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Newspaper
Lawrence Journal World
Location
Lawrence, Kansas, United States of America
Date
Feb 11, 1925
Page
2
Kansas City February 11 Bishop Ernest L Waldorf urged greater unity among churches and cooperation across denominations at a regional council. He stressed family religion Bible reading and prayer, the need for Methodist centers in large cities, revival efforts and youth outreach to sustain the church.
Lawrence Camp Fire Girls announce a production of Spruce Cone and Bunchberry at Liberty Memorial High School Friday February 25 and in Leavenworth Saturday February 14. Miss Laura Adair notes the Leavenworth request after a successful Lawrence debut last fall. Rehearsals continue this week with final dress rehearsal Friday night at 7 at the Leavenworth High School.
Detectives H C Reid and F O Joy were exonerated by Chief William A Shreeve from all blame for last night s fatal shooting during a pursuit of three suspects. George Halester C Miller were killed while being driven to police headquarters as they attempted to escape in a stolen car. Thompson wounded and recovering by attending physicians. Vienna Controversy Over Radio Tax.
The Elk bowling venue reports top scores with Newman posting 739 for series T08 T04 and Mull achieving 683 691 7438 across games. Notable totals include Jones 468 Berger 304 297 253 273 Hartig 289 289 287 267 and Buchanan 198 Strong 210.
The fur cravat is described as one of the most charming accessories. It provides a neat protective fit around the neck without bulk or an overly bun-d up look. Squirrel, mole, seal, and ermine pelts suit these cravats, with short-haired pelts preferred. A single flower or pastel hues enhances the effect.
Dr. A Bruce Curry led the first Life at Its Best session at the University of Kansas with a strong turnout. He linked postwar unrest to a potential spiritual revival and urged study and life dedication. He spoke at the University Commons luncheon and will address Liberty Memorial High School tomorrow on Life at Its Best.
Wichita reporter notes Charles Eccleston of Bartlesville Oklahoma and Harry Neal of Nelagony Oklahoma were arrested with 180 quarts of whiskey in a car and charged with rum running second degree murder and narcotics dealing. They are held without bail. The report adds other state events including a Davis board of trade bill passage in the Kansas senate, Swedish parachute trials, and a Noble bank robbery manhunt.
The international opium conference adjourned without a date after adopting both the protocol and the convention on opium smoking. The protocol reflects Japanese concerns and reaffirms Hague obligations, noting opium smoking is only temporarily permitted. Britain India France Japan Holland Portugal Siam signed the convention with protocol. China’s withdrawal leaves open future signing.
Five Democratic members of the state board of health face senatorial confirmation or rejection as Governor Ben S. Paulen plans to submit their names. If the senate does not confirm, new appointments will be made. The Supreme Court ruled the governor cannot remove board members at will, a point tied to former Governor Davis. County commissioners met for their last session of the month. A health ad notes Mayr's Wonderful Remedy claims to ease stomach and intestinal troubles.
London observers note the 1925 session began without pomp or a state opening. Parliament reconvened in modest fashion after a long Christmas recess, amid emergency legislation pressures and an incoming Tory majority the strongest in over a century.
Oxford notes William Penn preached an unpopular sermon in 1687 at Silas Norton’s house which has been demolished. Penn visited Oxford as a Christ Church student aged 16 before a brief expulsion for his beliefs. The college preserves his portrait, while Trinity houses portraits of Pitt and North reflecting American connections.
Card of Thanks from the children Maude Hiles Alberta Thurber Ed Moss John Moss Chas Noble expresses gratitude for kindness shown during the mother's decease and thanks neighbors friends and floral offerings. Also notes Arkansas City city manager form defeat by 24 votes in a February 11 city election.
New York press reports United Mine Workers run a broad relief program for out of work miners amid strikes. Since last April relief totals reach many millions, aiding about 120 000 destitute miners and families in strike districts. Funded by 500 000 members, relief continues until strikes are won, with care for evictions, shelter, food, clothing, fuel, medical help, and burials. Kanawha fields in West Virginia show $82 600 in December relief amid evictions and tents for 1 500 families. 15 000 children housed in tents or barracks on Christmas Day.
Ten tons of candy and nuts were distributed across the area to help mothers fill children's stockings with small treats this holiday season.
Delbert Perkins aged 33 will have funeral services at 3 PM tomorrow at his father's home 1512 Massachusetts Street Rev John Howard to officiate Burial will follow at Oak Hill Cemetery Det any Dae Son cemmets.
London reports a failed skit in The Punch Bowl revue at the Duke of Yorks theatre on Feb 9. Miss Gwen Farrar, a top London music hall star, was to portray Queen Nefertiti, King Tut’s mother-in-law, but illness struck first. then musicians struck, the composer clashed with the director, and Farrar contracted influenza, ending the fea ture.
Personal notes report Miss Imogene Barnes spent the day in Baldwin. Mrs. Donald Dwight Davis and daughter Peggy of Kansas City visit Prof. and Mrs. F. H. Hodder. Del Manzo, Lawrence city schools superintendent, travels to Kansas City on business. Mrs. R G Burk and son Bobby return to Ottawa after visiting Mrs. Burk's ill mother, Mrs. Anna Eberhart who is improving. Ben Wilson plans a trip to Mexico City and western Mexican ports. Capt T N Crowder returns from Leavenworth military hospital and is glad to receive visitors. Maude Maffet recovering slowly after surgery at Trinity Lutheran Hospital.
In Jerusalem a new one mile long avenue opened linking Jaffa Road to the railway station, lined with shade trees and reserved for residential use. The feature highlights urban expansion and a focus on improving local living spaces.
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