Designers of the Great Pyramid as Precise Scientists
London reports Colonel A O Green of the Royal Engineers claims the Great Pyramid’s placement and orientation reveal an exact knowledge of the Earth's oblate shape. He asserts the layout aligns with a 25,286 year celestial cycle, dating construction to 2170 B C under the Hyksos rule, with measurements tying to biblical cubits and a vast stone mass.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
London
Egypt
A. O. Green
Royal Engineers
Mercator
Colonel Green
Awl
France
Homestead nurse Miss Wassmer seeks irrigation empire
Miss Wassmer, a trained nurse turned homesteader, travels from Colorado to Garnett Kansas while en route to Lawrence. She holds a government homestead claim on forty acres near Bear River, plans to irrigate with a gasoline engine and pipe to Juniper dam, and aims to obtain clear title next year. She lives alone, four miles from the nearest neighbor, and encourages other women to work outdoors.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Rose
Wassmer
Lawrence
Garnett
Kan
Colorado
Miss Wassmer
United States
Bear River
Of Interest to Women and Notable Women Figures
A collection of brief items notes women in training at the University of Iowa, London vaccination ribbons, Springfield Mass first woman city council member licensed as a teacher at 13, Mrs Tweedie’s 50,000 mile journey sketching in several countries, oldest triplets in the U S, Princess Andrew background, French feminist tax stance, French money saving by women, bachelor tax problems, Sarah Bernhardt painting and sculpting ambitions and a Salon acceptance, and Bernhardt’s notable plaster group After the Storm.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
University of Iowa
London
Emma E. Brighan
Springfield
Mass
Alex Tweedie
India
Egypt
Turkey
Palestine
South Africa
Wilson
Newcastle
Ind
Jennie Richards
Danville
Mary “Williams
Lébanon
United States
Andrew
Greece
America
Prince Louis of
Battenberg
Alice
Queen Victoria
Sarah .Bernhardt
Paris
Mme, Bernhardt
Pie Recipes From 1847 Souvenir Page
A collection of handwritten era pie recipes including Apple Pie Cream Mince Pie and Raisin Pie. Ingredients list flour shortening salt for crusts, Jonathan apples, sugar, butter, spices, and optional nuts. Includes portions for crusts fillings and baking notes with names and addresses of contributors.
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Jonathan
C. H. Constant
Barker Ave
English suits cheaper due to surplus textiles
Leeds reports a price drop as three million yards of tweeds and serges and seven million yards of trimmings were placed on the market. The surplus from the Disposals Board followed an Italian syndicate offer that was accepted but not completed, with goods now forfeited.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Leeds
Disposals Board
Azo
No Such Thing As Bad Boys Now Says I G Wilson
Pittsburg Kan Jan 4 There isn t such a thing as a bad boy but there are mischievous boys says Prof I G Wilson of state manual training college Wilson campaigns for strong guidance and insists mischief arises from misunderstanding within schools and homes He argues teachers should steer boys toward worthwhile paths and give them reason to trust authorities while avoiding harsh punishment
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
I. G. Wilson
Pittsburg
Kan
Wilson
Profeso- Filson
Tirids
Mit Fribey
Ieaers
Dee Tae
Breakfast Cap Replaces Its Name In Wardrobe Trend
The breakfast cap has been replaced by the modern bandeau as a head covering. It shapes around the head, may be tied with a ribbon, and features mesh and flowers to highlight a dainty look. It holds hair, removes the need for care, and offers a more secluded, undressed style for kid curlers. The bandeau is quickly supplanting the breakfast cap among women who favor smart lingerie and accessories.
Lawrence and Vicinity a Rich Source for Story Ideas
Mrs. W. A. Dill told West Side Study Club that Kansas authors, many of whom live in Lawrence, provide abundant material for writers. She cited local legends like buried treasure near the sisters' school site, Quantrill raids, John Brown life, local University romances, the old toll bridge, Mt. Oread, and living early settlers who can preserve history before it fades.
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Kansas
West Side Study Club
W. A. Dill
Law‘rence
Lawrence
Dill
Old Sisters’ School
Quantrill
John Brown
Old Toll Bridge
Mt. Oread
Ill
Household Discoveries for Easy Cleaning and Repair
Practical tips include cleaning a broom with warm soapy suds to soften bristles and prevent breakage, using borax to remove perspiration stains after dampening the fabric, scrubbing raincoats with soap and warm water, rubbing window cords with oil to extend life, and using a screw as a cork remover when no corkscrew is available.
Rare paintings found hidden in Bear River club house
The Bear River Nova Scotia Great War Veterans Association bought a house, uncovered two oil paintings hidden in a corner. Cleaning revealed works depicting Halifax and Halifax in early days by a noted English winter visitor who fished at the River. Each painting is valued at about 10,900 dollars. Veterans hope to buy and sell them in Canada rather than the United States.
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Ottawa
Bear River
Nova Scotia
Great War Veterans’ Association
Halifax
Alifax
Sar River
United States
Canada
Sunday evening service at Plymouth Church concert
Sunday evening service at Plymouth Church features a program of sacred music. Solo items include Gloria and Te Deum with Browning Bennett, a quartet Abide with Me by the Plymouth quartet, and a lecture series on themes such as Living who Dead with arrangements and songs by local performers.
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Plymouth
Gloria
Tawton Bennett
Carl Paige Wood
The
Eusden
Wil Saesk
Livineras
Cuban Women Organize for Equal Rights Campaign
Havana January first. Cuban women prepare to call up to the colors for equal rights. A National Women's Congress organized by a committee from the National Federation of Feminine Associations will present ten themes including women's rights, protective legislation, home protection, child welfare, and woman suffrage. The executive committee includes Mrs Pilar Merten del Menendez as president and eight vice presidents, with secretary and assistant secretaries, and Miss Hértensian Lamar as treasurer.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Havana
Cuba
National Federation of Feminine ‘Associations
Congress
Pilar Merten del Menendez
World car nival opens as Roosevelt death observed
Montreal hosts a winter sports carnival marking the fourth anniversary of Theodore Roosevelt’s death drawing visitors worldwide. Rear Admiral Hugh Rodman retires as Norfolk Commandant with Rear Admiral Philip Andrews succeeding him. delegates gather for a grain convention amid automaker and accessory exhibits.
MENTIONED IN THIS ARTICLE
Theodore Roosevelt
Montreal
Hugh, Rodman
U. S. ‘Navy
Norfolk Naval
Thyoe Wifereni
Akes- Af
National Automobile
New York City
Minnesota Farmer Labor plans loom in new legislature
St Paul Jan 2 A surge of farmer labor influence is expected as lawmakers plan debates on state bank deposit guarantees, a one credit act, and restoring party lines in county offices excluding legislators. Proposals include warehouse bonding for negotiable receipts, cooperative cattle loans, a state income tax, higher iron ore tax, and an ambitious twenty million dollar biennial road program. Women will sit in the house for the first time, including Mrs Vannaly Kempfer and Mrs Mabeth Hurd Paige.
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St. Paul, Minn
Sapir
Senate
Vannaly Kempfer
Erhard
Mabeth Hurd
Paige
Myrtle Cam
Susan Dickey
Hough
Minnezapolis
Fra’ Nimicks
Baldwin College Notes and Local News Hurrah
Miss Margaret Sawyer visits in Baldwin with Doro thy Spencer at the college dormitory. visits by Mrs. Charles S. Parmenter and family. Mr. and Mrs. Campbell motor to Kansas City. Mrs. Coffey and others renew friendships in Baldwin. Betty Shrumeway recovering from bronchial pneumonia. Mrs. Milner to Denver for winter with Dr. Samuel A. Lave. Kathryn Jane Tane marries Joseph Blair of Lyons. Baker student Harry Basye burned, convalescing. Woman's Foreign Missionary society meets. Alpha Chi Omega hold post Christmas spread. Baldwin high basketball opens in new gym tonight. W. F.ene elected president of Douglas County Taxpayers League. multiple local moves and farm conveyances noted.
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Margaret Sawyer
Iola
Dorothy Spencer
Collage
Lloyd Smith
Frank O'Dell
Topeka
Baldwin
O.'G. Markhar
Charles. S. Parmenter
Quayle
Alice Gayle
Pomter
Ottawa
Colley
Anna Church
Clarence ‘Washburn
Washburn and Stookey -Firm of Architects
Betty
Ann Shrmeway
C. S. Shumway
Harriett Amihier
Oswego
Lois
Milner
Roberto
Benin
Denver
Colo
Samuel A. Lave
Kathryn Jane
A. J. Tane
Lawrence
Joseph Blair
Lyons
Baker University
Zeta Tau Alpha
Blair
Harry C. Basye
Baker
Golden City
Sigma Phil Epsilon
Lottie Cartwright
Woman’s Foreign Missionary Society
First Methodist Church
Harry Casé
India
Thomas Coole
Tafarette T. Hawk
Susan Irwin
Aluxat
Christmias
T. J. Keohane
Margaret
Baldwin High
Will Tlay
Qitana Hig
Censel
Bob
Wells
W. F.ene
Douglas County Taxpayers? League
No Snowfall Yet in Wichita Record Near Thirty Year Delay
Government Meteorologist S P Peterson says no snow has fallen in Wichita this winter and if none occurs before January 10 it will break a 30 year record for the latest first snowfall since the weather bureau was established here. The latest date on record is January 10.
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Wichita
S. P. Peterson
Weather Bureau
Petersen
Road funding plan outlines large bridge and road costs
The report cites spending of 678,708 dollars on roads and bridges last year. It notes four bridges and thirteen miles of hard surfaced road at fifty thousand dollars per mile, with the county engineer discussing the figures.
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Hutchingen
Reno
National Forests Bring US Big Revenue in 1922
Washington Jan 5 The annual Forest Service report shows 1922 receipts from national forests totaled 5 068 527 dollars with nearly 24 500 000 dollars from timber and land uses and waterpower sites. Last quarter receipts surpassed any prior quarter except 1920 while western sawmills recovered in the year. About 22 percent of cattle and 53 percent of sheep in eleven western states graze on national forest ranges. Twenty five percent of national forest receipts go to counties for schools and roads.
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Washington
Treasury
Forest Service
National Forests
National Forest
Luther Gustafson’s Run Flailed In Competition
Unable to make the run, Luther Gustafson faced a failed attempt. The setback ends with disposal of the effort as the team reassesses strategy and equipment for future trials.
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Luther Gustafson
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Gay
MT Cales
Elora Nell Bigsby
C. A. Kuhn
Massachusetts
Lawrence and Vicinity
Viymouth
Worthern
Gicson
JaéPeterson
Mgr
Pleasantville
N.Y
Ahe
Gustafson
Mies
iRuth ‘Baker
Mrs. A. Ebaker
Tota, Kan
Minnesota
Charles E. Beeks
Aevas
Denoay
T. Davidson
Julius Smith
Milligan
Journal-World
Meiker’s
JFL
Onnsylvania
Dave
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