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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 05, 1927
Page
4
The page fragment includes a Lawrence Kansas Journal World notice with subscription rates and postal details dated February 5 1927. It cites editors in Chicago New York and mentions the Associated Press and censorship notes. It ends with a biblical verse and a partial political reference to Governor Pinchot and Roosevelt.
A new Kansas political etiquette book notes changing times and argues that the primary law fails to produce public officials of the old convention era. It questions whether to agree or disagree when officials educated under the primary system denounce it.
The article notes Princess Tarhata’s stay at the University of Chicago being aided by her recent encounter with Filipino constabulary on Jolj island. It suggests advisory groups for foreign students would not guarantee safety and hints laws and government could be challenged. The Moro tribesmen clashed with constabulary. the princess and Fahil withdrew before the fight escalated, underscoring that authorities are not always bluffing.
Tension rises as northern and southern Chinese armies clash near Shanghai about 100 miles from the city. The United States, Britain, and France concentrate warships and marines, with officials saying Americans will only be landed if lives are threatened. The outcome may entangle foreign powers and reshape international sentiment across major capitals.
Among Mexican groups, Yaqui Indians have shown they can endure punishment. The unsettled country may push them to their limit. Negotiations to end the Yaqui revolt have broken down and government forces pursuing the Yaquis are ordered to disarm or exterminate the tribe.
A Kansas article outlines a proposed marriage law built by advocates to reduce troubles from unfit marriages. It notes supporters expect examina tion and records requirements to improve outcomes, while warning potential complications may arise.
The text suggests officials fear enforcement actions will hinder couples seeking marriage, describing it as a large order that could bring trouble for all. It notes authorities responsible for preventing forced marriages will face difficulties, and the resulting troubles may seem small by comparison.
The text notes Kansas faces no guarantee of federal aid beyond the current year and questions the viability of a state highway system from the gasoline tax. Road construction hinges on Congress granting another exemption to secure federal funds, leaving the highway program on an unstable foundation.
Wing George issues an order calling for full dress with trousers at the opening of the British Parliament next Tuesday. The king aims to prevent current dress trends from spreading to the men, signaling a move to curb fashion influences.
The Iola Register comments that Democrats and some Republicans aim to damage President Coolidge by stirring controversy over Nicaragua. It notes Senator Borah, chairman of the Foreign Affairs Committee, was involved with the State Department throughout Nicaragua talks, approved Diaz recognition, and only protested when it suited political aims.
Old notes recall Prof English’s illness with pneumonia and the first prairie fire on the hill. Local changes include Jacob Frank starting a new business at Clay Center and several weddings, retirements, and travels spanning from Lawrence to St. Louis. The writeup also mentions civic receptions, chorus rehearsals, and community notices from decades past.
A dense roster of radio orchestras and concert programs across U S cities and networks. Entries name station callsigns, city, and scheduled hours for orchestras, operas, dance music, and solo recitals with mentions of WEAF WEAF WEAF and other networks.
County commissioners decide whether to accept a proposal for a relocation and establish the site for a new county courthouse and jail, weighing the offer and potential benefits.
An 87-year-old oil magnate spends two hours daily at his desk making stock decisions and reviewing a stream of four to five page telegrams about Standard Oil affairs. A household member notes these routine business actions and his role in monitoring markets. Also noted is a debate on who should lead baseball’s American League, with Senator George Pepper proposed as a new type of leader. Pepper is a lawyer and Protestant Episcopal layman with ties to Philadelphia elites and University of Pennsylvania teaching roles.
A national holiday and anniversary events mark the day. The Phi Delta Chi fraternity session begins in Memphis for three days. The White River disaster death toll recalls a 40 year old tragedy. A winter carnival unfolds in Banks Alberta with a week of sports and festivities in the Capadian Rockies.
Knowledge Hill residents share greetings as Harmon of the Pony Greek neighborhood calls on neighbors Tuesday morning. Weibel and Hari Janeway travel to Kansas City Wednesday with a truck load of items. Mrs Herman visits Mrs Alurthy. John Thiry called on Mr Murphy. Mrs Stowe called in during the afternoon.
A radio listing notes harpsichordist Lewis Richards, famed with Wadi Landowska, will perform tonight on WABC. The piece traces the harpsichord as a precursor to modern piano, with Mozart and Haydn works tied to its era. Station guides show a dense schedule across multiple cities and programs.
The Sibley Cooperative Association will hold its annual stockholders meeting Tuesday February 8 1927 at ten oclock in the Fairview church. Stockholders and families invited. Program includes speaking a basket dinner ladies requested to come and be ready to bring hospital supplies.
The excerpt reviews Eleanor F. Jeon’s Joan's Door as reminiscent of Milne in style and rhyme, noting it suits both children and adults with mature touches. It also references Nathan Gallizier Leo and a Red Confussor, praising the relief of engaging, entrancing reads after dull works.
A fragment from a historical page outlines a power struggle in a shadowed church world led by Pier Luigi, Duke of Parma, with Cellini and Guido Fiorano as opposing figures. Angela Savelli and Adri an Colonna figure in romantic entanglements as priests, monks, and lay officials clash over influence and doctrine amid a bloodied backdrop.
Mrs Prank Camp and Mrs Camps celebrate Mary Jane Camp’s third birthday with a Sunday dinner at the Clyde Edwards home. Guests include Shaw and Burk Edwards families, Estel Moore clan, Niselys, Howard family, Will Cannon party, Anna Peters kin, Atwood, Jeawa Collins, Walters of Bismark, Hunsingers, George Hunsinger, Wells traveling to Kansas City, and Moore/Eecle families. The gathering followed a Rock Hold sale attended by the men.
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