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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 24, 1935
Page
3
Vatican City December 24 Pope Pius told 34 cardinals that hopes for a peaceful Christmas would not be fulfilled. He spoke of melancholy, looming clouds and bloodshed while urging clergy to be healthily modern and closely cooperate with the laity. He released an encyclical on priesthood urging solid conviction and practical benevolence.
In Newark on December 23 two men kidnapped elderly diamond merchant William Keer, firing on three rocket squad detectives who pursued them. The car was found later with the victim bound and gagged in the rear. police pursued the suspects who escaped after a shot hit their windshield.
Sigrid Arne tells how Santa finishes a hundred toy trains with elf help after a near miss. A gray iron arm delivers a note to rest and toys complete, revealing the Iron Queen’s surprise. Christmas morning brings bells, rest, and a bright holiday ending.
Jerry Stugard, sentenced to two years in the Texas penitentiary for the slaying of J. S. Roe in Alamo on September 23, was denied a new trial and released on a $1,500 bond after giving notice of appeal in Edinburg. Also, Lloyd Kinnett, of 1606 West Sixth Street, was arrested on a charge of operating a truck without a muffler and booked for police court on Friday, December 27.
A scrambled crossword clue list presents across and down entries with mixed letters and partial words. The page fragment shows numerous numbered hints such as First man, Russia sea, Large dog, Swabs ig, and concept fragments including plant names, chemicals, and mythic references.
Federal meteorologist S D Flora said Kansas expects no white Christmas as cold arctic winds arrive. He projected highs near 32 in eastern Kansas and 35 to 40 in the west with subzero readings across nearby regions and a snow blanket remaining rare in the state.
In Sapulpa Ohio on December 24 L A Simpson a Piedmont farmer and his 11 year old son Warren were identified as two more victims of Chester Comer the hitchhiker killer. They were the last of five bodies recovered from a month old case as relatives confirmed the identifications and the men were returning home. Comer was killed resisting arrest and was in Simpson’s car when shot.
Last night after Negro hunters found them ten miles west of here, the bodies of Ray Evans, Shaw nee attorney, and Comer’s first and second wives, all of whom he was suspected of killing, had been found previously. Two Christmas services will be held at Immanuel Lutheran at Tenth and Kentucky streets. Tonight at 7 o’clock the Sunday school children will tell the Christmas story and hymn singing will follow. Tomorrow at 9:30 the pastor Rev. W. W. Stoeppelwerth will deliver the Christmas sermon from Micah 5 2-4. Immanuel invites all to hear the old story of God’s love.
Mrs Burt Sanders hosted visitors Wednesday night and Thursday with Mr and Mrs Ted Elm at Worden. Several families visited Topeka Turney Plattsburg Perry and Baldwin with various relatives. The November December birthday groups presented a program at the school house with songs readings and a play Quack Quack. Refreshments followed and the January meeting will be led by Miss Mildred Petefish. The Christy anniversary surprise honored Mr and Mrs John Christy on Monday evening.
Christmas Eve party hosted at Mrs. Glenn Cox home featured Puff in disguise revealing himself to delighted parents. Twenty members and three guests attended who shared devotionals, stories, and readings including a Roosevelt meditation and “Silent Night” sung by Glenice Cox and Pearl Cox. Gift exchange wrapped up the cozy afternoon hosted by Mrs. Carrie Cox.
Clifton Warrington, on a 60 day furlough, will return to Fort Riley Friday to complete the remaining portion of his service. He has been visiting at Mrs. Guy Folks' home since Thursday, January 2.
Mrs. Bonnie Hansen and Clarence Hager man ill with flu and severe illness. Juanita Stone and Helen Holcomb return for Christmas vacation. Lorene Williams Margaret Everley and Coal Creek students perform before a large crowd. Mrs. Argu Coehran wins cake in cake walk. Trom the plate lunch raises funds. Mrs. Herman Janzen visits sister Mrs. Pete Block in Mound Ridge. Former Vinland High teacher Ferne Galle remembered. Glenn Miller family attends Coal Creek program. Coleman Dell club hosts at Mrs Fd Randel home with a miniature tree and Santa favors. Program includes roll call The best Christmas I ever had with 14 members answering.
Mrs. Dave McKinney mentioned as the hostess mother. Officers chosen include President Mary Sturdy, Vice President Hill, Secretary Thomas, Treasurer Thomas, and Chaplain Counts. Christmas carols were sung and a gifts exchange held under a lighted tree after a fruits reading by Mrs. Mary.
We wish to wish for everyone a happy and prosperous year of 1936. We thank you for the interest you have taken in our new store and your splendid patronage.
The January meeting will be hosted by Mrs. Dora Randell at her residence. The event invites local residents to attend and discuss community issues in a informal setting.
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