Forecast of improved radio reception tied to sunspot cycles
Des Moines Ia Dec 30 AP improving radio reception for several years, with a forecast of a general rise in sunspots by 1930 and 1937, and a potential 11 year cycle reducing impact by 1981. Harlan T Stetson of Ohio Wesleyan University cites data from sunspot activity and predicts better broadcast reception in the 1930s, while Commander Heck discusses broadcasting weather and ionospheric conditions via the Kennelly Heaviside ray to aid radio operators.
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Heck
United States Coast and Aeudetic Survey
Betn
Granted divorce in Topeka physician case
Nora Michener was granted a divorce from Dr William E Michener on abandonment grounds with custody of two minor children. Judge Hugh Beans awarded the divorce last Saturday afternoon after an emergency trial sought by the Norton County health nurse who could not leave duties. The couple married in 1914 at Norwood and the defendant, absent, was represented by Hugh Rush. M A Gorrill represented the plaintiff. Midland 4 B club meets.
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Nora Michener
William. E. Michener
Topeka
Hugh Beans
Norton County
Lawrence
Means
Norwood
Michener
Hugh Rush
M. A. Gorrill
Midland
New Year's Resolutions For Midland 4-H Club 1930
The Midland 4- H club met at Paul Brune home on December 27 with Frank Brune as president. Members answered roll call with resolutions for 4-H work in the new year. Wilfred Ousdahl elected cheerleader. The program by Winifred Moses and Eugenia Brune followed. Gifts were given from the Christmas tree and refreshments served before adjournment. The next meeting will be at Kenneth Jones home January 31 1950.
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Midland
Wnth
Paul Brune
Frank Brune
Roll Call
Wilfred Ousdahl
Winifred Moses
Eugenia Brune
Kenneth Jones
McKint
Theft at Carter Stationery Delivers Missing Corona Typewriter
Two women and a man entered Carter Stationery at 1025 Massachusetts street on Saturday noon. While the man bought items at the rear, the women grabbed a Corona portable typewriter and left, claiming they were headed toward the Pigely Wigerly store.
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de Carter
Massachusetts Street
Tax Licenses Open In Kansas For 1920 Cars
Topeka reports indicate the county treasurer will not issue 1920 automobile licenses until January 2. Cash only, in person applications, and the need to provide car serial number last year’s tag dealer name for new cars or theft state for used cars are required. Judge Richard J. Hopkins will visit Wichita and other cities to hear preliminary matters before the new federal district judge, with no court session scheduled in Wichita. A Nash sedan wreck near Big Springs injured none severely, occupants unnamed, car moved to Slaughter garage.
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J. F. Metsker
Secretary of State
Topeka
Richard J. Hopkins
Wichita
Kansas
Hopkins
Fort Scott
Leavenworth
Kansas City
Nash
Big Springs
R. R. Rutherford
Reads of Engagement and Chicken Theft Report
Read about the engagement of film actor Richard Dix to Maxine Glass at Long Beach California and his potential marriage within three months. Also notes J M O Connor reporting the theft of about thirty White Rock chickens near Big Springs with a $25 reward offered by Sheriff Rutherford.
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Matt G
Richard Dix
Kansas City
Prsson
Glass
Dix
Maxine
University of Southern California
Lone Beach
Cal
J. M. O'Connor
Big Springs
White Rock
R. RB. Rutherford
Clinton Belvoir Club Hearts Christmas Gathering
Mr and Mrs M Murphy hosted a six o clock Christmas evening for family with many relatives attending. The note mentions various local residents and families along with church services for Walter Payne of Wichita and interment at Clinton cemetery.
Community notes and Christmas visits in Clinton area
The Clinton township board met and William Ranning left for Texas. Local families including the Lobb, Kamp Schroder, and Andersons spent Christmas with relatives in Ottawa and Topeka. The Presbyterian church held a Bethlehem picture service crafted by local student Reby Shamap.
Local Notices of December Gatherings and Visits in Lawrence
Fe hela Mittin to Donald reports a December 24 gathering in Wornica with Mrs Wag coner teaching Clinton school last year and many friends here. Art Johnson repaired telephone lines. Mr. Dreyerson from Topeka visited his daughter Mrs Ebert Anderson and family. Will Tucker visited Lawrence. Miss Ruthy Kampschroder spending two weeks at home. Joseph Kennison entertained at dinner with many guests. Ralph Khmpschroder suffered a felon on his hand. C E Woodward Merritt Woodward and Mrs A C Curtiss spent Sunday at Arch Dean home in Edgerton.
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Murphy
Giys
Harry Murphy
Lesley
Fred Ballywin
Rose
Louise and Moreland
Esther
Bessie Murphy
J. H. Chilcote
A. C. Curi
FE. Woodward
Arthur Lash
Walter
Wichita
Presbyterian Church
McAfee
Topeka
Clinton Cemetery
Payne
Clinton
Charles Woodward
Charles Frank
Faiban
N. M
Chine Cutiss
Colby
W. C. Payne
Lash
Seigel Farm Bureau
Harry Johnson
Ralph Coleman
Chicatro
W. L. Payne
J. Payne
J. H. Child
Homer Allison
Law‘rence
Alvis Alllison
Charles Belles
Memorial Hospital
Ches
Heire
Fred Lobb
Rove
Wall
Tox
Feta
William Kampchrader
Richmond
Relain
Gort
Meg
Vasell Harrell
Khen Anderson
William, Ranning
Texas
Hary Murphy
A T. Anderson
Dade Andersen
Frederic Lee
Ottawa
Rat Hame
Ethra
Wisconsin
Eildred Jensen
Oklah
Ae Ipatient
Riv
Gorge Jen
Atles Herschel Etl
Hester Baldwin Hmas
James Duncan
Idorsas
Otiseine
W. Has
Seattle
Sheer
Gibler
Ivan
Wroner
Carl Waniweard
Whawes
Merritt Woodward
Betty
Thelma
Arthur Losh
Martini
Alva
Revler
RK. UL
Hall
Allison
Naomi -Anderson
Warth
Ann
Margaret
Ottawa Wedne
Lucy Buck
Homer
Buck, Jr
Lucy Heine
William Tucker
Marian
William. Kampschroder, Jr
Harry Tucker
Esther Murphy
Lawrence
William
Cummings Biss
Charles
Myrabelle
Teresa
Edd Robinson
Fred Baldwin
Rey Custer
Earl
Neichborhood
Mise
Fe Hela Mittin
Donald
Mace Ih
Taok
Wornica
Wag
Coner
Loc Ality
Art Johnson
Dreyerson
Ebert Anderson
Will Tucker
Rithy Kampschroder
Fotke
Joseph Kennison
Chris Day
Chas
Kampselgroder
Mattie
Tommy
Edith
Ralph
Howard
August Kampschroder
Carl
Oleon
Helen
Anna
Harry
Fret Scott
Ralph Khmpschroder
C. E. Woodward
A. C. Curtiss
Arch Dean
Edgerton
Big Springs Community Spon sors Dinner and Toy Drive
Big Springs plans a combined program Friday evening with a supper to follow. Proceeds fund purchase of pint thermos for children to provide hot lunches at school. Mrs TO Webber and family visiting relatives during holidays.
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Big Springs Jarent Teacherstasociation
Jama A
TO. Webber
Ita Sire
Fr. Webber
Rowk
Voreka
Bart Goetrgide Ienecis
Peni
Morton
Robert Obkilim
Christ
Relaves
Johay
and . Hew
Tenry Sndson
Jack
George Hut Henry
Grandchi
Helen
Pearl
Olive Ler
Charles Glespi
F. M. Greer
LaHarne
Divorce Suit Filed By Davis And Dav is
A divorce petition was filed in district court by Estelly Davis against George Davis alleging abandonment and mistreatment. The couple wed in 1900 and have two children. The suit seeks division of property and support.
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Estelly Davis
George Davis
Journal-World
Lawrence Business College Opens Doors to Ambitious Learners
The Lawrence Business College announces openings for motivated individuals seeking advancement in business work with start dates on Monday. Applicants can begin daily sessions to pursue professional growth and new career opportunities.
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Tawrence Business College
Tris
Anl
Aiew Petin
Dail—Aly
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