and purchase a tow boat and twenty four barges Under a fixed charge of 18 800 per month joint installation of Lawrence Lodge Acacia Lodge No 9 officers to be held at the sonid temple tombs December 23. date corrected from 28 in the journal World fast age au

Washington Y Davis Aratepartment Inland Waterways Mississippi River Rensory Department of Congress Ufider Wartier River Ruvertivelt Yomorr Lawrence Lodge Acacia Lodgze No Sonid Temple Tombs Jras

U K Building Program Outlined for Ten Year Plan

Chancellor Lindley and heads of departments outline a ten year building program for the University of Kansas. The plan, submitted to the Board of Regents, argues for a large construction program to meet rising enrollment and expanded university functions, detailing facilities at Lawrence and medical areas, and stressing the need to maintain faculty standards and scholarships.

Lindley Sin University Sumsas Lindley Soversior Board of Regents Tie'puyonse

Solons Watch To Keep Gose Check At Session Farm Union Meeting

Rowstis County Farmers' Union held a machine meeting at Kosede schoolhouse, approving a resolution urging state organization to mobilize county unions. May meet at schoolhouse chosen. officers include C.3 Stenberger as president, Sowerd vice president, Baldwin secretary treasurer, with a noon cafeteria luncheon and performances by the Williams sisters quartet and Helen Altenberaod and Dorothy Gabriel. Representative Willard Morgan spoke. reports indicated the Farmers' Union remains strong and the butter and milk association earned about 50000 in its first year as eggs may be added after sugar.

Legisla Rowstis

Christmas charity ticket distribution at Armory

Community drive for underprivileged children held Saturday morning at the Armory. Mrs. TD Pank and Bieds Kinglesnérzer oversee tickets and gifts with Miss Dorathy Gre presiding. Santa arrives as students perform readings and dances. gifts distributed to attendees. Fraternal Union hall hosts New Year’s program. Five men reported missing after bridge collapse on the Big Sandy river near Gilbertsburg Kentucky. three rescued, one critical, ten swam to shore. names include Paul Garter Ala Campbell Bud Gormah Burt Slack Elders and HM Overstreet.

Pank Bieds Kinglesnérzer Sch Gill Armory A. Puls Dorathy Severa Kell Santa Lawrence Mhintington Vai Gillelisburk Tseaper Amg Lin I Paul Garter Ala Campbell Gormah Catlettsbure Burt Slack Fiuitingeton Overstreet Glasgow Lander Elders

Washington Post Posts Plan to Battle Bandit Raids

The AP reports the House Postal Committee chaired by Gi jest drafted a plan to strengthen rail and mail security amid bandit raids. Marines guard mail facilities and a review notes increased policing. Postmaster General New proposes stricter penalties to deter criminals.

Washington Bert Hhe House Posta

Arkansas City Coach Addresses Junior High Players

athletics director PC lion spoke to schoolboys in Arkansas City today. He gave basketball practice tips to junior high students as part of a Monday Current Events club event at To la Buys' Chevrolet.

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German protest over Roumier acquittal stirs Paris talks

Berlin protests French court acquittal of Lieutenant Roumier amid tensions over the killing of a German civilian in Germersheim and the wounding of another. Ambassador Van Woesch in Paris will press the French government as Dr. Stresemann’s cabinet seeks unity and a path to German sovereignty after the Versailles regime.

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Office mailroom robbed and emptied after hours

Local postal office workers report a late night mailroom break in with both outgoing and incoming mail removed. The lobby remained crowded as carriers noted slick roads and heavy packages. officials planned another cleaning and locking of the office by evening. December stamp receipts show year over year gains.

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Elks Club Plans Annual Ball At Union Hall

Elks to hold their annual ball at the Braternal Aid Union hall on a December evening. Organizer Ernte Meyn says plans are shaping up with a top orchestra and entertainers, proceeds aiding Christmas baskets for Lawrence families in need.

Elks Vhaxity Braternal ‘Aid Union Hall Ernte Meyn Meyn Artchéstra Lawrence

Old Coffeyville Woman Keeps Bible as Keepsake

A Coffeyville, Kansas widow Mary Norton Birigham who kept a Bible passed down through generations. The volume, said to carry fears and memories, circulated among residents of the community over years. Date of incident noted as December 22 with mentions of caretaking among local families.

Goftexville Kan Norton Mary Birigham

Santa visits and murder case rise from foggy notes

A scrambled fragment discusses Santa Claus scheduling visits and a murder preliminary in Oklahoma. Testimony cites early morning creaks, a hand print analysis, and finger print uncertainty. District detectives link a bedroom scene to the suspect, with ballistic experts weighing the evidence.

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Making Up Baskets For The Needy In Lawrence City

Baskets, Will Do Distéih nearly one hundred baskets prepared for the needy this Friday. Donations include flour, meal, undyed heavy cloths, eighty pairs of dress hose, mittens, and waterwear. City officials note hundreds of contributions are recorded for distribution to families with children. Police report a separate incident in the afternoon on Tongarbsie Street involving Carlson.

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Watts on England and the spread of education and religion

Watts discusses England and the spread of education, colleges, and settlements beyond church reach. He cites public meetings and religious services as approaches to sustain communities, noting banks and small country professors aiding local growth and charitable efforts.

Paessis England Watts Eigland Peopla Syell Epasit Przjon Galvin Cholidg Massachusetts

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