Kansas Case Tests State Textbook Laws for Toward Toward Towces
The Kansas state case against Towrpace school board members and the district superintendent proceeds after a Saturday hearing. Attorneys Mitchell Higgins and Dawson Fisher appear with Dr Eva Harding present to argue the legality of using textbooks not provided under the current statute and the process for procuring compliant books. The outcome hinges on interpretation of the state law requiring publication and bidding for new textbooks and whether current texts meet standards. several legal questions remain as the trial is awaited.
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Flunge C
Smart
State of Kansas
Towrpace
Suart
J.H. Mitchell
W._E
Higgins
Dawson
Hush T. Fisher
Topeka
Mephis
Br. Fisher
Ani
Fuel Commission Bnd
Alluop
Fisher
Mats Tope
Two Fires Damage Barn and Residence in Iowa City
Fire department reports two Saturday night and Sunday fires causing about 700 dollars in damage. Barn at A R Morrison’s on 2240 WH1 Fremont Street was largely destroyed though contents saved. loss around 300 dollars. Residence at Carl Graeber 1017 Rhode Island Street sustained heavy roof and room damage with about 300 dollars estimated building loss and 60 dollars furniture loss. Cause unknown for barn fire. fire from flue set roof alight. Insurance covers loss.
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Carl Gracber
Fermont Street
A. R. Morrison
Boost Lawrence by advertising in local newspapers
Arthur Capper urges Lawrence business men at the Commercial Club banquet to pledge members to advertise themselves and Lawrence through local papers. He argues newspapers shield the city by keeping it visible and thriving, stressing continual promotion both in season and out.
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Lawrence
Publishers of Law
Tser
Arthur Capper
Bauritet
Slayden Resolution Temporarily Withdrawn in House
The Slayden anti-thiid term resolution was pulled today due to the secretary’s absence, with an agreement among Rep Skiy ten Democrat Speaker Clark and Republicans to bring it up under a new rule allowing suspension of the rules. McCall of Massachusetts signaled support, meaning the measure could pass by a two thirds vote under the new order. A second resolution by Rep Higgins of Connecticut seeks a constitutional amendment to prohibit presidential reelection and extend the presidential and vice presidential terms.
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Washington
House
Skiyten
Clark
McCall
Massaviugetts
Ways and Means Committee
Sens
Ling
Higgins
Connecticut
Aml
Murdered Family Found After House Fire
In Oklahoma City investigators report five members of Harvey Krest s family were killed before their home was set ablaze. The bodies showed signs of blunt force trauma, suggesting they were slain prior to cremation.
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Oklahoma City
Oklay
Harvey Krest
Elsidea
Bach
Burlington Debators Win Fourth District Championship
Burlington high school defeated Alma high school by unanimous judges to win the Fourth District debating championship. The team will enter the state semifinals. the question debated was whether a graduated income tax would be desirable. Burlington's speakers were Alberta Stephenson Verna Miller and Marceluz Stockton. Alma's speakers were Harrison Henderson Richter and WB Spanidiss.
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Alma _Barliteten
Kani
Alma
Burlington
President Price
Ottawa University
Dwelles
State Normal
Emporia
Dykestra
Kansas University
Lawrené
United, ‘States
Alberta Stephenson
Verna Miller
Marcelluz’ Stockton
Harrz'-Henderson
He Richter
WB. Spanidiss
Burlington “High School
Kansas
Appointment of Judge Hook to Supreme Bench Reported
Washington February 4 President Taft intends to send to the Senate the nomination of Judge William C Hook of Kansas for the Supreme Court seat made vacant by Justice Harlan's death. The article notes the tradition about a man realizing his imperfections only after marriage.
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Supreme Bench
Washington
Tait
Senate
Hook
Kansas
Harlan
Spinning Wheel at Kansas Opera a Family Heirloom
The Merryman and His Maid opera at the University Arts School will stage a spinning wheel motif with Miss McCammon learning flax turning. The wheel, valued antique of the Edwards family at 1205 Rhodeshind street, ties five generations born in a Southampton house dating to 1741.
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Merryman
Thee Arts School
the University
CL. Edwards
Rhodeshind Street
Edwards
Southampton
Mass
Northampton
Thomas "Parler
Mr. Edwards
Ned
Kansas
Robinson Place
Lawrence
Jess
Jack Taylor
Ho Lake Street
L. Edwards
Daffydil Contest Draws In More Entries At Jewelry Store
Gustafson invites all to join the Daffydil contest in Lawrence with generous prizes. Participants may submit many offerings and even twelve or fifteen entries are possible. The store will provide hints and samples for contestants and emphasize that everyone has a fair chance to earn five dollars.
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Gustafson
Nore
Lawrence
Siice
Ministers Hold Bi Weekly Alliance Meeting at YMCA
The Ministerial Alliance met at the Y M C A this morning with Rev E Stucker and Rev E E Stauffer in attendance. Stauffer presented a paper on declines in ministry students, noting a past drop of three but recent growth as many young men pursue related work through the Y M C A and mission efforts.
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Ministerial Alliance
Stucker
Baptist Church
E. E. Stauffer
Stauffer
Ministry
Pension Day Dinner Held at Court House
The Ladies of the G A Reserted their regular pension day dinner at the court house, marking today as Pension Day with community support and gathering.
Weather Record Chart Shows January Temperatures at Lawrence
Frederick Brockmiller of the University weather department presents a chart of January means for Lawrence over 44 years. It traces a line from 1911 lows of 3 below zero to 58 above, notes years with subzero values, and compares with the 4 latest years when no subzero is recorded, highlighting the range and mean shifts.
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Lawrence
Frederick , Brockmiller
University
Prison Life Occludes Franklin County Man
Selmeck, a Franklin County inmate at the Lansing state penitentiary, is serving two life sentences for the murder of his wife. Wakefield from Franklin County will likely be assigned to work in the prison coc Hiine, while Selmeck weighs 217 pounds and heads the inskne ward.
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Franklin County
Frank Schneck
Lansing
Sheri Callmer
Wakefield
Pound-T
Selmeck
Chat Wakefield
Local Man Bows Down Gray Wolf Near Lake View
Levi Bowers of Lake View killed a gray wolf this morning and brought in the animal’s skin this afternoon. The report notes gray wolves vary in this country region and mentions Jane as part of local commentary.
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Levi Bowers
Lake View
Jane
King George and Queen Mary Return to England
King George and Queen Mary arrived in England returning from a three month journey as they prepare for state visits in Europe. They landed at Portsmouth greeted by gun salutes and were welcomed by Prime Minister Asquith and other officials and diplomats.
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Lunas
George
Mary
England
Great Britain
Trelurs
British’ Isles
Medina Wit
Alexandra
Prince — of Wales
Portsmouth
Londojn
Premer Asquith
Tl Cabinet
Reps
Dairy
Army
Hall Will Fight Requisition Papers In Ohio Arrest Case
Canton Ohio dispatch details Hall facing arrest on charges of obtaining money under false pretenses. Hall says he will prove innocence, claims a letter caused the misunderstanding, and cites plans to bring artist Lindberg to Canton. He warns of requisition papers if taken to Kansas.
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Howard Lal
Criutos
Ohias
Jores
Alhough
Soine
Waltat’ Lindbers
Basse
Canton
Lim H
Em Square
Kansas
Mall
Wall
Sarah
Lavin
Erie Street
Frances McDonald
Conservatory of Music
Mt. Union Collegé
Alliance
Bours
Hall
Advertising Power of Local Newspapers Urged by Arthur Brisbane
The local editor and business leaders are urged to use intelligent advertising in local newspapers to boost sales. Brisbane claims car output could rise from 140,000 in 1910 to over a million yearly with fair rates and strong value, contrasting metropolitan papers with small-town presses.
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Pablic
Allo- SS
America
Pike's Peak
Pike’s Six Peak
Arthur
Brisbane
Troops Ready for Possible Mobilization on Mexican Border
Washington reports that El Paso and other border points have orders to hold in readiness for mobilization if the situation worsens. Likely moves could include one infantry regiment, a troop of cavalry, and a battalion of field artillery joining existing forces in Texas.
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Washington
el Paso
Mexted
Department of Texas
Baptist Revival Meetings At Local Church This Week
The Baptist church hosts a series of revival services with daily meetings this week. Rev. Stucker preaches on the Christian life while organ recitals and song services occur each evening. An afternoon gathering and Bible conferences are planned, with events listed through Wednesday.
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EL & Stucker
The
Baptist Church
Evangelist
Hopkins
Plank
Bessie
Raymond
M Street
Mission Circle
Wich
Stneker
Chureh
Rough Rider Club Planned in Willow Springs
Teds Haas announced Willow Springs Township residents support Roosevelt as the Rough Rider sentiment grows there. Steps have begun to organize a Rough Rider club in Willow Springs, with membership expected to include nearly the entire township.
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Willow Springs
Teds Haas
Willow, Springs
Roosevelt
Lawrence crowd fills New Bow Theater for Sunday men’s meeting
The New Bow Theater capacity over 1600 drew a record Sunday afternoon audience in Lawrence for a men’s meeting under the Y M C A and Men and Religion Forward Movement. Rev Edwin S Stucker spoke on The Bible My Mother's Bible, praising its enduring influence and quotes from Milton to Shakespeare. The event featured the K U Glee Club and orchestra, marked by orderly, attentive crowds and high praise for the program and singing. Subsequent meetings are planned in two weeks with a yet-undisclosed speaker.
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Lawrence
New Bow Theater
William J. Bryan
Stucker
Milton
Tennyson
Shakespeare
K. U
Charles Brown
Auto Theater
Bowerseck
Will Have Busy Session On Local Issues
Riots and shortages spark a pressurized council session as the city faces gas supply concerns. Reports mention tainted gas, heating by plant systems, and crowded rooms needing attention. The sixth grade is blamed for part of the trouble amid unrest in Chihuahua and El Paso on February 5.
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T. R
Partm
Burlington Debators Winl
Macried
C. Lean
West Lawrence
Nizhant
L. Selig
Frederick Brockmiller
Squneck
Ganding
Hal
Ohile
CLUB
Woodlawn
Chihuahua
Texas
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