Thirteen Die in Kansas City Garage Rooming House Fire
A blaze in Kansas City Kansas destroyed a garage and rooming house at 9017 Kansas Avenue. Thirteen people died with six adults and seven children identified among the dead. Fire officials estimated property damage at 320,000 as the stairways collapsed trapping residents.
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Leo Bagard Munyon
Helen
Colston
Fire sparked by unknown causes floods street and shocks by water pools
A fire in a frame building on the west side damaged a structure within minutes. An official inquiry by county and state authorities will determine criminal carelessness. Mayor Burton orders investigation and possible prosecution if warranted as high voltage lines and dangling wires created hazards for firemen and onlookers.
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J. W. Hayward
L. T. Hussey
Harry Burton
Quidiefent
Dublin Irregulars Taken in Irish Free State Raids
More than twenty Irish irregulars were captured in Dublin raids by Free State police. Sean Fitzpatrick, said to lead Dublin irregulars, was seized at Drumcondra along with four other men. Unofficial reports claim Eamon de Valera was also captured.
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Sean Kitzpatrick
Criminal Investigation Department
Free State
Drumcundra
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Fitzpatrick
Car thieves captured after theft near Shawnee
Sheriff Will Johns retrieved a stolen Maxwell car at Shawnee after it ran out of gas. The car, belonging to G De Grave of Rosedale Kansas, had been taken Wednesday night. Suspects George Banta John Allelder and Jack Gross were arrested and jailed after fingerprints were sent to Leavenworth for the criminal bureau.
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Maxwell
Shawnee
G. de Grave
Rosedale
Kans
George Banta
John Allelder
Jack Gross
Johns
Ralph Lawrence
George
Price
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Johnson County
de Grayn
Fire Destroys Overbaugh Property In Grant Township
A fire at Jerry Overbaugh’s laborer’s home on William Shoak’s farm in Grant township buried Overbaugh on Saturday. He had emptied ashes near the wooden one man house earlier that morning, and wind fanned the embers. Two pigs owned by Overbaugh perished in the blaze.
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Jerry Overbaugh
William Shoak
Grant Township
Overbaugh
William Shoohan
Postponed iTute Meeting Aids Hotel Fund Drive
The hotel workers report meeting at the Chamber of Commerce was postponed to a later time. New assignments were made to boost subscriptions and many committee members increased their donations for the hotel funds. R J Bretnall, Boulder high school principal, visited Lawrence high on his way to a Cleveland educators meeting.
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Colorado
R. J. Bretnall
Boulder, Colorado
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Lawrence High School
Cleveland
Prize Winner From Kansas Stock Judging Contest
B F Ford of near Seneca Kansas wins the trophy for champion stock judger at the Farm Home Week contest at the State Agricultural College. He is the brother of Mrs Charles A Richards of Lawrence.
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Seneca
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Stage Agricultural College
Charles A. Richards
Lawrence
Weather Kansas Forecast Shows Unsettled Weekend
Unsettled weather expected tonight and Saturday with warmer conditions in the northeast and extreme southeast portions. Temperatures show a rise by day with varying highs and lows from yesterday.
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Kansas
Metcalf Mentioned for Veterans Bureau Director
Senator Curtis and Representative from Kansas discussed appointing a new veterans bureau director with President Harding. Metcalf of Kansas, a World War Brigadier General, was recommended but likely not chosen. Harding indicated the candidate would be among overseas service men under consideration.
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Curtis
Kansas
Veterans Bureau
Harding
Wildert S. Metcalf
Bloodshed in Ruhr Turmoil Sparks New Shootings
Berlin reports martial law in Bochum after French troops fired on a crowd watching the occupation of the law courts building. One German civilian was killed and two seriously wounded as tensions rise in the Ruhr amid Allied administration plans.
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Martial Low
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Seys
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Duesseldorf
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Paincare
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Degoutte
General Payot
Ministry of Public Works
Paul Tirard
International Rhineland Commission
Eysen
Lights Out After Car Crash Hits Light Pole
Residents west of Seventh and Ohio streets lost power for about ninety minutes when Fasex car struck a light pole on Seventh street around 10 o clock. Topeka Edison Co manager Av He Pardy said another car was north on Ohio and they swerved to avoid collision. The pole and its transformer fell blocking the street and workers repaired the wires later with a temporary feed. Party escaped injury though his bumper and hood were bent by the transformer coverage.
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West Lawrence
Coyotes Hunt at Lone Star Yields Few foxes
Coyotes living near Lone Star stayed home while a large Lone Star CPA group held a hunting day at Henry Metsker pasture W W Cockin ranch and George Markley property. A sighting occurred early but no coyotes were shot. Cottontails and jackrabbits were plentiful. Dinner hosted by CPA ladies funded Lone Star dish purchases. Visitors from Lawrence and Midland Gene AL joined the outing.
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Sophomore Midwinter Party Planned at High School
The sophomore class will host a social function tonight at the Manual High School building at 7 o clock in the evening for a midwinter party.
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Manual
Kansas Senate Advances Soldier Bonus and Union Building Bills
Topeka February 23 The Kansas Legislature moves toward closing actions with a unanimous Senate approval of a campus union build ing at the University of Kansas. Military bonus bills remain under Senate Military Affairs committee as the House and Senate weigh potential vetoes and court actions.
Fire wrecks mine at Burke Idaho sparks quick control
Fire broke out on the 400 foot level of the Heretics Silver lead mine at Burke Idaho. Last night officials believed the blaze near control as crews fought flames and evacuated the mine. Water was applied and miners accounted for with no immediate injuries reported.
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Idaho
Rotary program to hear national radio broadcast
The Chamber of Commerce hosts a Rotary program at 6 o'clock where Rotarians nationwide will hear a Kansas City Star radio broadcast from the International Rotary club. Raymond Havens, president, and former president Russell G. Greiner will deliver messages. A musical program concludes at 3 PM.
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Complaint filed against Bert C Overton for bad check
A complaint is filed alleging Bert C Overton issued a check for forty dollars to W H Webster on January 4 from Parker State Bank of Parker when there were no funds in the account.
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Senate filibuster near end of shipping bill fight
Washington Feb 23 an agreement in executive session could end the Senate filibuster of the shipping bill. A four hour armistice is to adjourn at 6 and allow minor bills for two hours before resuming the shipping measure with two motions for recommittal possible.
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Senate
Deputy Assessors Receive Pointers At County Meeting
County deputy assessors met at the courthouse to review final instructions before starting March assessments. Clarence Smith of the State Tax Commission from Topeka attended with Mel Smith and Mr. Foster to answer valuation questions. County Clerk C. Bussing urged prompt, courteous conduct and emphasized compliance with tax laws.
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Foster
Atchison Kiwanis Radio Concert Draws Members
A radio concert organized by the Atchison Kiwanis Club and broadcast by Sweeney School in Kansas City last night was enjoyed by many local club members.
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Atchison Kiwanis Club
Sweeney School
Kansas City
Fire at 1001 Mississippi Street Damages Home
Chimney sparks caused a small blaze at the home of Mes. M. Nuntresser on Mississippi Street at 4 07 yesterday afternoon. Damage reported as slight with no injuries.
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Mes. M. Nuntresser
Mississippi Street
Farmer must mix brains with work to prosper
W M Jardine president of Kansas State Agricultural College urged farmers to rely on hard work and businesslike cooperation with merchants. He warned against relying on tax cuts and urged quality production, especially in dairy and poultry, to boost profits and market demand.
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Topeka
Republicans In Bad With Democrats In Kansas
Topeka February 23 Republicans who hold large majorities in both Kansas houses face Democrat anger after the Kansas Democratic club adopted resolutions. The resolutions accuse lawmakers of blocking Governor Davis economy and reform efforts and endorse the governor's proposals and conduct.
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Architect Selected for Odd Fellows New Fireproof Lodge Building
Ralph E. Scamell of Topeka chosen by the Odd Fellows building committee at a special meeting to design a three story steel concrete brick fireproof lodge and offices on Ninth Vermont street. The $150000 structure will include a 100 seat hall on the third floor and a dance floor. Scamell progresses floor plans in about ninety days for financing. he also designed a dormitory at Wlingu College in Topeka and is Kansas University trained.
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Merchants Short Course Ends With Notable Sessions
The eighth annual Merchants Short Course at the University concluded after four days of programs in Salina and Hutchinson. Miss Frances M. Kaimaly led illustrated talks praised by attendees, with sessions deemed more successful than anticipated. Local gatherings included Beta Reunion events in Kansas City and a governor’s mansion tea in Topeka.
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Egyptian student seeks Egyptian tomb excavation near Tutankhamun site
An Egyptian medical student, Mohamed Hamed, residing in the United States, has written to Chancellor Lindley about a tomb on his land in Egypt near Tutankhamun Amen's tomb. He proposes Egyptian government excavations with half the finds benefiting the New York Museum councils and himself.
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First Christian Church Cleared of Debt Celebration Held
About 200 people gathered in the spacious climax room for a debt free jubilee of the First Christian Church. Baxter Waters gave an inspiring message as choir members performed and a Easter campaign song was introduced. A streetcar incident delayed traffic briefly but no one was hurt. Nebraska couple Charlies Olson and Lilian O dehasen wed in a civil ceremony officiated by Rev. Igward Hisley. Claude Scott of the Chamber of Commerce confirmed plans to move his family to a new home at 1600 Rite Island Street.
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Budd Park Christian Church
Lawrence
CC. B. Williams
Aliwrt Williams
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Foster
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Nebraska
Charlies C. Olson
Toup City
Nebr
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Aurora
Igward Hisley
Claude Scott
Hi Chamber of Commerce
Wellington
Rite Fsland Street
Betas Guests at Game for Semi-Centennial
Alumni and former students of the Beta fraternity attend a semi centennial celebration of the local chapter. The University Athletic Association hosts the guests during the Grinnell basketball game at Kan. Grinnell.
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Salina
William Dixon
Wichita
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Grinnell
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Provance and Gowry Marriage Sealed in Probate Office
William W. Provance of Kosh Nebraska and Mac Gowry of Trenton Missouri were married this afternoon at the Probate Office. The article notes a Chevrolet dealership promotion as part of the scene.
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Athel Cavey
Ozawkie
Kan
Menger
William W. Provance
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Trenton
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