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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Dec 28, 1925
Page
1
A brutal cold front grips the United States and Canada driving subzero temperatures from the Rockies to the Atlantic. Reports cite widespread property damage, dozens of deaths, and ongoing frigid conditions extending into Florida and beyond, with ventilation of fires and storms linked to the cold.
News record from Topeka notes temperatures in Kansas running from twenty to twenty-five degrees above normal. Reports indicate skies were clear across most counties with only the northwestern area unsettled. Government observers forecast continued warn weather for tomorrow amid regional readings.
Morning temperatures in Kansas City and Ellsworth drop below zero with a widespread cold wave. Forecasters warn of lingering frigid air as highs struggle to rise. several towns report subzero readings and bitter wind chills across the region.
Renowned football coach Rockne announced a month long trip to Europe before returning from Kansas to South Bend. He will set sail for travel and visits with former associates including Jesse Harper while abroad.
New York today marks Woodrow Wilson's birthday as a national event with dinners and testimonies honoring the war president. The post office adds Wilson memorial stamps in Washington Princeton and Staunton. Dudley Doolittle and Jouett Shouse lead the Wilson Memorial service in Wichita with Mayor Gordon as chief speaker and Chaplain Edwards delivering a brief address.
The Eli. Ferrell post of the American Legion will hold its regular weekly meeting on Wednesday evening December 30 instead of Thursday. After a brief business section Walter Nagenbush will present the second lecture in a series on Americanization by Dean F. W. Blackimar, focusing on Negotiation of Foreign Popular Opinion. Commander Ft. S. Mazon urges full attendance. Also noted are reports of aviation activity with Stout All-metal airplanes launching from Ford Airport toward Miami and Tampa for commercial use, and a separate fire incident near Blaize in_Lakfire storage tank and nearby structures damaged.
Kansas forecast shows mostly fair weather tonight and Tuesday with cloudy spells. Roads remain clear but frozen in all points, with partial cloud cover near Hutchinson. Weather notes imply a calm day with no significant changes in temperatures.
Tex. high schoolers touring the Rio Grande Valley joined in a rare snowball fight in Brownsville. Reportedly the first snow activity of its kind in the area, spectators cheered as students from Austin’s high school played outside amid a sudden white dusting. The brief skirmish ended quickly due to limited snow and cold wind.
A Minnesota report notes opposition to gifts from foundations related to Rockefeller, with Wisconsin Regents resisting donations from any educational endowments. The committee argues gifts support medical and scientific research without compromising academic freedom, citing Chicago as a contrasting example.
A crowd gathered for The Gingham Girl at Rawersock theater despite warnings from unknown persons. County peace officers provided protection for both performances as owner Glenn S Dickinson blamed cold weather for low attendance and plans to sue where the threat originated, with a new comedy Apple Sauce announced for January 7 at Bowersock.
General John J. Pershing, leader of the American expeditionary forces, is ill and expected to depart Arica for the United States within the month. Reports from Washington say his health problems include dental complications and age related strain from his duties overseeing the Tacna Arica arbitration. He may travel on the cruiser Denver, with Major Glen T. Jones aiding medical care.
Washington dispatch reports Colonel Jaz J. Morrow of the Tacna border commission likely to depart for the United States before January 15 due to weather disruptions. Pershing plans to return after physician advised, with no fixed date yet.
Brigadier General Butler Inday withdrew his resignation from the marine service. He will return to Philadelphia to settle private affairs, then resume duty in Washington. Late January he proceeds to San Diego to command the marine base there. Order two pounds of dayhawk Sweet stream butter at your grocer's today.
Fragmented lines discuss Lenten goods, imports from Paris, and a fashion item described with cryptic slang about shingle, bark tea, and drape. It reads like a garbled note on materials, fashion, and an unspecified process requiring a skilled manipulator. Named specifics are scarce, but references to Paris and a potential trade item appear.
A dispatch from Teheran reports Russian plans to extend influence into Afghanistan and counter British and Emir Amanullah’s government. The piece notes revived traditional Russian designs, proposals to improve Kabul axed by the Oxus crossing, and fears of a Russian march toward Afghan border. In Darkhad area, reports claim Russians seized territory near the Oxus, sparking concern of a broader incursion.
Kirby MeRall plans a spring European trek to claim a world long distance championship title. He travels with a bold plan to meet heads of state if possible and to swim the English Channel. He has been breaking ice in the Missouri River for daily practice as part of his training regimen.
The fifth annual convention of Cosmopolitan clubs of America opens Tuesday in Lawrence, hosted by the University of Kansas chapter. Delegates register at 7 this evening, with welcomes by Randhir Sandhya and Chancellor Strong. Aimed at fostering justice, tolerance, and brotherhood among students of all nationalities, the event features discussions on foreign students in America and international problems.
A man near Lawrence swindled three merchants last week, passing stolen San Sinson money orders from December 10. He paid with a $50 order at a jewelry store for a watch and two £12 orders at Frisco and Thadium markets. Authorities chase him. identity rules at the post office are stressed as officials note money orders require identification.
In Mexico City a new Amerwan film compares favorably with bullfighting, drawing bigger crowds and more money than the matadors. The article notes local interest in American cinema and describes the show as a curiosity alongside traditional spectacle.
Filipina students will observe Rizal Day with a two part program at the Methodist Church on Wednesday evening. Prof H B Chubb of the University of Kansas political science department and Zapata’s Novelty Troubadours will perform musical numbers and talks will be given on Rizal’s life and Philippine independence. The event honors the twenty ninth anniversary of Rizal’s death and invites the public.
Conray Springs December 28 A P H Sones merchant is jailed on an arson charge after a fire destroyed the Mawhett building in the central business district. The loss is reported as small and Sones was believed to be located in the structure at the time of the blaze.
Washington on December 28 received complete information and plans for the preparatory commission on disarmament from Berne via Minister Hugh Gibson. The League Council invitation to American participation is under study as Kellogg returns from holiday travel. no final action yet.
Washington D C April 28 Eastman former Chase public service commissioner was appointed to the Federal Interstate Commerce Commission to take effect January 1 He heads a minority campaign against the commission on its questions of policy finance and regulation. Holes burned in roof of R M F Base home at 1015 Connecticut Street alarm 8 48 AM cause heats from chimney
Health officials report a diphtheria immunization drive at the city hall on Saturday, with 140 county children attending and 80 more expected for three treatments at no cost to parents. Many families have visited daily ahead of the next inoculation events.
A early Sunday morning blaze nine miles west of Cabool Texas killed George Brown 47 Carl Brown 24 Edwin Brown 12 and Marlow Brown 4. The father died on the stairs attempting to rescue his family while Carl Brown perished after helping Tom 18 escape through a window. Mrs Brown and the elder son slept downstairs and escaped.
Hill, president of the Lawrence manufacturing committee, will address the Topeka Chamber of Commerce on the Seventh Annual Conference of the Harvard Committee of Economic Research. He recently spoke to the Topeka business men and is to outline 1926 business prospects.
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