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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 04, 1935
Page
4
A Huey Long witness testified he was offered 14000 to remove Long from the scene, with the price rising to 20000. Chief Justice Hughes announced no gold clause decision today, an unprecedented move that fuels market speculation and prep talks on possible administration responses.
Thoughtful Democrats add to the chorus of warning and opposition that distrusts the new deal program. The piece notes that distrust exists beyond Republicans and cites contributing voices from within the party.
Senator Josiah C. Bailey of North Carolina urges Congress to end unlimited borrowing and spending before it leads to national bankruptcy. He warns that political outcomes may follow economic ruin and questions who should control the $4.8 billion relief distribution labeled pork. A witness admits writing untruths to keep her fiancé happy, noting the deception was not serving a benefit.
Old Home-Town naturalization petitions were filed for Charles D. Kaiser, an Eudora farmer, and Nickolaos Douvas, purveyor of Puritan case, before Walter J. Wolf, assistant director of naturalization. A prowler was thwarted while attempting to rob F. C. Klock's Windmill grocery on Mississippi Street between 9:30 and 10. The thief fled after a passerby alerted the owner and police. goods remained untouched. High School honor roll listed students including Delo Selix and Frank Strong. Fritz Kreisler concert attendance planned by many locals to Topeka this evening. social invitations issued for February 12–14 at 1236 Massachusetts Street by Mrs. Wilder S. Metcalf and Miss Marguerite Dullene with mention of travel plans for Mr. and Mrs. Charles Finch.
Chancellor Frank Strong of the University forbids the annual Theta Nu Epsilon fraternity party planned for February 11. Miss Maggie Bell Long hosts a dinner for Corrine Coston of Topeka. Orden Jones, captain of the S. H. S track team, will entertain the boys who took part in the meet.
A local w idower named Jones is involved in church activities, with his spouse noting he may be seeking a younger wife in the choir. The remark reflects small town humor about social life and appearances.
Saturday at dinner a thimble party hosted by Mrs S J Hunter drew about fifty ladies with help from Mrs Strong Mrs Haworth and Mrs Skilton. Miss Marie Monroe wed William Peterson at the Catholic parsonage with Rapp siblings in attendance. reception followed at the bride’s parents home and the couple will reside at 815 New York Street. Lena B Hunzicker now teaches at Palmyra High School. Poland China hog sale near Pawnee averaged $100 per pig. others travel to Waynesville and Kansas City for events and outings.
Forty years ago Mrs Elwell injured herself after a fall. ice conditions produced over an inch thick, excellent quality. Two fire alarms Saturday night brought the department to Mrs Davis home and later to a chimney fire at M s Beard’s corner. Several injuries occurred from a wagon overturn on icy streets. Ridemiller Ice secures Santa Fe contract as Mrs Barnett and children visit Lawrence.
In Cherryvale Mrs Mariah Benham 90 widow of former Montgomery county commissioner died Saturday. Rosa Allen 108 of Fort Leavenworth funeral held today born December 25 1926 Lexington Kentucky. Herbert Lillie 45 Negro life term inmate in Pratt county prison died Saturday after years in the criminal insane ward. Paola infant son of Mr and Mrs Gus Reiter died Saturday after birth complications involving a feeding tube. In Great Bend funeral for Will Towsley publisher of the Great Bend Tribune active in Republican affairs. In Hays Mrs Frank Bluma 66 seriously injured after beating by two masked robbers who escaped with 70 and papers.
Naomi Martin age 58 died yesterday at her sister’s home in Oklahoma City after a month’s visit. Daughter of Joseph C. Martin pioneer editor, she long served as children’s librarian at Carnegie Library in Fort Worth for 25 years after moving there with her father who founded Fort Worth papers. Her mother was related to General U S Grant.
A garbled synopsis reveals Montana entangled with Mexican villainy as Mateo Rubriz and Brother Pascual press to aid in stealing a mineral crown from a Duraya church. Ute governor’s theft shadows the scheme while Montana, Rubriz, and others travel to towns and inns. Miguel abandons reserve, showing wild hunger and gleaming eyes.
In a dim inn Montan a seeks help to seize the emer ald crown from the governor while Miguel warnings of danger. Rosita the inn’s woman flirts with wealth but rejects Montan a’s gold, leaving him waiting in uncertainty as schemes unfold.
Christopher Cohintbus Crow admits wickedness and claims he sought revenge on a man who wanted him killed. He says he only teased by removing the wig briefly and intended to return with adhesive tape before stealing it.
In a murky tale a crow named Willy Nilly confronts Christopher over delaying a man by dropping an adhesive tape package in the snow. Willy scolds him for mischief and ensures Christopher joins the crow on a cold night, facing consequences and a wary return to the nest.
A Canadian doctor associated with quintuplets earns high praise for modern care. He kept infants isolated, used incubators and controlled moisture, and employed carbon dioxide oxygen mixes to resist asphyxia. The piece lauds his blend of old school prudence and modern science in pediatrics.
Chicago streetcar conductor Louis Abel hid a change pocket in his uniform pants to stay ahead of thieves. Three robbers stole his coat and change case, alarming officials who hoped the hidden pocket innovation would succeed. Abel recovered most of the receipts from inner pockets sewn into the pants.
A prankster cat caused a city blackout after striking a 13,000 volt line at a power substation. The flash lit the sky for miles, temporarily knocking two substations offline and drawing widespread inquiries from newspaper offices. Police used a missile against a suspect who evaded a warrant, tossing a bomb through a window and waiting.
Indiana police arrest 48 year old L Robinson driving while intoxicated near a plate glass window. Officers try to secure horse and wagon on the sidewalk, the horse balks, and bail is arranged to move the gear. Also a Maryland brief notes warm weather melting icicles and honey from a bee hive as children await treats.
Herbert Plummer analyzes the World Court decision, listing senators who voted for or against the court. He notes Nye Bone Norris Cutting Ciuzens and Vandenberg as key figures. The piece centers on factional divides in the progressive bloc and the munitions inquiry’s influence.
Lawsuits totaling 202,750 filed in federal court claim the May 1932 Neodesha Kansas air crash that killed three Winnipeg players and injured eight others resulted from illegal nilotation and improper flight readiness. Plaintiffs represent estates of two dead players and eight injured teammates against owner John H. O Brian actor Michel O Shea Joseph Dodds and sponsor Mid Continent Petroleum with Anna Ritter as estate administrator. The complaint says arrangements for the Tulsa Winnipeg game were made by the petroleum firm which allegedly funded transport to Tulsa and back.
Puffy shouts to place the horse back at its stop while Tinkun laments and promises friendship. The quirky exchange shows a lighthearted, cooperative moment between the two.
Residents of southern Szechwan province breathed easier as they witnessed the removal of the menace of a communist invasion believed imminent for months. Paris Premier Flandin announced readiness to call out 50,000 troops if needed to prevent a repetition of riots from February 6.
Topeka forecasts keep autumn mood with continued dry spell and above normal sunshine. Weather officials warn no sudden warmups or rain expected soon as conditions persist across the region.
Federal meteorologist S. D. Flora forecast continued mild and sunlit conditions with no break in the current pattern. Readings around 25 in the west and 32 in the east were expected tonight, with Tuesday likely to bring 45 to 60 degrees. Kansas reported no moisture over the last 24 hours as skies remained clear over the state and surrounding areas.
Denver February 4 AP A boot black named Jim Andrews won a judgment upholding the validity of the Presidents reemployment agreements. He was awarded 42.50 against his employers for underpayment while NRA contracts ended at 14.50.
A vintage ad copy touts Creomulsion as a seven in one remedy for coughs promising quick relief and safety. It claims the product coats the throat and that druggists guarantee it, urging readers to treat coughs seriously as danger signals.
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