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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1925
Page
2
Unclear text hints at a final round involving Graebey Kennedy and the speaker, with reference to tomorrow. Details are incomplete but imply a high stakes match or event to be resolved soon.
Kansas State plans a home wrestling meet against a veteran USMC squad at 7:30 tonight. The lineup includes Missouri Valley veterans and last year's captain Blore, with Ken Stirton noted among the present Kansas squad.
Local Leavenworth junior high basketball teams travel tonight to face Lawrence High. Coach James Abright and assistants J. Rees and Ralph Geneber will accompany the squad, with the midgets and tigers also on the trip. The JV game is set for about 5:30 to 6:00 pm at Leavenworth.
Haskell College defeated Kansas Wesleyan 11 to 0 on the Haskell court. Parton led with 13 points, while Hildebrand and West contributed for the Braves. The Indian defense slowed Kansas Wesleyan, and fouls sidelined Smith and Rye. The report notes a Danish scientist promoting Sanocrysine as a tuberculosis cure.
Kansas track squad prepares for the annual indoor dual meet at Convention Hall on February 25. Notable entrants include Merwin Graham, Powers, and Jayhawker veterans from 1924, with Osborne returning as the world record holder. The lineup features hurdles, high jump, open mile, half, and open quarter dash, aiming to boost team performance against strong rivals.
United Press reports proposed changes to amateur rules seek a clear definition of amateur status and a cap on promoter profits from athletes. The USTA, USGA, and AAU argue associations should not monetize a star's reputation or limit private conduct, with focus on economic boundaries for players in tennis, golf, and track.
A rough early 20th century style ad urges direct attack on germs with Ely's Cream Balm. It claims instant head clearance and reduced inflammation when applied in the nostrils, promising rapid relief from a cold by treating the air passages and advising readers to ask their druggist for a bottle.
In a long dispute within the Lommis association, champion William Tilden defends his right to schedule his own events and rejects being used as a society attraction. Rival star Vinnie Richards reportedly skipped elite tournaments, while the association relies on tourney proceeds to fund its international activities and promotion of tennis.
A simple night time treatment promises quick relief from coughing. Dr King’s New Discovery soothes irritation and loosens phlegm. a spoonful held briefly before swallowing may stop dry or chest coughs and help sleep through the night. It is advertised for coughs chest colds hoarseness and croup with directions to use sparingly for economy.
A Hills club faces a fine and ticket price adjustments tied to fund-raising for a Davis competition. Once stadium costs are covered, admission may drop as receipts are used to balance the event budget and prevent speculation. Hight Diseased Cattle Drive to Rich County seeks to curb bovine tuberculosis. Wichita Kans Jan 31. The Bedgwick County cattle drive ends, with about AGO cattle moved since October. Government veterinarians and E J Macy report about one half of one percent of cattle tested show tubercular traces. S. B. Kernenan notes state efforts to eradicate bovine disease and turtle head concepts amid county reimbursements.
Data from the Chamber of Commerce shows a prosperous year with total oil production in the Los Angeles basin reaching 230 million barrels and Harbor exports surpassing 38 million dollars. Film and related production valued at 17 million dollars, while overall figures indicate significant economic expansion across sectors and a large public investment in buildings and services.
In a German village two elderly residents proclaimed ascent to heaven during Advent. Crowds gathered as they prepared in a hilltop position. Noon sun broke through. instead of a fiery chariot, police arrived and the guests were sent home. Elsewhere in Oberwiesenthal, Saxony, Germany opened its first passenger cable railway from the city center to nearby terrain.
A fragmented advertorial argues that liver extracts and ox gall cure ailments and slow aging. It praises gland-based treatments, claims bile prevents intestinal germ growth, and asserts impure blood causes several symptoms. It promotes ox gall products like Dioxol as a superior remedy.
A damaged clipping mentions cars suspended from a cable carrying 21 persons and a Washington vote to restore appropriations for independent offices. Details are unclear due to OCR errors, but the core items are a cable car incident and a legislative action in Washington.
An old advertisement touts a $712000 figure for offenses of the Tet Commission and promises a cure for a cold in one day with Laxative Brom Quinine Tablets. It claims to be safe and proven and features the signature of E W Grove and a 300 or similar marking.
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